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UPLANDS: Free family party in Cwmdonkin Park on Sunday — as the pavilion café becomes a community venture
The family who run the coffee shop in Cwmdonkin Park’s pavilion are inviting the community to a free summer party on Sunday afternoon — celebrating a new look for the building and a new future for the business.
Dylan’s Coffee Shop, in the Uplands park, has been run by Sara and Papi Faye since April 2021 — and has now moved into a Community Interest Company, meaning its profits will be put back into the park and the community around it.
The party runs from 3pm to 6pm on Sunday, 19 July, with free activities including live music, a magician, face painting, animal petting and football games.
The menu board goes up at the pavilion (Image: Dylan’s Coffee Shop)“When we first opened the coffee shop we wanted to create somewhere that felt welcoming,” said Sara Faye.
“Over the years, we have got to know so many local people and families — we feel incredibly lucky to be part of such a special community.”
She said the move to a Community Interest Company felt like the natural next step: “It means that as the coffee shop grows, we can put even more back into the community through activities, events, and preserving the pavilion.”
“The Summer Party is our way of saying thank you to everyone who has supported us. Come along, bring your family and your friends and enjoy the afternoon with us.”
The new company — Evan’s Green Grounds Community Interest Company — will work to make the pavilion a community hub, organise events and activities, encourage greater use of the park, and protect the pavilion building itself.
The family say the pavilion’s improvements and Sunday’s celebration have been made possible by grant funding and support from Codi, Morganstone and Swansea Council.
It also aims to celebrate the connection that gives the coffee shop its name: Cwmdonkin was Dylan Thomas’s childhood playground, a short walk from his birthplace at 5 Cwmdonkin Drive — and the pavilion café is named in his honour.
The park appears throughout his work — most famously in The Hunchback in the Park, his poem set among its paths, its fountain and its railings.
The Victorian park remains one of Swansea’s best-loved green spaces, and is among the nine Swansea parks holding Green Flag status this year.
The pavilion coffee shop has become a fixture for park regulars in the five years since the Fayes took it on — with Sunday’s party doubling as a fifth-birthday thank-you to the community that sustained it.
Anyone wanting to know more about the party or the new community company can contact the coffee shop directly.
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
SWANSEA: Nine parks and green spaces named among the best in Wales
Cwmdonkin among the city’s Green Flag winners — as Botanical Gardens turns 100.SWANSEA: A green jewel turns 100 — how Singleton’s Botanical Gardens grew from kitchen plot to city treasure
The story of the city’s century-old gardens.SWANSEA: Free buses return for the summer holidays
#coffeeShop #CommunityInterestCompany #CwmdonkinPark #DylanThomas #Uplands
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ST HELEN’S: Europe’s tallest sports floodlight comes down after more than 60 years
A floodlight long said to be the tallest of its kind at any sports ground in Europe is being taken down in Swansea today.
The 150ft column has stood over St Helen’s, beside the Cricketers crossroads in Brynmill, since 1964.
Its removal marks the final and most dramatic stage of the work to clear the ground’s old floodlights, after the other towers came down last week in footage captured by drone.
For more than six decades, the floodlight has been a fixture of the Swansea skyline — visible for miles, and from the seafront below.
Uplands Party councillor Peter May, who has lived in nearby Finsbury Terrace for 30 years, said he had mixed feelings about seeing it go.
“It will be missing from the view from my front garden, but is part of the new era for our beloved St Helen’s to continue as a sporting venue,” he said.
The floodlight’s loss closes another chapter for one of Welsh sport’s most storied grounds.
St Helen’s hosted the first home match in the history of the Wales rugby team, against England, back in 1882.
It was where New Zealand suffered their first defeat to Wales in 1924, and where Swansea beat the touring All Blacks in 1935 to become the first club side to do so.
The ground also has a place in cricket history. It was here, in 1968, that Sir Garfield Sobers struck the first six sixes in a single over in first-class cricket.
And in a quirk of local lore, a teenage Dylan Thomas won a mile race on the ground at his school sports day in 1928 — carrying the newspaper photograph of his victory for the rest of his life.
The floodlights themselves went up in 1964, part of efforts to keep evening fixtures and big matches at the venue.
Cllr May said the previous record-holders had been the 260ft pylons at Leeds United’s Elland Road ground, until they were taken down in 1993.
A crane works to remove a floodlight pylon at St Helen’s, with Swansea Bay and the beach beyond. (Image: Ospreys Rugby)Now the ground is being cleared for a new era. The turf has already been lifted and handed to grassroots clubs across the region, and with the floodlights gone the site is ready for a new playing surface.
The redevelopment plans, unveiled in May, centre on a new South Stand, a redeveloped West Stand and terrace, a fan zone and expanded hospitality.
The work is being carried out in phases, so the Ospreys can still play at St Helen’s throughout the coming season as construction goes on around them.
It marks a remarkable turnaround for a club that only months ago was fighting for survival, before Swansea Council committed £5.1m to secure the ground as a community stadium and the region’s home.
The Ospreys will leave the Swansea.com Stadium and return to St Helen’s after two decades away, playing their first season at the redeveloped ground in 2026/27.
Councillor Stuart Rice said work would continue to involve the local community in the plans.
“We are looking forward to continue engaging with Uplands and city-wide residents on the community aspect of the plans,” he said.
For now, though, eyes are on the Brynmill skyline — where a 150ft landmark that has watched over Swansea sport for two generations is finally coming down.
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
Floodlights come down in dramatic drone footage
The Ospreys captured the earlier towers being lifted away as the rebuild gathered pace.Ospreys unveil St Helen’s redevelopment plans
The new South Stand, West Stand and fan zone set to transform the historic ground.Council commits £5.1m to secure St Helen’s as Ospreys’ home
#Brynmill #Ospreys #StHelenSStadium #SwanseaCouncil #SwanseaRFC #Uplands
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SWANSEA: Man found hiding in cupboard jailed after police uncover 539-plant cannabis farm in Uplands
A man has been jailed after he was found hiding in a cupboard when police raided a cannabis farm in the Uplands area of Swansea.
Antonjo Kodheli, 42, of no fixed abode, was discovered inside the property on Bryn Y Môr Crescent when officers conducted a search of the address.
A total of 539 plants were found growing across eight rooms in the property.
