Leah Powell

Newport

Lifestyle and Leisure Reporter at South Wales Argus

Magazines writer + content manager @WeAreVoice

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Discover what these sea shanty singers have lined up...

3 weeks ago | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

Bois y Bryn – which translates to ‘boys of the hill’ – is an all-male Welsh Shanty Band based in Cwmbran. The 22 members are mostly from Newport and Cwmbran (including four members who play instruments including acoustic guitar and the banjo). The group is made up of men with a passion for music and singing. They were already members of a local male voice choir and found themselves singing after practice in a local pub.
Newport: City Box Takeover art trail launching in the city

1 month ago | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

3 1/3 Tin Shed Theatre Co, The Place Newport, and their partners are transforming the city centre. Artists have been commissioned to turn ordinary utility boxes and cabinets in Newport city centre into stunning works of art, each inspired by artwork in CELF: National Contemporary Art Gallery for Wales. Soon, these vibrant creations will form a captivating mini-art trail across the heart of the city which people can enjoy and explore.
Looking for a top notch beer garden in Newport? Here are five fabulous suggestions

1 month ago | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

2 1/2 Looking for a top notch beer garden in Newport? Here are five fabulous suggestions THE POTTERS The Potters, on Upper Dock Street, is a well-established venue in Newport and popular for its food offerings including cooked breakfast, homemade lasagnes, and Sunday roasts. Along with being a destination for a few drinks, live music and sports, The Potters boasts an iconic rooftop garden which overlooks the city.
We try the new 'dippy egg' filled hot (or cold) cross buns from M&S

1 month ago | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

4 1/4 WHEN I saw Marks and Spencers Food Hall (Friars Walk, Newport) promote their ‘dippy egg' hot cross buns ahead of Easter I couldn't wait to give them a try. My friends and family know I have a serious sweet tooth and love the seasonal specials. The lead-up to Easter is one of my favourite times of year - with spring finally springing, sweet treats launched, and helping the Easter Bunny plan an egg hunt for my son.
The Tickled Trout: Tapas, small plates, cocktails in Newport

1 month ago | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

5 1/5 Tuck into vibrant tapas and small plates inspired by flavours from all over the globe while you sip on creative cocktails at The Tickled Trout in Newport. Based in the old Trout Vaults, The Tickled Trout has breathed new life into this beautiful building and offers a warm welcoming atmosphere.
Poetry competition launched ahead of first Festival of Words

Feb 15, 2025 | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

Newport schools are invited to take part in a poetry competition launched as part of the city’s first Festival of Words. Newport Festival of Words will take place - for the first time - from March 20-23, this year (2025). In addition to a detailed programme of author talks, book launches and interviews, organisers were determined that the city’s children would also be part of this inaugural festival.
Valentine’s Day 2025 collection at Lush in Cardiff

Feb 9, 2025 | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

St Dwynwen’s Day may be over – but Valentine’s Day offers the opportunity to gift something special to that someone special. For anyone who doesn’t know, Lush is a cosmetics company which first launched in 1995 and has made quite a name for itself over the past 30 years. Lush invented the bath bomb, and its stores are packed with fresh handmade products which are vegetarian and cruelty free – including their Cardiff store (and spa).
An idea to help men with wellbeing became a reality for this Newport man

Feb 1, 2025 | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

5 1/5 Louis Watkins, from Newport, had never planned to own a business. While he took part at Enterprise Week in school, he could have never imagined that one day he’d launch his very own enterprise: Clear for Men. Clear for Men is an online mental health awareness skincare brand which highlights the importance of men looking after their wellbeing, ensuring they ‘take five’ for self-care each day.
Let a woman know her hard work is noticed - nominate for our hall of fame

Jan 27, 2025 | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

With our parent company, Newsquest, in favour of equality and diversity, we’ve loved helping celebrate amazing women in Newport and surrounding areas in the lead-up to the big day. One way we’ve celebrated is through our amazing women ‘hall of fame’ – but we need your help in nominating those who live or work in the Gwent region. Do you know a wonderful woman who deserves a spot in our hall of fame? It’s free to nominate someone to potentially be added – and it only takes a few minutes.
New event Newport Festival of Words to launch in March 2025

Jan 23, 2025 | southwalesargus.co.uk | Leah Powell

4 1/4 AN EXCITING new event is being launched in March to celebrate the city’s rich literary history and to highlight its current crop of talented and diverse writers. Newport Festival of Words will celebrate words in all their forms, from novels and poetry, to songs, nature writing, history and writing for children.