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North Wales Chronicle
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
Caernarfonshire takes centre stage at 2025 Royal Welsh Show
The former county of Caernarfonshire has been named the feature county for next year's event, which will be held in Llanelwedd from July 21 to 24. As part of its role, Caernarfonshire is leading efforts to raise funds for improvements to the showground, with plans underway for new buildings and upgraded facilities. John Owen, this year's Show President from Rowen near Conwy, said: "Funds have been raised in the past by the other counties to support the Show to erect new buildings and improve facilities. "We have been raising funds for the show and we have something in mind but we are not there yet to reveal what this might be. "Our main aim is to support the show and make 2025 one of the best Royal Welsh Shows." Fundraising activities so far have included sponsored bike rides, car treasure hunts, sheepdog trials and a President's Ball, which will take place in Caernarfon in October. Mr Owen and his wife Marian have been showing sheep at the Royal Welsh Show since 1989. Their son Dafydd continues the family tradition, exhibiting Beltex and Cheviot sheep, as well as the rarer Black Welsh Mountain and Hill Radnor breeds. Since 2012, the couple have also welcomed the Show President to Llanelwedd each year, guiding them around the showground—an honour they will receive themselves this year. Mrs Owen said: "The show is an important part of the calendar for farmers across Wales and we are looking forward to going around the show and meeting our Royal guest." That guest will be Princess Anne, who will make her seventh visit to the Royal Welsh Show. In her role as President of the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth, Princess Anne will attend both the annual general meeting and the show itself. Mrs Owen said: "Princess Anne knows what she is talking about and is very supportive of farming." Caernarfon-based television production company Cwmni Da will film an episode of Garddio a Mwy at the event, airing at 8.25pm on Monday, July 28. Presenter Adam Jones, who revived the horticulture section last year, will serve as honorary director, compete in several classes, and appear on the programme. READ MORE: Popular family attraction in Gwynedd launches its first ever alpaca walks! Mr Jones said: "I don't know how I'll get on because it's the first time I've entered. "It's one thing to grow fruit, vegetables and flowers but it's another thing entirely to grow something that will catch the eye of the judges and win that coveted red certificate for a first place." He is entering classes for sweet peas, pelargoniums, soft fruits and a display of five vegetables. Mr Jones said: "It is encouraging a new generation of exhibitors and growers to compete and celebrate their work, with a big focus on education." Euros Wyn, producer of Garddio a Mwy, said: "There will be something that will hopefully appeal to everyone in this special programme."
South Wales Guardian
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Gorslas Garddio a Mwy presenter on special S4C episode
Adam Jones, from Glanaman, who lives in Gorslas, is one of the presenters of Garddio a Mwy on S4C. He will feature in a special episode filmed at the Royal Welsh Show, airing on Monday, July 28, at 8.25pm, where he enters himself into the competition. Mr Jones said: "I don't know how I'll get on because it's the first time I've entered. "It's one thing to grow fruit, vegetables and flowers but it's another thing entirely to grow something that will catch the eye of the judges and win that coveted red certificate for a first place. "I've entered classes for sweet peas and pelargoniums which are among the most highly sought prizes at the show along with some soft fruits. "I've also entered the class for a display of five vegetables but I don't know which vegetables I'll bring along to Llanelwedd yet." Mr Jones will also serve as honorary director of the show's horticulture section, which he revived last year. He has relaunched the horticultural section at the show, overseeing the development of the new horticultural village and working with stakeholders to bring in exhibitors and sponsorship. The episode will also feature his fellow presenters Meinir Gwilym and Sioned Edwards. Euros Wyn, producer of Garddio a Mwy, said: "We're still in the process of firming up what will be in the programme. "Filming will start before the show gets under way following Adam as the setting up of the horticultural village gets underway. "We'll naturally speak with growers, exhibitors and visitors to the show and hopefully follow some of the competitors as they prepare for the event. "There will be something that will hopefully appeal to everyone in this special programme." Mr Jones, a regular presenter since April, started gardening at the age of three and is known for his organic, nature-friendly approach. The episode will be available on demand via S4C Clic, BBC iPlayer, and other platforms, with English subtitles available.