Kodheli pleaded guilty to being concerned in the production of a controlled drug of Class B and was sentenced to eight months in prison.
A video released by South Wales Police shows the moment officers discovered Kodheli concealed in the cupboard during the raid.
https://youtu.be/AYQK1iz1Hqk?si=3XxY04f33H3jqfCF
Sergeant Luke Tucker said it was “incredibly disappointing” to continue finding properties in Swansea being used for illegal drug cultivation.
“Antonjo Kodheli is the latest in a long line of people who have found that entering the illegal drug trade is not all it cracked up to be,” he said. “While some may argue that there are more dangerous drugs, the money generated by cannabis farms is very commonly then funnelled towards even more serious criminal activity, and that is why we will always take action.”
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UPLANDS: Swansea’s beloved Truffle restaurant put up for sale as owners step back after nine years to focus on family
One of Swansea’s most-loved independent restaurants has been put up for sale — with the couple who built it from scratch saying the time has come to hand it on to new owners and focus on their young family.
Truffle, on King Edwards Road in Uplands, has been run by chef Jonathan Cox and front-of-house manager Jodie Barlow-Haynes since 2017. Over nine years, the pair have built the restaurant into one of the city’s most respected independent eateries, with a 4.8-star rating across major review platforms and a loyal customer base that returns again and again.
Known for its French, Welsh and contemporary influences, Truffle has earned a reputation for freshly made dishes using locally sourced ingredients. The fully licensed restaurant also operates a popular bring-your-own drinks policy — a combination that has helped it carve out a distinctive identity in a competitive market.
Inside Truffle — the restaurant has built a 4.8-star rating across major review platforms over nine years. Image: Christie & CoJonathan and Jodie said in a joint statement: “Truffle has been our passion for many years. We are incredibly proud of how the business has grown, with loyal customers who return time and again, and the reputation we’ve built for our service and quality food.”
They added: “We will be sad to leave our successful business but have decided to make a lifestyle change to be able to spend more quality time with our young family. We hope the next owners will take Truffle forward into its next exciting chapter.”
The restaurant is being marketed as a leasehold sale with an asking price of £75,000 by specialist business property adviser Christie & Co, which describes it as “an attractive and profitable restaurant in a popular part of the city.”
Graeme Clifford, the business agent handling the sale, said there were plenty of opportunities for a new owner to build on what Jonathan and Jodie have created. “There are plenty of opportunities for a new owner to expand the business including broadening the food offer, introducing more covers, and extending the opening hours,” he said, adding that the site could suit new entrants, experienced restaurateurs or small multi-site operators.
The dining room at Truffle, which seats multiple covers and has potential to expand, according to Christie & Co. Image: Christie & CoThe sale comes at a difficult time for the hospitality sector across the region. In recent months, Swansea Bay News has reported on a series of restaurant closures, including the much-loved Gorseinon restaurant that shut after years of loyal custom, and two Llanelli restaurants closing on the same day. It is also not the first time an Uplands restaurant has come onto the market in recent years.
Truffle’s owners are at pains to point out that this is not a closure — the restaurant remains open and is continuing to trade while a buyer is sought.
Truffle has been a fixture of the Uplands food scene since 2017. Image: Christie & CoFor those interested in taking on the business, full details are available through Christie & Co at christie.com.
Uplands has long been one of Swansea’s most vibrant food and culture neighbourhoods, home to a mix of independent restaurants, cafes, bars and the weekly Uplands Market. The area’s loyal community of regulars and strong footfall make it one of the city’s most attractive locations for independent hospitality businesses.
Truffle’s sale represents the end of an era for many regulars — but also an opportunity for a new operator to take on a restaurant with strong foundations, a proven reputation and an established and loyal following.
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
Heartbreak for diners as popular Gorseinon restaurant closes its doors
One of a series of recent restaurant closures across the region.Two much-loved Llanelli restaurants close on the same day as customers share heartbreak
Further closures in the hospitality sector across the region.Iconic Swansea breakfast venue Uplands Diner put up for sale
Another Uplands institution that has previously come onto the market.Uplands Market highlighted in new pedestrian pound report
#Business #ChristieCo #featured #foodDrink #KingEdwardsRoad #restaurant #restaurantSale #TruffleRestaurant #Uplands
The wider story of Uplands as one of Swansea’s most vibrant independent food and culture destinations. -
Wild Moors
"Wild Moors is working to accelerate the transition to a nature-rich, climate resilient and sustainable future by creating an upland environment which is respected, restored and protected."
https://www.wildmoors.org.uk/#SolarPunkSunday #ReWilding #MoorLands #WildMoors #Moors #UpLands #Nature #BioDiversity #Carbon #Habitat #WildLife #Environment #Ecology #UK
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Wild Moors
"Wild Moors is working to accelerate the transition to a nature-rich, climate resilient and sustainable future by creating an upland environment which is respected, restored and protected."
https://www.wildmoors.org.uk/#SolarPunkSunday #ReWilding #MoorLands #WildMoors #Moors #UpLands #Nature #BioDiversity #Carbon #Habitat #WildLife #Environment #Ecology #UK
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Wild Moors
"Wild Moors is working to accelerate the transition to a nature-rich, climate resilient and sustainable future by creating an upland environment which is respected, restored and protected."
https://www.wildmoors.org.uk/#SolarPunkSunday #ReWilding #MoorLands #WildMoors #Moors #UpLands #Nature #BioDiversity #Carbon #Habitat #WildLife #Environment #Ecology #UK
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Wild Moors
"Wild Moors is working to accelerate the transition to a nature-rich, climate resilient and sustainable future by creating an upland environment which is respected, restored and protected."
https://www.wildmoors.org.uk/#SolarPunkSunday #ReWilding #MoorLands #WildMoors #Moors #UpLands #Nature #BioDiversity #Carbon #Habitat #WildLife #Environment #Ecology #UK
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Wild Moors
"Wild Moors is working to accelerate the transition to a nature-rich, climate resilient and sustainable future by creating an upland environment which is respected, restored and protected."
https://www.wildmoors.org.uk/#SolarPunkSunday #ReWilding #MoorLands #WildMoors #Moors #UpLands #Nature #BioDiversity #Carbon #Habitat #WildLife #Environment #Ecology #UK
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Uplands man jailed just two days after car theft
A Swansea man has been sentenced to 12 weeks in prison just two days after being arrested for breaking into a car and stealing items.
