Britain's What's On Event Guide
What's On and Things To Do Around Llanybydder
Today to Mon 16 Jul, by distance, closest first.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
The Jane Guy School of Dancing and Stage Goat Theatre School presents Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. The two schools have teamed up to create this original adaptation based on Lewis Carroll’s much loved fantasy novel.
Theatr Felinfach Dyffryn Aeron, Lampeter, Ceredigion
Fri 6 Jul and Sat 7 Jul
National Meadows Day
Come and celebrate National Meadows Day with guided walks from the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and hands on information from West Wales Hedgehog Rescue about how to help wildlife in your garden.
Llanerchaeron Aberaeron, Ceredigion
Sat 7 Jul
Syrffio ar y Sgwâr
Sioe Plant Cymraeg/Welsh Children’s Show - The Performing School will present the musical drama ‘Syrffio ar y Sgwâr’. The show was originally written by Gareth Ioan, Peter Ebbsworth and Anwen James and the music composed by Hector MacDonald from Patagonia for the Urdd National Eisteddfod in Lampeter, 1999.
Theatr Felinfach Dyffryn Aeron, Lampeter, Ceredigion
Sat 14 Jul
Bwlchau Duon - Open Garden for NGS
A 1 acre, ever evolving garden challenge, set in the foothills of the Cambrian Mountains at 1100ft. This is a plantaholics haven where borders are full of many unusual plants and lots of old favourites.
Bwlchau Duon, Llanwrda
Sun 24 Jun
Dragon Auction Ffostrasol
public auction of all things household, furniture, collectables, antique, garden tools and accessories, blankets, pictures, jewellry, ceramics, books, records etc. viewing from 8.45 a.m.
the village hall in ffostrasol
Tue 19 Jun, Tue 3 Jul, Tue 17 Jul, Tue 7 Aug
Llanerchaeron - Parkrun at Llanerchaeron
Come and join the parkrun folks for a 5km run at Llanerchaeron! Llanerchaeron parkrun takes place every Saturday at 9:00am throughout 2018
http://www.parkrun.org.uk/llanerchaeron/. Booking Not Needed.
Llanerchaeron, Ciliau Aeron, near Aberaeron
Sat 23 Jun, Sat 30 Jun, Sat 7 Jul
Llanerchaeron - Parkrun at Llanerchaeron
Come and join the parkrun folks for a 5km run at Llanerchaeron! Llanerchaeron parkrun takes place every Saturday at 9:00am throughout 2018
http://www.parkrun.org.uk/llanerchaeron/. Booking Not Needed.
Llanerchaeron, Ciliau Aeron, near Aberaeron
Sat 14 Jul, Sat 21 Jul, Sat 28 Jul, Sat 4 Aug, Sat 11 Aug, Sat 18 Aug, Sat 25 Aug
Pantyfod - Open Garden for NGS
Peaceful well established 3½ acre garden with lots of pathways through a wide variety of perennials, trees and shrubs, many unusual. Varying habitats incl terraces, woodland, mature trees, natural ponds. Hardy geraniums, candelabra primulas, Iris sibirica, grasses, rugosa roses. Wildlife friendly.
Pantyfod, Tregaron
Sun 8 Jul
Pant-y-Fedwen - Open Garden for NGS
Re-opening after 3 years, a small front water garden with river Bargod running through, surrounded by lush architectural plantings. Hillside garden on 6 terraces behind house, informally managed, with unusual plants and various seating areas giving views over the valley.
Pant-y-Fedwen, Llandysul
Sat 23 Jun
Cyngerdd/Concert Cymru - Ohio
THE courage and fortitude of a handful of Cardiganshire families who emigrated to the United States in 1818 in search of a better life will be marked by a series of events around Aberaeron in June. This concert will be held in the Aberaeron Square Field.
Aberaeron Ceredigion
Sat 30 Jun
Cardigan Bay Sea Food Festival - Gwyl Bwyd Mor
Gwledd fynyddol o bysgod ar harbwr Aberaeron. An annual feast of fish at Aberaeron Harbour. The festival was established by a group of local fishermen in 1997 to show what fish was available locally and how fish can be prepared.
Aberaeron Ceredigion
Sun 8 Jul
Pentresite - Open Garden for NGS
1¼ acre garden developed over the last 9yrs with extensive lawns, colour filled herbaceous and mixed borders, on several levels. A bog garden and magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. There is now a new area planted with trees and gradually being filled with more herbaceous plants.
