Visit Barry High Street this Christmas:
Barry High Street really is a prime example of just what independent shops can offer.
If you are looking for something distinctive that has been brought to you by people who have a passion for their product – then come along and be spoiled for choice!
Read on to find out more about these local shops and businesses on our special Barry High Street:
⁘ Wild Meadow floral ⁘ The Natural Pet Pantry ⁘ Crafted Arts ⁘ Food for Thought ⁘ Giggles ⁘ Zac & Bella ⁘ Budding Designs ⁘ Inplico Jewellery Workshop ⁘ Homemade Wales ⁘ Richard Jones Carpets ⁘ Vale Solicitors Advocates and Mediators ⁘ KNIGHTS – Estate Agents ⁘ Vic Hopkins Traditional Butchers ⁘
Visit Wild Meadow’s cottage garden for stunning floral displays
Barry girl Kelly Young has always had her own style when it comes to floristry – and the clue is in the name of her business.
If Wild Meadow Floral brings to mind displays that are loose, wild and imaginative, then that Is just what you will find in the premises in 92, High Street, Barry, where Kelly works alongside Claire – also from Barry and Kelly’s best friend for over 20 years.
There is nothing mainstream about Wild Meadow’s floral designs. Kelly uses a mixture of Welsh and Dutch flower growers to put together creations in her ‘cottage garden’ style that are seasonal, sustainable and eco-friendly.
Wild Meadow Floral designs bouquets and displays for all occasions, from grand weddings to modest social occasions.
As well as gorgeous flowers, the shop also stocks both house and garden plants, dried flower arrangements, pots, vases and a wide range of botanical goodies and homeware.
Flower workshops are also available. Check Wild Meadow’s social media for details.
Richard Jones Carpets can make a house a home
Richard Jones Carpets opened 35 years ago and is still family run with the original principle of offering quality flooring at great value.
Recently, we have been busy bringing in new suppliers to give you more choice.
Although people still want fashionable grey and neutral-coloured carpets, for those who want to bring colours and patterns into their home, take a look at our new Vibrance and Wilton ranges – the Leopard and Zebra patterns are a really bold choice!
We also have a huge range of vinyl flooring, from plains to a variety of patterns and colours to bring the finishing touch to any room.
For LVT or laminate flooring, we have a wide choice of manufacturers including Karndean, Quickstep, Allora and the new Invictus range.
Come and visit the Richard Jones Carpets team in the showroom on Broad Street, Barry ,where we offer flooring to make your house a home.
Keep your pet healthy with the Natural Pet Pantry
The owner of The Natural Pet Pantry, Caroline Williams, joined the High Street in September 2020.
She said: “My staff and I are passionate about the health and wellbeing of your pets, providing the best advice to our knowledge regarding all things natural including diet plans to help with allergies and illness.
“We Supply the best quality for natural diets, stock ranges of raw dog food such as Benyfit Natural, Natural Instinct, VOM, Reggies Raw (made in Barry), Wilsons and Just Natural.
“Not only are we passionate about your pets but the environment too, we use recycled packaging wherever we can.
“We even offer a zero waste refill on our cold press, meaning you can bring your own tub and buy a kilo at a time (or more) but we do provide paper bags if you forget!
“We have a huge selection of grain free recipes for our cold press, chicken & sweet potato, turkey & duck, wild white fish and many more.
“Our Harper Rose Co is a range of natural shampoos and balms using essential oils, this too is offered as a refill.
“We don’t just sell food we also stock accessories such as coats, harnesses and toys and this Christmas we have an all natural Christmas calendar filled with treats, plus Christmas jumpers and toys.
“Hope to see you all soon!”
Crafted Arts is thriving in Barry High Street
Since moving to High Street in February this year, Crafted Arts has thrived and has opened another part of their business – Vale Jewellery Workshops.
Not only does Gemma make her own jewellery, she now teaches others.
In her shop you will find a wide range of beautiful jewellery. Some can be personalised with fingerprints, handwriting and lots more. There is an abundance of unique gifts, greeting cards and bags. Gemma also offers jewellery repairs and creates custom items of jewellery.
Gemma runs her jewellery workshops in the evenings, they are suitable for complete beginners. Group bookings are welcome and you can find more information here.
Festive offerings at Food for Thought
At Food for Thought, you can put quality food on the Christmas table and enjoy a wide choice of distinctive items.
This year, they are proud of the massive range of Welsh cheese with crackers and chutneys as well.
Food for Thought says: “We offer bespoke hampers made to your requirements.
“Please pop in and grab a Christmas order form to make sure you have all you need ready to pick up Christmas week.
“The store has a great choice of mince pies, stocking fillers, Christmas gift ideas for the family and Secret Santas.
“However, while you are checking out High Street’s independent shops don’t forget the store’s regular offers in takeaway food and hot drinks.”
A magical Christmas at Giggles
High Street’s own toy shop, Giggles, promises a magical Christmas this year for your little ones.
