What's On and Things To Do Around Powys

Rhodri’s hand-crafted furniture pieces are juxtaposed with pieces transformed by groups across Wales, supported by artists Manon Awst, Rebecca F. Hardy, Christine Mills, Llyr Alun Jones, Bill Swann, Lisa-marie Tann, Catrin Williams, Pip Woolf and Kirstin Claxton.

Born in Australia, Sir Sidney Nolan OM AC RA (1917-1992) moved to London in the early 1950s where he remained until buying The Rodd near Presteigne in 1982. He founded the Trust there with his wife Mary (1926-2016) and continued to paint.

Hugh Thomson’s travelbooks include The White Rock: An Exploration of the Inca Heartland and Cochineal Red, both about Peru, as well as Nanda Devi, a journey to a usually inaccessible part of the Himalaya. His memoir Tequila Oil: Getting Lost in Mexico was serialised by BBC Radio 4.

This spring’s performance by the Mid Powys Youth Theatre’s Junior team had to turn audience members away it sold so well! We are delighted to welcoming the team back to the Willow Globe with this magical mid-summer solstice performance of an abridged version of Mid Summer Night’s Dream.

Laid out in early C18 the garden features the finest remaining examples of Italian terraces in Britain. Richly planted herbaceous borders; enormous yew hedges; lead statuary, orangery and large wild flower areas. One of the NT’s finest gardens. National Collection of Laburnum.

Join our knowledgeable volunteer on a walk around the garden and find out a little more about its fascinating history. Enjoy a walk in the company of our knowledgeable volunteer and learn more about the history of Powis’ world famous gardens.

Enjoy a walk in the company of our knowledgeable volunteer and learn more about the history of Powis’ world famous gardens. Find out how the gardens evolved into the showpiece they are today and see behind the scenes in our carbon-neutral nursery. Booking not needed.

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.

Back for its fifth year, the Radnor Fringe Festival returns to the Rock Park in Llandrindod Wells on Friday, June 22nd for another stunning three days of music, drama, culture and comedy.

This is a rather special exhibition: we will be displaying Professor Anthony Collier’s magnificent collection of British modern art, which his assures will provide you with “a taste of the Tate at Bleddfa”.

A Different Thread play what they call “British- Americana” and not just because their two main collaborators, Robert Jackson and Alicia Best, are from the UK and US respectively. They weave together elements of blues and folk, country and bluegrass.

Starting at Snowdon, Llanberis path, then Cadair Idris and Pen y Fan. Covering 32km, ascending 3000m, to be completed within 15 hours. Supported by Qualified Mountain marshals.

Learn about the history of Caban Coch Dam, the workers’ village and other stories on this easy one mile walk. Meet at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

We are hosting a screening of Albatross, a powerful, feature-length film that will leave you with a long-lasting connection to the plastic-problem we face. Suitable for viewers aged 12 and over. It would be useful to have an idea of numbers, so please contact the Centre on 01547 550377 or hello@bleddfacentre.

Music for the Monty is a live music charity event taking place during Welshpool Transport Festival. Over the weekend there will be a number of buskers performing around the town raising money for the restoration of the historic Montgomery Canal.

A new and exciting festival for Welshpool encompassing all types of transport. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities, including vehicle displays, cavalcades, canal activities plus an intensive timetable of trips on the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway.

MELLT are a young punk rock band heralding from Wild West Wales but now living in Cardiff. Their debut album ‘Mae’n Hawdd Pan Ti’n Ifanc’ will be released on April 20th with the first single ‘Rebel’ available now.

S-facing 1 acre garden developed over 10yrs. Old railway cottage set in herbaceous and raised borders, patio with many pots of colourful and unusual plants. Garden slopes to productive fruit and vegetable area, ponds, spinney, wild areas and peat bog. Patio and seats to enjoy extensive views incl Llanymynech Rocks.

¾ acre wildlife rich garden in process of development. Informal, sloping garden with roses, flower and shrub borders, wild areas, vegetable plot, greenhouse, polytunnel and apiary. Pond planted with a variety of water plants which provide habitat for a wide range of creatures.

Acre garden plus fields & orchard. Originally part of 22 acre smallholding, The Old Court 1575, and its gardens have been restored after many years of neglect. Victorian style walled vegetable garden, rose and herbaceous borders, pond, ancient yew & mature trees create a relaxing environment.

Grade ll listed Georgian manor house (not open) surrounded by 5 acres of grounds currently under restoration. Over 100 metres herbaceous borders, newly restored 1 acre walled garden with gazebo, circular flowerbeds, lavender beds, two fire pits and gravel paths.

Based on the Robert MacFarlene book "The Lost Words" we will go on an adventure to discover where some of these words are on our reserve. Activities suitable for children aged 4-12 years.

Join Sorcha and Janice Local Wildlife Guides to celebrate “National Insect Week”. You will have the opportunity to learn the skills required to seek out some of our truly fascinating insect species. Bring your camera for pictures and suitable clothing/sun cream/insect repellent.

Nothing is as detailed and rich as the world we can create within our own minds. No guards met him at the palace. He made his way through a great pair of gates. Through chambers that echoed with his footsteps. He came to a hall thick with fog - was that a statue£ No, not a statue but the King himself.

A brand new 70 minutes, blending poeticals, talking, standing, spotlights, cables, Kronenburg, foot-stamping and old school wistfulness.

Talk by Ted Maidment on Elisabeth Schwarzkopf- "That lyric soprano voice of indescribable beauty" with coffee and light lunch at Plas Dolerw. To raise fund for Newtown based mental health charity Rekindle Small Steps. www.rekindle.org.uk Ted Maidment has a passion for music that is infectious.

