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Local Entrepreneurs Revitalize Porthcawl Seafront with Unique Gin Experience and Gift Shop

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With the help of Bridgend County Borough Council's Economic Development and Enterprise team, local entrepreneurs Chris and Glenn have transformed an unoccupied kiosk on Porthcawl seafront into a fully independent, family-run business, "Porthcawl Distillery". The distillery offers a unique gin experience and gift shop, providing a vibrant hub of local craftsmanship and tourism potential.

Key Takeaways:

  • Porthcawl Distillery is a fully independent, family-run business, creating unique spirits through a small-batch and individual approach.
  • The business received crucial financial support from the "Business Start-up Fund", a collaborative initiative with UK Steel Enterprise, covering 50% of shop-fitting costs and distilling equipment.
  • The council's support demonstrates its commitment to nurturing local entrepreneurship, revitalizing community spaces, and boosting the local economy.
  • Porthcawl Distillery has attracted visitors from across Wales and the UK, with exciting plans to expand and grow the business.
  • The Business Start-up Fund targets micro-businesses with fewer than ten employees and a turnover under £2 million, providing flexible financial assistance.
  • Councillor Neelo Farr, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Economic Development, and Housing, praises the innovative business and its potential to flourish in Porthcawl.
  • Chris and Glenn, owners of Porthcawl Distillery, express gratitude for the local community's support, including council members, the local MP, and the Mayor of Bridgend County Borough.

Statistics:

  • The Business Start-up Fund provides financial assistance to micro-businesses.
  • Porthcawl Distillery has a unique approach to creating spirits, using a small-batch and individual method.
  • The distillery has received 50% funding support from the Business Start-up Fund for shop-fitting costs and distilling equipment.
  • The fund targets micro-businesses with fewer than ten employees and a turnover under £2 million.
  • Porthcawl Distillery has attracted visitors from across Wales and the UK.

Sources:

  • News release from Bridgend County Borough Council, UK Government, local entrepreneurs Chris and Glenn.
  • Councillor Neelo Farr, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Economic Development, and Housing, Bridgend County Borough Council.
  • Chris and Glenn, owners of Porthcawl Distillery.

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