Pentresite, Carmarthen
Sun 15 Jul
Gwyl Nôl a ‘Mlan
Tenth Year! A festival for everyone of all ages in one of Wales’ prettiest seaside village, Llangrannog! The 2018 festival will be held in the evening of Friday the 6th of July and all day on Saturday the 7th, and once again this year the festival is free of charge!
Llangrannog Ceredigion
Fri 6 Jul and Sat 7 Jul
Ysgoldy’r Cwrt - Open Garden for NGS
One acre hillside garden, with 4 natural ponds which are a magnet for wildlife plus two new fish ponds. Areas of wildflower meadow, bog, dry and woodland gardens. Established rose walk. Rare trees, large herbaceous beds, acer collection, bounded by a mountain stream, with 2 natural cascades, and magnificent views.
Ysgoldy’r Cwrt, Tregaron
Sun 24 Jun
Pembrokeshire Craft Makers Exhibition
An exhibition of our members’ work – unique, handmade works of quality, style and originality, representing the best of Arts & Crafts in West Wales.
Aberglasney Gardens
Today to Thu 21 Jun
Folk @ The Hangout
We are delighted to announce a major new family-friendly event showcasing folk and acoustic music from the vibrant Welsh music scene. ’Folk @ The Hangout’ is an evening with a festival atmosphere and a wide variety of great music.
The Hangout, Beechwood Industrial Estate, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire
Sat 30 Jun
Get to know your Wildflowers Course
Want to know your cuckooflower from your knapweed£ This course will provide training in identifying common wildflower plant families and species for beginners. Course includes practical sessions in the Botanic Garden’s science labs and wildflower-rich hay meadows in the Waun Las National Nature Reserve.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Wed 20 Jun, Wed 27 Jun, Wed 4 Jul, Wed 11 Jul, Wed 18 Jul, Wed 25 Jul
Symphonica Tywi
Symphonica Tywi will be celebrating the ‘Year of the Sea’ in their annual midsummer concert at the National Botanic Garden of Wales. The popular concert – on Saturday June 23rd – will have a watery flavour to reflect the Welsh Government’s tourism theme for 2018.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Sat 23 Jun
Wildflower Tour
Michael Isaac will introduce you to some fascinating and beautiful woodland wildflowers. A former Keeper of Swansea Museum, Michael is a retired lecturer at Swansea University’s Departments of Adult Continuing Education and Department of Zoology.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Sun 24 Jun, Sun 1 Jul
Parkland Restoration Tour
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.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Fri 22 Jun, Wed 27 Jun, Fri 29 Jun, Wed 4 Jul, Fri 6 Jul, Wed 11 Jul, Fri 13 Jul, Wed 18 Jul, Fri 20 Jul, Wed 25 Jul, Fri 27 Jul
Happy Herbs Course
Learn about the different types of herbs and how to propagate, grow, care for and use them. There’s nothing like the flavour and scent of home-grown herbs. On this course, learn about all the different types of herbs and how to propagate, grow, care for and use them. Course delivered by Neil Barry.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Sat 30 Jun
Garden History Tour
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.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Wed 27 Jun, Wed 4 Jul, Wed 11 Jul, Wed 18 Jul, Wed 25 Jul, Wed 1 Aug, Wed 8 Aug, Wed 15 Aug, Wed 22 Aug, Wed 29 Aug
Understanding Plant Names & Families for Gardeners
Confused by the mysterious world of plant names£ Want to identify plants in your garden but unsure where to start£ This course aims to demystify the scientific names of garden plants and help you recognise plant families commonly found in UK gardens.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Thu 5 Jul
Willow Course – Hare
Learn how to make your very own willow moon gazing hare, a perfect garden sculpture. You will be introduced to several willow weaving and sculpting techniques to help you create this lovely sculpture. Booking information: Please call 01558 667150.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Sat 7 Jul
Success with Seeds Course
Taking the mystery out of seed sowing. Helping attendees to successfully grow a range of ornamental and edible plants, and get to take home some of what they have sown. Course delivered by Neil Barry.
National Botanic Garden of Wales Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire
Thu 12 Jul
Towy Valley Vintage Club Annual Vintage Show
The TVVC Show will take place on Pontargothi Showground Field. This event is growing each year; in 2017 it attracted hundreds of vehicles and visitors from all over the region and further afield. This is a fun filled weekend for all the family, where there is plenty of variety on display.
