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Fashion and Flare or should that be Fayre

Fashion and Flare or should that be Fayre

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We are deeply thankful to everyone who joined us for our Annual Charity Fashion Show & Craft Fair, at Margam Orangery, it was an unforgettable day filled with creativity, community, and compassion. This year was another extremely successful event attended by Deputy Lord Lieutenant, Susan Jones and Neath Mayoress, Debbie Rees.  We were also pleased to host fellow Soroptimist’s from SI Neath and Bridgend. Altogether 230 attended in the glorious Orangery within Margam Park. After the fashion show a gorgeous 2 course lunch was provided accompanied by beautiful singing from the pupils of Cwm Brombil school. The runway sparkled with the incredible talents of local designer ‘Klass’ and models, showcasing fashion with heart. Our craft fair was alive with the spirit of handmade artistry, offering beautiful, one-of-a-kind items. Most importantly, together we raised £3,000 in support of Neath, Port Talbot Cancer Challenge, making a meaningful

Celebrating the King’s Coronation in Royal Style

Celebrating the King’s Coronation in Royal Style

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On 11th May, SI Port Talbot members came together in true royal spirit for a magnificent King’s Coronation Dinner – an evening filled with laughter, good food, friendship and fun. Held at Aberavon Beach Hotel, the event welcomed many SI members who dined on a delicious two-course meal, beautiful cupcakes provided by Judith Morgan, and raised a glass to His Majesty The King. The room was beautifully decorated with regal colours, bunting, hats, and flags, creating a warm and festive atmosphere to honor this historic occasion. Special thanks to hotel staff, whose support, menu and attentive hosting made the night truly special. And of course, a huge thank you to everyone who attended, donated, or helped behind the scenes – your kindness and community spirit made this event unforgettable. Following our celebration, it was back to normality for our monthly business meeting. Here’s to coming

Walk your way to Well-being

Walk your way to Well-being

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We all know walking – even just 20 mins a day – can do wonders for your mental health and physical health.  It helps to; Reduce stress Boost heart health Clear your mind Improve sleep and, Lift your mood, among other things. With all that in mind, on an overcast Saturday in March a few of our members got together for a 5K walk along the windswept but picturesque promenade at Aberavon Beach with SI Regional President Sharon Dixon. Sharon Dixon, Wales South said “A great walk with Fellow Soroptimist’s followed by a cupper and a natter!  Taking good care of our well-being!!  Just enjoying some Fun and Friendship… The rain stayed away” Walking has an additional benefit for Women as it regulates cortisol (stress hormone) and supports hormonal health, especially during menopause or menstrual cycles.  It strengthens bones reducing the risk of osteoporosis which

Enlightenment Thinking – The life of Dr Richard Price Philosopher

Enlightenment Thinking – The life of Dr Richard Price Philosopher

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On the 300th Anniversary of his birth, SI Members enjoyed an interesting talk from SIPT member Janner Herd about the life of Dr Richard Price, a philosopher, mathematician and political thinker whose ideas helped shape the modern world. Price, from Llangeinor a small village in Bridgend, was a champion of liberty, reason and moral progress, and supported both the American and French Revolutions and was an early advocate for civil rights and pension reform.  His work influenced major thinkers of his day and his legacy lives on. Ask Janner about her interest in Dr Price, to link to relevance. https://www.glamfhs.org.uk/

International Women’s Day Breakfast

International Women’s Day Breakfast

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International Women’s Day is a powerful reminder of the achievements, struggles, and ongoing journey toward gender equality. Celebrated on March 8th, it honours the contributions of women in every part of society — from homes to governments, classrooms to boardrooms. It’s a day to celebrate progress, recognise challenges, and amplify the voices of women around the world, while continuing to push for equal rights, opportunities, and respect for all. SI Port Talbot held our annual breakfast at Ysbryd-Y-Mor on Aberavon seafront.  We provided a beautiful fair- trade continental breakfast for 75 guests and members alongside the wonderful sea views. Our outstanding speaker was Louise Fleet, Lord Lieutenant of West Glamorgan.  Louise presented an excellent and informative talk about her career along with outlining her role a Lord Lieutenant.  Due to the high success of the event, and thanks to the incredible support of attendees, we

