Welsh Slate in the Community

Welsh Slate has been at the heart of the community for centuries, and it’s a tradition which isn’t lost on the new owners, Breedon Group plc. Welsh Slate support as many community projects as we can and below is a flavour of what we’ve been involved in lately.

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27 January 2025

FROM SUPER SNACKS TO STATIONERY

Two local schools and the local fire station are the latest good causes to benefit from Welsh Slate donations

12 November 2024

WELSH SLATE HELPS GUIDE PUPILS TO THEIR NEW WILDLIFE AND LEARNING GARDEN

Ysgol Tregarth created the garden in memory of Miss Llinos Barnes, a beloved staff member whose dedication and kindness touched the lives of many of the primary pupils.

17 July 2024

WELSH SLATE SCORES A TRY WITH LOCAL RUGBY CLUB

Welsh Slate, whose Penrhyn Quarry is in the North Wales village of Bethesda, is sponsoring the impressive new clubhouse at Bethesda Rugby Club for a further two years.

25 June 2024

BETHESDA ANNUAL CARNIVAL 2024

Welsh Slate's Penrhyn Quarry, in the heart of Bethesda, was once again the main sponsor of the annual Bethesda Carnival.

3 April 2024

NEW TRAINING TOPS FOR LLANDUDNO SHARKS

Llandudno Junction Sharks under 13s team are enthusiastic and welcome the sponsorship and the team's coaches say that the new tops will help to boost the players' confidence and motivation.

12 February 2024

"FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD" YOUNG THESPIANS TAKE THE STAGE IN "Oliver!"

The lights dim and the curtain rises to reveal the opening act of a heartwarming performance of "Oliver!", brought to life by the talented young actors of Ysgol Dyffryn Ogwen.

19 December 2023

NEW TRAINING TOPS FOR CPD OGWEN TIGERS U9'S

Ogwen Tigers under 9s team has 21 enthusiastic players that are all grateful for the sponsorship and the team's coaches say that the new kits will help to boost the players' confidence and motivation.

30 November 2023

WELSH SLATE COMPLETES NEW CANTEEN & MEETING ROOM FOR BLAENAU FFESTINIOG AMATEURS FC

The new canteen and meeting room will serve both the senior and junior teams of Blaenau Ffestiniog Amateurs FC, providing a much-needed space for players, coaches and spectators

20 November 2023

GUARDIANS FOR HEROES

Welsh Slate were happy to donate slate off-cuts to help make this happen. This is a great example of how people can come together to support a worthy cause.

20 September 2023

OAKELEY BAND REPRESENT WALES AT CHAMPIONSHIPS

The band has a long and rich history, and is deeply embedded in the community of Blaenau Ffestiniog. The band was first established over 150 years ago and was made up of people working at Oakeley slate quarry.

15 September 2023

PENMACHNO FUN DAY

The Penmachno Fun Day was a day of family fun, with activities for all ages, including a bouncy castle, face painting, and a tombola. Plus a tug-of-war competition, women verses men, with the women emerging victorious

12 September 2023

WELSH SLATE HELPS A LOCAL JUNIOR FOOTBALL TEAM LOOK THE PART

Grassroots football is an important part of local communities, and the company is excited to help the under-11s team achieve their goals and have fun playing the game.

22 August 2023

WELSH SLATE HELPS SNOWDONIA DONKEYS

A donkey charity based at Ffarm Moelyci Felin Hen Tregarth North Wales.

13 July 2023

YSGOL DYFFRYN OGWEN

It was an great opportunity for students to learn about the rich history of Penrhyn and the current modern operations and processes

3 July 2023

CPD Mynydd Llandegai FC

We were delighted to donate 15 tonnes of 40mm aggregates to CPD Mynydd Llandegai FC to level the ground for a disabled car park. The contribution will greatly enhance the accessibility and functionality of the ground

14 June 2023

BETHESDA ANNUAL CARNIVAL 2023

Welsh Slate's Penrhyn Quarry, in the heart of Bethesda, was the main sponsor of the annual Bethesda Carnival.

28 October 2022

WELSH SLATE HELPS LOCAL FAMILIES WITH SOME WINTER WOOLIES

Ten families will be getting a little extra help from Welsh Slate to get through this winter.

30 September 2022

FROM ATHLETICS TO ADVERTISING

Welsh Slate is continuing its support of the football club in Bethesda, where its main Penrhyn Quarry is located

30 September 2022

WELSH SLATE HELPS LOCAL FOOTBALLERS TO STEP UP

Welsh Slate is helping an ambitious local football team to compete in a new-look team league.

30 September 2022

STUDENTS EFFORTS RECOGNISED BY WELSH SLATE

The company is again donationing towards the annual awards ceremony held by Ysgol Dyffryn Ogwen in Bethesda, where the company’s main Penrhyn Quarry is located.

30 September 2022

FROM THE PIT TO THE KIT

Welsh Slate is continuing its support of one of its local football clubs by sponsoring its football kit.

7 September 2022

WELSH SLATE SCORES A TRY WITH LOCAL RUGBY CLUB

A building at the centre of the community in which Welsh Slate’s main quarry is located has received a major boost from the leading manufacturer of natural slate products.

