New developments to our operation here at Crest
Did you know Llandudno Junction has its very own community radio station broadcasting 24 hours a day, seven days a week?Crest Community Radio, based at Ferry Farm Road in Llandudno Junction, has been providing a round-the-clock live service since December 2024. While Crest Radio was established in 2020, it has only recently launched its full … Read more
On Tuesday 27th of May, the Vinici Facilities team and some of their family members came down to Crest to volunteer their time for the day. As a part of the organisations annual Stand Out Make A Difference events the team emerged themselves in all things Crest. From helping out in our poly tunnels growing … Read more
Since re-launching live on December 16, 2024, Crest Community Radio has experienced steady growth, building its presence and expanding its reach within the community. February saw a notable 43% increase in listeners compared to January, marking a significant milestone in the station’s journey.
Crest Cooperative has announced that they are now operating an electric vehicle, the first in the organisation’s fleet. With support from the National Lottery, Crest has purchased our first electric van and installed fast charging equipment at Crest’s Reuse Hub. This fast-charging station is hooked up to the solar panels already installed at the site … Read more
In a heartwarming tale of community collaboration and creativity, an old pharmacy portable cabin, kindly donated to Crest by Asda, has undergone a remarkable transformation. Becoming a brand-new workshop for individuals with additional learning needs, supported by Crest’s Supported Ability Placement (SAP) department. Following what an individual involved in the project described as a “labour … Read more
Crest have recently acquired a site in Pabo Lane, Llandudno Junction. In what was an ex-Jewsons store, the building is has recently been developed into a purpose-built Reuse Facility. At the site, Crest staff and volunteers will invest in re-use infrastructure and further test, clean and reuse more white goods which will then be sold … Read more
Big update on collections services via Crest: Crest can collect your Bulky Waste on behalf of Conwy Council. To book a waste collection please call 01492 575337 or click here – https://bit.ly/36hDJFJ Also, Crest’s office has reopened as of the 1st July. We can now take in bookings of donations. To book a collection, please … Read more
Crest Co-operative in Llandudno Junction have recently launched a radio station to aid those with learning difficulties and disabilities. Labelled “Crest Radio”, the radio station will be available to listen to live via the Crest Co-operative website and through the shops on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 2-4pm. Rod Williams, General Operations Manager of Crest … Read more
Shropshire resale and recycling social enterprise Reviive is celebrating a successful twelve month trading arrangement with a North Wales based co-operative which supplies white goods to its retail stores in Shrewsbury and Oswestry. A member of the Reuse Network, Llandudno based Crest Co-operative was established in 1998 to help disabled and unemployed people increase their … Read more
Crest Co-operative gave Hannah Blythyn AM a very warm welcome to the Llandudno Junction shop and head office today. Hannah, minister and member of the Welsh Assembly in Delyn had a meeting with senior managers Jay Martin and Rod Williams, before having a tour around the premises. Here are some pictures of the walk and talk … Read more