5 days ago
Wrexham MP reflects on the 'incredible' National Eisteddfod
MP for Wrexham
What an incredible week in Wrexham with the National Eisteddfod bringing thousands of visitors to Isycoed and to the city centre.
The atmosphere on the Maes was fantastic with Pentref Wrecsam showcasing what our city has to offer in terms of bold ideas and vision: the 2029 City of Culture bid, Stori Brymbo which will be such a unique attraction when it opens, and This Is Wrecsam amongst many others all showing what a destination Wrexham is.
I was delighted to see so many local groups and organisations represented as well as ones from across Wales, showing the diversity of Wales and its inclusivity.
As a Welsh learner myself it was an ideal opportunity to practise and thank you to those who were patient with me!
I also know that the city centre has seen lots of visitors taking the opportunity for some time out from the Maes.
It's been great to see businesses able to take the opportunity to extend their opening or diversify their offering or increase their production to meet the demand.
The Eisteddfod also coincided with the Play Day on Wednesday where so many children and their families were enjoying the activities on offer.
A huge thank you to all involved in this wonderful annual event.
There are plenty of excellent developments in the city centre, such as the Butchers' Market and the updating of High Street which are part of Welsh Government's Transforming Towns fund which Cabinet Secretary Jane Bryant was able to see for herself last week.
The transformation of the old library into an arts and cultural hub and of course the Museum of Two Halves which will be open next year.
The Eisteddfod also saw the announcement of a partnership between Coleg Cambria and Wrexham University working together with Bangor University and Grŵp Llandrillo Menai to form the North Wales Tertiary Alliance (NWTA).
The aim is to strengthen education, skills and support economic growth and opportunity across North Wales.
This can only be of benefit to young people and learners across Wrexham and could not be more welcome.
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