A Builth Wells Slimming World group has welcomed its 90th new member of 2026.

Consultant Anna James said the milestone was a sign of the continued support and commitment among members of the group.

The group has also been named Slimming World Group of the Month three times this year, in January, May and July.

Anna said each new member had their own reasons for joining.

“Every new member who walks through our doors has their own reason for being there,” she said.

“They might want to lose weight, feel healthier, gain confidence, fit into an outfit they love, or simply feel more like themselves again.

“Whatever their reason, taking that first step is something to be celebrated.”

Anna said she was particularly proud of the community that had developed within the group.

“Winning Group of the Month three times this year has been absolutely incredible,” she said.

“But the thing that makes me most proud is the community behind those awards.

“It’s the members who turn up each week, support each other, share ideas, celebrate successes and pick each other up when things don’t go quite to plan.”

She said joining a group for the first time could be daunting, but members were made welcome.

“You don’t have to be ‘ready’. You don’t have to have had a perfect week. You don’t have to know what you’re doing,” she said.

“You just have to be willing to take that first step and we’ll help with the rest.”

The group meets at The Strand Hall in Builth Wells every Thursday, with sessions at 5:30pm and 7pm.

Anna is now looking forward to seeing what the rest of 2026 brings.

“Our 90th new member has reminded me just how many people are out there who are thinking about making a change,” she said.