Powys County Times
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Royal Welsh Show to feature S4C's Adam Jones this year
A well-known TV gardener is preparing to compete at this year's Royal Welsh Show. Adam Jones, a presenter from S4C's Garddio a Mwy, will enter the horticulture competition in Llanelwedd while also serving as honorary director of the horticulture section and filming a special episode of the show. Mr Jones said: "I don't know how I'll get on because it's the first time I've entered. "It's one thing to grow fruit, vegetables and flowers but it's another thing entirely to grow something that will catch the eye of the judges and win that coveted red certificate for a first place. "I've entered classes for sweet peas and pelargoniums which are among the most highly sought prizes at the show along with some soft fruits. "I've also entered the class for a display of five vegetables but I don't know which vegetables I'll bring along to Llanelwedd yet." Viewers will see how he fares on a special edition of Garddio a Mwy, airing at 8.25pm on Monday, July 28. The episode will feature behind-the-scenes footage from the showground and follow Mr Jones as he helps set up the horticultural village. Euros Wyn, producer of Garddio a Mwy, said: "We're still in the process of firming up what will be in the programme. "Filming will start before the show gets underway following Adam as the setting up of the horticultural village gets underway. "We'll naturally speak with growers, exhibitors and visitors to the show and hopefully follow some of the competitors as they prepare for the event. "There will be something that will hopefully appeal to everyone in this special programme." Mr Jones relaunched the horticultural section at last year's show and oversaw the development of the new horticultural village. He began gardening at the age of three, learning from his grandfather, and now promotes organic and nature-friendly gardening through work with schools and community groups. Adam Jones said: "I was delighted to be offered this fantastic opportunity to work with the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society and excellent individuals from across Wales to realise the potential of the new horticultural village. "It is encouraging a new generation of exhibitors and growers to compete and celebrate their work, with a big focus on education." Fundraising is also well underway in the show's feature county of Caernarfonshire. Show president John Owen, from Rowen near Conwy, said: "Funds have been raised in the past by the other counties to support the show to erect new buildings and improve facilities. "We have been raising funds for the show and we have something in mind but we are not there yet to reveal what this might be." The show will also welcome a royal visitor. Princess Anne, president of the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth, will attend the show and its annual general meeting. It will be her seventh visit to the Royal Welsh Show, which she last attended in 2022.
Leader Live
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Actor Stifyn Parri finds peace in his garden near Wrexham
Stifyn Parri, from Rhos, near Wrexham, now living in St Fagan's, Cardiff, finds solace in his garden. He shared his love for gardening with presenter Meinir Gwilym on S4C's series, Garddio a Mwy. The episode featuring Mr Parri will air at 8.25pm on Monday, June 2. The actor, who starred in Brookside, began posting pictures of his flowers during the pandemic to lift the spirits of "friends, family, and strangers." He said: "The reaction was so positive I took another photo the following day and I've been posting images on Instagram and Facebook every day since then. "They have become so popular if I haven't posted by eleven o'clock in the morning people have been known to phone up and check I'm alive and well." (Image: Supplied) Despite having no formal gardening training, Mr Parri enjoys experimenting in his garden. He said: "I love pottering in the garden. "I plant things intuitively and if they don't like where they're growing plants will let you know just the same as if they do like their spot." His garden, which backs onto woodland, is filled with seating areas, a barbecue area, and a hot tub. He said: "It isn't the largest garden but I've taken advice from Monty (Don) and created lots of areas. "I think lawns are a waste of time, and space." His favourite flower is Lunaria annua, commonly known as Honesty. He said: "I just love the simplicity of the flower. "It reminds me of home because just about every parlour in Rhosllannerchrugog during my childhood had a display of dried Honesty plants." Mr Parri began his acting career on S4C's Coleg and later joined Channel 4's Brookside as Christopher Duncan, where he made headlines with the first openly gay relationship on British TV. His theatre work includes starring as Marius in Les Misérables in the West End. In 2001, he set up an agency called MR PRODUCER and has produced some of Wales' most prominent live events. He also launched the Welsh ex-pat society, Social Welsh and Sexy (SWS). Two years ago, he presented his BAFTA-nominated documentary, Paid a Dweud Hoyw (Don't Say Gay) for S4C. Later this summer, Mr Parri will play a prominent part in the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham. Garddio a Mwy presenter Meinir Gwilym said: "It's a garden with character! "Not only is it full of colour and shapes and textures, the garden is also full of life - reflecting Stifyn perfectly." Series producer Euros Wyn added: "You don't need a degree in horticulture to enjoy some gardening, and I think that the series reflects that."