A quilting workshop for beginners, led by experienced quilter Zelda Lawrence-Curran. What students can expect to get out of the day: • A demonstration of patchwork cutting techniques including safely using sharp tools • Teaching of patchwork techniques updated for 21st century technology, including electric sewing...

The exhibition will be open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 25th May until 1st July, 11am – 5pm (and Bank Holiday Monday). Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see impressive works by well-known artists who are represented in the Tate Gallery, in a beautiful gallery space tucked away in the Welsh hills.

Combining superb musicianship, the latest technology and a blazing light show, What the Floyd recreate the sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd. The band prides itself on meticulous attention to sonic detail and breathtaking, energetic performances. See more info at whatthefloyd.com

Rhondda Rips It Up! is a riotous romp through the life of Margaret Haig Thomas (Lady Rhondda), the Newport suffragette whose activities paved the way for women’s rights in the personal, professional and political worlds.

Little Wander (the team behind the Machynlleth Comedy Festival) return with their monthly comedy club. Catch some of the UKs finest stand up stars at fantastic value.

A pretty riverside garden, maintained by volunteers. Along the riverside there is mixed herbaceous planting, a shady area, and steps up to a productive garden with espalier fruit trees, vegetables, soft fruits and a wildlife area.

1 acre garden set within 4 acres of wildlife meadows around C19 Grade II listed farmhouse (not open). Shrub and herbaceous borders, lawn with magnificent Monkey Puzzle tree leading down to R Severn with glorious views to hills beyond.

Willow Globe favorites, The Factory, return with a one-off performance of Shakespeare’s cutting, bittersweet tale of love battling to survive against the forces of an epic and pointless war.

Steve Knightley and Phil Beer: two extraordinary craftsmen with one unique sound. Dovetailing old songs with new, this is an unmissable celebration of the duo’s enduring impact on roots, acoustic and folk music. Show of Hands weave story and melody to create a spellbinding display of consummate musicianship.

Little House is on a quiet lane surrounded by fields and woodland, bordered by a stream. Slate and bark paths give access to the many features in the acre garden incl fish and wildlife ponds, woodland, conifer, azalea, grass and mixed beds, vegetable garden, mini meadow, sensory garden, grotto water feature and...

The UK’s premier Rock & Roll production That’ll Be The Day returns with another chance to see its latest most popular show! Highly acclaimed for its stunning LIVE entertainment value, That’ll Be The Day is an outstanding celebration for all true fans of the golden era of popular music.

A jewel in the town. Explore the ground floor of this C17 barrel maker’s cottage and walk into a large garden room which also houses a museum of tools from different trades. Mystic pool of smoke and sounds.

Come along and get some hands-on experience and see what you can spot with our fantastic range of RSPB binoculars and telescopes - with some help if needed from our friendly staff !

A unique chance to spend a couple of hours sheep trekking in the Brecon Beacons. More native than Llama trekking, and more fun than your average walk in the hills!

Want to own your own sheep for the day£ Have your very own woolly cuddles and sheep selfies whilst you walk with friendly Jacob sheep through the stunning Brecon Beacons. As seen on Countryfile, Coast and Country and Heno!

Born in Australia, Sir Sidney Nolan OM AC RA (1917-1992) moved to London in the early 1950s where he remained until buying The Rodd near Presteigne in 1982. He founded the Trust there with his wife Mary (1926-2016) and continued to paint.

2½ acre garden set within 24 acres of wildflower meadows and bluebell woodland with stream centred around C15 farmhouse (open by prior arrangement). Formal garden in English landscape tradition with vistas, grottos, sculptures, stumpery, lawns and extensive borders terraced with stone walls.

Join Sorcha Lewis on a traditional upland hill farm in the heart of the Elan valley to learn about how much diverse wildlife is cared for by our upland farming community. We will look at some rare species and habitats that are being cared for on the Elan Valley Estate. Meet at Gwaelod y Rhos car park SN 902673.

Make our Canadian General Manager feel at home as the W&L turns Canadian for the day! Join our Canadian General Manager and special guests to celebrate the anniversary of the Canadian Confederation.

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.

Specialists will be at the Hall for free auction valuation for pictures, silver & jewellery, works of art, furniture and general antiques. Bonhams fine book department will also be on hand to advise on books and manuscripts. Tea & cakes will be on sale in our Blayney Room. Booking required.

Join us for a relaxed evening in our Courtyard, sample wine perfect for a summers evening. To complement the wine we will serve an antipasti platter. Wine can be ordered on the evening. Booking required.

Led by Joy Powell, a local silver jewellery designer/maker & teacher. Spend the day learning traditional jewellery-making techniques using silver and copper and leave with your own unique finished pieces. No previous experience necessary. Places are limited so please book in advance on 01597 810880.

Presteigne Food Market takes place from 9am to 1pm usually on the first Saturday each month at the Memorial Hall, Station Road, Presteigne. The market is a varied mix of craft as well as local produce stalls, with artisan apple juice, free range chicken produce, preserves, bakery, smokery produce, cheeses and olives.

4 acre riverside garden started in 2013 in a beautiful setting on River Severn just 7m from the source. Wooded wildlife area and wildlife pond, orchard, ornamental garden, herbaceous borders, scented seating areas. Riverside path, meadow and veg plot.

Ponthafren is a registered charity for people with mental health issues or those that feel lonely or isolated. Open door policy so everyone is welcome. Interesting community garden on banks of R Severn run and maintained totally by volunteers: sensory garden with long grasses, herbs, scented plants and shrubs.

Petals and Claws is an exhibition which celebrates the 50th anniversary of Cheshire writer Alan Garner’s The Owl Service, a children’s classic, based on the story of Blodeuwedd, a woman turned into an owl in the medieval Welsh story cycle The Mabinogion.

