Aber Falls launches its new Welsh Farmers’Market
ABER Falls distillery opened the doors to its new Welsh Farmers’ Market in Abergwyngregyn, with a special festive launch ceremony, officially opened by Welsh TV presenter and celebrity Siân Lloyd.
Funded by the Coastal Communities Fund, the Aber Falls Farmer’s Market will provide local and independent Welsh businesses with a regular platform to showcase their products, whether it be food and drink or arts and crafts.
The market is looking to connect the local community with small and upcoming businesses, by showcasing the best of Wales and encouraging the community to support these local suppliers.
To celebrate the launch of the
Farmer’s Market, Aber Falls invited special Welsh VIP Siân Lloyd to officially open the market to the public, as well as announce the winner of the brand’s ‘Local Hero’ competition, Garry Frost.
Siân Lloyd, Welsh presenter and meteorologist, said: “I am such a personal fan of Aber Falls, their products and their ongoing commitment to the local community, so I was absolutely thrilled to be a special guest for this event.”
Garry Frost of Cwm-y-glo, near Caernarfon, was announced the winner of the ‘Local Hero’ competition thanks to his commendable contribution to the local community during the pandemic.
James Wright, managing director at Aber Falls, said: “We were delighted to officially open our new Aber Falls Farmers Market, and it was fantastic to welcome so many people from our local community who joined us on this special evening.
“I want to thank Sian Lloyd for showing her support to Aber Falls and for opening the farmers market with Garry, who is not only a worthy winner of our local hero competition, but his work and support in the community is an inspiration to us all.”
Minister for Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths said: “It’s great to see this event with a particular focus on North Wales produce.
“It’s a great opportunity for local producers to come together and showcase the wonderful and delicious goods they offer.”
Opening dates for the rest of 2021 are: December 3–5 + 10–12 + 17–19.