The Councillors

Martyn Davies - Chair

I have lived in the Gwersyllt Community all my life. Growing up in Bradley and moving to Summerhill 12 years ago.

The majority of my friends and family live or lived in the Gwersyllt and Bradley area which gives me a strong commitment to serve and help my community.

As well as being a Community councillor for many years I am also deeply involved in the local Community. I am currently Chair of Governors for Gwersyllt CP School and an active member of Bradley Crown Green Bowling Club and their Committee. In past I have also been a parent governor at Ysgol Bryn Alyn.

I am now retired but was a garage equipment engineer in my professional life, dealing with large and complex projects. Therefore, I have the financial and business management experience to support my role as a Community Councillor.

Peter Howell - Vice Chair

Hello, my name is Pete Howell, and I am the County Councillor and Community Councillor for Gwersyllt South Ward. I previously worked in the NHS for 26 years as a Biomedical Scientist, and 18 years for a global Health Care Company with a focus on NHS Wales. My personal outlook is working closely with (and in) the local communities we live in, such as:

• Chair of Trustees at AVOW
• School Governor at Gwersyllt CP School and Ysgol Bryn Alyn
• Run Director at Llangollen parkrun and Alyn Waters junior parkrun
• Friends of Alyn Waters Country Park member

Rhodd Arnold

I moved with my family to Gwersyllt in 2013 and have never regretted the move. Gwersyllt and Wrexham generally is a wonderful place to live - full of community spirit. I became a Community councillor in 2023 and it is a pleasure to help my community.  I work for Wrexham County Borough Council.  I am a parent governor at Ysgol Morgan Llwyd, a member at Capel y Groes and I sing with Côr Ni. I also volunteer with local charities.

John Beadle.

The Community Councillor does not wish to participate in giving a biography

Aled Canter

The Community Councillor does not wish to participate in giving a biography.

Annette Davies

I have lived in Gwersyllt my entire life, I am extremely proud of our village.

I have been serving on Gwersyllt Community Council since 2017. I am currently the Elected Member for Gwersyllt West and I am a Local Authority School Governor at Ysgol Heulfan.

Karl Davies

I was born in Hazel Avenue and lived there until I bought my house on Wheatsheaf Lane in 1988. I joined Gwersyllt Community Council in June 2023, I feel privileged to be serving on the Community Council.

David Edwards

I was born in Bradley and attended Gwersyllt CP and Bryn Alyn schools. After school I joined the Forces and served for 24yrs in the 1stThe Queen’s Dragon Guards, on leaving the forces I returned to Bradley, and have been involved in the community ever since, I currently work in Ysgol Bryn Alyn, I have also been chair of governors for both Gwersyllt CP and Bryn Alyn.

I am committed and very passionate about supporting our community, the youth and its future.

David Griffiths

The Community Councillor does not wish to participate in giving a biography. 

Arfon Jones

Arfon Jones has lived in the Gwersyllt area for nearly 40 years. He is married to Gwenfair and has two daughters and four grandchildren. Arfon retired from North Wales Police in 2008 after serving over 30 years. He was first elected to both Gwersyllt Community Council and to Wrexham County Borough Council in the same year. He remained a County Councillor for Gwersyllt West ward until 2017. Arfon was also elected as the Police and Crime Commissioner for North Wales Police in 2016 and served one term retiring in 2021. In addition to his community council work Arfon also volunteers with Llais Cymru the independent body giving a voice to health and social care users on planning and delivery of services. Arfon is also on the management committee of Noddfa in Dodds Lane which is an assessment and early intervention centre for children and young people. Arfon has served as the chair of the Community Council for two productive years and is a fluent Welsh speaker.

Arthur Jones

Born in Hope village and I moved to Gwersyllt in 1969, attended Castell High School and Wrexham College of Engineering.

I am married with two sons and during my working life I worked for National Coal Board, Brook Hirst, British steel and Fibreglass.

My interests include Gardening, walking in the local area and Gwersyllt Park Cricket Club.

Gwenfair Jones

Gwenfair Jones has lived in the Gwersyllt area since 1985 and has worked for over 30 years both at Ysbyty Maelor and as a District Nurse and having retired she returned as a Covid Vaccinator during the pandemic. She is married to Arfon and has two daughters and is a Nain to four grandchildren. Gwenfair was first elected to Gwersyllt Community Council in 2012 and was also elected County Councillor for Gwersyllt West in 2017 and served one term. 

Gwenfair is also a School Governor at Ysgol Bro Alun and is also the chair of the Gwersyllt Resource Centre Management Committee. She is also a fluent Welsh speaker.

Sheelagh Jones

The Community Councillor does not wish to participate in giving a biography. 

Tina Mannering

I have Employed local people for 16 years in Gwersyllt Club Cars taxis from 2009 and then a further 10 years in the local Bradley Village shop. During this time I have happily supported our community and surrounding area, and continue to do so. Especially as the village continues to grow and face both challenges and opportunities. It is vitally important that we provide facilities for all ages and families through the community council. My children and grandchildren are all fluent Welsh speakers and I am very proud of the schools in our community. I am a Trustee for Wrexham Youth Play and Provision. School Governor for Ysgol Heulfan. Chair of Wauns Carnival. County Councillor for Gwersyllt East Ward and Deputy Mayor of Wrexham. I have a love for horses and look forward to working alongside others on local matters and making a safe environment for residents to call home.

Sarah Squires

I am a local girl who was brought up in Bradley, I worked in the Village shop for several years which allowed me to meet and made a lot of good friends. I currently work in the Social Care sector and provide care for the elderly. I am a Community Councillor for the Gwersyllt South Ward.

I am still finding my feet within this role and I am very much looking forward to helping and supporting the local residents, offering support and guidance where I can and making a difference to the area in which I live.

David Thomas

Hello, my name is David Thomas. Originally from Ynys Môn and a fluent Welsh Speaker, I have lived in the Gwersyllt area for 10 years. I am married, with three boys. I work as a Pensions Manager for the NHS.

Outside of work, I am a grassroots and Futsal volunteer coach, and a committee member of CPD Dinas Wrecsam. I am a season ticket holder at Wrexham AFC and follow the Cymru international football team regularly.

It’s a privilege to serve my local community on Gwersyllt Community Council.

Michael Wilde

The Community Councillor does not wish to participate in giving a biography

Dennis Wynne

I have lived and worked in Gwersyllt for over 53 years, and have been an active member of the Community Council since 1984, being part of the Community to which I and my family have lived in.

With experience of School governance, Trade Unions, Management Committee for the Local Resource Centre and the representative of The Labour Party for this area.

Dave Sheridan

Dave started his role as Clerk to the Community Council in April 2023.

Clare Challinor

Clare started her role as Administration Officer in support of the Clerk to the Community Council in November 2023.