Join us at Lake Vyrnwy as we celebrate International Meadows Day. Spend some time with our wardens as we head to one of our Meadows where they’ll help you identify the plants and insects that we’re lucky enough to have here on our beautiful reserve.

The practice of Focusing is about deepening inner awareness and acceptance of all parts of our self, enabling us better to flourish and live creatively. Following the successful Focusing workshop at Bleddfa last year, Elizabeth Halls is returning with four workshops in 2018.

The dragon is stirring. Something is out of kilter. Join Crab Apple and Plum on a journey to rediscover the voice of Wales’ ancient hills in this immersive story experience. Expect giants, faeries and a whole heap of magic. Kama Roberts trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama.

S-facing ½ acre garden with beautiful herbaceous borders, roses, shrubs and trees creating a haven of peace and tranquillity. Sit and relax by Cornus controversa ’Variegata’ (wedding cake tree) surrounded by roses with the sound of the river nearby. Raised beds, fruit trees and vegetable garden.

Want to own your own sheep for the day£ Have your very own woolly cuddles and sheep selfies whilst you walk with friendly Jacob sheep through the stunning Brecon Beacons. As seen on Countryfile, Coast and Country and Heno!

AFTERNOON EVENT (1.30pm - 4pm) Join the annual sheep shearing at Penglaneinon Farm. Witness the modern and traditional sheep shearing methods whilst enjoying a nice cup of tea, with welsh cakes & bara brith and see a live demonstration of wool spinning.

A workshop for storytellers with some experience with Michael Harvey and Pauline Down. The voice is at the heart of our storytelling practice yet many of us have a pretty meagre grasp on how to work with it and develop it.

The Allegri String Quartet play: Wolf: Italian Serenade Debussy: String quartet in G minor Dvorak: String quartet no. 12 "American"

The 2018 show is our 31st Annual Festival of Country and Western music. Check our web site www.countrywestern.org.uk/ for full details including our line up and our Showcase Stage for up and coming New Country acts.

The main purpose of this workshop is to help you in your spiritual practice to experience faster spiritual progress. Regardless of the spiritual path one is following, a fundamental practice we suggest is to reduce one’s personality defects and ego.

The Farmers’ Markets are held on the second Saturday of each month from 9.30am to 2pm in the Market Hall. The market is worth a visit for the lively atmosphere alone with live music and a chance to meet the locals.

A special linear walk along the Monks’ Trod with the Brecon Beacons Park Society. Follow the route of the monks from Strata Florida across the uplands of the Elan Valley with guest leader Andrew Leonard on this 12 mile walk. Meet at Pont ar Elan at 9.45am for a lift to Strata Florida.

An evening event. Celebrate the wonder of the Elan Valley International Dark Sky Park and join Sorcha Lewis who will be on hand to show you how wonderful and exciting the world of bats and moths really are and we can look to see the amazing illuminated world of the glow worm.

Come and join us for the opportunity to enjoy Welsh tea and cake on the move, while travelling serenely through our beautiful Powys scenery in our elegant historic carriages.

A cast of over 250 students present “An A to Z of dance”. The performances include ballet, tap, street and modern dance styles.

Learn how to make buttons and brooches from polymer clay with Valerie Lymer, a local textile artist. All materials provided. Places are limited so please book in advance on 01597 810880. £20 per person, payable in advance, plus materials cost of £5, payable on the day. Suitable for absolute beginners.

Nicky Grist Stages to give fans a super rally weekend. This summer’s Nicky Grist Stages hosts a round of both the Pirelli MSA British Rally Championship and BTRDA Rally Series – it promises to be a truly super rally weekend for fans.

National Theatre Wales: A Love Letter to The NHS; part of the NHS70 Festival. The third of five new, solo shows by five writers, performed the length and breadth of Wales.

This is a great way to find out what bushcraft is all about or to build on your current experience. These sessions will cover a variety of subjects such as knife skills, foraging, and natural cordage to name a few. These sessions will be led by our qualified bushcraft instructor. All tools and equipment provided.

Broniarth Hall is a C17 farm house (not open) with bijou SE facing cottage garden with 2 small ponds, Summerhouse, perennial filled beds and aviary. Unique and quirky features and containers incl a collection of approx 70 heucheras. Stunning views from patio areas with summer bedding and foliage plants.

The Allegri String Quartet play Purcell: Chacony in G minor Britten: String Quartet No. 1 Elgar; String Quartet in E minor

An Evening with BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of the Year 2017 - Kris Drever. Drever’s voice and guitar is a part of the backbone of today’s contemporary roots and folk scene. Hugely admired as a solo artist, collaborator, and a member of folk superstars Lau, he is a phenomenal and prolific artist.

Sculpture is often seen as a completed ‘work’ or object, a beginning and end in itself. For most sculptors, however, this is but a stage on what is usually a very long journey of discovery, experiment and, not least, heartache.

The Allegri String Quartet play Schubert: String trio Mozart: "Drum" quartet, K 464 Beethoven: String quartet No. 12

Come and see how many different species you can find at RSPB Ynys-hir! We would like to invite beginners and experts alike to join us in a race against time to identify as many species as possible. There will be several expert led sessions throughout the day for you to join in.

Brecon craft fair has been established for over 20 years and is based in the towns historic market hall. Each month up to 60 traditional independent craft workers and artists offer a wide range of high quality arts and crafts.

The Farmers’ Markets are held on the second Saturday of each month from 9.30am to 2pm in the Market Hall. The market is worth a visit for the lively atmosphere alone with live music and a chance to meet the locals.

