Gold rush for North Wales college at UK Skills Olympics
COLEG CAMBRIA is celebrating an impressive medal haul after eight of its most talented learners and apprentices represented the college at the WorldSkills UK National Finals. The prestigious event – widely known as the ‘Skills Olympics’ – was hosted in Wales for the first time. More than 400 of the UK’s top apprentices and learners…
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£173k green boost for Flintshire organisations as carbon crackdown looms
BUSINESSES and community organisations in Flintshire are being encouraged to apply for sustainability funding aimed at accelerating their journey toward net zero, cutting carbon emissions, and future-proofing their operations. The Flintshire Fund – delivered by Antur Cymru Enterprise in partnership with Flintshire County Council and Pathway to Carbon Zero – has secured £173,679 from the…
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College commended for transformative Tanzania project in national awards
COLEG CAMBRIA has once again cemented its position as a leader in global education. The college has been named a finalist for the second consecutive year in The British Council Award for Excellence in International Work category at the AoC (Association of Colleges) Beacon Awards 2025/26. Announced at the AoC Annual Conference, the recognition highlights Cambria’s commitment…
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Busy Christmas ahead as Rhug Estate launches full festive line-up
RHUG ESTATE is set for a busy December as it launches a full programme of festive events and food experiences for all the family. The 12,500-acre estate, based near Corwen in Denbighshire, enters the yuletide season after a thriving autumn, marked by sold-out wreath-making workshops with floral designer Kate Jordan and tasting evenings hosted by…
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Specialist beauty centre launched to support cancer patients and vulnerable in communities
A LEADING college unveiled a transformative new hair and beauty hub set to redefine training, wellbeing and community support across the region. Coleg Cambria Deeside has officially launched its pioneering new Cosmetology Centre – a trailblazing, first-of-its-kind space designed to evolve both the hair and beauty sector and learner experience, while providing a vital, inclusive…
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Green light for new 50-bed land-based student development
WORK has officially begun on a new 50-bedroom student accommodation development at Coleg Cambria Llysfasi. Following planning approval and the completion of all environmental assessments, construction teams are now on site laying the foundations for the multi-million-pound project, which will further enhance the college’s growing reputation as one of the UK’s leading land-based education providers….
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Five Years in the Making: Knife Dragon Becomes a Striking National Icon
AFTER nearly five years of dedicated craftsmanship, an incredible Knife Dragon sculpture has been fully completed and now stands proudly outside Coleg Cambria’s Bersham Road site in Wrexham. The hand-crafted dragon, shown protecting a small child, represents both the creativity and compassion of the community, and serves as a striking symbol against weapons crime. The…
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Youth employment scheme in north east wales expands to 100+ learners
A MAJOR training and employment initiative supporting young people across north east Wales has seen rapid growth – and now more employers are being encouraged to get involved. The Jobs Growth Wales+ programme at Coleg Cambria has gone from strength to strength over the past 12 months. Led by Curriculum Directors David Garratt and Claire…
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Eyes on gold: Coleg Cambria learners ready for WorldSkills UK
COLEG Cambria learners are preparing to face the nation’s best at the WorldSkills UK National Finals. This year’s line-up includes rising stars in Aircraft Maintenance, Beauty Therapy, CNC Milling, and Metal Fabrication, each determined to bring home medals for Team Wales. Among them are Robert Jones and Hannah Back, from Airbus UK, who return to…
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‘Brain breaks’ and bite-sized tasks – College study transforms ADHD support
INSIGHTFUL research is helping transform how students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are supported in higher education. Rebecca Mountfield-Pawlett, PGCE programme lead at Coleg Cambria, has published findings that highlight both the challenges and the strengths of students with ADHD, and how practical teaching strategies can make academia more inclusive. Rebecca, who also teaches…
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