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BETTER VALE, BETTER LIFE
Why Vale Life? I thought I’d let you all know how Vale Life came about, as this is something we’re asked very often. Mark and I were out with friends one evening having a quiet drink and a catch up.
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WHATEVER THE WEATHER!
We’ve received many letters from readers wanting to know a bit more about Derek Brockway after reading his new book Whatever the Weather. We met up with
him and got to find out a little more.
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HIGH STREET & BROAD STREET
“The High Street is striving to create a premium shopping centre for Barry and I believe that this is being achieved with a friendly and professional group
of traders offering a first class service and I’m proud to be one of them.” click here for more |
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A BRYL BOUTIQUE
Ann Bryl tells us, “Retail is my life.” So we popped down to High Street in Barry to see just what exactly makes...
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SOLD
Nina Chivers, of Nina’s Estate Agents, Barry is setting the estate agency world alight. Vale Life surveys the situation...
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JANE HUTT
We recently caught up with Jane Hutt, AM for the Vale of Glamorgan. Jane is Minister for Children, Education,
Lifelong Learning & Skills who lives and breathes what she believes in.
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FROM THE CHEF’S TABLE
Georg Fuchs, owner and chef at Illtud’s 216 in Llantwit Major, shares his family recipe for apple strudel - you really must try this at home!
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IN VINO VERITAS
If you’re anything like me, you’ll be delighted that winter has gone and Spring is well under way. Not only does it mean longer evenings and the promise of sitting
outside with a glass of wine or two but...
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EXPOSURE
Continuing our Exposure series, this issue we chat to Kate Barnard of Cowbridge who tells us a little about her life and passion for photography.
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LEEKES YOU’RE HOME
Interior Design Sales and Operations Manager, Dawn
Llewellyn Jones of Leekes, Llantrisant talks to Vale Life
about the job she loves and design trends for this
coming season.
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ANYTHING GOES...
There’s never been a better time just to be you and enjoy your home. Wendy Darke, designer at Design Inspiration in Pontyclun tells us...
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ROOM FOR LIVING
“They pride themselves on having the best products with unsurpassed quality that really set out the Miele
difference.”
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LIVING AT THE EDGE
The prestigious and luxury development of Waters Edge on The Knap, Barry has opened the doors of its exclusive new show apartment in the Vale of Glamorgan.
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CONTEMPORARY LIVING
Brocastle Manor’s exclusive development of luxury apartments and houses offers superior accommodation for those with time to enjoy life.
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DOWN TO EARTH
Deborah Cox is a down to earth interior designer specialising in soft furnishings. Originally hailing from Herefordshire, she recently moved from London to
Cowbridge - the countryside was calling!
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THE FAIREST OF THE RARE
Fonmon Castle was originally built around 1180 and it must be presumed that some form of garden was commenced from that time to help supplement the diet of the owners, their families and staff.
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CARP LIFE!
Richsrd Bennewith, an enthusiastic angler from Llantrisant has breathed new life into one of Cardiff’s lakes by opening it as a first-class fishery for the South Wales angling community.
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LOVE BOOTS? LOVE BLUSHBABY!
Juli Beynon continues to keep up with current
trends by stocking the stylish Love boots made popular by A List celeb Sienna Miller... but there’s even more to love about Blushbaby.
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SUN KISSED!
Llantwit Major has a reputation for being pretty laid back. One of the reasons may be due, in no small part, to a wonderful salon on East Street that goes
by the name of...
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LIFE COVER
Jenny Wren’s dramatic jewellery had to really sparkle for the cover of our Spring/Summer issue of Vale Life and Martin Phillips Photography was the perfect choice.
Martin’s innovative style and professional...
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THE FUTURE’S BRIGHT...
With revolutionary new treatments, you could have the smile of your dreams. We chat with Dr. Peter Murray of James Hull.
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FROM LITTLE ACORNS...
Vale resident Nic Morgan of Oakmasters talks to
Vale Life about his grand designs and passion for all
things oak.
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MANOR FROM HEAVEN
When you turn off the link road from the motorway, turn left and drive down the winding road, cross
a small bridge and through the trees you get your first glimpse of the impressive façade.
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CELEBRATE WITH US!
St Donats is one of the most amazing and unique locations in Wales and a perfect location to celebrate
your wedding. Elspeth Harding of Penarth tells Vale Life about her special day.
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ROMAN HOLIDAY
Whilst Cardiff is an amazing city for shoppers and a mecca for tourists, it’s nice to visit other cities to see what they have to offer. With a shopaholic and culture vulture to please, Bath delivers on all counts.
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INTO THE LIGHT
If anyone asks me where I like to take a short break, I’d have no hesitation in recommending St Ives in Cornwall.
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FROM ATACAMA TO MACHU PICCHU...
In our third instalment of Bernard and Marian Owen’s intrepid adventures in South America we join them on the journey to Machu Picchu.
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DIVINE CREATION
Following the success of their salon in City Road,
Cardiff, Creation recently launched their stylish, new concept salon in Penarth. Vale Life paid them a visit to find out the secrets of their success.
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PENARTH
“I feel very privileged to be able to live here in Penarth, the jewel in the Vale’s crown. We have a very vibrant shopping centre, a pier, a marina and beautiful peaceful parks in which to enjoy a pleasant walk.”
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HAMPTONS AT HOME
The new spring collection at Hamptons will convince
those doubting Thomases that you don’t have to go
to London to find the latest in high design.
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VIRTUAL REALITY
If you’re thinking about starting your own business, the Business Centre’s Virtual Office package could be just the thing you need to get your business off the ground. click here for more |
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ERGO
Two of Wales’ most dynamic law firms are joining forces as Cardiff based Ergo and Mansfield Fellowes announce their merger. We talk to Vale resident Emma del Torto, an employment solicitor and Head of Employment...
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NETWORKING OR NOT WORKING...?
Anyone who’s in business will tell you it’s not what you know but who you know. Here at Vale Life, we couldn’t agree more!
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4NETWORKING
Vale Life chatted to Managing Director of 4Networking, Brad Burton, to find out a little more about the organisation and its future plans.
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PENARTH PROMENADE
Year eleven pupils of Westbourne School, Penarth organised a fashion show in support of the children’s charity Ty Hafan.
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SOCIAL LIFE
Welcome to Vale Life magazine’s Social Life section, a veritable who’s who of the Vale of Glamorgan.
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CATWALK COWBRIDGE
The Cowbridge Fashion Show is fast becoming legendary, and this year’s event really rocked! Vale Life went behind the scenes to meet the stars of the show and see how it’s done.
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THE LAST WORD
Matrimonial and family law solicitor, Hannah Magee who lives in Cowbridge and works for Howells Solicitors, tells us what she loves about living in the Vale.
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