Want to own your own sheep for the day£ Have your very own woolly cuddles and sheep selfies whilst you walk with friendly Jacob sheep through the stunning Brecon Beacons. As seen on Countryfile, Coast and Country and Heno!

Set within the beautiful grade II* gardens of Bryngwyn Hall. Annual Summer Fayre Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd July 2018. Over 45 stands including the best of regional food & drink, unusual plants, trees, garden sculpture, ceramics, art, woodcarving, stick making, fashion and jewellery.

Exhibitors will be selling the best of regional food and drink, unusual plants and trees, beautiful ceramics, and high quality crafts. Tours of the garden and gardening talks will be going on throughout the event. This is a rare occasion when our sensational nine acre garden is open to the public.

This course is designed for adults only, you must be 18 or older to attend. Suitable for beginners or those who’ve carved before and want to improve. Learn to carve greenwood spoons using traditional tools. We’ll cover a range of safe carving techniques with axe, straight knife and hook knife.

Enjoy a ramble round Roundton Hill National Nature Reserve and discover its beautiful butterflies. In the company of MWT expert, Clive Faulkner, also find out about the wildflowers which the butterflies rely on. The perfect way to learn butterfly ID for the Big Butterfly Count.

Join us for an evening walk through the woodlands to listen and hopefully watch Nightjar! We’ll be meeting outside the RSPB Shop. Please bring along a torch, midge net or insect repellent. Not recommended for under 12’s. Booking is essential - Call 01691 870278.

Inspiring, colourful hillside country garden. Gravel paths meander around extensive planting and over streams cascading down into ponds. Specimen trees, shrubs and vegetable garden. Enjoy the wonderful views from one of the many seats; your senses will be rewarded.

The Allegri String Quartet with guest violist Norbert Blume Bach: The art of fugue (excerpt) Mozart: String quintet No. 4 Brahms: String quintet No 1

Join the Friends of Mid Wales Opera for their annual fundraising summer evening of opera to launch their new Ignite the Passion season. This specially devised concert, featuring talented young singers, will be led by Charlotte Forrest whose previous concerts for MWO have proved hugely enjoyable.

1½ acre plantswoman’s garden with herbaceous borders, rockeries and ponds. Planted with rare plants for yr-round interest and for pollinators. Plants in flower every day of the year: spring bulbs, alpines, alstroemeria collection, lilies, vegetable plot and pool.

The Royal Welsh Show is one of the most prestigious events of its type in Europe, bringing together the farming industry and rural community in a celebration of the best of British Agriculture with a unique and very special ‘Welsh’ flavour.

Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy. Let yourself be whisked away on a thrilling journey to magical forests and meet star-crossed lovers and playful fairies.

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.

Returning to CAT for an evening of lively folk songs from Wales, England and beyond, Aberystwyth’s Three Legg’d Mare will take us on a journey of love, death, adventure, madness and everyday life!

Nicky will be talking about his career as a World Rally Championship co-driver. His career in the World Rally Championship lasted from 1990 to 2002, competing alongside a number of drivers and has rallied for the World’s best manufacturer teams.

A brand new production by Willow Globe favorites the Wet Mariners. This outstanding company have earned spectacular credits at the National, Theatre Royal Bath and with many other leading companies in the UK. Accessible, skilful, vibrant Shakespeare not to be missed.

Have a wild night out with the family! Join us for a unique opportunity to spend a wild night out sleeping under the stars at RSPB Ynys-hir. Start the evening putting up your tents and cooking your supper.

The National Youth Brass Band Of Wales is thrilled to welcome back Philip Harper (Cory Brass Band) as conductor and former member Daniel Thomas (Principal Euphonium of Black Dyke Brass Band) as soloist.

On the last Saturday in July, all roads lead to Gwenddwr – a village normally hiding in the hills on the south-west side of the Wye valley, about 7 miles south of Builth. A day full of fun and entertainment for all the family. Competitions galore: crafts, flowers, fancy dress, cookery, sheep, and much more.

Meet local suppliers and be spoilt for choice. Stalls include locally produced meats, butter, eggs and cheeses; plants; gardening tools; cards; knitted and other craft items; cakes and Fairtrade products. Location: Llangynidr Village Hall, Cwmcrawnon Road.

Grade l listed Victorian Gothic house with 10 acres of grounds designed by W A Nesfield. Magnificent Cedar of Lebanon, avenue of mature Beech, towering Atlantic Cedars, Victorian rockery, herbaceous border and manicured lawns ideal for a picnic. Wonderful views of the Black Mountains.

Following the outstanding success of the last years production of Twelfth night that played in the Barn at the Willow Globe, Everyman Youth Theatre return with this epic show.

Join our Rangers at one of our big Dam Open Days - an exclusive chance to venture into Pen y Garreg Dam and up to the central tower. You’ll enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the dam wall – and learn about the feat of engineering that made Elan.

Rob Dunsford & Neve Spencer Möller have been performing together for nearly a year. Rob is a singer/songwriter/guitarist living in Welshpool who has been gigging since 2005 and appeared on several albums - including an acoustic album curated by The Wonder Stuff’s Miles Hunt and a tribute album to the great Townes Van...

A fun afternoon of pond dipping - suitable for all the family. Booking is essential - only 20 places available. Please book in advance on 01597 810880. No unaccompanied children please. Meet at Dol y Mynach layby - grid reference SN 904617. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

The Brecon County Show is held annually on the 1st Saturday in August at The Showground, Watton, Brecon. Our Show is based around the Cattle, Sheep, Horse & Pony, Goat classes and a Poultry Show, which attract exhibitors from all over the Country. The show also hosts a major shearing competition.

A 4 mile guided walk to learn about the area, including the remains of Nant y Gro Dam which was used for tests before the WW2 Dambusters Raid. There is a steep climb of 40 metres up the steps to the top of the dam and then a very steep 140 metre climb. Meet at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre.

