Coleg Cambria lecturer to take the plunge for transformative swimming charity
A BUSINESS lecturer will take the plunge for a transformative children’s charity. Anne Williams, a tutor at Coleg Cambria Yale in Wrexham, is to participate in the epic Aquasphere Chillswim Coniston End to End Swim this summer. The 5.2-mile challenge takes place on Coniston water in the Lake District on Saturday June 22. Anne, from…
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Seaside town lifted by success of LVL5 Gyms’ new 6,000 sq m exercise complex
MINDS, bodies, and spirits in a seaside town have been lifted by the arrival of a revolutionary health and exercise complex. LVL5 Gyms Ltd has been a major success since opening in December, attracting a variety of new members and day visitors to Llandudno. The 6,000 square-metre two-floor facility – formerly Tudno Castle Hotel – had…
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Lodge retreat sees surge in interest following multi-million pound redevelopment
A PICTURESQUE luxury lodge retreat has experienced a surge in interest from prospective holiday homeowners across the country. One year after opening – following a multi-million-pound redevelopment – permanent and rental space at Darwin Escapes’ 40-acre Plas Isaf Lodge Retreat is in demand. The Talacre-based firm, which employs more than 900 staff and owns 26 resorts in the UK and…
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Carbon Zero continues diversification journey with new solar cleaning business
INNOVATION and diversification continue at a renewable energy firm which has added a sparkling new service to its award-winning portfolio. Carbon Zero Renewables – part of the Carbon Zero Group based in Old Colwyn, St Asaph and Mochdre – is one of the few companies in the sector to offer solar panel cleaning in addition…
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Coleg Cambria wins more individual medals than ever before at Skills Competition Wales
COLEG CAMBRIA and its industry partners achieved more individual medals than ever before at this year’s prestigious Skills Competition Wales. Across 16 categories, the college – based in Wrexham, Northop, Deeside and Llysfasi – secured an outstanding 24 top three places. This included five golds, eight silvers and 11 bronze medals. Receiving gold medals were…
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Seismology sensors to help shape future of town centre regeneration in Wales
REVOLUTIONARY new seismology software will shake up the way organisations measure footfall and have a positive impact on town centre regeneration. Menter Môn trialled the innovative Raspberry Shake wireless technology as part of the wider Patrwm Smart Places project at last summer’s National Eisteddfod, held in Boduan, Gwynedd. Created by software development pioneers Kodergarten, sensors were placed…
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New face joins team at award-winning Rhug Wild Beauty collection
THERE’S a new face at an award-winning organic beauty range. Skincare expert Louise Evripidou has joined the team at Rhug Wild Beauty, the popular collection based at Rhug Estate, near Corwen in North Wales. With more than 25 years’ experience in the sector, Louise is well placed to help take the brand – which is…
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Celtic Financial Planning targets North West expansion with new hires and client growth
AN ESTEEMED financial planning business is targeting the North West after further growth in past months. Celtic Financial Planning, based in Mold, St Asaph, and London, has enjoyed a strong start to 2024. In addition to a raft of new clients and having sold all the tickets to its upcoming charity event with Wales RFU…
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Net World Sports plays out its rapid rise to students in North Wales
ONE of the country’s fastest-growing sports equipment retailers played out its success for students in Wrexham. A Level Business and BTEC Enterprise and Entrepreneurship learners from Coleg Cambria visited Net World Sports to discuss career opportunities in the retail sector. They also heard the inspiring story of how Alex Loven founded the now multi-million pound…
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Funding boost for Flintshire firms on journey to net zero
AN INNOVATIVE grant scheme is supporting Flintshire businesses on their journey to net zero. The Carbon Reduction Feasibility Fund is delivered by Antur Cymru Enterprise with the backing of Pathway to Carbon Zero Ltd and Litegreen Ltd in collaboration with Flintshire County Council. The Flintshire Fund has received £297,294 from the UK Government through the…
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