
South West Wales News, Events & Opportunities

Stop the Economic Leak: South West Wales Leaders Call for ‘Whole Value’ Procurement to Keep Wealth Local
It’s Your Pembrokeshire 2026 brought together businesses, community groups, social enterprises, public bodies, young people, educators, volunteers and local organisations from across the county, for a day of discussion at The Queen's Hall in Narberth. The purpose of the day was to create space for people to connect, share what they are seeing on the ground, and identify the issues and opportunities that matter most for Pembrokeshire’s future.

It’s Your Pembrokeshire 2026 Report
It’s Your Pembrokeshire 2026 brought together businesses, community groups, social enterprises, public bodies, young people, educators, volunteers and local organisations from across the county, for a day of discussion at The Queen's Hall in Narberth. The purpose of the day was to create space for people to connect, share what they are seeing on the ground, and identify the issues and opportunities that matter most for Pembrokeshire’s future.

Pembrokeshire: Choose Local
The new Choose Local Directory from 4theRegion features businesses and organisations rooted in Pembrokeshire, collaborating for the county. Pick up your copy today!

Swansea: Choose Local
When we choose local, something powerful happens. Money circulates, jobs are supported, relationships are built, and confidence grows. That’s what this 4theRegion Directory is all about. Pick up your copy!

POSITIVE LOCAL MEDIA: Why it matters more than ever!
This is the report of the online conversation held in March 2026, bringing together 4theRegion members to discuss ...

It’s Your Swansea 2026 Report
It’s Your Swansea 2026 brought together businesses, community groups, social enterprises, public bodies, young people, educators, volunteers and local organisations from across the county, for a day of discussion and networking. The purpose of the day was to create space for people to connect, share their ideas and perspectives on Swansea's future, and support local businesses and organisations in the city.

Positive News and Local Media – Online Discussion
Thursday 16th April 2026
1pm-2:30pm Online Event
Join us to connect with those working to tell new stories in South West Wales.

Swansea Start-Up Expo 2026
Thurs 12th March 2026........
Back for a third year, this event welcomes anyone who is thinking of starting a business - or already on their start-up journey - to come and meet the people and organisations who can support you! Part of It's Your Swansea.

Directory
Discover the new County Directories that connect South West Wales. 4theRegion is launching a series of four printed books, backed by an online Directory, to champion the businesses, organisations and groups that make our region tick - and we are inviting YOU to be part of it for just £50!

What is an Open Agenda?
Open Agenda - Putting Shared Conversation at the Heart of Our Events. 4theRegion facilitates events in a special way, to encourage shared conversations among participants, rather than passive listening. This deep dive explains why this is important to us, and how it works in practice.

Six Weeks to Go Until Swansea’s Open Agenda Conference
We are delighted to announce our landmark conference It’s Your Swansea 2026, taking place on Thursday 12 March ...

Its Your Swansea 2026
Connect with YOUR city at this major annual event for the people, businesses and organisations of Swansea
Our ...

December Regional Round-Up 2025
Read about shopping local, drones, wind farms, Aladdin, and so much more!

November Regional Round-Up 2025
Read about renewable energy, art exhibitions, dinosaurs, butter chicken tacos, and so much more!

Green Economy 2025
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