Laura Ashley 1925 – 1985
Geoff Brookes tells the tale of Laura Ashley, pioneer of the infamous Laura Ashley Welsh textile design company. It was her sixtieth birthday; she did not want any fuss, just a quiet night in. She went to bed, got up […]
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Why Are We Here
What are we for What do we do Where do we go. I’m sure you’ve asked yourself these questions. We are such clever souls We can put our hand to anything If we put our minds to it. Sometimes we […]
Huw Jones Photographer
Superb quality images of mouthwatering food and drink – that is what I have long associated with Huw Jones, a photographer that specialises purely in food and drink photography. I love my food and so I was intrigued to receive […]
North Wales Rivers Trust – October News
As the days shorten and the leaves turn, our rivers are also entering a season of change. Autumn is a crucial time for migratory fish like salmon, yet the latest Salmon Stocks and Fisheries in England and Wales Report 2024 […]
Lines of the Land: An Artist’s Journey Through Wales
There’s a quiet moment, just after crossing the border into Wales, where the rhythm of the road changes. The trees seem thicker, the light falls differently, ancient rhythms hum beneath the tarmac. It’s subtle, but I feel it every time. […]
Days
A gaze A laze; An autumn haze. Still is the air. Quiet; contemplative. But oh so clear. Days like this Come but once a year. Silenced beautiful; And reflective; Of those so dear. Stop. And stare. Wherever you are. Look […]
Coch Bach y Bala
Leave the A494 from Ruthin and head south towards Corwen, then turn to the left and drive gently uphill to find a beautiful and unexpected valley. Here is Llanelidan, a place that seems untouched and overlooked. Unchanged even and because […]
Tuesday’s Sayings and Musings
It is better to forget and be happy Than remember and be sad The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten A cod fish lays ten thousand eggs The homely hen lays one […]
Llangollen Wharf to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
The big walk of Britain’s canals – a mere handful of miles, yet a riot of thrills. Rare birds hide in big skies, wildfowl bob on the water, and munching sheep fill green fields. This walk showcases the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, […]
Researchers to Develop Virtual Lake Technology
Researchers are developing cutting-edge technology as part of a response to the “threat” from an increase in extreme climactic events. Dr Iestyn Woolway, from Bangor University is working with partners on a prototype called EcoTwin, which would enable the creation […]
Porthgain, Pembrokeshire
The tranquil seaside hamlets of Portgain and Abereiddi feel about as far away from heavy industry as you possibly get. But it wasn’t always like this and back in the late 19th-century, both would have been bustling with activity. Porthgain […]
The Cup That Got Away
They came to Swansea stadium like stars at some palladium: for victory were any keener to win the cup in that arena? Yes, Hakin had been there before, but Tenby opened new found door, their black and red would win […]