A Penarth-based business has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2021 Wales Start-Up Awards after only 4 months of trading. Shroot have been selected in the ‘Rising Star’ category, focusing on businesses that demonstrate innovation and future potential. Carolyn Davies said: “ We’ve had great feedback so far about our launch product- Greens & Greetings. We’ve exceeded our sales … Read More
A petition to upgrade all playgrounds around Penarth Town has almost reached it’s target. Started by the Parent’s Teacher Association at Victoria Primary School, located on Cornerswell Road, the petition is just over one hundred signatures away from reaching it’s five-hundred target. Pupils attending the school have also called for action to be taken, writing letters to local councillors in … Read More
Griffin Books are welcoming the community of Penarth to join them next week as Independent Bookshop Week begins. Part of the Books Are My Bag campaign, Independent Bookshop Week is a celebration for independent bookshops across the UK and Ireland. Beginning on Saturday 19th June, Griffin Books, which is situated on Windsor Road in Penarth, will hold several online events … Read More
We’ve all heard about Anorexia and Bulimia. The debilitating mental illnesses that forces a person to forget about their own worth and twists their perspective of a healthy body image. But what about the less known eating disorders? The ones that manifest from fear and trepidation? ARFID: Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. Previously referred too as “Selective Eating Disorder”, it wasn’t … Read More
The Mayor of Penarth, Cllr Ian Buckley, announced last month that Amelia Trust Farm is one of his chosen charities of the year. Dating back to 20th September 1990, Amelia Methodist Trust Company Limited was incorporated to receive a farm spanning over 160 acres, with derelict buildings and barns. After the death of his Mother, benefactors Bob and Ethel Huggard … Read More
A local business owner has been selected as a skincare award finalist for the 2021 Free From Skincare Awards. Craig Parker Trott, from Apothecary64, is among ten other finalists in the Hand, Foot and Nail Care Category to have been selected. Selected based on efficacy, design and general quality, Craig’s Lavender and Rosemary Hand Sanitiser is made with lavender and … Read More
The Apprentice Winner has announced she will be focusing on setting up eight new cafes at different locations, with Penarth on the list. 29-year-old Alana Spencer, an entrepreneur and baker, won the twelfth series of BBC One’s ‘The Apprentice’, becoming the first welsh winner of the programme. Having recently opened a cake shop in Cardiff Bay, Alana is looking to … Read More
Cardiff bus has announced that an open-top double decker service will run daily to Penarth Pier as part of their ‘Summer Days Out’ initiative. From the 26th June until the end of August, customers can board the open-top bus (weather permitted) at Wyndham Arcade in Cardiff City Centre and be taken to Penarth Pier, with stops along the way including … Read More
With Foster Care Fortnight having only been a month ago, here at Penarth View we have spoken to two amazing women who have opened their homes to children and young people, giving them the family and support they required at a time they needed it the most. Annette Sheppard and Nicola Jones are just two of many foster carers around … Read More
A 21-year-old woman who has beaten the stereotypical norms has shared her inspirational story in the hopes of inspiring young people from around the world. Monique Sotomi, who attended Bryn Hafren Comprehensive School, grew up in South Wales and has over-come many obstacles within her life. She said: “My cultural background is both Welsh and Nigerian. I consider Wales as … Read More