Carmarthen Carmarthenshire
Sat 23 Jun and Sun 24 Jun
Barry Steele & Friends ‘The Roy Orbison Story’
Barry Steele is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading vocalists playing homage to legend Roy Orbison. He has stunned audiences across the globe with his uncanny similarity and ability to authentically revive the exquisite toe-tapping sound of this musical legend.
The Lyric Theatre 8 King St, Carmarthen
Thu 28 Jun
Owen Money’s Jukebox Heroes II
Following the Jukebox Heroes’ very successful tour in 2016, Owen Money takes Jukebox Heroes II on the road in 2018. We have a brand new line up of fantastic tribute acts, some great music from the 60’s with the Travelling Wrinklies, plus comedy from Owen. Come and join us for an enjoyable family night out.
The Lyric Theatre 8 King St, Carmarthen
Sat 30 Jun
Na, Nel!
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.
The Lyric Theatre 8 King St, Carmarthen
Fri 6 Jul
Bugsy Malone
Mini Players Theatre School proudly present Bugsy Malone. Two gangs are caught in a bitter rivalry. Dandy Dan’s gang has the upper hand since acquiring the "splurge" gun. Bugsy, a one-time boxer, is now Fat Sam’s gang’s only hope for survival.
The Lyric Theatre 8 King St, Carmarthen
Thu 12 Jul to Sun 15 Jul
Gritfest
Gritfest is a new event open to all Off-Road Bikes, featuring 2 days of incredible riding in Mid Wale; it will include timed Special Stages over a mixture of terrain. Venue: Cilycwm, Llandovery SA20 0ST.
Llandovery/Llanymddyfri Carmarthenshire
Sat 23 Jun and Sun 24 Jun
Llandovery Motorbike Weekend
Llandovery Motorbike Weekend returns for its 3rd year over the weekend of Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th July 2018 at Llandovery Mart. Llandovery Motorbike Weekend returns for its 3rd year over the weekend of Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th July 2018 at Llandovery Mart.
Llandovery/Llanymddyfri Carmarthenshire
Sat 7 Jul and Sun 8 Jul
Botanic Garden open for National Garden Scheme
The National Botanic Garden of Wales will be hosting a special evening opening with the National Garden Scheme. The garden extends to 568 acres, set in the hills overlooking the beautiful Towy Valley.
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Middleton Hall, Llanarthne
Thu 21 Jun
National Botanic Garden of Wales - Open Garden for NGS
568-acre estate in the hills overlooking Towy Valley, dedicated to science, education and leisure. Great Glasshouse with Mediterranean climates and interior landscape incl ravines, waterfalls and bridges. 240yd long herbaceous broadwalk, lakes, walled gardens, water discovery centre and woodlands walks.
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
Thu 21 Jun
National Botanic Garden of Wales - Open Garden for NGS
568-acre estate in the hills overlooking Towy Valley, dedicated to science, education and leisure. Great Glasshouse with Mediterranean climates and interior landscape incl ravines, waterfalls and bridges. 240yd long herbaceous broadwalk, lakes, walled gardens, water discovery centre and woodlands walks.
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
Thu 21 Jun
Geoff Brown Paintings in the Spotlight
‘Spotlight’ exhibitions at King Street Gallery bring the work of an individual artist’s work together in a specially designated small exhibition room to enable a greater focus on their particular art and what lies behind it.
King Street Gallery, 33 King Street, Carmarthen
Today to Sat 30 Jun
Criw Celf Exhibitions
GCSE student group exhibition. Private View Thursday 14th June 5.30-7pm.
King Street Gallery, 33 King Street, Carmarthen
Today to Wed 20 Jun
Tailor Made & Inspiring Art Workshops.
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.
Pengwernydd Pengwernydd, Pontrhydygroes, Ystrad Meurig, Ceredigion
Tue 19 Jun to Fri 22 Jun, Mon 9 Jul to Thu 12 Jul, Mon 16 Jul, Tue 17 Jul, Thu 19 Jul, Fri 20 Jul, Wed 25 Jul to Fri 27 Jul, Mon 30 Jul to Wed 1 Aug, Fri 3 Aug, Mon 6 Aug to Thu 9 Aug, Wed 15 Aug to Fri 17 Aug, Mon 20 Aug to Wed 22 Aug, Fri 24 Aug, Wed 29 Aug to Fri 31 Aug, Mon 3 Sep to Wed 5 Sep, Fri 7 Sep, Mon 10 Sep to Thu 13 Sep, Mon 17 Sep, Tue 18 Sep, Fri 21 Sep, Tue 25 Sep to Fri 28 Sep, Mon 15 Oct to Wed 17 Oct, Fri 19 Oct, Mon 22 Oct, Tue 23 Oct, Thu 25 Oct, Fri 26 Oct, Wed 31 Oct to Fri 2 Nov, Mon 5 Nov to Wed 7 Nov, Tue 13 Nov to Thu 15 Nov, Wed 21 Nov to Fri 23 Nov, Mon 26 Nov
Carmarthen Craft & Gift Fayres
Lots of stalls!