Travel on replicas of our original 1903 Great Western liveried bogie carriages, with goods wagons and brake van attached, and watch the shunting at each end of the trip.

Children dressed as cowboys or cowgirls travel for free on the narrow gauge Corris Railway. Steam trains leave Corris station for the round trip to Maespoeth Junction at hourly intervals between 11.00 and 4.00.

Garden mainly started 16yrs ago, lower garden has spring/woodland area, raised beds mixed with vegetables, fruit trees, fruit and flowers. Perennial borders, summer house gravel paths through rose and clematis pergola.

Join Emma Wride from Astrocymru and learn about Space through a 3D cinematic experience! We will explore the surface of solar system bodies, see the sizes of celestial objects in our Universe, learn about the birth of the Solar System and much more! Meet at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre.

From bug hunts, bird bingo and pond dipping to owl pellet dissecting, building bug hotels and den building. Discover the Wild side of Lake Vyrnwy. Family activities suitable for children aged 4-11 years, Must be accompanied by an Adult. Activities offered are dependent on the weather.

Travel on the special evening train from Llanfair Caereinion at 18:30; on arrival at Welshpool at 19:15 we will serve your choice of meal to enjoy on the return journey, with a pause at Castle Caereinion to stretch your legs and to enjoy the view and a tub of delicious dairy ice cream.

Here it is! Our small and beautiful boutique Festival in the hills of Mid-Wales! Run by Steampunks for everyone from all sub-cultures to come together, have fun and raise money for charities while we party! Beautiful Llanfyllin Victorian Workhouse in stunning surroundings.

We are providing the opportunity for beginners and the more experienced amateur to learn about a variety of space related topics at our astrocamp which consists of a dark site in a spectacular location in Mid Wales.

The Brecon Jazz Festival is a music festival held annually in Brecon and has played host to a range of jazz musicians from across the world.

Richard Tyler of Powys Ramblers will lead an 8 mile moderate circular walk from Penbont car park at Penygarreg Reservoir to Maen Serth. Some boggy bits. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing and bring a packed lunch. Meet at Penbont car park SN 916674.

Started in 2013, the Summer Cider Cycle is one of the latest additions to the Green Events and Llanwrtyd Wells calendar. This is a fun bike ride through the surrounding hills, forests and valleys in this delightful part of mid Wales.

½ acre Victorian town garden. Surprises await the visitor: garden is divided into distinct rooms by yew & beech hedges. Variety of trees incl large silver birches, magnolia, weeping willow and cherry. Many shrubs provide colour throughout the season. Heathers, herbs, vegetables and flower beds. Plenty of seating.

A non competitive mountain bike event. Plus Cider. The route will be premarked and suitable for all riders over the age of 16 yrs. There are technical sections for the more experienced and easier routes for the others Also available en route is Cider or alternative refreshments .

Steam Rally with Steam engines, Stationary engines, Cars, Bicycles, Motorbikes, Main arena with a dog display from Paws for thought, working area, craft tent, car boot and stalls.Food Stalls and chidren’s rides. Also a air display by Rich Goodwin.

The Three Inch Fools are a five-strong troupe of actors with all manner of musical instruments, performing a highly imaginative and vibrantly musical take on Shakespeare’s plays across the UK.

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Join us as we learn all about our wonderful Welsh woods. We’ll take a walk and look at the different trees we have here at Lake Vyrnwy; show you how to I.D. them using our leaf iDial and help you find out what birds and insects prefer which trees. Make a woodland creation to take home with you.

Landed Festival. An underground gathering Of music & arts. 4 Stages & 2 Dance Tents. Hosting the most original breakthrough artists of our time. Set in the natural beauty of Doldowlod country estate And lots for the kids!

When our local spinners and weavers are at the museum, not only can you ask all those ’woolly’ questions, but you can try it for yourself.

Road cycling sportive (distance options 83, 114 or 203 km) starting from Drover Cycles, Hay on Wye (HR3 5EH). Choose from three stunning cycling routes taking in the best of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Radnorshire Hills.

Join Ken Perry for a guided 6.5 mile walk around Llethyr Melyn and Penygarreg looking at the restoration of heathland and natural woodland expansion in this area. Plus the opportunity to take stock of the amazing views above Y Foel. A steep climb. Meet at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre SN 928646.

The Machynlleth Festival takes place in the Auditorium in August every year. During the week eminent performers take part in a wide range of events, from choral singing and jazz to chamber music and poetry readings.

The highlight of the town’s year is the Llandrindod Wells Victorian Festival, due to celebrate its 37th continuous festival in 2018.

Come along to the Visitor Centre to design, manufacture and launch your own rocket. Only £3 for your rocket materials. Please book in advance on 01597 810880. No unaccompanied children please. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

Held each August in an intimate setting nestling on the Powys/Herefordshire border, the Presteigne Festival has become a focal point for those seeking musical nourishment and artistic discovery in the beautiful surroundings of the Welsh Marches.

An evening event. To celebrate European Bat Weekend, join Sorcha Lewis for an evening bat and moth discovery walk at Llannerch y Cawr. Please bring torches. Suitable for families. Meet at Llanerch y Cawr car park SN 901616.

The Bog Triathlon first ran in 2005, following a demand for more dirty fun around our famous Waen Rhydd Bog. The event - the most unusual in the Triathlon calendar - starts with an 8 mile run followed by a single length of the 60 yard peat bog trench and then a 12 mile mountain bike ride.

