01/06/2026
Dear Residents,
We are writing to inform you of an exciting project happening at the Pontfaen Shops. As part of the development at Longmeadow Court, built by Hale Group Ltd on behalf of its client, Hedyn, we have been able to carry out various works to help support the local community. You may already be aware of some of these improvements, such as the two mosaics which are placed in Moorland and Broadmead which have been created in collaboration with local children from Lliswerry Primary and a community arts specialists, Tanio Cymru. Due to overwhelming positive feedback, we are now extending this work to create a mural at the Pontfaen Shops.
The project was brought to our attention by the local councillors who discussed a strong desire to improve this area, this was also echoed by results from a community consultation held by Hale and Hedyn, in which residents and young people wanted to improve their local area by making it a cleaner and more vibrant place to live.
This mural is being created by a Newport artist, Andy OβRourke, and will be shaped by residents and students at Lliswerry High to ensure that it reflects the voice of the local community. To achieve this, we will be hosting several workshops to gather your feedback and thoughts which will shape the final artwork. Sessions will be held at Newport High with year 9 and 10 students in collaboration with Careers Wales to gain insight from local young people. We will also be hosting a community event on Saturday the 6th of June between 11am-2pm with the aim to gather wider views from residents to shape the mural. The session will be led by various artist to help mould the design through music, crafts and art. We would be delighted for you to come along and get involved, speak with members of staff and have your voice heard.
We hope to see you at the event, and should you have any further questions, please do contact us on the contact details below.
Many Thanks
Social Value Team at Hale Ltd and Hedyn
Event Details
Address: Pont Faen Shops (Next to Fallows Fish Bar, 2 Fallowfield Drive, Newport NP19 4TD)
Date: Saturday 6th of June 2026
Time: 11am - 2pm
Light refreshments will be available throughout the day.
All ages are welcome and we encourage people to come along to take part or have a chat with the team to get your voice heard.