Darren Williams, 54, from Uplands, targeted a vehicle on a lane off Walter Road on March 23, according to South Wales Police. CCTV footage shows him smashing the front passenger window before returning an hour later to attempt another break-in.
Officers were able to match Williams to the CCTV images, arresting him shortly afterwards. Police say he was found in possession of items taken from the vehicle.
Williams pleaded guilty to theft from a motor vehicle and criminal damage to property at Swansea Magistrates’ Court.
PC Luke Morgan, speaking on behalf of South Wales Police, said the case demonstrated the force’s “zero-tolerance approach to thefts from motor vehicles.”
He added that thieves like Williams make “the good, law-abiding people of Swansea fearful that their vehicle could be targeted at any time.”
The speed of the arrest and sentencing has been described as unusually quick. Police released CCTV and bodycam footage of both the theft and the arrest, showing Williams’ brazen behaviour:
https://youtu.be/BF1YPdJaYBY?si=cbxbS2bvAGV49hdG
Residents in Uplands have been reminded to remain vigilant and report suspicious behaviour, particularly around parked cars. Police also encourage the community to use security measures such as alarms and steering locks to prevent theft.
This is not the first case of quick sentencing in the Swansea area; police say they have increasingly been cracking down on opportunistic thefts, aiming to deter repeat offenders.
The incident has sparked discussion among local residents about car security and the need for stronger community awareness. Some have praised the rapid response, noting that catching thieves quickly can help restore confidence in neighbourhood safety.
Police say Williams’ sentencing highlights how law enforcement in Swansea are acting swiftly against crimes that threaten the local community. Officers say the case serves as a warning that theft from vehicles will be pursued promptly and rigorously.
CCTV and bodycam footage from the arrest is being used to help educate the public about vehicle crime and the importance of reporting suspicious activity.
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Swansea salon named national finalist for Best Salon Team and Extension Specialist
Dolly Rocks Hair & Beauty has been shortlisted for both Best Salon Team of the Year and Hair Extension Specialist of the Year, a significant achievement given the hundreds of entries from across the UK.
The salon, which was previously based in Uplands where it also enjoyed national awards success, moved to a larger premises in Gorseinon three years ago. It has since built a strong reputation for its specialist hair extension services, advanced colouring techniques, and luxury salon experience.
Salon owner Jodie Lloyd, who has over 14 years of experience in the industry, said the national recognition reflects the passion and hard work of her entire team.
“Being named finalists on a national level is such an incredible achievement for our team,” she said.
Dolly Rocks owner Jodie Lloyd, who has over 14 years of experience in the hair and beauty industry. (Image: Dolly Rocks Hair & Beauty)The Dolly Rocks salon floor, which moved to a larger Gorseinon premises last year. (Image: Dolly Rocks Hair & Beauty)“We have worked so hard to build Dolly Rocks into a luxury salon experience where clients can access high-quality hair, beauty and aesthetic treatments all under one roof.
“To be recognised for both our team and our hair extension expertise means so much to us.”
The salon is also a professional partner with leading hair extension brand Beauty Works, further highlighting their commitment to industry excellence.
The UK Hair and Beauty Awards recognise outstanding professionals and businesses across the country who demonstrate exceptional skill, innovation, and dedication to client experience.
This latest recognition adds to the salon’s growing list of achievements, which includes being in the running to be named best in Wales in previous years. The nominations place Dolly Rocks among the most accomplished salons in the UK, while continuing to bring national attention to Swansea’s thriving beauty industry.
The winners of The UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026 will be announced later this year.
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Uplands councillors join Liberal Democrats as former party leader hits back
Councillors Sandra Joy and Allan Jeffery, who were elected as Uplands Party candidates in 2022 before becoming Independents last year, have now joined the Liberal Democrats. The party announced the move as a boost ahead of the Senedd elections in May, saying it strengthens their position in Swansea.
Welsh Liberal Democrat Leader Jane Dodds MS welcomed the pair, stating: “Sandra and Allan are exactly the kind of councillors communities want representing them. Rooted in their area, working hard for residents and not afraid to speak up when something was not right.”
She added that with services stretched and communities feeling taken for granted, “Only the Liberal Democrats can beat Labour, stop Reform and deliver for Swansea.”
Councillor Sandra Joy said joining the Liberal Democrats felt like the right step, stating that she and Allan Jeffery were “still the same people who would speak their minds and fight for Uplands every day, but now as part of a growing team ready to take the city in a better direction.”
However, the move has been strongly criticised by Uplands Party leader, Cllr Peter May, who provided additional context on the defections.
In a statement to Swansea Bay News, Cllr May pointed out this was the councillors’ second defection. He also revealed that Cllr Sandra Joy had moved out of the Uplands Ward to Sketty in June 2025, making her ineligible to continue as an Uplands Party councillor.
“She is seeking to run in Sketty ward in the council elections in 2027 which is presently held by the Liberal Democrats,” Cllr May said.
He also highlighted Cllr Allan Jeffery’s past electoral performance. “Allan Jeffery ran unsuccessfully in the Uplands ward as a Liberal Democrat in 2017. He polled 366 votes and finished 12th out of 18 candidates,” Cllr May stated.
“In 2022 he ran as an Uplands Party candidate and was successfully elected securing 1641 votes and finished 4th out of the 4 elected councillors. If he is running as a returning Liberal Democrat in 2027, I look forward to the contest.”
The Liberal Democrats now hold 13 of the 75 seats on Swansea Council.
#CllrAllanJeffery #CllrPeterMay #CllrSandraJoy #JaneDoddsMS #PeterMay #SwanseaCouncil #Uplands #UplandsParty #WelshLiberalDemocrats -
Swansea’s road repair blitz ramps up as new resurfacing crews hit the streets
The council says an additional £300,000 has been pumped into the programme, allowing teams to tackle more potholes, worn‑out stretches and weather‑damaged routes after weeks of cold, wet conditions.
Fresh resurfacing lined up across the city
A series of busy roads are now earmarked for work in the coming weeks, including key routes in Clydach, Morriston, Fforestfach, Llansamlet, Clase, Bishopston and Uplands.
