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Porthmadog April 5th 2012: Work on 108 year-old ex-Penrhyn Quarry steam locomotive Hugh Napier is nearing completion and on Friday 11th May 2012, the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway will host the relaunch of the historic engine, owned by the National Trust.The owners of a Powys craft centre, gallery and tea rooms have breathed a huge sigh of relief after a major threat to their business was lifted until next year.
The owners of a Powys craft centre, gallery and tea rooms have breathed a huge sigh of relief after a major threat to their business was lifted until next year.
STAY IN STYLE ON THE NEW WALES COASTAL PATH
Walkers exploring the new Wales coastal path can choose from eco-cabins, yurts and boutique B & B on the beautiful Mawddach Estuary near Barmouth’s iconic bridge. Click here for full story
MUSEUM OPENS EVERY DAY THROUGHOUT SUMMER
The National Wool Museum, Dre-fach Felindre, near Newcastle Emlyn is now open every day to meet its growing popularity over the spring and summer seasons and offers free entry as usual. Click here for full story
LÔN LODGES LAUNCHES FARM WALKS AND NATURE TRAILS
A farming family who diversified in 2007 by building two self-catering lodges has just launched new farm walks and nature trails. Click here for full story
OSPREYS RETURN TO MID WALES NESTING SITE
The first breeding pair of ospreys on the River Dyfi for more than 400 years have returned to their nesting site after flying thousands of mile from their African wintering grounds. Click here for full story
TRANQUIL MID WALES THE PERFECT ANTIDOTE TO URBAN LIVING
The green and welcoming hills and valleys of Mid Wales and the fantastic sandy beaches of Cambrian Coast offer the perfect antidote to the stresses and strains of modern urban life this Easter as people pledge to make the most of their “quality time” together. Click here for full story
HUGE RELIEF FOR CRAFT CENTRE AS BRIDGE WORK IS DELAYED UNTIL 2013
The owners of a Powys craft centre, gallery and tea rooms have breathed a huge sigh of relief after a major threat to their business was lifted until next year. Click here for full story
TO ABERYSTWYTH FROM ALL POINTS OF THE COMPASS
Organisers of the Croeso 2012 International Orienteering Festival, based in Aberystwyth in July, are “over the moon” with early entries from around the globe. Click here for full story
NATIONAL WOOL MUSEUM ATTRACTS 30,000 FOR THE FIRST TIME
The National Wool Museum at Dre-fach Felindre, near Newcastle Emlyn has broken through the 30,000 visitors barrier for the first time. Click here for full story
MID WALES ONLINE BOOKINGS UP A THIRD IN FIRST QUARTER OF 2012
The number of people using the Internet to book accommodation in Mid Wales in the fist three months of 2012 was up by a third on the same period last year. Click here for full story
Historic steam locomotive steams again after 58 years
Porthmadog April 5th 2012: Work on 108 year-old ex-Penrhyn Quarry steam locomotive Hugh Napier is nearing completion and on Friday 11th May 2012, the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway will host the relaunch of the historic engine, owned by the National Trust. Click here for full story
Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway completes Phase 1 of £1 million construction project
Porthmadog, March 19th 2012. Phase One of the £1.1 million project to redevelop the historic Porthmadog Harbour Station is now complete. Click here for full story
Brecon Beacons food producers chosen for Regal pavilion
Several food and drink producers from Mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons were selected to be part of the Prince’s Foundation Pavilions at the Ideal Home Show in London last week. Click here for full story
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Itinerary for Hugh Napier Event
Friday 11 May 2012
