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Exciting Expansion to Larger Premises!

Author Karen Woodcock | 20 July 2026

After more than five fantastic years of keeping local residents looking and feeling their absolute best, the HERsalon has officially expanding into larger, beautifully upgraded premises right in the heart of Newport.
This move marks an exciting new chapter, offering clients a spacious, modern, and luxury salon experience while continuing to deliver the top-tier hair artistry they have become famous for.

The doors to the gorgeous new High Street premises are officially open, and the team cannot wait to welcome both old friends and new faces into the chair!

Great News—Combinations is Back!

Author Karen Woodcock | 06 July 2026

The wait is almost over! Combinations on St Mary’s Street is opening its doors soon, and we can’t wait to welcome back their famous breakfast baps!

It’s all about creating your perfect breakfast. Choose your base, choose your fillings, and make it your own.

Choose Your Base - The Bakery: Sourdough, Gluten-Free, French Stick, Panini, White/Brown Sliced, Wrap, or White/Brown Roll. Watching the carbs? Go for the No Breadoption!

Choose Your Fillings - Bacon • Sausage • Hot Pork (Proper Meat!) • Fried Egg • Scrambled Egg • Hashbrown • Black Pudding • Tomato • Mushroom • Baked Beans • Cheese

All locally sourced produce and home cooked.

They'll also be serving up hot pork baps, fresh paninis,Salad boxes and French sticks throughout the day. It makes me hungry just typing this—get ready to build your perfect combination!

Plannining application Alert

Author Karen Woodcock | 26 June 2026

6 Baddeley Court, High Street, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7AD The previous Snuggery Tap premises

Description: Application under section 192 for a certificate of lawfulness for proposed development for change of use from micro pub (use class A4) to mobile phone repair shop (use class E). More information to follow, watch this space.