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Powys County Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Powys archer Megan Costall aims to inspire women and girls
Hafren Foresters Archery Club near Newtown, is on a mission to encourage more women and girls and people with disabilities to pick up a bow and arrow. The National Lottery and Sport Wales have helped the club hit the bullseye enabling them to launch women-only training sessions and workshops with a female coach. With a grant of £4,688, Hafren bought new bows, arrows and safety gear. A leading member of the club is Newtown-based Megan Costall who has set her sights on competing at the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028. When she was younger, Megan loved karate and only gave it up because she was told she was too young to do her black belt. She's also a former gymnast but she went along to the archery club at 14 years old. Her Dad has long been involved in the running of the club and her older sister was already regularly shooting. Channelling her competitive spirit, she was determined to beat them both. Since then, Megan has gone on to win a silver medal at the Berlin Open and helped the team win gold at the European Youth Championships in 2022. And Megan credits her progress to the archery club at Hafren. Megan said: 'The funding from Sport Wales is helping to develop and grow a thriving family. 'We couldn't run the club without the support and it means that people of all ages can have a go at a really inclusive sport and that's really important in a rural location. As Megan targets a place among the world's elite, the community club where it all started continues to show people of all ages and all abilities that they can reach their goals, be a part of a community and continue hitting the bullseye.
Powys County Times
13-07-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
Powys business Hafren Furnishers celebrate 60th anniversary
Wales' largest independent furniture retailer Hafren Furnishers is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. The family-run Powys business has flourished since it was founded by Mike Morgan spotting a market while working his milk round in the Llanidloes area in 1965. What started by offering his customers to buy small pieces of furniture direct from his milk float, has evolved to two stores showcasing the latest collections for the home and home office. Today, the business is run by Mike's son Tim along with an experienced and knowledgeable team supporting him, operating the flagship store in Llanidloes and a showroom in Llanbadarn Fawr, on the outskirts of Aberystwyth. Both stores offer dedicated Bed Studios, where customers can try out multiple bed brands at their leisure, experience state-of-the-art in-store Stressless recliner studios, and browse the latest ranges of living room, dining room, bedroom and conservatory furniture. Giftware, bedding and accessories, rugs, lamps and pictures feature too. "The philosophy remains unchanged from 60 years ago," said Hafren Furnishers director Tim Morgan, "offer customers leading furniture brands at the best possible prices with exceptional service and free delivery across England and Wales. "This has earned Hafren an enviable reputation amongst its loyal customer base and within the furniture industry itself." To mark the family-run business' milestone year, a summer sale will run from Monday, July 21, to coincide with the Royal Welsh Show, until the end of August. Exclusive offers will be available across all leading furniture brands, across both stores and online.
