Tribute in the heart of the city
According to the council, construction of Mowbray Yard will start this month after the appointment of Horan Construction Ltd as the main contractor. The courtyard, which the council says will feature trees, planting and new street furniture, is intended to provide a calm and welcoming space between The Kingsway and Oxford Street.
Council Leader Rob Stewart said:
“We’re delighted to confirm the appointment of a contractor to deliver Mowbray Yard – a beautiful new courtyard that will stand as a lasting tribute to Huw. His dedication, energy and vision helped shape many of Swansea’s most significant regeneration projects in recent years, so it’s only fitting that this space bears his name.”
A career that transformed Swansea
The council notes that Mr Mowbray, who died in 2023 aged 59, was a father of two and a long‑serving officer. Officials say he played a central role in delivering landmark schemes including the Swansea.com Stadium, Swansea Arena and the revamp of Wind Street.
Part of wider regeneration
Swansea Council says Mowbray Yard is due for completion in spring 2026. The courtyard will sit behind the new 71/72 Kingsway office development, which the authority describes as a key part of the city centre regeneration programme and part‑funded by the Swansea Bay City Deal.
The council says 80% of the office space at 71/72 Kingsway is now let, with hundreds of staff from companies including TUI and Futures First already moved in. Officials add that further tenants will be announced in the coming weeks.
Spare a thought to new housing projects that we so desperately need in Swansea.