Many hand crafted goods
Watch demo’s
The Civic Hall, Nott Square, St Peters St, Carmarthen
Sat 23 Jun, Sat 30 Jun, Sat 4 Aug, Sat 18 Aug
Dinefwr Park and Castle - Badgerwatch
Our popular badger watch evenings are back and will run between May and August at Dinefwr. Booking essential. Observe the secret life of badgers from our purpose built hide in the medieval deer park at Dinefwr. Booking Essential. Phone: 01558 824512.
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA19 6RT
Wed 20 Jun, Sat 23 Jun, Wed 27 Jun, Sat 30 Jun, Wed 4 Jul, Sat 7 Jul
Dinefwr Park and Castle - Dinefwr Food Festival
Join us once again for a weekend of foodie fun at Dinefwr.
Normal admission applies. Foodie Stalls from local suppliers in Newton House and Courtyard.
Cookery Demonstrations from top chefs.
Workshops including chocolate making.
Talks from industry professionals.
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA19 6RT
Sat 23 Jun and Sun 24 Jun
Dinefwr Park and Castle - National Meadows Day - in partnership with Plantlife
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Plantlife to celebrate National Meadows Day. We’ve have events and activities running throughout the day including guided walks, bug hunts and children’s activities. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA19 6RT
Sat 7 Jul
Dinefwr Park and Castle - Badgerwatch
Our popular badger watch evenings are back and will run between May and August at Dinefwr. Booking essential. Observe the secret life of badgers from our purpose built hide in the medieval deer park at Dinefwr. Booking Essential. Phone: 01558 824512.
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA19 6RT
Wed 11 Jul, Sat 14 Jul, Wed 18 Jul, Sat 21 Jul, Wed 25 Jul, Sat 28 Jul, Wed 1 Aug, Sat 4 Aug, Wed 8 Aug, Sat 11 Aug
Pen-y-Garn - Open Garden for NGS
1.3 acres set within a former old limestone quarry, the garden is on several levels with slopes and steps. Sympathetically developed to sit within the landscape, there are 5 distinct areas with a mixture of wild and cultivated plants.
Pen-y-Garn, Llanelli
Sat 23 Jun and Sun 24 Jun
Saturday Morning Yoga
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.
Over the Rainbow Plas Tyllwyd, Tanygroes, Nr Cardigan, Ceredigion
Sat 23 Jun, Sun 24 Jun, Sat 14 Jul, Sat 18 Aug
Lazy Sunday Brunch
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.
Over the Rainbow Plas Tyllwyd, Tanygroes, Nr Cardigan, Ceredigion
Sat 23 Jun, Sun 24 Jun, Sat 14 Jul, Sun 15 Jul, Sat 18 Aug
Cappuccino Girls
Following a record breaking run in Swansea in 2011, Mal Pope is not only bringing Cappuccino Girls to the Miners this summer – he is also playing the lead role!
The Miners’ Theatre Wind Street, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire
Thu 28 Jun to Sat 30 Jun
Martin Carthy
For more than 50 years Martin Carthy has been one of folk music’s greatest innovators, one of its best loved, most enthusiastic and, at times, most quietly controversial of figures.
The Miners’ Theatre Wind Street, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire
Tue 3 Jul
Comedy in the Castle
We are thrilled to announce a three-day comedy bonanza at Cardigan Castle this summer. The weekend kicks off on Thursday, 21 June with a set from comedy heavyweight Mark Steel, followed by two double bills from four of the finest comedians currently on the British stand-up circuit today: Lou Sanders + Ed Gamble...
Cardigan Castle Green Street, Cardigan, Ceredigion
Thu 21 Jun to Sat 23 Jun
Tra Bo Dau (Rhys Meirion & Aled Wyn Davies)
Gwyl Fawr Aberteifi is Cardigan’s annual Welsh language festival which involves a week long celebration of music, verse and dance. The festival was first established in 1952 as a semi national Eisteddfod – a stepping stone for competitors between local Eisteddfods and the National Eisteddfod.
Cardigan Castle Green Street, Cardigan, Ceredigion
Sun 1 Jul