L-R Andrea Devoy, Office Manager at Dawsons’ Morriston branch, Tracy Sturgess, Associate at Dawson’s Morriston Branch, James Smale, Senior Negotiator at Dawson’s Morriston Branch, Delyth Gough, Trustee of Ty Olwen Trust, Helen Murray, Chairman of Ty Olwen Trust, and Dr Owain Thomas

Dawsons’ staff raise money for Ty Olwen Hospice through special Wimbledon tennis event

After raising money from a special Wimbledon spot-the-ball competition generous Dawsons staff have donated a cheque to Ty Olwen Hospice at Morriston Hospital for £1,575.43.

Staff in all Dawsons’ offices and branches held the event in the final week of Wimbledon fortnight to raise the funds.

“We are incredibly grateful for the staff of Dawsons, and especially the Morriston branch, for presenting us with this very generous donation,” said Helen Murray, Chairman of Ty Olwen Trust.

“We couldn’t run Ty Olwen if it wasn’t for kind people like Dawsons’ staff for helping us raise some of the £420,000 we need to maintain the service we give.”

It is part of Dawsons’ continued pledge to raise money for community charities. Recently the Llanelli branch took part in the inaugural Burry Port Raft Race, sponsored by the estate agent, raising money for the RNLI and an African football charity.

“I have to give a big thank you to all our staff and particularly those in Morriston who raised this money for Ty Olwen with the Wimbledon tennis event,” said Chris Hope, Senior Partner at Dawsons.

“I think everyone knows someone affected by cancer and we should all be grateful for the wonderful work Ty Olwen does at Morriston Hospital in caring for people with cancer.”

CAPTION: L-R Andrea Devoy, Office Manager at Dawsons’ Morriston branch, Tracy Sturgess, Associate at Dawson’s Morriston Branch, James Smale, Senior Negotiator at Dawson’s Morriston Branch, Delyth Gough, Trustee of Ty Olwen Trust, Helen Murray, Chairman of Ty Olwen Trust, and Dr Owain Thomas.

L-R Dawsons’ Mumbles Branch Manager Emma Bolton, Mumbles RFC Chairman Simon Evans, and Tom Hope of Dawsons’ Fine and Country Department

Dawsons continues longstanding sponsorship of Mumbles RFC’s Cracker Sevens

Dawsons Estate Agent is delighted to be continuing their longstanding sponsorship of the ever-popular Cracker Sevens at Mumbles RFC this year.

As always the three-day festival of rugby takes place over the Bank Holiday from August 25-27 in Underhill Park, Mumbles.

Organiser Martin Rodwell of Mumbles RFC has seen Dawsons loyal sponsorship span more than two decades, and feels Dawsons has played a key role in helping to make the event flourish year on year.

James Dawsons, a Partner at Dawsons, has been associated with the tournament for many years, having played in the event in his youth and as a sponsor.

“Being a player in the Cracker Sevens and to then go on to sponsor the event year on year is a privilege,” said James.

“The event is an annual must for my family and our business associates alike, and is a thoroughly enjoyable event come rain or shine.”

New Mumbles RFC Chairman Simon Evans, who is pictured with Dawsons’ Mumbles Branch Manager Emma Bolton and Tom Hope of Dawsons’ Fine and Country Department.

Simon said: “The Cracker Sevens has become an integral part of the Mumbles social fabric for 28 years and like Martin all at the club are really grateful for Dawsons’ sponsorship and input again this year.”

The actual Cracker Sevens tournament begins at noon on Sunday, August 27 with a cash prize for both the ladies and men’s tournament.  That is after a junior and mini’s tournament and family fun day on Saturday.

There will be a barbeque and beer tent at Underhill and a live music playing after the rugby.

Caption: L-R Dawsons’ Mumbles Branch Manager Emma Bolton, Mumbles RFC Chairman Simon Evans, and Tom Hope of Dawsons’ Fine and Country Department

2 Pen y Waun Cottages, Felindre

Dawsons delighted to present a true one-off property

It’s not often a property as unique and charming as 2 Pen y Waun cottages comes onto the market. Jenny White paid a visit.

It’s hard to believe a home as tranquil and picturesque as 2 Pen y Waun Cottages could exist just a mile and a half from the M4 and a short drive from Swansea City Centre and other key locations including Morriston Hospital and Swansea University’s Bay Campus.