Join us for an evening walk to look at Vyrnwy’s bats in their various habitats, and also to visit a moth trap and identify some moths. Find out why these amazing creatures make Lake Vyrnwy their home and what you can do to help. Anti-midge stuff recommended. Children are more than welcome but it will be a late finish!

The World Bogsnorkelling Triathlon Interesting , Unusual and challenging. The race commences with an 8 mile all terrain run which includes Beautiful scenery plus some interesting hills and underfoot surfaces .

The annual Model Railway Exhibition held by the Corris Railway Society. There will be 15 layouts in various scales to see and enjoy including an "Underground Ernie" Model where children can drive the trains.

The Corris Railway Society’s Model Railway Exhibition at The Plas, Machynlleth SY20 8ER. Come along and spend a few hours looking at the displays and layouts in various gauges and purchase that special item for your layout.

The 33rd annual World Bog Snorkelling Championships are to be held on Sunday 26th August 2018 in Llanwrtyd Wells - an event that Lonely Planet described as one of the top 50 "must do" things from around the world. Hundreds of participants from around the world, and plenty of spectators, are expected once again.

In the heart of the Brecon Beacons - the Llangynidr Show is a great day out for everyone. Llangyndir is 5 miles west of Crickhowell on the B4558. We pack a lot into this one day event.

Want to own your own sheep for the day£ Have your very own woolly cuddles and sheep selfies whilst you walk with friendly Jacob sheep through the stunning Brecon Beacons. As seen on Countryfile, Coast and Country and Heno!

Join locals and visitors for an August Bank Holiday Monday afternoon of family fun and entertainment at the local agricultural show and sports. Bar and Refreshments on site. Show enquiries contact Christine Davies call her on 01597 811306 or email her at galedrhyd@hotmail.

Llanfechain Show is especially known for its focus on families. In the centre of the village 2 large marquees house the competitive displays and the local art and craft sales area.There will also be many stalls and sideshows on the field, food & drink, bouncy castle, vehicle displays.

Sarah Hill of Powys Ramblers will lead a 7.5 mile moderate circular walk from Nantgwyllt Church car park around Garreg Ddu Reservoir with detour to visit the Mines. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing and bring a packed lunch. Meet at Nantgwyllt Church car park SN 909639.

Our biggest event of the year, again over three days. During the event, every operating engine will be in use. Traction engines, steam cars and lorries, a model railway exhibition, demonstrations and trade stands. Please note that not all attractions will be available on Friday.

Join our Rangers at one of our big Dam Open Days - an exclusive chance to venture into Pen y Garreg Dam and up to the central tower. You’ll enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the dam wall – and learn about the feat of engineering that made Elan.

The agricultural show, known as The Sennybridge Show, is run by the Devynock Agricultural Society; a one day event, it is held on the first Saturday in September each year. Sennybridge is 9 miles west of Brecon on the A40. Horse, sheep and cattle classes are held during the day, including an expanding dog show.

An Elan Valley Walking Festival Event: Join local enthusiasts David James and Vic Pardoe as they explore Bronze Age and Medieval sites around the Pont ar Elan area. This moderate 6.5 mile walk will take in the Pillow Mounds, Banc Cynnydd Cairns, Carn Nant Y Ffald, Carn Wen and finally, Rhiw Afon Cairn.

Come along and get some hands-on experience and see what you can spot with our fantastic range of RSPB binoculars and telescopes - with some help if needed from our friendly staff !

The annual Newtown Food Festival celebrating great food, drink and music The main sections of the festival include: Food Producers Tent, Street Food, Community Lawn (with Bar,) The Childrens Village and the Music Lawn.

Gwydion, nephew to the King, a magician and storyteller, provokes a war between North and South Wales and unleashes a chaos of consequences. Blodeuwedd, a woman conjured from flowers, is torn between duty and desire, with fateful results.

Take a tour of the Solar System with Martin Nelmes from the University of Aberystwyth. We will try to put the Solar System into perspective and present some interesting facts about various moons and planets.

PCA Welsh Championships: ’Physical Culture Association’ Fitness & Bodybuilding Federation.

Take a tour of the Solar System with Martin Nelmes from the University of Aberystwyth. We will try to put the Solar System into perspective and present some interesting facts about various moons and planets.

An Elan Valley Walking Festival Event. Join Elan Valley Trustee, Bob Vaughan on a 5 mile walk to explore the history and remains of Cwm Elan Lead Mines. You will also be able to see the recent stabilising works. Meet at Nantgwyllt car park SN 909639

Join Terry Smith for a hands-on day of map and compass reading. With both theory and practical application this workshop will improve your understanding of maps and access to the countryside. N.B. There is an advanced workshop being held on Saturday 19th May. Meet at the Visitor Centre SN 928646.

An Elan Valley Walking Festival Event. Join Terry Smith for a hands-on day of map and compass reading. With both theory and practical application this workshop will improve your understanding of maps and access to the countryside. N.B. There is an advanced workshop being held on Saturday 19th May.

An Elan Valley Walking Festival Event. Join Guest Speaker, Kevin Harding, of the Brecon Mountain Rescue Team.

An Elan Valley Walking Festival Event. Join Guest Speaker, Kevin Harding, of the Brecon Mountain Rescue Team.

Guided Walk led by Tudor Davies A rare opportunity to experience working life in the Elan Valley. During a moderate walk of 5 miles, we will be visiting two working farms on the Elan Estate.

For the last two years adventurer Pip Stewart has travelled on expeditions to the Amazon to get a worm’s eye view of issues in the region. These include gold mining, cattle ranching and deforestation - topics that can seem so removed from our everyday life.

An Elan Valley Walking Festival Event. A rare opportunity to experience working life in the Elan Valley. During a moderate walk of 5 miles, we will be visiting two working farms on the Elan Estate.

