College again reaches finals of national diversity and inclusion awards ceremony
COLEG CAMBRIA has again reached the finals of a prestigious awards ceremony centred on inclusion and diversity. The college – based in Wrexham, Deeside, Llysfasi and Northop – is in the running for the RCU Award for Support for Students at the Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Awards. Cambria was also ‘Commended’ in the NOCN Group Award for Mental…
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Afonwen Craft Centre makes solar switch to combat rising electricity bills
A BELOVED tourist attraction switched to solar power in a bid to combat spiralling energy costs. Afonwen Craft Centre – home to the popular Edenshine Restaurant – made the move after anticipating its electricity bills would more than double in the near future. Owners Adrian Dallolio and Janet Monshin Dallolio, who have run the centre…
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Innovative ‘learning glass’ technology being used at Coleg Cambria
INNOVATIVE ‘learning glass’ technology is among the cutting-edge methods being used to deliver virtual programmes at a leading college. Coleg Cambria University Centre is utilising state-of-the-art equipment to prepare students for higher level study by delivering lectures online, and they are reaping the rewards. The free full-time Access to Higher Education (HE)– Healthcare Level 3 Diploma is…
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Hundreds sign up for new Coleg Cambria table tennis academy
A TABLE tennis academy has served up success and returned strong numbers since launching earlier this year. The strategic partnership between Coleg Cambria and Table Tennis Wales is focused on providing an inclusive community club programme and dedicated grassroots coaching. Focused on all five of the college’s sites – Deeside, Northop, Llysfasi, and Yale and…
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Arts charity pops up with US dance event to end year on a high
A TRANSFORMATIVE arts charity is popping up with an event to end the year on a high. Action for Arts is hosting an all day session in celebration of the elegant ‘Popping’ dance style, which dates back to 1960s California. And two of the UK’s exponents of the technique, adapted out of earlier ‘Electric Boogaloo’…
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The Cross Keys pub to reopen in memory of much loved Llanfynydd villager
A BELOVED village pub has undergone significant redevelopment and will open its doors again in the coming weeks. The purchase of the freehold and refurbishment of The Cross Keys in Llanfynydd is bittersweet. A story that started as one of family loss, soon became one of gain; a life legacy to give back to the…
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Ukrainian water system helping farmers grow bigger and better fruit and veg
A VEGETABLE farmer has reaped the rewards following a successful trial of a revolutionary Ukrainian irrigation system. Supported by Menter Mon’s Tech Tyfu vertical farming project – based on Anglesey – Snowdon Valley Farm has tested the Adam’s Water technology over past months and seen a significant increase in the size, quality and yield of its fruit…
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Cost of living rap workshops headline student budget events at Coleg Cambria
CASHING IN on college support is helping students to budget and better manage their money in preparation for the coming years. Coleg Cambria’s Learner Experience team has had a busy start to the academic year, hosting Money Matters sessions focused on the cost-of-living crisis, ensuring learners are independent and ready for financial challenges when they…
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Harry’s on cloud nine after making senior debut for Wrexham AFC
A COLEG CAMBRIA student is on cloud nine after making his Wrexham AFC debut. Harry Ashfield, 17, has been with the Red Dragons since he was just six years old. The marauding midfielder, who hails from the city, was thrilled to be included in manager Phil Parkinson’s squad for the 0-3 EFL Trophy victory over…
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Coleg Cambria number one in Wales for DofE… and Exec Director is a former student
COLEG CAMBRIA is the number one FE institution in Wales for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE). The north east Wales college – based in Wrexham, Northop, Llysfasi and Deeside – has seen more than 270 learners achieve the Bronze, Silver or Gold DofE Award in the last year. And those taking part donated a…
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