On the site you will find information about the city of Bangor, what is happening here as well as some of its background and history. There are links to information about the High Street, to the various attractions in the Bangor area and to forthcoming events in the City. You can also learn about the Bangor City Council, who is your local Councillor and what services the Council provides for the community. There is the timetable for Council and Committee meetings and the minutes of those meetings.
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This weekend , I was honoured to visit Soest, Twin city to Bangor City to celebrate their 1400 year anniversary . As part of this event I have been privileged to meet and share in the celebrations with Soest along with their twin cities from Poland, the Netherlands, France and within Germany and from the Ukraine, the hospitality and friendship from the office of the Mayor of Soest has been amazing, and indeed reassuring that despite Brexit, The City of Bangor has reaffirmed our bonds of friendship and made new friends from across Europe, together we share the commonality of similar issues: Housing, Climate Change, Social Injustices, and the threat of armed conflict.
Town Twining developed as a result of world war 2 as a means to find and foster better relationships between Towns and Cities across Europe and now globally and this weekend has served as a reminder of how vital town twinning relationships are essential to a better future for us now and for our shared future generations across the UK , Europe and globally.
My heartfelt thanks go out to the City of Soest for the opportunity to share in their celebrations and to the people of Soest for their warm welcome , long may our relationship flourish .
Gareth Parry
Mayor of the City of Bangor
Dieses Wochenende hatte ich die Ehre, Soest, die Partnerstadt von Bangor City, zu besuchen, um deren 1400-jähriges Jubiläum zu feiern. Im Rahmen dieser Veranstaltung hatte ich das Privileg, Soest und seine Partnerstädte aus Polen, den Niederlanden, Frankreich, Deutschland und der Ukraine kennenzulernen und an den Feierlichkeiten teilzunehmen. Die Gastfreundschaft und Freundschaft des Bürgermeisterbüros von Soest war unglaublich und es ist in der Tat beruhigend, dass die Stadt Bangor trotz des Brexits unsere Freundschaftsbande bekräftigt und neue Freunde aus ganz Europa gefunden hat. Gemeinsam haben wir ähnliche Probleme: Wohnen, Klimawandel, soziale Ungerechtigkeiten und die Bedrohung durch bewaffnete Konflikte.
Städtepartnerschaften entwickelten sich als Folge des Zweiten Weltkriegs als Mittel, um bessere Beziehungen zwischen Städten und Gemeinden in ganz Europa und jetzt weltweit zu finden und zu fördern, und dieses Wochenende hat uns daran erinnert, wie wichtig Städtepartnerschaften für eine bessere Zukunft für uns jetzt und für unsere gemeinsamen zukünftigen Generationen in Großbritannien, Europa und weltweit sind.
Mein herzlicher Dank gilt der Stadt Soest für die Möglichkeit, an ihren Feierlichkeiten teilzunehmen, und den Menschen in Soest für ihren herzlichen Empfang. Möge unsere Beziehung noch lange gedeihen.
Gareth Parry
Bürgermeister der Stadt Bangor
The Mayor Gareth Parry and Cyngor Dinas Bangor would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Natalie Williams, Kevin Hogan, Dyfed, Hogan Brothers Group, New Life Church, North Wales Africa Society, and Mr. and Mrs. Doo, Bwyd Da, Bangor First for uniting to support the Mayor’s Community Clean-Up Day on Bangor High Street. Thanks to their dedication and love for Bangor City, the hard work of the volunteers, over 30 bags of litter and weeds were collected, making a noticeable difference in the appearance and cleanliness of our High Street. The collective efforts have not only enhanced our community but have also set a powerful example of what can be achieved when we come together. We are truly grateful for your support and commitment.
22 July 2024
It's disappointing to see Bangor City named as one of the UK's worst seaside towns. Such rankings often fail to capture the full picture and the unique charms that make Bangor City so special.
Bangor City is steeped in history , and it’s with no small measure of pride that Bangor City will be celebrating it’s 1500 year anniversary in 2025.
After all Bangor City is the 1st and oldest city in Wales. With landmarks such as St Deiniol’s Cathedral , Pontio arts center and Storiel Galery and Museum offering cultural and educational experiences, Bangor wears it’s heritage and culture with pride.
With stakeholders Bangor University and Coleg Menai , Our City is truly deserving to be known as a City of Learning, Innovation and Vision.
The city also provides breathtaking views of the Menai Strait and serves as a gateway to the natural beauty of Snowdonia National Park and our forebears recognised that in lacking a suitable beach , they found the perfect solution to promenade and take the sea "airs" and built our magnificent victorian pier at Garth Point which now attracts over 80,000 visitors a year.
These ratings can sometimes highlight areas for improvement, offering an opportunity for Bangor City to address its challenges. With concerted efforts from the community and local authorities, Bangor can enhance its infrastructure, promote its historical and natural attractions, and support local businesses to improve the visitor experience.
The resilience and dedication of Bangor’s residents are crucial in transforming perceptions and showcasing the city’s true potential. By leveraging its rich history and natural beauty, Bangor City can strive to become a more attractive and vibrant coastal destination.
Bangor City Council
Mayor 2024/25: Cllr Gareth Parry
Deputy Mayor 2024/25: Cllr Medwyn Hughes
In the annual meeting on the 13/05/24 Councillor Gareth Parry was elected to be this year’s Mayor. Councillor Medwyn Hughes was elected to be Deputy Mayor.
We would like to thank Councillor Elin Walker-Jones for her hard work and devotion to the City of Bangor.
