An 18-year-old local woman has become a finalist in Miss Wales 2022. Anna Mears, from Dinas Powys, is currently a triathlete and sport enthusiast, having qualified to represent Britain in Canada in 2022- an event that was cancelled due to the pandemic. 

Anna also volunteers for Age Cymru, a charity dedicated to help avoid loneliness within the older generation by talking with them, as well as studying her A-Levels at St Cyres School. 

The event is expected to take place in the Riverfront Theatre in Newport and the Holland House Hotel in Cardiff. 

What is Miss Wales?

‘Miss Wales is a confidence-building experience couples with the fun and glamour of pageantry.’ 

‘Miss Wales is the Welsh qualifier for Miss World- the largest and longest running pageant on the planet. The competition is dedicated to empowering young women and fundraising for the Miss World charity, Beauty With A Purpose, which helps disadvantaged children worldwide. From the moment they are selected, Miss Wales finalists enjoy a calendar of experiences including photoshoots and special events as well as fundraising opportunities and media interviews.’

‘The winner of Miss Wales is chosen annually at out three day grand final which involves and empowerment day, a charity ball and a catwalk show. The winner is automatically guaranteed a place at the most respected and established pageant in the world – Miss World- where she will enjoy and unforgettable experience with young women from more that 100 different countries from around the globe.’

‘Miss Wales also wins an exciting package of prizes and a year of VIP experiences.’