Llandudno could be the next home for one of Wales’ first ever whiskey distilleries.

Penderyn Distillery boss Stephen Davies revealed the company will be expanding into other areas of the country in the near future and plans for a Llandudno-based site were among them.

Plans for Llandudno include a retail outlet, visitor centre and training hub for workshops, helping to spread the popular brand across the country, reaffirming its patriotic identity.

A Penderyn spokesperson, in a statement to the Pioneer, said: "We can confirm that Penderyn hopes to open a new distillery in Llandudno.

"No site has been announced as yet and we will continue our conversations with Conwy County Borough Council and a range of other stakeholders as we refine our plans.

"We hope to be in a position to make an announcement on our exciting new developments in the autumn."

Mr Davies, speaking at a 20Twenty Business Growth Programme conference in Wrexham, said despite a bumpy start to the business, it had now become very successful and produced "authentic and top quality" products.

He added: “We have grown to the point where turnover is around £11m and we employ 50 workers, so we are looking further afield.

“Our customer base has also grown - Harrods, Asda, Tesco, Waitrose and other supermarket giants all stock our premium products - and venues including the Ritz and Savoy hotels in London.

“But our Welsh roots are so important to us; we started with no money for marketing but realised that if you don’t invest you have no future.

“We believe in the product and have a passionate team with a fabulous brand which tells a story that resonates with people, especially here in Wales.”