Locations scheduled for repairs include:
- Ynyspenllwch Road, Clydach (Ffordd Cwmtawe to Clydach)
- Lone Road, Clydach
- Llanllienwen Road, Morriston
- A48, Morriston (J46 to Bryntywod entrance)
- Carmarthen Road, Fforestfach (Ffordd Cynore to Swansea Road)
- Nantong Way, Llansamlet (outside Royal Mail)
- Rheidol Avenue, Clase
- Bishopston Road, Bishopston
- Maes y Gwernen Road and Drive, Cwmrhydyceirw
- Uplands Crescent
The council says full resurfacing has already been completed at a number of high‑traffic spots, including the Peniel Green Road motorway junction.
‘We’re using every resource we’ve got’
Cllr Andrew Stevens, Cabinet Member for Environment and Infrastructure, said crews were working flat out to keep up with demand.
“We are using all of our resources to tackle as many of the highway repair requests as possible,” he said.
“Full resurfacing work is being completed at key traffic spots including the motorway junction at Peniel Green Road. Our small resurfacing teams are also out tackling large areas of road that have been impacted by the recent cold and wet weather.”
Part of a wider £300k pothole and resurfacing blitz
The council says the latest work forms part of the £300,000 pothole and resurfacing blitz announced earlier this winter. According to the authority’s early‑February update, teams filled around 960 potholes in January, with repairs running at “around 100 a day” during the coldest weeks. The same update confirmed that full resurfacing had recently been completed on Peniel Green Road at the M4 junction, along with sections of Frampton Road, Carmarthen Road and Ffynone Road in Uplands.
The council said an extra team had been brought in to “speed up and increase the number of repairs”, with more resurfacing schemes scheduled across the city in the coming weeks as the winter programme continues.
£37m proposed for highways and transport
The council’s proposed budget for 20206/27 is due to be discussed by the council’s cabinet on 19 February. This includes a new Economic Growth Fund which according to the council would include an extra £3m for resurfacing and potholes, taking next year’s roads budget to more than £12m within a wider £37m allocation for highways and transport.
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Swansea’s Secret Traitor revealed as real‑life lifesaver who helped woman escape abuse and sex work
Fiona, 62, who was unmasked as the series’ first ever Secret Traitor, worked for Swansea Council as a Local Area Coordinator covering the Brynmill and Uplands area. Her role involved supporting people facing isolation, crisis or vulnerability — and one case in particular has resurfaced following her TV fame.
A chance meeting that changed a life
According to a Swansea Council case study published in 2018, Fiona first met a young woman known as Alice on a bench overlooking the lake at Brynmill Park. The pair had been introduced by a mutual acquaintance who believed Fiona could help.
Alice, then 25, was bright and articulate but struggling with isolation, low confidence and a violent relationship. During one of their regular “talk and walk” meetings in local parks and along the promenade, she disclosed that she had become trapped in sex work.
The council says Fiona spent months getting to know her, helping her identify her strengths and goals, and supporting her to imagine “what a good life looked like”.
A Swansea Council case study said:
“Fiona came into my life when I thought nobody could help me. I felt so ashamed and just didn’t want to go on. I’ll always be grateful for the time she spent with me and thank her from the bottom of my heart.”
Fiona introduced Alice to a Domestic Abuse Support worker, took her to the One Stop Shop in the city centre, and encouraged her to explore voluntary work and education.
By the end of 2018, Alice had left her abusive partner, stopped sex work and enrolled in college. The council says the pair remained in contact.
Fiona’s philosophy: ‘Walk alongside people’
The council’s profile of Fiona paints a picture of a community worker who believed in simple, human connection — often starting with a coffee and a walk.
A Swansea Council case study quoted Fiona saying:
“Sometimes going for a coffee with someone you don’t know — having the warmth and genuine interest from another person — can help you to see options.”
She described her role as “walking alongside people” as they rebuilt confidence, reconnected with their community and worked towards the life they wanted.
Councillor Mark Child, Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing at the time, called Alice’s story “one of the most moving” examples of the Local Area Coordinator scheme.
Fiona Hughes at the centre of the round‑table discussion as tensions rise during her final episode of The Traitors.
(Image: (Image: BBC/Studio Lambert)From council worker to TV favourite
Fiona’s off‑screen work stands in stark contrast to her on‑screen persona as the red‑cloaked Secret Traitor — a twist that made her one of the most memorable players of the series.
Her dramatic confrontation with fellow Traitor Rachel Duffy and subsequent banishment drew huge attention, with more than seven million viewers watching the episode.
But Fiona has insisted the show was “just a bit of fun” compared with the real‑life challenges she faced supporting vulnerable people across Swansea.
She is now retiring from the council after working full‑time since she was 16, but says she will continue volunteering in the community, including with Swansea’s growing Men’s Sheds network.
Fiona Hughes seated in an armchair inside the Traitors castle, with bookcases and wood‑panelled walls behind her.
(Image: BBC/Studio Lambert/Euan Cherry)A brush with police over a ‘burner phone’
Fiona also revealed on the BBC’s Uncloaked aftershow that she was once approached by police after innocently asking a shop for a “burner phone” — having been advised to set up a separate mobile for social media after filming.
The Independent reported that officers later approached her to check the request, leaving the studio audience in stitches when she recounted the mix‑up.
‘You can change somebody’s life by reaching out’
Reflecting on Alice’s story, Fiona told national media she was proud of the young woman’s progress but emphasised that the credit belonged to her.
Fiona Hughes said:
“The lady is very settled now. She has children and is an amazing woman. It’s not my story to tell, but it’s important to remember so many people feel very vulnerable and isolated, but you can change somebody’s life by reaching out.”
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
Swansea’s Secret Traitor Fiona banished after dramatic round table showdown
Fiona’s explosive confrontation with fellow Traitor Rachel made her one of the series’ most talked‑about players.Traitors icon Paul Gorton says he’d pick Swansea’s Fiona Hughes as Secret Traitor
Former finalist Paul Gorton singled out Fiona as the perfect Secret Traitor long before her dramatic reveal.Swansea’s Fiona Hughes climbs early predictions as The Traitors series 4 gets underway
#AliceCaseStudy #Brynmill #BrynmillPark #domesticAbuse #featured #FionaHughes #LocalAreaCoordinator #MenSSheds #SecretTraitor #sexWork #Swansea #SwanseaCouncil #TheTraitors #Uplands
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Brynmill sinkhole finally filled – again – as road reopens this afternoon
Swansea Council confirmed at 3.20pm today (Friday 19 December) that the road is back open following emergency works.