Ponthafren is a registered charity for people with mental health issues or those that feel lonely or isolated. Open door policy so everyone is welcome. Interesting community garden on banks of R Severn run and maintained totally by volunteers: sensory garden with long grasses, herbs, scented plants and shrubs.

An Elan Valley Walking Festival event. Learn about the history of Caban Coch Dam, the workers’ village and other stories on this easy one mile walk. Meet at the Visitor Centre.

An Elan Valley Walking Festival Event. A moderate, circular 7 mile hill walk, setting off from the Dyfed/Powys border, onto Lluest Dolgwiail, following Afon Diluw until reaching the bothy at Nant Rhys. Meet at the Dyfed Powys border car park SN 853 758.

An Elan Valley Trust Event. Guided Walk led by Tudor Davies A moderate, circular 7 mile hill walk, setting off from the Dyfed/Powys border, onto Lluest Dolgwiail, following Afon Diluw until reaching the bothy at Nant Rhys. This is a joint event with the Brecon Beacons Park Society.

If taking on some of the toughest, highest and most scenic tracks and trails found in the Brecon Beacons is your choice of fun, then the Brecon Beacons Beast is the mountain bike enduro for you.

Last Night of the Proms concert incorporating the 2018 PromArt competition, which this year is based on Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf”.

This fast moving show Starring New Amen Corner is a must for lovers of 60’s music. With its stunning Multimedia Presentation and special guest appearances from 60’s Icon Mike d’Abo and multi award winning Nancy Ann Lee “little Miss Sixties” Whether you come to this show to relive your childhood memories or you just...

Multi-instrumental and vocal sextet Allan Yn Y Fan have been recording and touring internationally since 2003. Now they make their concert debut in Brecon. Renowned for blending traditional Welsh music with their own compositions, Allan Yn Y Fan are sure to capture your heart and stir emotions deep inside you.

When our local spinners and weavers are at the museum, not only can you ask all those ’woolly’ questions, but you can try it for yourself.

Come and immerse yourselves in a nature-based wellness experience at RSPB Lake Vyrnwy. Forest bathing, or being in the presence of trees, is a Japanese practice known as ’shinrin-yoku’ that can boost the immune system, decrease stress and lower blood pressure.

The practice of Focusing is about deepening inner awareness and acceptance of all parts of our self, enabling us better to flourish and live creatively. Following the successful Focusing workshop at Bleddfa last year, Elizabeth Halls is returning with four workshops in 2018.

Paris 1657ish. Impotence is illegal. When a member of the aristocracy is accused of being less than upstanding, his wounded pride leads him towards a monumental and very public flop.

Bring your teddies, spot their friends in the woods along the line, and meet Big Ted for treats at Llanfair.

The aims of the walks are to provide a focal point for people who enjoy walking, to encourage physical activity, to provide a challenge and to show off some of the most picturesque countryside surrounding Llanwrtyd Wells.

Professors Gusto and Hitch work hard in the Laboratory of Curiosity answering questions: how do birds stay in the air£ Where does the moon go in the daytime£ Only one thing is certain – the universe is filled with wonder and not everything is as it seems.

2018 sees The Blues Band Celebrate their 39th year together - Paul Jones, Dave Kelly, Tom McGuinness, Rob Townsend and Gary Fletcher.

Create your own mini landscape on wood with local artist and illustrator A.K.Skipsey. Places are limited so please book in advance on 01597 810880. £20 per person, payable in advance. Held at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

Travel on replicas of our original 1903 Great Western liveried bogie carriages, with goods wagons and brake van attached, and watch the shunting at each end of the trip.

Join our Ranger team for a walk in the woods looking for signs and clues of the wildlife that lives in the Elan Valley and how to find them. Meet at Penbont car park (Grid reference SN 916674). Please book in advance on 01597 810880. No unaccompanied children please. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

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.

Celebrating the life and music of the legendary Matt Monro. The Matt Monro Story is an inspired and unforgettable show. A unique evening of music, warmth and love, keeping the memory of his music alive.

Taking inspiration from the wild Elan landscape, join award winning local writer Peter Cox for an enjoyable ‘no experience necessary’ workshop that will stretch your creative muscles. Places are limited so please book in advance on 01597 810880. £20 per person, payable in advance.

Enigmatic, mysterious and sub textural, songwriter Leonard Cohen was an unflinching character, with an exact sense of prose, a wry humour and courage to wrestle with the unspoken, forgiving human frailty with the stroke of each line. The chilling announcement of Leonard’s passing marked the end of an era.

Meet local suppliers and be spoilt for choice. Stalls include locally produced meats, butter, eggs and cheeses; plants; gardening tools; cards; knitted and other craft items; cakes and Fairtrade products. Location: Llangynidr Village Hall, Cwmcrawnon Road.

Over the last two decades Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and the ‘GREATEST HITS TOUR 2018’ will once again feature all those classic ‘Eagles Greatest Hits’ from their timeless back catalogue including ‘Hotel California’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘One

The practice of Focusing is about deepening inner awareness and acceptance of all parts of our self, enabling us better to flourish and live creatively. Following the successful Focusing workshop at Bleddfa last year, Elizabeth Halls is returning with four workshops in 2018.

A short walk to look at the fascinating world of fungi with Ray Woods. Meet at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

RHS recommended 4½ acre garden on S-facing site, sloping down to lakes surrounded by yr-round interest. Beds mostly colour themed with a huge variety of rare and unusual trees, ornamental shrubs and herbaceous plants.

Grade I listed garden set within 750 acres of Gregynog Estate which was designated a National Nature Reserve in 2013. Fountains, lily lake and water garden. A mass display of rhododendrons and yew hedge create a spectacular backdrop to the sunken lawns. Azaleas and unusual trees. Fantastic autumn colour.