Set in pretty Felindre, the house has the added benefit of stunning reservoir walks nearby and a pub in the village – yet it feels as though it exists in its own rural idyll, with green fields all around, a pond and nearly an acre of gardens.

Sian O’Neill and her husband Hugh have helped raise ten grandchildren here, and it’s been a wonderful place for the children to play and explore. The house itself was originally a barn for the adjoining farmhouse and later became a row of miners’ cottages, before being converted into the four-bedroom family home it is today.

“It’s a wonderful home as it is but, there is potential to do so much with it,” says Sian. “We have space to add more bedrooms, and it could quite easily be converted into two properties, or into a B&B.”

In its present form, the house is a spacious and truly characterful family home that combines the charm of a cottage with the all luxury of space. From the large, light entrance hall to the vast main lounge, it really allows space to spread out and unwind. It’s also wonderful for entertaining.

“We’ve had some great parties here,” says Sian. “We can easily feed 15 in the lounge, and the garden makes it easy to hold bigger gatherings: we had our wedding reception here and Hugh, who was a member of Morriston Orpheus Choir, has hosted choir barbeques here. We have a lot of land for parking and in the evening it’s lovely to sit people around fires in the garden.”

Another huge bonus is that the property is so tranquil. A tall hedge separates it from the neighbouring house, meaning you feel entirely secluded, and the garden backs onto green fields.

“We’ve really enjoyed the peace and quiet,” says Sian. “We’ve also loved that it is such an interesting house – it has a lovely interior.”

The accommodation is highly flexible: as Hugh now has difficulty getting around, he has his own ground floor room and bathroom, and the first floor has a long walk-in attic running alongside the hallway which could easily be converted to add more bedrooms.

After spending a quarter of a century there, Sian and Hugh will be sad to leave, but the need to be closer to family is forcing the move.

“It’s been a perfect place to live, and I think it will appeal to a lot of people, from a multigenerational family to someone who wants to develop it or turn it into a business,” says Sian. “The lovely thing about it is that you have all the benefit and seclusion of living in the country but you have the city and excellent transport links nearby.”

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Don’t Just Move, Relocate – Dawsons has the necessary industry credentials

If you are thinking about moving to a new area, near or far away, then Dawsons is the estate agent for you.

As members of Relocation Agent Network, we have been hand picked as being, in Relocation Agent Network’s opinion, South West Wales’ local expert. This means that Dawsons has met the RAN’s strict criteria to become a Relocation Agent, such as quality of service, local knowledge and professionalism.

Offering You an Additional Channel of Buyer

Relocation Agent Network is a national network of estate agents selected by Cartus, the world’s premier provider of relocation services. Cartus uses Dawsons to help relocating families move, so when you choose Dawsons, you could potentially be marketed to these relocating buyers.

A recent survey conducted by Relocation Agent Network amongst its members, found that the most common reason for people to relocate around England, Scotland and Wales was for employment purposes (26%). Followed by people wanting to be closer to family and friends (25%) and financial reasons (19%).

With out of town buyers an important source of potential purchaser for your property, be sure to choose an estate agent like us, who has access to them!

Dawsons is South West wales’ Only ‘Local Expert’

Only one estate agent in any given area is selected to join Relocation Agent Network as a ‘Local Expert’ and Dawsons can provide you with expert local advice, wherever you are moving to. Even if you are planning to buy a property outside of your area, we can contact that area’s local Relocation Agent, who can provide the same high standard of service as we do. If you are thinking of moving why not give us a call and experience the relocation difference for yourself.

Visit www.relocation-agent-network.co.uk for more information on what our Network membership really means.

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Dawsons’ video celebrating special charity day at Burry Port Raft Race

Our hearty crew may not have won the Dawsons-sponsored Burry Port Raft Race and we didn’t even get on the podium.

But it’s the taking part right?

Matthew, Joe, Erich and David won plenty of fans especially Matthew and Joe who completed the race in shirt and tie.

It was a brilliant day that raised money for the RNLI and Afia Banjul Children’s Football Academy in The Gambia.

“It was a fantastic day and we were delighted to be the main sponsors of the event,” said Chris Hope, Dawsons’ Senior Partner.

“There were 100s of people there to support the race and the crowds were two or three deep on the quayside cheering on the rafts.

“Unfortunately, our raft team did not win but it’s a huge thank you to our team of Matthew, Joe, Erich and David for taking part and finishing.

“And a big thank you also has to go to the staff in the Llanelli lettings and sales teams for all the hard work they did behind the scenes.”