Generosity, Connection and Celebration Charity Evening

Generosity, Connection and Celebration Charity Evening

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We recently hosted a heartwarming Charity Evening that brought our community together for a night of generosity, connection, and celebration. Thanks to everyone’s kindness, support and hard work over the past year, we raised an incredible amount and were able to help many local, national and international charities and projects, making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. The evening was well attended by members and guests.  President Helen Bailey presented cheques to those attending.  Donations for the year are as follows. Donations through the year Breast Care Now £2000 Royal British Legion £50 NSPCC £150 Dewis £150 Royal Artillery Benevolent Fund £125 Totalling £2475 Cheques presented on the night British Heart Foundation £500 NPT Cancer Challenge £100 Water Aid £50 SI President 10.12 Appeal £50 Neath Port Talbot MIND £100 Friends of the Hospital £100 British Red Cross £100
Is this Bridgerton or Llanelli

Is this Bridgerton or Llanelli

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Today SI PT Members visited Plas Llanelly House. A beautifully restored Georgian townhouse nestled in the centre of Llanelli, full of character and local history.  We were given an excellent tour and were regaled with stories of past residents. The house was built in the early 1700s, and has seen centuries of change, from grand family gatherings to the local town’s industrial rise. Today, the historic Home welcomed our Club members. We received a warm welcome and took a turn about the rooms like the ladies of Bridgeton, relaxing in the inviting atmosphere, and taking the opportunity to step back in time. We enjoyed a tasty Christmas lunch in its beautifully restored rooms; it truly is a Welsh Georgian Gem. https://www.llanelly-house.org.uk/

Christmas Trees at the Castle

Christmas Trees at the Castle

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In December we were delighted to place our Christmas Tree in the Castle at Margam Park. Our tree was decorated in Ukrainian colours, with the theme of peace. Adorning the tree were prayers in both English and Ukrainian from local groups and children. The majestic Tudor Gothic Mansion is transformed into a winter wonderland around December, offering visitors a magical atmosphere to explore and enjoy. The “Christmas Tree at the Castle” event at Margam Park is part of the annual Community Christmas Tree Festival.  This yearly festival typically runs from mid-November to late December. It is organised in partnership with The Friends of Margam Park.  Local schools, businesses, and community groups are invited to decorate their own Christmas trees, which are then displayed inside the historic Castle. http://www.friendsofmargampark.co.uk/

Activate the World over Coffee

Activate the World over Coffee

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Our Coffee Morning this year coincided with our annual launch of the 16 days of activism for violence against women. The 16 Days of Activism (Against Gender-Based Violence) is an annual international campaign aimed at ending violence against women and girls. It runs from 25th November, (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10th December, (Human Rights Day). Every guest at our Coffee Morning was given an orange ribbon pin to wear throughout the period of activism. Our wonderful ballroom was beautifully decorated with our Orange theme including our Festive Christmas Tree. Guests and members enjoyed refreshments provided by Aberavon Beach Hotel, along side challenging discussions on gender-based violence. The colour Orange is used during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence as a symbol of a brighter future without violence. It was chosen by the UN Women’s “UNiTE to End

We’re going on Holidays – Cannock Visit

We’re going on Holidays – Cannock Visit

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Friendship is a key aspect of Soroptimist’s and we use these links to connect with other clubs globally as well as nationally. By nurturing these friendships we foster collaboration, share knowledge and promote understanding across different cultures. These links are vital for joint action projects, cultural exchange, and providing mutual support between clubs.  At Port Talbot we have 2 current Friendship links our closest geographically being SI Cannock & Districts.  Both clubs have nurtured this link for over YEARS. SI Port Talbot enjoyed a wonderful visit hosted by SI Cannock. They were superb hosts, making us feel extremely welcome. The visit also included a visit to the National Memorial Arboretum at Airewas, near Lichfield, Staffordshire. “The National Memorial Arboretum is a space where everyone can celebrate lives lived and remember lives lost” http://thenma.org.uk The beautiful grounds are home to acres of landscape and memorials, which our