The Swansea Edit

The Swansea Edit We’re changing our name from We Are Your Local Swansea Bay to The Swansea Edit. Starting something is never easy, but nothing worthwhile doing ever is! Natalie

✨ Your local lifestyle magazine, proudly made in Swansea.
📖 Sharing stories, places, and people that make our city special.
☕ Independent, community-minded, and rooted in real life. It feels like a big step, but it’s one that truly captures who we are and where we’re headed. This change isn’t just about a fresh name – it’s about bringing the heart of Swansea right to you, with both a magazine and an online space dedicated to celebrating our communities, and our local, independent businesses. I’ve always wanted to create something that truly reflects Swansea’s vibrancy, and the people and places that make this city so special and I truly believe The Swansea Edit allows us to do that. Our focus will remain on championing small and local businesses alongside sharing stories and news events from all across Swansea. I’ll admit, there’s been moments of anxiety, nerves, and doubts, but above all, I am so excited and dare I say it, proud to be bringing our magazine to Swansea’s locals. So here I am, bringing a monthly dose of positivity to the doorsteps of Swansea’s residents, wrapped up in 52 glossy pages of inspiring, interesting and valuable content. To everyone who’s been with us so far – thank you! This new chapter is all about deepening our connections and continuing to share Swansea’s incredible stories. To our advertisers old and new, I am so proud to be working with you. Your investment in our magazine enables us to bring it to our readership free, allowing us to reach as many locals as we can without the barrier of cost to buy. To our amazing features writers and contributors - I cannot thank you for having such enthusiasm and excitement for the magazine. I am so elated to have you with us; each one of you brings something fresh to our magazine and for that I am forever grateful. And to my one and only Tony, who quite simply is my calm in the storm. My graphic design whizz, the one who has to listen to all my ramblings, rantings, doubts and crazy ideas. Without him the magazine would just be a pipe dream. You are simply the best. My best decision ever. Here’s to The Swansea Edit, to all of you, and to the journey ahead.

Our young wildlife columnist shared his thoughts on National Zoo Awareness Day, with the team at Plantasia Tropical Zoo
01/09/2026

Our young wildlife columnist shared his thoughts on National Zoo Awareness Day, with the team at Plantasia Tropical Zoo

23/06/2026

It feels like the whole city has headed outdoors today.

If you’re out and about, spare a thought for the people working through it, especially those in hospitality, retail and other customer-facing roles.

It’s a long day when the temperature climbs like this.

Be kind, be patient and don’t forget to drink some water yourself.

Stay cool, Swansea. 🔥

One of the things we love most about The Swansea Edit is introducing our readers to people who make us stop and think di...
19/06/2026

One of the things we love most about The Swansea Edit is introducing our readers to people who make us stop and think differently.

In our latest issue, Isabella Venour || Business Growth & Leadership Advisor explores what marketing really is… and what it isn’t.

No hacks. No gimmicks. No shouting into the void.

Just thoughtful insight into how businesses can build genuine connections, communicate their value more clearly and create marketing that actually feels human.

One line from her article stayed with me:

“The best marketing doesn’t feel like marketing at all. It feels like a conversation you were glad you had.”

If you’re a business owner, freelancer or founder, we’d love to know your thoughts. What aspect of marketing do you find most challenging?

Read Isabella’s full article in the latest issue of The Swansea Edit, in-print and online.

18/06/2026

We’ve had a productive week, but the work never stops.

We would love to have your feedback on the magazine; what’s your favourite feature, which contributor is always a go-to read? We have so many more ideas for articles, but would love to hear your ideas too. Please be kind; we are a fully independent, family-run magazine and bringing it to you is a real labour of love.

Thank you for your support and kind words - they really do mean a lot.

Natalie 🩷

14/06/2026

Every time a new issue lands, I have a little moment.

Not because it’s finished (although that’s always a relief!) but because I know just how many people have helped bring it to life.

The Swansea Edit may be a family-run magazine created by a two-person team, but every issue is filled with the expertise, stories and contributions of some truly brilliant people. Our contributors generously share their knowledge, local businesses trust us with their stories, and our readers continue to support what we’re building.

Most importantly, a huge thank you to our advertising partners. Their support allows us to bring this magazine to Swansea completely free of charge. That support is invaluable, and we never take it for granted.

We are growing, evolving and always looking at ways to improve, but at the heart of it all is the same simple aim: to create something Swansea can feel proud of.

This issue is packed with local stories, inspiring people, practical advice, great food, community news and everything that makes Swansea such a special place to call home.

I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve created together.

Thank you for reading, thank you for sharing, and thank you for being part of it.

Natalie 🩷

For me, it’s always the people.Swansea has this way about it. We can laugh at ourselves, talk to anyone, make a joke out...
11/06/2026

For me, it’s always the people.

Swansea has this way about it. We can laugh at ourselves, talk to anyone, make a joke out of almost anything, and somehow turn the most ordinary moments into something memorable.

It’s the humour, the characters, the conversations in queues, the people who know your aunty, your school, your street, or someone you once worked with your Nan in 1998.

It’s one of the reasons I started this magazine; I love meeting and celebrating the people who make Swansea what it is.

So tell me, what do you think is the most underrated thing about Swansea?

Natalie 🩷

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