What's On Aberaeron

This is a Welsh language evening of cabaret and comedy hosted by the three sisters from Sorela, who will be joined by special guests.

An intriguing new Welsh language play for the current generation by one of our most talented young writers, and winner of the Drama Medal at the Monmouthshire and District National Eisteddfod, 2016. Estron was performed for the first time in the Cwt Drama at the Anglesey National Eisteddfod, 2017.

This will be the first time our visitors will be able to appreciate the highly anticipated launch of Llanerchaeron’s Petticoats of Power. Dress in your Sunday best and come and enjoy refreshments, relaxation and games on the lawn to celebrate the contribution of the estates’ wonderful women.

A new Welsh-language stage play by Meleri Wyn James for 6-11 year olds and their families, based on her popular children’s books ‘Na, Nel!’. The novels follows Nel, the mischievous young girl with an exciting imagination as she faces all sorts of fun and adventures.

Lampeter Farmers’ Market is held between 9am and 2pm on the High Street on alternate Fridays (some exceptions - see dates). Marchnad Ffermwyr Llambed yn cael ei gynnal bob yn ail ddydd Gwener rhwng 9am a 2pm (rhai eithriadau - gweler y dyddiadau).

Calling all Ladies and accompanying gentleman! Join us this Ladies Day for an exclusive launch of ’Petticoats of Power’. This will be the first time our visitors will be able to appreciate the highly anticipated launch of Llanerchaeron’s Petticoats of Power.

Come and immerse yourself in the stories of the women of Llanerchaeron. In 2018 the National Trust’s National Public Programme is putting the spotlight on Women in Power.

Starting in beautiful seaside town of Aberaeron on the Ceredigion Coast, this 21 mile route goes inland on the old railway line up to the Llanerchaeron estate, from there the route takes you through woodlands, fields and quiet roads along the Aeron Valley.

Sheila will be exhibiting original paintings inspired by the Cardigan Bay coastline and its hinterland. There will also be miniature originals of Welsh dancer and musician and cards. Sheila will be exhibiting with local artist Gary Hiscott.

public auction of all things household, furniture, collectables, antique, garden tools and accessories, blankets, pictures, jewellry, ceramics, books, records etc. viewing from 9 a.m.

Join the Mid Teifi Textile Hooking Group to enjoy the creative craft of rug making. Sessions will include hands on demonstrations and the chance to try out the skills yourself including rug hooking, peg loom weaving and locker hooking. The group meet on Saturdays (fortnightly) and everyone is welcome.

This tour follows a selection of rough tracks in the wilderness of the Ceredigion uplands, passing several small lakes and ruined farms well as the large reservoirs. Its a half day tour with as little tarmac as possible. Tours start in Devils Bridge or Aberystwyth..

Lovely sloping 1½ acre garden, views of the Cambrian mountains. Embraces its natural features with different levels, 2 ponds, unusual shade loving plants, borders, bog gardens merging into carefully managed informal areas. Banks of rhododendrons, azaleas.

Tailor made and inspiring art workshops set in the beautiful Cambrian Mountains not far from Cardigan Bay. One to Five days, book as many or as few as you want.

Tailor made and inspiring art workshops set in the beautiful Cambrian Mountains not far from Cardigan Bay. One to Five days, book as many or as few as you want.

Turn back the clock as your board our steam train and travel in style to Devils Bridge where our theme continues at The Hafod Hotel. Dance the night away to swinging jazz music and enjoy an elegant cocktail and 20’s themed buffet.

Carreg Bica are friends and neighbours who live on either side of the river Teifi. Working with the inherited music of their environs and the intertwined textures of their instruments, they explore the musical possibilities of native melody.

Race for Life Event - 10K event Distance - 10k (or just over 6 miles) may sound a little daunting but it is an achievable challenge for anyone with a bit of training. If you’ve taken on a 5k event before then this is a great distance to try and push yourself further. This is helping to beat cancer.

Marking the centenary of the First World War, All Quiet on the Western Front follows a group of enthusiastic German youths who eagerly go off fight in WW1 but soon discover the horrors of combat. Considered to be one of the most powerful war movies of all time.

Location : North Parade, Aberystwyth Held on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month, this award-winning Farmers Market is one of the largest farmers markets in Wales hosting up to 30 stalls. In 2014, the Aberystwyth Farmers’ Market achieved the Best Food Market in the BBC Radio 4 Food and Farming Awards.

The Welsh Cross Country Mountain Bike Series 2018 is run in five beautiful locations across Wales. It caters for anyone wanting to try a mountain bike event from U6, all the way through to Veterans races, as well as a Fun category for beginners.

Saturday morning yoga with Rose Thorn. 10am-1pm followed by home cooked vegetarian/vegan lunch. These morning yoga retreats are an opportunity for you to take time out from your busy lives and deepen your practice of yoga; a calming space for you to enliven your body, mind and spirit and find harmony.

Delicious, Local, Fresh: Vegetarian/Vegan Brunch Looking for somewhere to enjoy a relaxed Sunday afternoon£ With good food, newspapers to read and good company on tap, enjoy the homely atmosphere of Over the Rainbow, a secluded and historic country house.

Art Exhibition featuring the work of * Ian Fisher - Fine Art Printmaker * Lisa Burkl - Stained Glass Artist * Lynne Bebb - Sculptor * Marysia Penn - Textile Artist Each exploring the theme of ’Vision’

Using silver, brass and copper, design and make a ring learning the basics of silver smithing. You will use a variety of tools and techniques. All tools will be provided by the tutor and materials will be available to buy on the day. Booking required - Call 01558 667150.

