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IN WITH THE NEW
We take a look at what's new in
Cowbridge and Pontyclun
The villages of Cowbridge and Pontyclun are only six miles apart and with plenty of things on both High Streets to investigate and keep you occupied, you'll find that there's plenty enough in both destinations to explore in a day.
Cowbridge
The historic market town of Cowbridge is a community that mixes a traditional community with all modern amenities and, of course, plenty of fine shops and eateries. All this combines to make it a 'must visit' destination to while away an hour or two. You'll find everything from hotels to haberdasheries; children's clothes to chemists and interiors to tailoring services.
Pontyclun
Only 5 minutes from the M4, the village of Pontyclun and neighbouring Talbot Green and Llantrisant makes for a worthwhile day out. Easy road access to Cardiff and the Vale and a mainline rail link connects Pontyclun to Cardiff.
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Betty and Jack
Tucked away off the High Street in Cowbridge is one of the cutest shops for finding designer and pre-loved children's clothes at discounted prices for boys and girls aged newborn to 12 years.
Betty and Jack opened just four months ago to bring quality brands that your children will love to snuggle into, such as the exclusive Poppy & Ned London in luxurious cashmere and the purest cotton.
Little Miss Sophie is a quirky collection made entirely from Norwegian fabrics and is available in the UK only at Betty and Jack.
They recognise how quickly children grow out of clothes and therefore take in pre-loved, excellent condition garments and sell them alongside the new brands, which appeals to anyone who has to invest in clothes that will be worn a few times.
A selection of locally crafted baby gifts, pre-walker booties, pumps and wellies are available and there is an area where children can play to their heart's content with books and crayons. It's amazing what's been done in such a small space - you'll love it.
Betty and Jack
27 High St (near Greggs Bakery) Cowbridge CF71 7AE
01446 772 184 |
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Goldie’s
Goldie Llewellyn is a professional seamstress offering a tailoring and alterations service from her studio in Cowbridge's Penny Lane.
She specialises in the repair and alteration of leather garments, and her number is definitely one to keep in your address book. Goldie believes in breathing new life into clothes with the minimum of fuss and expense and she is really a true gem of a find. She will undertake jobs such as shortening and lengthening of hems, repair and replacement of linings in coats and reworking garments so that they fit properly. Open Mon to Thurs 12 - 5pm.
No 1. Suite 4, Brittania House
Penny Lane, Cowbridge CF71 7EG
07796 950909 |
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La Mercerie
Knitting is back! Not that it ever went out, but now this classic hobby is popular with people who are keen to learn new skills, adapt to economic changes and create unique hand-made garments.
La Mercerie is a welcome presence in Cowbridge for its haberdashery supplies, and in particular knitting yarns. You'll find a fabulous array of the finest silk, wool, cashmere and alpaca yarns, as well as cotton and eco fibres. Browse patterns and stylish knitwear designs or join the weekly Wednesday night Knitting Group to share ideas and expertise or improve your skills.
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The House in Town
News is that The House in Town in Pontyclun is set to be the talk of the town.
This ladies' boutique debuts in April and promises to offer unique one-off pieces from up-and-coming designers, and well known mid-range boutique brand names such as Traffic People, Lovestruck and Cushh. Find the latest catwalk styles from cute and sassy party dresses to glamorous and feminine clothing and a range of handpicked accessories and jewellery. Expect eccentric pop-arty detailing on the frame box handbags by Helen Rochfort and something to suit all fashion trend-setters and women with style know-how!
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