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Wales Online
27-05-2025
- General
- Wales Online
The five ways a beloved Swansea park is about to be enhanced after funding boost
The five ways a beloved Swansea park is about to be enhanced after funding boost A brand-new community improvement project is to be launched to enhance the park for visitors A runner makes his way around Singleton Park (Image: Adrian White ) One of Swansea's most beloved parks is set to be enhanced after receiving a funding boost. Friends of Singleton Park has received a grant from the National Lottery community funds awards, which it will use to launch a brand-new community improvement project at Singleton Park. The project, titled Improving Singleton Park – Gwella Parc Singleton, will begin this June and aims to boost the park's facilities, biodiversity and community engagement. The group will be able to install new picnic benches, plant mature trees, introduce informative nature and park information boards and provide resources for volunteers. Sue Davies, chairwoman for Friends of Singleton Park, said: 'This funding allows us to do more than ever before to support and enhance our beloved park. Never miss a Swansea story by signing up to our newsletter here . 'Our goal is to create a welcoming, educational and tranquil space where all members of the community can come together, relax, learn about nature and get involved.' The enhancements funded by the £8,400 grant will include the following. Three picnic tables to create communal seating areas that encourage social interaction and reduce isolation. Planting of mature trees to improve biodiversity and restore areas affected by recent storms. Information boards to educate visitors about the park and local wildlife. Volunteer gear, such as hoodies and shirts, to support the growing team of local people dedicating time to park upkeep. Publicity and outreach efforts to promote activities, events, and volunteering roles through social media, schools and local groups. Article continues below The Friends of Singleton Park is a charitable incorporated organisation made up of local residents who advocate for the preservation and enhancement of Singleton Park's natural beauty and community value. It works closely with Swansea Council's parks department to deliver grassroots improvements that complement public services. The group will also host nature walks and wildlife activities, including participating in national efforts like the RSPB Annual Birdwatch, to further engage residents and increase awareness of conservation efforts. Ms Davies added: 'This project is all about community. By bringing people together through nature, we hope to build stronger local connections, improve mental wellbeing, and foster a sense of shared ownership and pride in our green spaces.' Friends of Singleton Park welcomes new volunteers and supporters. To learn more or get involved, visit its Facebook page or e-mail friendsofsingletonpark@ Article continues below Singleton Park's boating lake is looking more like Jurassic Park these days after four huge dinosaurs were placed there last month. You can read more about that by clicking here.
Business News Wales
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Gower College Swansea Hosts Apprenticeship Fair
Gower College Swansea Tycoch Campus.- Copyright © 2025 by Adrian White Gower College Swansea is set to hold an Apprenticeship Fair. More than 94 specialist subject areas will take part, including accountancy, legal, construction, engineering, health and social care, IT and creative media. There will also be an opportunity to meet employers such as Swansea Bay University Health Board (SBUHB), Swansea Council, Atkins Accountants, Vale Europe (known locally as 'The Mond') and Freedom Leisure – LC Swansea. The fair is due to take place on Wednesday, 4 June, from 3.30pm to 7:30pm, at the Tycoch Campus. Gower College Swansea offers apprenticeships from Level 2 all the way to degree-level apprenticeships. Antonia Williams, Training Manager for TUI Group, explained how apprenticeships with Gower College Swansea have transformed TUI's workforce. She said: 'The staff at TUI feel like they've got a purpose, they're happy they're being developed. It improves company culture, and it improves your employee turnover because staff feel you're invested in their growth and development. And of course, you have a great talent pipeline for future staff and managers.'' Kelly Fountain, Principal at Gower College Swansea, said: ''Apprenticeships are a win-win for our region. Learners gain valuable, real-world experience and industry-specific skills, setting them up for long-term career success. At the same time, employers benefit from a motivated and skilled workforce that's tailored to their needs. 'As an award-winning provider, we collaborate with 673 employers and support nearly 3,000 apprentices each year. We pride ourselves on tailoring programmes to your specific needs, working with you to co-create training solutions that align perfectly with your goals. 'At Gower College Swansea we believe apprenticeships are not just about jobs—they're about building a stronger, smarter local economy for everyone.'
Wales Online
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Where to see the Red Arrows in Wales this year
Where to see the Red Arrows in Wales this year The Red Arrows will perform a flypast over UK skies to commemorate VE Day's 80th anniversary The Red Arrows will take to Welsh skies this summer (Image: Adrian White Photography ) People in Wales might not get the chance to spot the Red Arrows on the VE Day anniversary flypast but will be treated to a breath-taking aerial display during the summer. Crowds in Swansea can expect to enjoy their trademark formations, heart-stopping manoeuvres, and dazzling trails of red, white, and blue smoke during the Welsh Airshow. To commemorate VE Day's 80th anniversary on Monday, May 5, the Red Arrows are set to wow spectators with an impressive display as they fly over UK skies in their iconic formation. The planes will travel over much of the south of England as they travel to the capital for the flypast. They will start in the North Sea, off the coast of Norwich, before flying over East Anglia and Essex. The flypast itself will begin at 1.45pm and fly over the Mall and Buckingham Palace, lasting approximately five minutes. Never miss a Swansea story by signing up to our newsletter here . Aside from the iconic Red Arrows, the flypast will also include a Lancaster bomber, the only aircraft from the conflict to be involved, and others like the Voyager, Atlas, C-17 Globemaster and the Typhoon. After flying over London they will head over Surrey before dispersing over Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire. Article continues below Although people in Wales will have to settle for watching the display from the TV, there will be the opportunity to see a stunning Red Arrows display in July later this year. The Red Arrows have previously wowed crowds at the Welsh Airshow (Image: Adrian White Photography ) The Welsh Airshow, on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July, will see two days of breath-taking aerial displays over Swansea Bay, with the Red Arrows set to perform on both days. The free annual airshow attracts crowds of over 200,000 people, with live music, food and drinks and other activities available on the ground. Councillor Robert Francis-Davies, Cabinet Member for Investment, Regeneration, Events, and Tourism at Swansea Council, said: "It's amazing to have the Red Arrows back again, and great to have them perform on both days at the 2025 Wales National Airshow. "Their displays never fail to captivate the audience, and we know that visitors will be just as thrilled as ever. This event is a highlight of Swansea's summer calendar, and we're expecting another fantastic turnout this year." Article continues below Lots more displays and attractions at the festival are due to be announced in coming weeks. The Red Arrows are set to perform at airshows around the country this summer, including the English Riviera Airshow, the Blackpool Airshow and Eastbourne International airshow.
