Rhug Estate to hold six-day Halloween celebration with 3,000 pumpkins ready for picking
RHUG ESTATE has a frightening feast of activities and attractions in store this Halloween. The sprawling 12,500-acre organic farm estate, near Corwen in North Wales, has up to 3,000 pumpkins ready for picking. And following the success of last year’s spooky celebrations, the Estate will hold a six-day programme of events, beginning on Saturday October 26….
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Late inventor’s ground-breaking green technology a watershed in carbon capture
INNOVATIVE technology being developed in North Wales could be the ‘missing link’ that facilitates cost-effective carbon capture on a global scale. With the support of Bangor University, Robert Lim Inventions Ltd is preparing to unveil its patented enclosed engine system while raising necessary funding to take the concept to commercialisation. Led by director James Sheridan,…
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Skills and safety, renewable energy and women in construction top priorities for new FMB President
CAREER opportunities for young people, safety regulations and support for women in construction are top priorities for the new leader of a prominent trade association. Gareth Jones is already making strides as President for the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in Wales. The Managing Director of award-winning Carbon Zero Renewables – part of the Carbon…
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Educating explorers to get their Jaws around epic expedition for Dementia UK
A BAND of educating explorers are preparing to get their Jaws around an epic charity expedition. The Bigger Boat Challenge – referencing the 1975 movie hit, Jaws – could be the toughest yet for Karl Jackson and his Coleg Cambria colleagues. Taking place over two days from Friday October 25, the 12-strong team from the college’s Bersham Road site…
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Rhug Estate unveils new developments for Organic September
A TRAILBLAZER in sustainable farming and food production unveiled a series of new developments for Organic September. The 12,500-acre Rhug Estate, near Corwen in North Wales, has been a pioneer in green agriculture for more than two decades, at the forefront of advances in the sector. Led by owner Lord Newborough, the 100-strong team at…
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New faces at leading law firm as expansion plans continue ahead of 25th anniversary
THE new practice manager at a leading law firm will support further expansion in the years ahead. Tammy Strapp, from Flint, has joined the award-winning team at Mackenzie Jones Solicitors, which has offices in St Asaph, Chester, and Menai Bridge. Having spent more than two decades in the HR (Human Resources) and legal sectors she…
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Timber business branching out into new markets and territories with university support
A TIMBER company approaching five years in business will branch out into new markets and territories with the support of a leading university. Snowdon Timber has navigated post-pandemic challenges to grow significantly in recent times. Launched in 2019 by Jody Goode, from Old Colwyn, the firm now employs 14 staff at its sites in Mochdre…
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Toybox Nursery has ‘Excellent’ start to academic year following revamp and award nomination
A COLLEGE nursery had an ‘Excellent’ start to the academic year with an outstanding inspection result. The report by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) and Estyn deemed Toybox Children’s Nursery, based at Coleg Cambria Deeside, to be Excellent in three categories – Wellbeing, Care and Development, and Leadership and Management. The news comes after the much-loved facility…
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Students on track for careers in music after taking Spanish steps to education partnership
STUDENTS are on track for careers in music following an inspirational visit to Spain. A group of Sound Engineering learners from Coleg Cambria Deeside spent two weeks in Barcelona as part of an education and research programme. In partnership with international careers organisation NexGen, based in the Catalan capital, the trip gave them access to…
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First images of revolutionary new £230k North Wales Esports arena
THESE are the first images of a groundbreaking new £230,000 college Esports arena. The cutting-edge facility has been built at Coleg Cambria Deeside and is one of only a handful of further education gaming complexes in the country. Lisa Radcliffe, Assistant Principal for Technical Studies, said state-of-the-art equipment and technology – including 36 YOYOTECH high-spec…
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