Lovell charity golf days raises £150k for Welsh charities
This brings the total raised over 30 years to £151,550.
Gemma Clissett, regional partnerships director at Lovell, said: "This golf day is particularly special as the 30th one we've hosted, and I'd like to thank everyone who took part for helping us raise such a fantastic amount for Llamau, Maggie's and Young Lives vs Cancer Cymru.
"To have raised over £151,550 at our golf days over the last three decades is a huge accomplishment and something we are incredibly proud of."
Denise Kennedy, corporate partnership manager at Llamau, said: "Congratulations to Lovell on their 30th charity golf day.
"Thank you to the Lovell team and all the golfers and supporting companies that have taken part and raised funds this year to benefit the chosen charities."
The event saw 26 teams compete, followed by a charity auction hosted by Welsh actor and writer Steve Speirs.
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