The authority said crews had been “putting the finishing touches” to the repair earlier in the day, after investigations revealed the latest collapse was linked to the earlier fault that has caused repeated disruption in the area.
Final touches underway as crews compact fresh asphalt during Brynmill sinkhole repairs on Brynymor Road.
(Image: Swansea Council)Fresh asphalt marks the latest repair to the Brynmill sinkhole, with cones and caution tape still in place.
(Image: Swansea Council)A spokesperson said the council’s Highways Team will now consider carrying out a geotechnical survey to determine whether further work is needed along the route to prevent more sinkholes from forming.
The reopening comes after a string of closures, diversions and emergency digs that have turned the Brynmill sinkhole into one of Swansea’s most persistent infrastructure sagas.
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
Brynmill sinkhole saga rumbles on as crews dig deep after second collapse
Engineers were forced back on site after a fresh collapse reopened the long‑running sinkhole drama.Brynymor Road shuts again just hours after councillors’ photo‑op
A newly repaired section of road collapsed the same day councillors posed for reopening photos.Brynymor Road reopens after sinkhole drama
The busy Brynmill route reopened following emergency works — but questions remained over the cause.Sinkhole mystery solved as collapse blamed on old manhole
Investigations pointed to a hidden manhole chamber as the culprit behind the sudden road failure.Council investigates possible mine link to Brynmor Crescent sinkhole
Historic mine workings were examined as a potential factor in the recurring collapses.Brynymor Road sinkhole ‘larger than expected’, says councillor
Councillors warned the damage beneath the surface was more extensive than first thought.Sinkhole forces road closure in Swansea’s Bryn‑y‑Mor Road
#Brynmill #BrynymorCrescent #BrynymorRoad #geotechnicalSurvey #roadClosure #Sinkhole #SwanseaCouncil #Uplands
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Brynmill sinkhole saga rumbles on — crews dig deep after second collapse
This morning we revealed how the street had collapsed again, forcing a fresh closure between Westbury Street and Eaton Crescent. Heavy machinery and barriers are now back in place as engineers work to stabilise the site.
From November shock to December drama
The saga began on 22 November, when a sudden collapse forced the closure of Brynymor Road. What at first looked like a small hole quickly grew into a major headache, with councillors warning the damage was larger than expected.
Investigations followed, with engineers probing whether old mine workings beneath the Crescent were to blame. For weeks, the mystery deepened as crews dug into the road surface, trying to uncover the cause.
By mid‑December, the answer finally came: the collapse was traced back to an old manhole chamber hidden beneath the tarmac. With the mystery solved, hopes rose that the road could reopen before Christmas.
On 17 December, councillors gathered for a photo call to mark the reopening, praising the swift repair and celebrating the return of traffic to one of Brynmill’s busiest streets.
Collapse number two
But the celebrations didn’t last long. Within hours, a second sinkhole appeared nearby, plunging the street back into disruption and forcing crews to return with diggers and trucks.
A Swansea Council spokesperson said:
“Our highways maintenance teams are at the site of a second sinkhole on Brynymor Road. We are doing all we can to repair as quickly as possible and reopen the road.”
They added:
“The road is closed between Westbury Street and Eaton Crescent. Brynymor Road between King Edward Road and St Helens Road remains open to motorists who are visiting local businesses in the area. Apologies for any inconvenience this is causing.”
Images from the scene
Photos taken Thursday show crews in high‑vis jackets operating diggers and trucks, excavating the collapsed section and cordoning off the street with barriers. The fresh hole exposes layers of asphalt and soil, as engineers work to stabilise the site.
Digging deep: excavator and highways team tackle the collapsed section of Brynymor Road.
(Image: Swansea Council)Fresh collapse: excavator lifts debris from the newly formed Brynymor Road sinkhole.
(Image: Swansea Council)Excavation in progress: crews dig into the collapsed section of Brynymor Road.
(Image: Swansea Council)Emergency response: highways team works to stabilise Brynymor Road after second sinkhole
(Image: Swansea Council) #Brynmill #BrynymorCrescent #BrynymorRoad #EatonCrescent #KingEdwardRoad #Sinkhole #StHelensRoad #SwanseaCouncil #Uplands #WestburyStreet -
Brynymor Road sinkhole shuts street again just hours after councillors’ photo‑op
A new hole has appeared on Brynymor Road, close to the junction with Westbury Street and King Edward Road, just inches from the section that was patched earlier this month. The collapse has reignited safety fears and left residents asking how long the street can stay open before the ground gives way again.
From ribbon‑cutting smiles to flashing blue lights
On Tuesday, councillors marked the reopening with photo‑ops at the repaired site. By Wednesday, cones and flashing police lights were back, sealing off the street as crews scrambled to respond to the fresh failure.
Cllr Peter May gives the thumbs up on Brynymor Road after sinkhole repairs reopened the busy Uplands route.Council cabinet member Andrew Stevens poses beside the freshly repaired section of Brynymor Road, following emergency works to fill a sinkhole that forced the street’s closure earlier this month.
(Image: Swansea Council)Local resident George Hawkins snapped the scene and posted it to Facebook with a single emoji caption: 💀 — a blunt verdict on the repair job.
Closed earlier this month, closed again now
The road was first shut earlier this month when a large sinkhole appeared, sparking emergency works. After days of disruption, the street was reopened — only for a second collapse to follow within hours, forcing another closure and raising questions about whether deeper structural issues are being missed.
Council pressed for answers
Swansea Council has been approached for comment on the recurrence and whether further investigations will now be carried out. For now, residents are left wondering if the authority is really looking into it.
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Brynymor Road reopens after sinkhole drama
Road back in action
The busy route was shut after a gaping hole appeared near Brynymor Crescent, sparking fears of underground mine workings and leaving businesses counting the cost of lost footfall.
Investigations have now confirmed the fault was caused by an old manhole collapsing beneath the surface. Swansea Council’s highways maintenance teams have carried out repairs, allowing traffic to return just in time for the Christmas rush.
Andrew Stevens, Cabinet Member for Environment and Infrastructure, said: “The sinkhole resulted in the council needing to implement a full road closure while we investigated the causes. Our highways maintenance teams have done an excellent job, repairing the road as quickly as they have. This should be great news for local businesses, residents and motorists who regularly use this route.”