With even more traditional wooden toys, including Fairtrade Lanka Kade wooden toys and games, Orchard Games, Jellycat cuddles and Top Model design books than ever, it looks as if Santa is going to be very busy this year.
Santa’s sleigh will be full of toys that can be passed down from generation to generation – and they are friendly to the planet.
The shop has been transformed into a winter wonderland with the most amazing window display. Jill Mathews, Giggles’ owner, is looking forward to seeing you all.
Baby and children’s Christmas outfits and gifts at Zac & Bella
At Zac & Bella, are ready and excited for their first Christmas on High Street, Barry.
In the boutique, you will find Christmas gifts and outfits for babies and children age newborn to 12 years. All clothing is designed and made in Barry by fashion designer Hayley McGhan in the workshop at the back of the boutique. All fabrics used in the clothing collections are illustrated by Hayley, which you’ll find in rompers, leggings, dresses, accessories and dog hoodies.
As well as clothing and beautifully curated kids gifting, Zac & Bella also sells fabrics, haberdashery and craft kits.
Hayley also offers adult sewing classes, workshops and an after-school kids’ sewing club for keen crafters, which could make a fantastic gift idea for Christmas. Visit the website, pop in store or call 01446 701926 for more information.
Zac & Bella, 30 High Street, Barry CF62 7EB. Facebook: zacandbella Instagram: zac_and_bella.
Budding Designs is getting ready for Christmas
At Budding Designs, Christmas is well under way in the Flower Studio, where they have a lovely selection of decorations, gifts and our bespoke Christmas wreath orders are coming in thick and fast!
This will be Nicola’s 30th Christmas as a qualified florist and it never fails to be magical.
Contact Budding Designs to pre-arrange your door wreaths, Christmas table arrangements, flowers and gift bouquets to send to a loved one for local delivery or collection in Christmas week, including Christmas Eve.
Follow on social media for updates of their High Street Christmas events including late-night shopping hours.
Find out more information or place an online order on their website or follow on social media for updates (Instagram: buddingdesignswales or Facebook: Budding Designs Flower Studio).
Budding Designs Flower Studio, 1 High Street, Barry CF62 7DZ. Tel: 01446 404660.
Inplico can help with all your jewellery needs
Earlier this year, Inplico Jewellery Workshop opened up on Island Road, High Street, Barry.
Inplico is an independent jewellery workshop offering a range of services including repair, remodelling, and bespoke design.
Roz, the owner and founder of Inplico, makes all her designs and carries out repair work from her onsite workshop.
Roz would like to thank all her customers and local businesses for their support and wish them all a very Merry Christmas.
Distinctive Christmas gifts from Homemade Wales
Christmas is a special time at Homemade Wales on High Street.
Packed with beautiful locally made handcrafted gifts, foodie treats and homewares, it’s your one-stop shop for gifts and cards this festive period.
Owner, Fay Blakeley, starts talking with her makers about their festive makes during the summer months, planning to ensure the shop is stocked with bespoke handmade gifts for the Christmas period.
Towards the rear of the shop is the Pantry, loaded with Welsh foodie treats, including fudge, coffee, and chutneys. As with previous years, Fay and the team will be wrapping your bespoke luxury hampers, which you can pick yourself or leave it to the team to create for you.
If you’re looking for gifts a little different this year, why not visit Homemade Wales, 9 High Street, Barry, or visit the shop on Facebook or Instagram.
Shopping and supporting local has never been so easy.
Vic Hopkins Traditional butchers offer a great Christmas service
Vic Hopkins Traditional Butchers on High Street was taken over by Steve Norman earlier this year.
The team pride themselves on selling local meats, traditionally butchered. Also on offer is a range of homemade pies, pasties and homecooked meats, a delicious deli section and a range of freshly prepared ready meals.
Vic Hopkins Butchers has a Christmas savings club and is now taking orders for Christmas. They also offer a free local delivery service.
New for 2023, Steve is now taking orders for hog roasts.
Call in to Vic Hopkins Butchers for all your Christmas meats and trimmings. A warm and friendly welcome awaits you.
Vale Solicitors – Legal Help
Vale Solicitors, Advocates and Mediators are looking forward to the festive season and we hope our excitement is shared by everyone else. We are looking forward to the New Year to serve our clients in the community.
You will always find us to be professional and friendly. We pride ourselves on building relationships that last.
Our roots go back to 1886 and our current solicitors have more than 100 years’ experience between them in the profession. Our clients have been with us for many years and we normally attract our clients by personal recommendations and word of mouth. We always offer free initial advice and Legal Aid when available.
We undertake most aspects of law including:
Family and matrimonial law.
Mediation including family and civil matters.
Property transactions including sales, purchases, re-mortgages and leases.
Probate, wills and power of attorney.
Negligence cases including clinical and personal injury.
Any type of disputes such as debts and boundaries.
We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
🏠KNIGHTS – Estate and Letting Agents
🌟 This article first appeared in the printed edition of the Glamorgan Star on 17.11.22. Read it in print first!
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