Coleg Cambria celebrated the dedication and skill of learners and apprentices at its annual Student Awards
The college’s Yale site in Wrexham held events for Further and Higher Education (FE and HE) and Work-based Learning (WBL) and Adult and Community Learning (ACL) this week. Chief Executive Yana Williams and Cath Sullivan, Deputy Chief Executive for People, Experiences and Culture, hosted proceedings over two nights. “Congratulations to everyone on your success in […]
A free family fun day celebrating the best of motors and music makes its return to Wrexham this summer
The always popular Bersham Wheels takes place at Coleg Cambria’s Bersham Road site from 10am-3pm on Saturday June 29. Featuring live entertainment, displays, trade stands, food and refreshments and a selection of extraordinary vehicles – from classic cars and bikes to souped-up sportsters and military machinery – it is an event not to be missed. Visitors can […]
The success of a booming culture club was music to the ears of students in Wrexham
Coleg Cambria’s Culture Collective welcomed more than 50 learners to its latest event at Ial Restaurant. To celebrate this year’s Llangollen International Music Eisteddfod, the college held a special performance at the Hafod venue. Organisers Judith Alexander and Tim Feak introduced talented guest speakers Tony Cordoba, a Youth Leader for the Ethnic Minority Youth Support […]
A lecturer and Army veteran who committed 37 years to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award received a golden retirement present
Alan Lowry – who leaves his role as Sports and Public Services Lecturer and DofE Coordinator at Coleg Cambria this summer, after more than a quarter of a century with the institution – was invited to a special celebration at Buckingham Palace. He joined Gold award winners from the college, and across the country, for […]
A skilled apprentice achieved a slice of success in the first ever Britain’s Best Cake competition
Coleg Cambria learner Naomi Spaven, from Mold, won the Fruit Cake category with a delicious dark chocolate, orange and ginger Bara Brith. Naomi, who works as head baker at Wylde Bakery in Bebington, was also named among last year’s Rising Star finalists by the BIA (Baking Industry Awards). Currently studying a Level 3 Apprenticeship with the college, […]
A leader from Coleg Cambria was selected to help champion mental health awareness and support in the hospitality industry
Work-based Learning Manager Kate Muddiman is the North Wales Ambassador for The Burnt Chef Project. The global organisation provides education, guidance, and resources to help tackle the stigma, as more than four out of five professionals in the leisure sector reported having experienced at least one mental health issue or episode during their careers. The […]
GAME ON! Skilled students displayed control and strategy to win the final of an epic Esports tournament
The triumphant Cambria Chimeras, all Level 2 and Level 3 learners in Esports at Coleg Cambria Deeside, were victorious in the Apex Legends Spring Cup. The three-strong squad – Oliver Pearce, Kyle Tarran and Owen Maynard – beat opposition from across the country, including college and university teams. British Esports described it as “one of […]