Councillors welcome swift action
Uplands Party councillors praised the council’s response but acknowledged the disruption.
Cllr Peter May said: “I would like to thank the council teams for their prompt investigation work and repair on this. When a sinkhole opens, there are a lot of unknowns to examine before any repair can be carried out. It has certainly had an impact on the local area.”
Cllr Stuart Rice added: “We have been working with local traders on Brynymor Road to try and mitigate the effect that the sinkhole had on footfall. Hopefully it will now be business as usual again for them in the crucial run up to Christmas.”
From mystery to repair
The sinkhole saga gripped the Uplands for weeks, with speculation about possible mine links and councillors warning the collapse was larger than first thought. Swansea Bay News reported extensively on the closure, from the initial shock to the investigation and the promise of repairs before Christmas.
Now, with the road back open, attention turns to recovery for local businesses and reassurance for residents who watched a key city route vanish beneath their feet.
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The initial shock closure that disrupted traffic and businesses in the Uplands.#BrynymorCrescent #BrynymorRoad #CllrAndrewStevens #CllrPeterMay #CllrStuartRice #roadClosure #Sinkhole #SwanseaCouncil #SwanseaSinkhole #Uplands
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Sinkhole mystery solved: Brynymor Crescent collapse blamed on old manhole – road could reopen before Christmas
Contractors have now completed investigations and confirmed the cause of the collapse was an ageing underground structure that had gone unnoticed beneath the tarmac. Backfilling began yesterday, and resurfacing is due to start next week.
If the weather holds, the road could reopen before Christmas – though heavy rain forecast for Monday and Tuesday may cause delays.
The update marks a turning point in a saga that began in late November, when a sudden collapse forced the closure of Brynymor Crescent and sparked speculation about historic mine shafts beneath the area.
Earlier reports suggested the sinkhole was “larger than expected” and potentially linked to old workings — but the latest findings rule that out.
Cllr Peter May said:
“The team have established that the cause of collapse was an old manhole beneath the road surface. This has now been dealt with and contractors began backfilling yesterday, with resurfacing to begin next week.”
Pending no unforeseen issues, the road should be open by the end of next week — or earlier if possible.
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Officials explore whether historic mine workings could be behind the Brynymor Crescent collapse.#BrynymorCrescent #BrynymorRoad #CllrPeterMay #manhole #roadClosure #Sinkhole #Uplands
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Council investigates possible mine link to Brynymor Crescent sinkhole
Correspondence shared by Uplands councillor Peter May reveals that mining records show a historic mine feature located approximately 100–150 metres north of the collapse site. The council is now contacting the Coal Authority for detailed plans and considering a full geotechnical survey to check for other voids in the area.
Void under road larger than first thought
The latest update follows a site meeting between council officers and Dŵr Cymru, where a void of at least 8 metres in length or depth was discovered beneath the road surface.
According to the council’s internal note, the void is not linked to a previous water leak but may have caused the leak that was repaired last week. The ground remains unstable, and Heras fencing has been installed to prevent access.
A camera survey is scheduled for tomorrow morning to assess the full extent of the damage.
Road closure and safety measures
Brynymor Crescent remains closed, and a full diversion route is being arranged. The void is located around 10 metres from the nearest properties, and while there is currently no immediate risk to residents, the council says it will know more once survey results are available.
Cllr May has been sharing updates via social media and said he would continue to keep residents informed as investigations progress.
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Follow‑up coverage as Cllr Peter May warned the void was more extensive than first thought.#brynymorCrescent #brynymorRoad #coalAuthority #mineWorks #peterMay #roadClosure #sinkhole #swanseaCouncil #swanseaSinkhole #uplands
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Brynymor Road sinkhole larger than expected, says councillor
The sinkhole that forced the closure of Brynymor Road in Swansea last week is “significantly larger than first anticipated,” according to Uplands councillor Peter May, who shared an update on social media after meeting with Welsh Water engineers.
Cllr May said the company had accepted liability for the collapse, which is believed to have been caused by a major leak just above the affected area. That leak was repaired last week, but engineers are still working to assess the full extent of the damage beneath the surface.
Excavation underway at the Brynymor Road sinkhole site. Engineers are working to assess and repair the damage.“The hole is significantly larger than first anticipated,” he wrote, “and when I left site they were still trying to find the extent of the void under the road.” Based on surface cracking, the damage could stretch around three metres wide, five to six metres long, and just over one metre deep.
Welsh Water plans to excavate the area fully, backfill it with new material, and reinstate the carriageway. While repairs were initially hoped to be completed by Thursday evening, Cllr May said that timeline was “somewhat optimistic” and that a Friday reopening was more likely.
“There was a significant leak just above the sinkhole which was repaired last week,” he added. “Welsh Water agree that this has in all probability caused the collapse.”
Council investigation continues
Swansea Council last issued an update on 24 November, confirming that highways teams had begun investigating the cause of the sinkhole, which appeared at the junction of Brynymor Road and Westbury Street.
The council said the road would be reinstated once the investigation was complete and the area made safe. In the meantime, Brynymor Road remains closed to traffic between Westbury Street and Eaton Crescent. Westbury Street itself is open, but there is no access onto Brynymor Road from that junction. The section of Brynymor Road between St Helen’s Road and King Edward Road remains open to traffic.
#brynymorCrescent #brynymorRoad #eatonCrescent #kingEdwardRoad #roadClosure #sinkhole #stHelensRoad #swansea #swanseaCouncil #uplands #welshWater #westburyStreet
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Police release CCTV images after damage to BrewStone signage
The incident took place between 3:00am and 3:05am on Sunday 19 October, outside the popular bar and restaurant on Uplands Crescent. Police say the venue’s outdoor signage was damaged, and they are appealing for information to help identify two individuals captured on CCTV.
One man is seen inside the venue wearing a white shirt, blue tie, beige trousers and brown shoes, holding a drink. The second is pictured outside on a leaf-covered pavement, wearing a light blue jacket over a white shirt, blue jeans and dark shoes.
Business raised concerns weeks earlier
The venue first addressed the incident in a Facebook post published on 20 October, describing the behaviour as “creative” but costly.
