From his bustling chippy in the heart of the town, proprietor Will Huntley enjoys a prime vantage point to gauge the seaside town's economic health. His Mermaid Fish Bar sits amid expansive seafront car parks that were packed to the brim last summer. With a peak season blessed by endless sunshine, this came as little shock. More surprisingly, Barmouth's parking bays are now brimming throughout the winter months, with Will spotting some unfamiliar faces amongst his customers. "We're getting a