This year’s Festival is inspired by angels and archangels – the divine, the maverick, the diabolical. Five concerts with Rachel Podger and Brecon Baroque, VOCES8, The Society of Strange and Ancient Instruments and lutenist James Bramley frame a long weekend which also includes our pop-up café with live chamber music –...

Brecon craft fair has been established for over 20 years and is based in the towns historic market hall. Each month up to 60 traditional independent craft workers and artists offer a wide range of high quality arts and crafts.

A tough mainly off road Half Marathon . The route is on a figure of eight basis starting from town and passing through the first section of app 7 miles which contains one tough hill climb which lasts for around 1 mile.

Beautiful Greek revival house (not open) set in mature parkland with rare and ancient trees. 25 acres of gardens incl walled garden of rooms, vegetable garden, original potting shed, Victorian grotto and orangery. Wysteria scented fountain walk, 4 acre lake with shady seating areas, folly island and wildfowl.

The show is managed by the Brecon & Borders Welsh Pony & Cob Breeders Association. The show is a WPCS Silver Medal show and has foal classes for Welsh Section As, Bs, Cs, Ds, riding ponies and Welsh part breeds.

Based on the legendary 1994 P.U.L.S.E. tour, the band perform all the hits, including Another Brick in the Wall, Money, Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Comfortably Numb and many more. Contains strobes and other extreme lighting effects.

Join Howey Hedgehog Rescue’s Elaine and Nigel to see what goes on behind the scenes during a hedgehog rescue. Learn how to care for our prickly hogs and how to improve our gardens for wildlife. Held at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

Peter Loughran of Powys Ramblers will lead a 7.5 mile moderate circular walk around Carn Gafallt and Coed y Mynach from the Visitor Centre. Some tarmac walking on quiet lanes. Some climbs involved. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing and bring packed lunch. Meet at the Visitor Centre SN 928646.

Come along and make your own scary accessories in time for Halloween, with spooky face painting also available! No unaccompanied children please. Please book in advance on 01597 810880. £5 per child. Held at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

Join our Rangers at one of our big Dam Open Days - an exclusive chance to venture into Pen y Garreg Dam and up to the central tower. You’ll enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the dam wall – and learn about the feat of engineering that made Elan.

Led by Joy Powell, a local silver jewellery designer/maker & teacher. Using a range of hammers, punches and other texturing techniques, learn how to create some unusual jewellery and other items in sterling silver and copper using traditional skills. No experience necessary.

Come along to the Visitor Centre to design, manufacture and launch your own rocket. Only £3 for your rocket materials. Please book in advance on 01597 810880. No unaccompanied children please. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

Attempt this 10 mile scenic race around part of the Elan Valley. Race commencement at 1pm. Enquiries go to website www.rhayaderac.org.uk Registration from 11am at Elan Valley Visitor Centre

For those of you with an interest in Mountain Biking and Real Ale. A fun non competitive ride through some spectacular scenery around the Cambrian mountains. Suitable both for hardened Mountain Bikers or fun riders. With courses set for serious bikers and enthusiastic beginners .

An opportunity to roam through some wonderful scenery and enjoy some panoramic views from the mountain tops. Not only that but for the beer drinkers amongst you there will be tokens provided to participants which can be exchanged en route for Real Ale or other liquid refreshment.

’Hay Does Vintage’ is organising another Vintage Fayre right in the middle of Hay-on-Wye. To be held in a marquee at the Market Square car-park plus other venues on Sunday 25th November 2018.

First staged in 1990, the Winter Fair is now firmly established as one of the most popular attractions on the British agricultural show calendar. Leading stockmen from all over the UK compete for the top accolades in the competitions running throughout the two-day event.

Our Visitor Centre is packed with local crafters and artists offering handmade jewellery, wildlife art, wooden crafts, paintings, craft demonstrations, up-cycled products, and traditional Welsh crafts. Open daily at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre between 10am and 4pm. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

A family favourite; come and meet Santa whilst travelling by steam train alongside the River Banwy. Trains run from LLANFAIR CAEREINION only.

Santa will be stopping at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. Children can meet him in his Grotto, and receive a gift. While you wait to see Santa why not make your own Christmas crafts and decorations£ Contact 01597 810880. £5 per child. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

Santa will be stopping at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. Children can meet him in his Grotto, and receive a gift. While you wait to see Santa why not make your own Christmas crafts and decorations£ Contact 01597 810880. £5 per child. We reserve the right to change/cancel events.

A 4 mile guided walk to learn about the area, including the remains of Nant y Gro Dam which was used for tests before the WW2 Dambusters Raid. There is a steep climb of 40 metres up the steps to the top of the dam and then a very steep 140 metre climb. Meet at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre.

Annual Walking (or running) CHALLENGE EVENT held across OPEN AND CHALLENGING UPLAND TERRAIN in and around the Elan and Claerwen Valleys. The route is waymarked in parts but MAP READING SKILLS ARE REQUIRED. Either 13 or 20 mile courses are available. Entry Fee & Kit Check apply. Start Times : 8.

As part of our Saturnalia Celebrations we present the Mountain Bike Chariot Racing Event. This is for teams of three persons ( over16 yrs) Two to ride Mountain Bikes which are connected to a Chariot where the third member will be situated . Teams will race head to head over a course approx 0.

Take a tour of the Solar System with Martin Nelmes from the University of Aberystwyth. We will try to put the Solar System into perspective and present some interesting facts about various moons and planets.

The Royal Welsh Show is one of the most prestigious events of its type in Europe, bringing together the farming industry and rural community in a celebration of the best of British Agriculture with a unique and very special ‘Welsh’ flavour.