“To the two late-night fitness enthusiasts spotted outside BrewStone… we couldn’t help but notice you’ve found a creative new use for our outdoor signage — as both a pull-up bar and a punch bag,” the post read.
“As an independent business, repairs like this are costly and we’d really appreciate your help putting things right.”
At the time, BrewStone said it hoped to resolve the matter directly, but police have now released images and a reference number as part of a wider appeal for information.
How to contact police
Anyone who recognises the individuals or has information is asked to contact South Wales Police, quoting reference 2500334323:
- 💻 Online: https://bit.ly/SWPProvideInfo
- 📞 Call: 101
- 🕵️ To remain anonymous: Contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org
#brewstone #cctv #criminalDamage #southWalesPolice #uplands #uplandsCrescent
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Uplands Market highlighted in new ‘pedestrian pound’ report
The Pedestrian Pound is published by Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking, and shows that investing in better streets and places for walking and wheeling delivers quantifiable commercial returns.
Data shows that pedestrians spend more money than people arriving by car, and pedestrianised town centres have higher footfall.
Living Streets say that this is particularly relevant for Swansea, where the city centre has experienced a decline in footfall in recent years, despite recovering well from the pandemic. 23 per cent of high street services are vacant, and fewer visitors are coming from outside the city.
One of the case studies in the report is Uplands Market, a social enterprise founded by Urban Foundry. The market has transformed Gwydr Square, a side road just off the main street in Uplands, into a traffic-free space for people by temporarily removing a handful of parking spaces for a few hours each month. The market has improved the local economy and encouraged more walking in the neighbourhood.
The first Uplands Market was held in July 2013. Apart from the pandemic, the market has been held on every last Saturday of the month ever since, providing retail space for independent producers of high-quality, locally-made food, drink and craft items.
AdvertisementFootfall at Uplands Market is weather dependent but there can be over 3,000 people on warm sunny days – far more than in the area on a usual Saturday morning. It has been ranked as one of the top ten street markets in the UK by The Daily Telegraph and has twice been runner-up in The Observer Food Monthly awards.
The market intentionally doesn’t offer refreshments, and some local businesses offer special market day deals, helping to support local cafes and shops by bringing increased trade on market day.
In 2018, a survey with about 300 visitors at Uplands Market and its sister market in the marina found that 67 per cent of people had specifically been attracted by the markets and a fifth of people also spent money in surrounding local businesses, typically spending in the region of £10 to £25. Additionally, 77 per cent thought the market had given them a more positive view of the Uplands area. Anecdotally, many people originally attracted by the market now also shop in Uplands on non-market days.
The majority of people in Wales (57%) walk for travel purposes more than once a week2, but charity Living Streets says more needs to be done to integrate walking with public transport and make places more attractive for pedestrians.
Catherine Woodhead, Chief Executive, Living Streets said: “Many high streets in Wales are struggling, so it’s heartening to see how Uplands Market in Swansea has been so successful for the local economy – and a real asset for those who live in the area.
Advertisement“The Pedestrian Pound proves that making high streets and town centres into spaces where people can walk and wheel increases time – and money – spent in those businesses. Uplands Market is a great example of how creating accessible and attractive public spaces can help to bring communities together.”
Tara Tarapetian, Director of Urban Foundry, said: “Uplands Market has been a great addition to Uplands as a community. It’s taken what would have been a car-dominated space and made it more pedestrian-friendly. Walking and wheeling have been brilliant for the local community and people visiting the market often go on to shop at local businesses in the area.”
Rana Verma owns Babita’s Spice, which trades at Uplands Market, with his wife. He said: “The market is a very social experience for many people, and they can come and shop at a leisurely pace. We find that people feel a lot more comfortable bringing their children, their pets, their toddlers in prams, and the fact that there’s no traffic just make that logistically a lot more straightforward.”
#Business #LivingStreets #market #retail #Swansea #Uplands #UplandsMarket
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Uplands Market highlighted in new ‘pedestrian pound’ report
The Pedestrian Pound is published by Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking, and shows that investing in better streets and places for walking and wheeling delivers quantifiable commercial returns.
Data shows that pedestrians spend more money than people arriving by car, and pedestrianised town centres have higher footfall.
Living Streets say that this is particularly relevant for Swansea, where the city centre has experienced a decline in footfall in recent years, despite recovering well from the pandemic. 23 per cent of high street services are vacant, and fewer visitors are coming from outside the city.
One of the case studies in the report is Uplands Market, a social enterprise founded by Urban Foundry. The market has transformed Gwydr Square, a side road just off the main street in Uplands, into a traffic-free space for people by temporarily removing a handful of parking spaces for a few hours each month. The market has improved the local economy and encouraged more walking in the neighbourhood.
The first Uplands Market was held in July 2013. Apart from the pandemic, the market has been held on every last Saturday of the month ever since, providing retail space for independent producers of high-quality, locally-made food, drink and craft items.
AdvertisementFootfall at Uplands Market is weather dependent but there can be over 3,000 people on warm sunny days – far more than in the area on a usual Saturday morning. It has been ranked as one of the top ten street markets in the UK by The Daily Telegraph and has twice been runner-up in The Observer Food Monthly awards.
The market intentionally doesn’t offer refreshments, and some local businesses offer special market day deals, helping to support local cafes and shops by bringing increased trade on market day.
In 2018, a survey with about 300 visitors at Uplands Market and its sister market in the marina found that 67 per cent of people had specifically been attracted by the markets and a fifth of people also spent money in surrounding local businesses, typically spending in the region of £10 to £25. Additionally, 77 per cent thought the market had given them a more positive view of the Uplands area. Anecdotally, many people originally attracted by the market now also shop in Uplands on non-market days.
The majority of people in Wales (57%) walk for travel purposes more than once a week2, but charity Living Streets says more needs to be done to integrate walking with public transport and make places more attractive for pedestrians.
Catherine Woodhead, Chief Executive, Living Streets said: “Many high streets in Wales are struggling, so it’s heartening to see how Uplands Market in Swansea has been so successful for the local economy – and a real asset for those who live in the area.
Advertisement“The Pedestrian Pound proves that making high streets and town centres into spaces where people can walk and wheel increases time – and money – spent in those businesses. Uplands Market is a great example of how creating accessible and attractive public spaces can help to bring communities together.”
