November 2022

Welcome to your November members' e-news update.

Energy bill relief scheme: Help for businesses and other non-domestic customers

A new 6 month scheme for businesses and other non-domestic energy users has been announced, to offer comparable support as is being provided for domestic consumers.


After this initial 6 month scheme, the government will provide ongoing focused support for vulnerable industries. There will be a review in 3 months’ time to consider where this should be targeted to make sure those most in need get support.

>> Read more

Visit Wales marketing industry update: post-event resources now available

On 13 October 2022, Visit Wales hosted an online session for the tourism industry which included updates on:


  • Autumn and Winter consumer campaigns
  • Themed Year for 2023
  • Travel Trade and Business Events activity
  • World Cup activity
  • Consumer audiences being targeted over the next 6 months


Information from the session is now available including:



  • A recording of the online industry event - Visit Wales marketing update 
  • Marketing presentations (PDF)
  • Useful links from the session


Take a look on Visit Wales marketing industry update Oct 2022 | Business Wales (gov.wales) – and be sure to check back for the Year of Trails 2023 Industry Guide, which will be available shortly.

Tourism Exchange Great Britain (TXGB)

Thank you for all the support we've had for our 'Introducing...' series of online booking system webinars.


Earlier this month we welcomed Dan from TXGB to talk to members about what TXGB is and how their booking system, TXLoad, works. You'll be hearing much more about TXGB over the coming weeks and months as more and more businesses in Wales - accommodation and non-accommodation - use this platform.


Don't worry if you weren't able to make it, the recording is available here:

>> Watch webinar

Welcome new MWT members

Chillderness


Hidden away in remote corners of the Chillderness Red Kite Estate in the Cambrian Mountains, are four super-cool, off-grid glamping pods. The two Conkers (Earth Conker and Moon Conker) are insulated, all year round glamping pods. The forest by the river enfolds the two Tree Tents (Dragon’s Egg and Ynys Affalon), suspended in the canopy with treetop kitchens and outdoor bathing.


Red Kite Barn is a chic, contemporary barn conversion, also on the Red Kite Estate. A year-round retreat; the ideal base for bracing walks in the hills or forests, watching red kites soaring above the canopy, wild ponies and pigs foraging the hills before returning home to the log fire and home cinema.

Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park


Named for its spectacular views across to Cardigan Island just 200 metres off-shore, this unique Farm Park which also overlooks the Teifi estuary and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, is located on a picturesque headland in the southern part of Cardigan Bay. 


A small, family-owned campsite is located on part of the farm adjacent to Cardigan Island Coastal Farm Park.


Nant y Walch Barn


Nant y Walch Barn near Llanwrtyd Wells provides an affordable venue space for community groups, small charities, individuals & families. Whether you need a quiet calm space to host a yoga or mindfulness group, a place for music or celebration, or an energising space for team meetings or away days. It's also a fabulous wedding venue.

Ty Llewelyn Glamping & Camping


Deep in the heart of Wales lies Ty Llewelyn Glamping & Camping, where you can take full advantage of the natural beauty and enjoy an element of luxury while under canvas.


Set in 13 acres of beautiful pasture and woodland, their camping & campervan pitches each have their own private toilet, picnic table, and fire pit.

Spotlight Feature: Wales Best Guides

We are also delighted to welcome Wales Best Guides into MWT Cymru membership.


Many thanks to Christine Evans, project manager at Wales Best Guides, for this special guest blog article which gives you an insight into how qualified Guides and wider Guide-related services can add value to your work. 


​Plus, find out what makes a great guide, how to become a guide, and what's next for tourist guiding in Wales. 

>> Read article here

5 Top Tips for working with Visit Wales

In case you haven't seen this yet, Visit Wales have produced a handy document with 5 top tips for working with them.


It includes a link to the star grading information for any members who haven't yet taken up the opportunity of free grading, and much more.

>> 5 Top Tips

Latest Mid Wales News & Press Releases

Festive family fun at the Royal Welsh Winter Fair


​A Santa’s Grotto, two reindeer and a spectacular fireworks display are just a few of the family attractions at this year’s Royal Welsh Winter Fair on November 28 and 29.


Exclusive hire package offered as Mid Wales manor responds to rising costs


A new venture will see the picturesque Caer Beris Manor at Builth Wells, located in 18 acres of grounds on the banks of the River Irfon, offered for exclusive hire for team building activities, family gatherings and events.

01/11/22: TV star Neil Morrissey to judge new butchery competition at Royal Welsh Winter Fair


26/10/22: mauvey and Poppy Ajudha to headline at Other Voices Cardigan


25/10/22: Llanidloes training restaurant with rooms celebrates four star grading


25/10/22: ​Talyllyn Railway’s proposed £3.5 million redevelopment project moves a step closer


21/10/22: Bigger and better Mid Wales Autumn Fayre to showcase best of Wales (Oct 29 & 30)


19/10/22: ​Think Like a Pony training sessions now available in Mid Wales


13/10/22: ​National Cycle Museum features on the Antiques Road Trip


06/10/22: ​Young musicians from the Kanneh-Mason family to perform in Machynlleth (Oct 22)


06/10/22:​In the Welsh Wind to supply award-winning gins to Harvey Nichols


06/10/22: Other Voices Cardigan announces headliners for iconic music festival

Recent Updates

Missed our October e-news? Featuring:

  • TXGB webinar & 'Introducing' series
  • Tourism leaders urge Welsh Government to delay tax plan consultation
  • Mid & West Coast Wales bedroom browser
  • Updating your information on Visit Mid Wales, Show me Wales, and VisitWales.com
  • Press / PR Activity
  • Latest News & New MWT Members
>> Catch up here


Visit Wales Industry Update - Opportunities to meet and do business with international tour operators


Wales Tourism Alliance Latest News - including: 'It's official: camping makes you happy! New study shows camping and outdoor enjoyment is good for your mental health and well being.

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