Swansea Bay introduces British Art Show 10 Swansea Bay is emerging as one of the UK’s most rewarding cultural escapes, home to the birthplace of literary legend Dylan Thomas, award-winning museums and galleries, and a thriving arts scene. Next year will mark a landmark moment for Swansea’s cultural scene as the city welcomes the British Art Show 10: A Chorus of Strangers for the first time. As the only Welsh destination selected to host the UK’s largest recurring exhibition of contemporary art, Swansea will join a prestigious line-up of cities that have staged the nationally renowned showcase. Running from 12th February to 16th May 2027, the exhibition will bring works by some of the UK’s most exciting contemporary artists to venues across the city, including the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery, Elysium Gallery, Mission Gallery, GS Artists, and Swansea Museum, firmly placing Swansea in the national cultural spotlight. Swansea Bay offers visitors the chance to discover world-class culture against the backdrop of one of Britain’s most spectacular coastlines. visitswanseabay.com PENMAENUCHAF COMPLETES TRANSFORMATION Set beneath the slopes of Cadair Idris and overlooking the Mawddach Estuary, Penmaenuchaf has completed a four-year transformation reimagining the historic country house as one of Wales’ most distinctive luxury retreats. Shaped by the Welsh concept of hiraeth, a deep emotional connection to a place and a longing for somewhere that feels like home, the refurbishment was created in collaboration with interior designer Nicola Harding, and marries Welsh landscape, craftsmanship and storytelling across all 14 bedrooms and the hotel’s shared spaces. The final phase of the project sees five bedrooms that have been individually redesigned and named after Welsh landscapes, historical figures and mythology - Meirionnydd, Ogwen, Cregennan, Glyndŵr and Rhiannon each tell their own story through carefully selected furnishings, layered textiles and hand-crafted details. Among them is a new master suite with a private balcony overlooking the gardens, while Ogwen (pictured) features a private outdoor terrace with a copper spa bath, offering uninterrupted views across the surrounding landscape. Drawing inspiration from the Victorian character of the house, the landscapes of Eryri and Wales’ rich craft traditions, the interiors have evolved through layers of colour, texture and craftsmanship to create spaces that feel deeply rooted in place. The refurbishment has also introduced a collection of new spaces. The new Music Room retains its original oak panelling and Victorian anaglypta ceiling, creating a richly atmospheric setting for evenings beside the fire accompanied by a curated vinyl collection. The Morning Room offers a light space overlooking the gardens, while an adjoining library, decorated in burgundy tones, provides a quiet retreat for reading. Developed in collaboration with Penrallt Gallery Bookshop in Machynlleth, the book shelves explore Welsh history and culture. Afon Restaurant, named after the Welsh word for river, takes inspiration from the Afon Mawddach and estuary that unfold below the house. A tented ceiling in deep green-blue fabric reflects the changing colours of water, light and landscape, creating a softer, more intimate atmosphere that complements head chef Dan Andrée’s seasonal approach to cooking. Here, Welsh produce and the flavours of North Wales remain at the heart of the dining experience. penmaenuchaf.co.uk Read more online at yoursouthwales.wedding NEWS Nearlywed All the latest from the regions 6
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