Tara Tarapetian, Director of Urban Foundry, said: “Uplands Market has been a great addition to Uplands as a community. It’s taken what would have been a car-dominated space and made it more pedestrian-friendly. Walking and wheeling have been brilliant for the local community and people visiting the market often go on to shop at local businesses in the area.”
Rana Verma owns Babita’s Spice, which trades at Uplands Market, with his wife. He said: “The market is a very social experience for many people, and they can come and shop at a leisurely pace. We find that people feel a lot more comfortable bringing their children, their pets, their toddlers in prams, and the fact that there’s no traffic just make that logistically a lot more straightforward.”
#Business #LivingStreets #market #retail #Swansea #Uplands #UplandsMarket
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Uplands Market highlighted in new ‘pedestrian pound’ report
The Pedestrian Pound is published by Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking, and shows that investing in better streets and places for walking and wheeling delivers quantifiable commercial returns.
Data shows that pedestrians spend more money than people arriving by car, and pedestrianised town centres have higher footfall.
Living Streets say that this is particularly relevant for Swansea, where the city centre has experienced a decline in footfall in recent years, despite recovering well from the pandemic. 23 per cent of high street services are vacant, and fewer visitors are coming from outside the city.
One of the case studies in the report is Uplands Market, a social enterprise founded by Urban Foundry. The market has transformed Gwydr Square, a side road just off the main street in Uplands, into a traffic-free space for people by temporarily removing a handful of parking spaces for a few hours each month. The market has improved the local economy and encouraged more walking in the neighbourhood.
The first Uplands Market was held in July 2013. Apart from the pandemic, the market has been held on every last Saturday of the month ever since, providing retail space for independent producers of high-quality, locally-made food, drink and craft items.
AdvertisementFootfall at Uplands Market is weather dependent but there can be over 3,000 people on warm sunny days – far more than in the area on a usual Saturday morning. It has been ranked as one of the top ten street markets in the UK by The Daily Telegraph and has twice been runner-up in The Observer Food Monthly awards.
The market intentionally doesn’t offer refreshments, and some local businesses offer special market day deals, helping to support local cafes and shops by bringing increased trade on market day.
In 2018, a survey with about 300 visitors at Uplands Market and its sister market in the marina found that 67 per cent of people had specifically been attracted by the markets and a fifth of people also spent money in surrounding local businesses, typically spending in the region of £10 to £25. Additionally, 77 per cent thought the market had given them a more positive view of the Uplands area. Anecdotally, many people originally attracted by the market now also shop in Uplands on non-market days.
The majority of people in Wales (57%) walk for travel purposes more than once a week2, but charity Living Streets says more needs to be done to integrate walking with public transport and make places more attractive for pedestrians.
Catherine Woodhead, Chief Executive, Living Streets said: “Many high streets in Wales are struggling, so it’s heartening to see how Uplands Market in Swansea has been so successful for the local economy – and a real asset for those who live in the area.
Advertisement“The Pedestrian Pound proves that making high streets and town centres into spaces where people can walk and wheel increases time – and money – spent in those businesses. Uplands Market is a great example of how creating accessible and attractive public spaces can help to bring communities together.”
Tara Tarapetian, Director of Urban Foundry, said: “Uplands Market has been a great addition to Uplands as a community. It’s taken what would have been a car-dominated space and made it more pedestrian-friendly. Walking and wheeling have been brilliant for the local community and people visiting the market often go on to shop at local businesses in the area.”
Rana Verma owns Babita’s Spice, which trades at Uplands Market, with his wife. He said: “The market is a very social experience for many people, and they can come and shop at a leisurely pace. We find that people feel a lot more comfortable bringing their children, their pets, their toddlers in prams, and the fact that there’s no traffic just make that logistically a lot more straightforward.”
#Business #LivingStreets #market #retail #Swansea #Uplands #UplandsMarket
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I haven’t posted on here a for a while so lets make a fresh start with one of my latest articles on #Northwestnatureandhistory which looks at the Golden Plover #Ornithology, #Uplands, #Moors, #autumn, #nature, #conservation, #waders, #Lancashire, #Forestofbowland, #Pennines https://northwestnatureandhistory.wordpress.com/2023/09/18/golden-plover/
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UKH Articles - Missing #Wildlife - Lost Species That #ReWilding Could Return to Britain's Hills
‘The #UK has some of the lowest #biodiversity on earth, and most of our #uplands are ecologically barren. But it doesn't have to be this way. So what animals are missing, and how might the #landscape familiar to climbers and walkers change if they returned?’ Sarah Ryan
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UKH Articles - Missing #Wildlife - Lost Species That #ReWilding Could Return to Britain's Hills
‘The #UK has some of the lowest #biodiversity on earth, and most of our #uplands are ecologically barren. But it doesn't have to be this way. So what animals are missing, and how might the #landscape familiar to climbers and walkers change if they returned?’ Sarah Ryan
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UKH Articles - Missing #Wildlife - Lost Species That #ReWilding Could Return to Britain's Hills
‘The #UK has some of the lowest #biodiversity on earth, and most of our #uplands are ecologically barren. But it doesn't have to be this way. So what animals are missing, and how might the #landscape familiar to climbers and walkers change if they returned?’ Sarah Ryan
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UKH Articles - Missing #Wildlife - Lost Species That #ReWilding Could Return to Britain's Hills
‘The #UK has some of the lowest #biodiversity on earth, and most of our #uplands are ecologically barren. But it doesn't have to be this way. So what animals are missing, and how might the #landscape familiar to climbers and walkers change if they returned?’ Sarah Ryan
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UKH Articles - Missing #Wildlife - Lost Species That #ReWilding Could Return to Britain's Hills
‘The #UK has some of the lowest #biodiversity on earth, and most of our #uplands are ecologically barren. But it doesn't have to be this way. So what animals are missing, and how might the #landscape familiar to climbers and walkers change if they returned?’ Sarah Ryan
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A selection of my recent media activities can be accessed from here
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A selection of my recent media activities can be accessed from here
https://muckrack.com/davy-mccracken-1
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OnlineFirst - "‘They’re part of what we are’: Interspecies belonging, animal life and farming practice on the Isle of Skye" by Tom Fry:
@CamUniGeography @UEcologies #farming #uplands #subjectivity #rewilding #conservation #morethanhuman #politicalecology
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