6 September 2022

WELSH SLATE SCORES TWICE FOR LOCAL PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Two primary schools local to Welsh Slate’s main Penrhyn quarry now have stunning new football kit, thanks to the Breedon Group company.

5 September 2022

WELSH SLATE IS ON THE MENU FOR LOCAL PLAYSCHOOL

A new charity playschool near one of Welsh Slate’s quarries has had its toy box boosted by the company

17 May 2022

WELSH SLATE PROVES TO BE A TOP VALUED PARTNER

The manufacturer was one of five local employers to take part in a work sectors afternoon for the whole of Year 10 pupils, some 85 students in total.

16 May 2022

WELSH SLATE ADVISED LOCAL CHILDREN ABOUT QUARRY SAFETY

As the season for wild swimming and outdoor adventures approaches, Welsh Slate has taken the opportunity to advise local schoolchildren of quarry safety.

4 May 2022

WELSH SLATE HELPS PROTECT FOOTBALL-MAD YOUNGSTERS AGAINST THE ELEMENTS

Some 70 football-mad young children are keeping dry in the variable Welsh climate, thanks to Welsh Slate.

22 March 2022

WELSH SLATE HELPS AN AMBITIOUS SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION

A Masters undergraduate and budding entrepreneur is being helped by Welsh Slate to start her own business repurposing natural slate bi-product.

15 March 2022

WELSH SLATE GOES VIRTUAL FOR ALL OF WALES

Welsh Slate have taken part in a virtual careers fair for all secondary schools in Wales.

15 December 2021

SCHOOL VALUED PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMME WITH YSGOL DYFFRYN OGWEN

Welsh Slate has kicked off its association with a new business to schools initiative with a careers presentation to local secondary school students.

25 November 2021

WELSH SLATE HELP SNOWDONIA DONKEYS

A donkey charity based at Ffarm Moelyci Felin Hen Tregarth North Wales.

25 November 2021

WAR MEMORIAL PROJECT WINS WELSH SLATE SUPPORT

Welsh Slate is supporting a ground-breaking project to promote, using QR codes, the history of Wales.

25 November 2021

GARDD FFRANCON COMMUNITY GARDEN

Gardd Ffrancon is a community garden next to the Plas Ffrancon leisure centre in Bethesda and established together between Byw yn Iach and Partneriaeth Ogwen

30 September 2021

WELSH SLATE RENEWS ITS SUPPORT FOR ROOFING APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR

North West Roof Training Group celebrates with a Welsh Slate trophy.

27 September 2021

WELSH SLATE HELPS WITH A FC'S INCOME STREAM

Welsh Slate now has a first-hand view of the game at Mynydd Llandegai FC.

7 September 2021

WELSH SLATE HELPS TO SPREAD THE WORD

Welsh Slate is supporting a local magazine which aims to provide information about businesses

6 September 2021

CHILDREN'S CHOIR SINGS FOR THEIR WELSH SUPPER

A children’s choir in North Wales is set for a Covid restart in style, thanks in part to Welsh Slate.

20 August 2021

WELSH SLATE GOES TO GROUND FOR A LOCAL FC

A football club in a small village close to Welsh Slate’s main Penrhyn Quarry is celebrating receiving its 150th tonne of help from the company.

20 August 2021

WELSH SLATE HELPS CRICKET CLUB WITH A LEG BEFORE WATER

Members of Welsh Slate’s local cricket club will soon be back scoring runs with dry feet, thanks in part to the company.

12 July 2021

WELSH SLATE BOOSTS MENTAL HEALTH WITH ADRENALIN

As the UK celebrates Mental Health Awareness Week (May 9-15), Welsh Slate has presented organisers Ynys Môn and Gwynedd MIND with

7 July 2021

WELSH SLATE SUPPORTS ROOFING APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR

North West Roof Training Group celebrates with a Welsh Slate trophy.

9 March 2021

WELSH SLATE SCORES A HOME GOAL FOR LOCAL FOOTBALL CLUB

An amateur football club in North Wales has avoided “relegation”, thanks in part to Welsh Slate and its parent company the Breedon group.

12 September 2020

WELSH SLATE HELPS REWARD LOCAL STUDENTS

Students at Welsh Slate’s local secondary school have had their achievements recognised in an awards ceremony supported by the company.

12 August 2019

THREE TIMES LUCKY FOR BETHESDA AFC

Welsh Slate has completed a hat-trick of donations to its local football club.

7 August 2019

BETHESDA GETS BUSY WITH WI-FI, THANKS TO WELSH SLATE

Visitors to and residents of Welsh Slate’s home village now have access to free Wi-Fi, thanks in part to the company.

7 July 2019

WELSH SLATE HELPS WALES’ AIR AMBULANCE

Welsh Slate has boosted its support of one of its chosen charities – North Wales Air Ambulance.

10 May 2019

WELSH SLATE SUPPORTS ROOFING APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR

North West Roof Training Group celebrates with a Welsh Slate trophy.

12 April 2019

WELSH SLATE HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE GO DIGITAL

A centuries-old plan to turn a former hotel in a North Wales village into a community hub is coming to fruition, thanks in part to Welsh Slate.

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