Colour mixing and painting with acrylics: Acrylic paint is a very flexible, forgiving medium and there are many different ways it can be used; with or without water. With the help of tutor Louise Burston, find a way of using acrylics that suits you best.

Make your own beautiful round basket from willow and a variety of foraged hedgerow material including birch, dogwood, hazel and ivy. Learn how to identify and select suitable natural materials for hedgerow weaving as well as the traditional techniques to weave a small round basket.

Create your own unique small seamless bag using template techniques (small shoulder bag or phone case). For beginners or those with intermediate skill levels. An additional charge for materials will be made by the tutor on the day

Using modern and traditional methods of coloured glass, produce a stained glass terrarium over a weekend. You will be taught techniques for planning, cutting and grinding glass, using copper foil and soldering the pieces together. All the tools are provided by the tutor and materials are available to buy on the day.

Candid, poignant and intimate, award-winning playwright Ali Taylor’s critically acclaimed play £is a powerful and timely reflection on the social and personal impact of spiralling housing costs, gentrification and the challenges of the forced relocation.

Never mind saving the galaxy, sometimes you just have to save your own world! Lightspeed from Pembroke Dock explores what happens when Hollywood’s best-loved spaceship lands on your doorstep. This is a story of hope, courage, and how to be a family when it seems the universe is against you.

A presentation by David Meredith. The presentation celebrates the centenary of his birth: John Kyffin Williams, artistic giant and one of Wales’ great benefactors, and is held in conjunction with the Library’s exhibition: Kyffin Williams, Behind the Frame (16.2.18 - 1.9.18).

The Red Kite Challenge is an established, annual series of running and walking events with the profits going to support our local hospital. Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner, a novice jogger or simply enjoy a stroll in the woods, we’ll have an event to suit your needs.

Tracing Welsh Mariners 11.00am – Dr Reg Davies Following extensive research at The National Archives, Kew, The Guildhall Library and the Society of Genealogists, London, Dr Davies’ talk provides a helpful introduction to the careers of your maritime ancestors.

Do you think that there is something beyond our realms of the living… are you a believer£ Wonder no more, and get ready to take on a night like no other at The Silver Mountain Experience. Join us for a paranormal investigation performed by the expert team at Ethereal Investigations Wales.

Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life is a series of women-only events raising money for research into all 200 types of cancer. 5K is an achievable distance for all ages and abilities. Participants can walk, jog or charge their way around the course.

Petticoats of Power - Rachael Hedge Women’s stories at National Trust estates have often stood in the shadows, yet many of these women have important stories to tell. This presentation introduces the powerful women that made Llanerchaeron what it is today.

Charting the seas and coasts of the World – how maps depict the sea and coastline and how such mapping is used to widen our understanding of these environments. The symposium is a collaboration between The National Library of Wales and The Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historic Monuments of Wales.

We extend a warm welcome to the open day of the Conservation Department of the Library. This event is a great opportunity to see how the Library takes care of various collections.

This musical play is based on the true story of the two half brothers Ishmael and Isaac, as related in the Old Testament. Abraham was the father of both sons, but Hagar, the Egyptian was Ishmael’s mother whilst Sarah was Isaac’s mother.

A brand new adaptation of this period drama in the Welsh Language, directed by and starring Gareth John Bale. Midsummer’s Eve is Miss Julie’s time, a night filled with desire, when rules are broken, class barriers are set aside and the young mistress of the manor can dance with whomever she pleases.

Mini Players Theatre School proudly present Annie Jr. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by cruel Miss Hannigan.

Amanda Palmer is returning to the U.K. for an intimate limited engagement run of old blighty’s smaller cities. This is her first U.K. music tour since her last official album release, 2012’s critically acclaimed and Kickstarter-funded “Theatre is Evil".

It’s the hottest ticket in town! An incredible live show so jam packed with classic 70s hits it’s no wonder it’s been described as “the best 70s show of its kind - West End quality”. Led by the ‘Catsuit Wondergirl’ Janey Bombshell, ‘Supersonic 70s’ will take you back to when Pop was at its peak.

As Stagecoach Performing Arts is celebrating it’s 30th Anniversary this year, Stagecoach Performing Arts Carmarthen and Haverfordwest have decided to celebrate this fantastic occasion. "The Magic Of The Musicals" will take you on a spectacular musical journey through 30 of the greatest musicals of all time.

To find out more about Sir William Paxton’s fabulous historic parkland and get an update on the progress of our Regency Restoration Project. Join our guide at 2pm at the Western Entrance of the Great Glasshouse for a two hour guided tour. Terrain is uneven and can often be muddy; please wear sturdy footwear.

Join our guided tour and discover more about the Garden – from the swashbuckling 17th century Middletons to Sir William Paxton’s magnificent mansion, come on a 45 minute exploration of our history. Commencing from the Western Entrance of the Great Glasshouse at 2pm. No need to book.

Terraced garden in the making, on very challenging site situated on steep rocky hillside in the beautiful and secluded Cammarch Valley. Roses, herbaceous and shrub borders. Fine walling and gate posts making use of stone found in the garden. Man-made waterfall.

A prince who prized bards above bloodshed – that is Lord Rhys according to a West Country author who is publishing a novel on the first eisteddfod.

A very special evening with award-winning singer-songwriter Hazel O’Connor, performing here in a captivating acoustic line-up with Cormac de Barra on Irish Harp, her musical partner for some 15 years.