Coaltown Journal

MONTY'S: COFFEE & CONVERSATION

In our conversation with the founder of Monty’s, we had the pleasure of delving into the deep connection he shares with coffee. From the early mornings of brewing coffee at home to the thoughtful d...

Y SIED GOFFI & Y SIED LOFFT: COFFEE & CONVERSATION

We sat down with Aimee of Y Sied Carmarthen. Aimee and her Mother Lisa manage Y Sied Goffi and Y Sied Lofft, two cafés and a cookery school known for their homemade delights and community spirit. A...

Y SHED: COFFEE & CONVERSATION

Welcome to Y Shed, a charming cafe nestled in Gowerton, right next to the golf course. Here, you can enjoy delicious brunches and lunches paired with our Coaltown Coffee. We recently spent some tim...

BLAS: COFFEE & CONVERSATION

Welcome to our latest "Coffee & Conversation” feature, where we dive into the heart and soul behind some of the most inspiring businesses. Today, we're thrilled to introduce you to BLAS, a uniq...

LOLFA: COFFEE AND CONVERSATION

Introducing Steff, the visionary behind Lolfa, a unique café inspired by the vibrant cafe culture of Spain and infused with a Welsh touch. We had the pleasure of chatting with Steff about his insp...

From Tennis Courts to A Blooming Oasis: The Journey of Betws Community Garden

We were welcomed to Betws Park (a stone's throw away from our Ammanford Roastery) to partake in one of their volunteering sessions. It was truly inspiring to see students from Coleg Sir Gar being w...

A TOUR AT THE ROASTERY WITH THE EUROPEAN COFFEE TRIP TEAM

We had the privilege of hosting the European Coffee Trip team, and we’re excited to share the incredible experience we had with them. Their visit was an opportunity for us to showcase Coaltown Roa...

COFFEE & CONVERSATION WITH NICK THE SIGN PAINTER

Here at our Coaltown Coffee, supporting local craftsmen and women isn't just a choice; it's a commitment to revitalising our post-industrial town and fostering a vibrant local economy. Today, we're...

Coffee & Conversation with Melin Tregwynt's James Lamb

Melin Tregwynt is a wool mill based in the remote woods of Pembrokeshire, producing Welsh wool blankets, cushions, clothing, accessories and bags. There’s been a mill on the site since the 17th cen...

Meet the Family: Melin Tregwynt

Welcome to our fourth episode of Meet the Family, our series where we shine a spotlight on some of our wholesale customers.      Melin Tregwynt is a wool mill based in the remote woods of Pembrokes...