Theme Park Among Finalists for Swansea Bay Awards

28 May, 2015

THEME PARK AMONG FINALISTS FOR SWANSEA BAY AWARDS
Oakwood Theme Park is among the finalists for the annual Swansea Bay Awards.
The Canaston Bridge park has been shortlisted for Tourism Attraction of the Year 2015 for Carmarthenshire.
Oakwood Theme Park’s newly-appointed Park Director, Gary Davies, said: “Everyone here was absolutely delighted when they heard the news we had been shortlisted for the final of this prestigious regional award.
“Personally it was a lovely way to start my tenure here at Oakwood but more importantly it means a great deal to all of us and, especially to the other members of the team who have been working so hard over recent years to constantly improve and develop all aspects of the visitor experience here,” he added.
The other finalists are WWT National Wetlands Centre and Folly Farm.
The Swansea Bay Awards is an annual event which recognises the amazing work done on a daily basis by individuals and businesses throughout South West Wales.
The 2015 Awards will be the third annual event and will take place at The Brangwyn Hall in Swansea in October.
With more than 30 separate categories, the awards cover a host of different individuals and organisations across South West Wales. Among the other categories are: Fundraiser of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Emergency Services Award, Teacher of the Year and Carer of the Year.
Around 300 people are expected to attend the 2015 Awards to help recognise the amazing efforts done within local communities.
Set in 90 acres of spectacular countryside Oakwood is Wales’ biggest family adventure attraction with more than 30 exhilarating rides and amazing experiences to discover.
A unique combination of attractions includes world-class roller, tower and sky coasters, spectacular family rides, children’s themed play areas and so much more.
• Oakwood Theme Park, Canaston Bridge, Narberth, Pembrokeshire SA67 8DE. Please call 01834 815170 or visit www.oakwoodthemepark.co.uk for more information.
Issued by Oakwood Theme Park. For more information and to arrange interview and picture/filming opportunities with Gary Davies please contact Clare Stansfield on 01834 815170 or email ClareS@oakwoodthemepark.co.uk .