Strait o Gymru - Strait from Wales

10/08/2026

Today our Book of the Week takes you on a culinary journey through Welsh history, traditions and customs: Traditional Welsh Home Cooking, by Annette Yates

With recipes for Anglesey Eggs, Leek Soup, Welsh Rarebit, Glamorgan Sausages, Cockle Pie and a whole host of meat and fish dishes, there are 65 classic recipes to choose from, which are explained simply enough that even I should be able to follow along in the kitchen - Dan will tell you that I am definitely not the cook in our household!

From Bara Brith to Teisen Berffro, Welsh Cakes to Pwdin Eryri, there are plenty of sweet teats and desserts to complete the tour of Traditional Welsh Home Cooking. Looking through the pictures as I’m typing this, is making me very hungry!

08/08/2026

New to the shelves in the kiosk this week we have these undeniably cute Pinch Me tins from Halen Môn. Perfect for taking on picnics, or anytime when a pinch of salt would make all the difference - in fact, we keep one in the car for when at a drive-thru and the food inevitably needs a touch of seasoning!

Also perfect for visitors to Wales to sample Halen Môn before committing to buying larger quantities, seeing for themselves exactly why it is considered one of the best Sea Salts in the world. Perfection, in a tin.

07/08/2026

After Gonk delivery day, which is always full of gorgeous surprises, my next favourite day is Book delivery day! I love books and I always try to add a couple of new ones with every delivery - today is no exception. Come down and check out the latest titles we’ve added to the collection.

06/08/2026

There are very little words needed to describe this photo - we’ve had a fantastic delivery of beautiful gonks from Môn Clay! So many wonderful creations ready to find their forever homes, I’m always amazed by the incredible creativity shown every time the gonks come to enjoy their time on the pier.

04/08/2026

Today I’d like to introduce you to two of the new flavours we are stocking from Blasus Welshcakes in collaboration with the Excalibur film:

*Cherries, Brandy & Dark Chocolate
*Chocolate & Toasted Almond

Excalibur is a multi-million pound fantasy feature film being created in Wales, by Wales. It is rooted in Welsh mythology and tells the original story of King Arthur, the Sword of Power, and the wizard-bard who taught him.

The partnership brings together Blasus’ passion for Welsh heritage, craft and food storytelling, alongside the cinematic creativity of this ambitious fantasy film.

The last delivery, I didn’t even get a chance to photograph them before they had been snapped up, so if you’re interested grab them whilst they’re here!

03/08/2026

Calling all Horrible Histories fans - this week’s Book of the Week is especially for you!

Read all about it!

History’s most horrible headlines - the Wales edition: Horrible Histories Wales

Written by the inimitable Terry Deary and illustrated by Martin Brown, this book is crammed full of sensational stories and foul facts. Great for keeping the young historians in your family entertained this summer, and a fun read even for the not so young among us!

31/07/2026

We’re hoping for weather as good as this tomorrow and Sunday!

Next from the Pier Summer Events calendar we have a free children’s Crabbing Competition, taking place this weekend. Come bring your crabbing gear and join us from 2pm on Saturday or Sunday. 2 age categories - 7yrs & under and 8-12yrs old, with prizes to be won. We look forward to seeing what the biggest crab you can catch is!

31/07/2026

Next from the Pier Summer Events calendar we have a free children’s Crabbing Competition, taking place this weekend. Come bring your crabbing gear and join us from 2pm on Saturday or Sunday. 2 categories - 7yrs & under and 8-12yrs old, with prizes to be won. We look forward to seeing what the biggest crab you can catch is!

29/07/2026

If anyone fancies becoming our neighbour on the pier, you have until 5pm on Friday to submit your application - see post for details. The views from the office everyday are absolutely spectacular. Would recommend 100%!

🚨 Applications close this Friday (31 July)! 🚨

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We welcome proposals from businesses that will enhance the visitor experience on Bangor Pier.

To apply, please submit an **Expression of Interest** including:
• A business proposal
• A fully costed business plan
• Details of how your business will benefit Bangor Pier

📧 Expressions of Interest should be emailed to:
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📅 **Closing date: Friday 31 July 2026**

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