Wales Online
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Welsh actor who made history with first gay kiss on UK TV uses flower power to raise spirits
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An actor and impresario who made history with British TV's first gay kiss revealed he grows flowers to unwind from the hectic world of showbiz. Stifyn Parri, who hails from Rhos, near Wrexham, and now lives in St Fagan's near Cardiff, loves nothing better than pottering in his garden to switch off and relax. He shared his passion for gardening with television presenter Meinir Gwilym when he was filmed for an item on S4C's flagship gardening series, Garddio a Mwy. The episode featuring Stifyn is being shown at 8.25pm on Monday, June 2, and will then be available on demand on S4C Clic and BBCiplayer and other platforms. According to the larger-than-life star, he posts images of colourful flowers growing in the garden or houseplants he's cultivated as a way of raising the spirits of 'friends, family and strangers.' It all started when everybody was locked down during the Coronavirus pandemic and he said: "The reaction was so positive I took another photo the following day and I've been posting images on Instagram and Facebook every day since then. "They have become so popular if I haven't posted by eleven o'clock in the morning people have been known to phone up and check I'm alive and well," joked Stifyn. Insisting he has no formal gardening training and doesn't know the names of many of the plants growing in the garden Stifyn said: "I love pottering in the garden. I plant things intuitively and if they don't like where they're growing plants will let you know just the same as if they do like their spot. I live outside as much as I do inside. I have adapted the house so that it opens up into the garden. "It isn't the largest garden but I've taken advice from Monty (Don) and created lots of areas. There's many seating areas, a large open sided shed, called The Bus Stop, where there's a table which can seat lots of people. There's a barbeque area, and a hot tub. It had a large lawned area when I moved in but I quickly got rid of the grass and replaced it with raised beds which are jam-packed with plants. I think lawns are a waste of time, and space. "The roses are in bloom right now and look, and smell fantastic and the laburnum tree is looking great when the sun shines through it. "And the garden backs onto woodland which is full of wildlife like owls, hedgehogs and foxes. There is nothing formal about my garden, I'm just trying to work with nature too.' His favourite flower, he said, is Lunaria annua or as it is commonly known Honesty "I just love the simplicity of the flower. It reminds me of home because just about every parlour in Rhosllannerchrugog during my childhood had a display of dried Honesty plants. "I love the vivid purple flowers in the spring and the way the seed heads follow. And of course they self-seed so I'll have plenty more next year.' As an actor he started his career on television as Owen Hughes in the drama series Coleg on S4C and later joined the cast of the Channel 4 soap opera Brookside as Christopher Duncan nearly 40 years ago. While on Brookside, he broke new ground with the first openly gay relationship on British television and made international headlines with the historic on-screen kiss. . Stifyn's theatre work includes starring as Marius in Les Misérables in the West End and George in Metropolis at the Piccadilly Theatre, London. He's also appeared in various productions at Theatr Clwyd, Mold, and toured his One Man Show's throughout Wales, in London and New York. In 2001 he set up an agency called MR PRODUCER and he has produced some of Wales' most prominent live events such as the Opening Weekend of Wales Millenium Centre for BBC Wales and the Welcome 2 Wales Ryder Cup Opening Concert for Sky 1 and Sky Arts. Another claim to fame is that he launched Social Welsh and Sexy or SWS, the Welsh ex-pat society which organised events in London, Spain, New York and Russia. Two years ago he presented his BAFTA-nominated documentary, Paid a Dweud Hoyw (Don't Say Gay) for S4C on the subject of Clause 28. This was a law in force between 1988-2003 which prohibited public institutions from teaching children and young people about anything related to the LGBTQ+ community. Later this summer Stifyn will play a prominent part in the National Eisteddfod in Wrexham. During the week-long festival Stifyn will be producing and presenting an outrageous cabaret, 'Stifyn's Steddfod', a panel game, a celebration of 40 years of Les Miserables, and interview with his close friend and celebrated actor Mark Lewis Jones, and help launch the centenary celebrations of Y Stiwt in Rhos. Garddio a Mwy presenter Meinir Gwilym said she thoroughly enjoyed her time in Stifyn's garden. She added: "It's a garden with character! Not only is it full of colour and shapes and textures, the garden is also full of life - reflecting Stifyn perfectly. "And yes, it is also a haven, a place to rest. Gardening in itself is as good a process as meditating every bit I think, and Stifyn says that 'potran in the garden' is one of his greatest pleasures." Made by Caernarfon-based production company Cwmni Da, the series will run until late summer and feature a whole host of projects as well as useful hints and tips for gardeners Series producer Euros Wyn added: "We've been producing Garddio a Mwy for a decade, and I think that our viewers enjoy the variety on offer, as well as the programme's down to earth approach. You don't need a degree in horticulture to enjoy some gardening, and I think that the series reflects that.' Garddio a Mwy is broadcast on S4C on Monday evenings at 8.25pm. The programme is also available on demand on S4C Clic and BBCiplayer and other platforms. English subtitles are also available. To check out Stifyn's pictures go to his Instagram account
