Wildfox Resorts Afan Valley delivery team led by Salamanca Group have been given formal planning permission by Neath Port Talbot Council.
Salamanca Group are pleased to announce that, following the signing of the required legal agreement, Neath Port Talbot Council has today formally granted planning permission for the Wildfox Resorts Afan Valley development. Together, we will continue to ensure that proposals sensitively respond to the environment and generate socio-economic benefits for the local communities.
Martin Bellamy, Chairman and CEO of the Salamanca Group, commented: “I am delighted to have received a positive decision from Neath Port Talbot Council. This is an important milestone and I look forward to working with the council and local stakeholders to progress the project this year. We will want to work at pace to turn our vision into reality and create a new asset for tourism in Wales.”
The Leader of Neath Port Talbot Council, Councillor Ted Latham, commented: “I am delighted that, following the successful conclusion of the legal agreement, we have given formal approval to this potentially transformational new leisure development. Neath Port Talbot Council is committed to the regeneration and transformation of the Afan Valley and we are excited about the potential of the Wildfox Resort to help achieve this.”
Neath Port Talbot Council Chief Executive, Karen Jones, expanded: “The members of the team behind the Wildfox Resort have firmly demonstrated to me their passion and commitment, not only to delivering a scheme which has the potential to drive economic recovery and invest in the landscape, but also to creating a new generation of training and job opportunities to inspire our community and local businesses.”
About Salamanca Group
Salamanca Group is a London-based strategic investor focused on identifying and investing in transformational opportunities across real estate, energy, and infrastructure. We drive economic uplift by creating employment hubs for clean growth industries and addressing the critical need for high-quality homes and leisure environments, all with a commitment to generating positive social impact.
We partner closely with governments, industries, and local communities to develop strategic sites that align with our investment themes. Through our vision and expertise, we transform underutilized locations into globally competitive destinations.
Our work ensures that leading global companies are drawn to invest in the UK, establishing economic hubs that deliver sustainable employment for future generations while fostering long-term economic prosperity and growth.