From sports clubs to family centres offering vital support, 14
community settings across Wales will be given a new lease of
life, thanks to a new £3m investment from the Welsh Government.
The Community Facilities Programme grant helps transform spaces
where people gather, learn new skills and access support when
they need it most.
Tumble Family Centre has received £300,000 from the fund to help
give them a proper home after years of making do in a condemned
portacabin and then temporary accommodation. The Family Centre
supports children, families and young people in Tumble and the
wider community within the Gwendraeth Valley, offering free play
sessions, activities, advice and friendship - from baby massage
and sensory play to youth clubs, family groups and community
outings.
Speaking on behalf of the Tumble Family Centre trustees,
Anna Durran said: “Staff and trustees here at Tumble
Family Centre are delighted to be a part of the project. This
funding from the Welsh Government community facilities fund
ensures security for the family centre for many years to come and
enables us to continue supporting children, families and young
people in our community.
“We thank the Welsh Government for its confidence in our vision,
and its support will secure the progression of this project which
will provide the community with a wonderful, much needed
facility. We are excited to be part of it.”
The Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, , recently visited Tumble
to meet the volunteers and families who bring the centre to life.
She said: "During my visit to Tumble, I heard fantastic stories
about how the Family Centre has created a vibrant hub where
people come together, share experience and support each other
whilst having a good time.
“This investment isn't just about improving buildings – it's
about strengthening communities across Wales. People need
accessible places on their doorstep where they can join
activities, get advice, and solve problems together. I'm
delighted to support these creative local solutions that make
such a difference to everyday lives."
Notes to editors
Image caption: Tumble Family Centre Trustee, Anna Durran, and
Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, , at Tumble Family Centre 1 May
2025.
Other projects funded in the latest round of funding from the
Community Facilities Programme:
Able Radio, Torfaen: £210,000 towards replacing the roof on the
former primary school in which the project is based and to
install solar panel to reduce energy costs.
Afan United Football Club, Neath Port Talbot: £300,000 towards
upgrading an existing 3G pitch, LED floodlighting, fencing and
creating a new community hub.
Promo Cymru, Blaenau Gwent: £132,000 to replace the aging heating
system at the Ebbw Vale Institute (EVI).
South Wales Islamic Centre, Cardiff: £293,000 towards upgrading
its facilities including solar panels, new accessible toilets,
replacement heating and an extension to the building.
Our Lady of Margam Community Hall, Neath Port Talbot: £179,000
towards upgrading their community hall to ensure it is fit for
the future.
Cardiff Muslim Primary School, Cardiff: £300,000 towards proving
sports facilities including a MUGA, refurbishing Raglan House to
support a wide range of community activities and events.
The Hwb, Torfaen: £299,965 towards refurbishment, including
multi-functional community rooms, new toilets, solar panels,
replacement heating and car park improvements.
Rhosneigr Sports Club, Anglesey: £65,000 towards the cost of
clearing waste ground to create and padel tennis court and a
bio-diversity garden.
Tywi Gateway Trust, Carmarthenshire: £300,000 towards bringing
back a Victorian walled garden. The project will include
rebuilding three glass houses to provide a space which can be
used by the community. The garden will be used by a variety of
groups included people with learning difficulties.
Creigiau Recreation Charity, Cardiff: £300,000 towards providing
an extension to their existing community facility which will
allow them to increase capacity for community use.
CETMA, Carmarthenshire: £250,000 towards purchasing a shop, post
office and living accommodation. The shop has a large back-room
space which will be used by the community. The post office will
be protected from closure and the accommodation will be offered
for rent.
Menter Cilycwm, Carmarthenshire: £300,000 towards refurbishing
and extending a listed chapel. The small community has recently
lost its pub and its school. The chapel is being used by the
community despite currently having no running water or toilets.
Cardiff YMCA Housing Association, Cardiff: £15,955 towards the
cost of furniture for Bedford Place, a brand new housing
development aimed at 18-24 year-olds facing homelessness.
