Events Around Swansea

For centuries, Aberdulais has been utilising natural resources for energy to drive industrial wonders. Today, National Trust Aberdulais shares and celebrates people’s historical footprint. As once industry shaped the valley and dramatic waterfall of the tinworks, now nature reclaims this fascinating site.

Real ale fans are counting down the days to Swansea Camra’s beer and cider festival at the Brangwyn Hall. The Swansea branch of the Campaign for Real Ale is sourcing the most exciting new brews from up and down the land, many never before seen in this area, for their 33rd annual festival.

Join us for a walk to the sunflower fields in the Vile at Rhossili and find out more about our wildlife friendly farming. Our sunflower fields are part of our new approach to farming, transforming the Vile into a haven for rare animals, birds and wild flowers.

Be careful to keep your head at The Gower Heritage Centre this week! With Lady Elizabeth leading Interactive tales of yore, with Robyn Hood, King Arthur and more, on stage with props and plenty of old style pantomime booing and cheering!

Ahoy there me hearties! Join us as we go pirate crazy with: Cutthroat Crafts Make a treasure map Fearsome Foes Swashbuckling Storytelling Meet the enchanting Mermaid Knotty hands-on Fun

Discover the secrets of Rhossili Down, the highest point on Gower. A interesting walk with great views at every stop. Booking Essential. Phone: 01792 390636. Dogs on leads welcome.

Discover traditional Welsh fishing, featuring hands-on net-making, coracle display and The Blackrock Lave Netsmen of the Severn Estuary who will be sharing their hand held nets and willow traps still in use today.

Dress up as your favourite character and join us this August Bank Holiday for Prince and Princesses family fun day!

Join us for a crafty workshop in the castle and make your own mediaeval crown, princess tiara, badge or bookmark. Drop in any time between 11.30am-3.30pm. Suitable for children aged 3-11 years. Parents are required to stay with their child during the session.

Join our volunteer Dave to walk back in time and discover Rhossili’s history. Booking Not Needed. Suitable for all the family. Dogs on leads welcome.

The stunning grounds of Oystermouth Castle will once again play host to Outdoor Theatre this August with a spectacular performances of the dramatic Wuthering Heights!

Museum Matinées explore classic films on the last Friday of each month and feature an introduction to the social and cultural context of each film. While investigating a gold magnate’s smuggling, James Bond uncovers a plot to contaminate the Fort Knox gold reserve.

It has been 32 years since Scottish twins Craig & Charlie Reid aka The Proclaimers emerged. Since then, their enduring appeal across generations has carved a niche for themselves where pop, folk, new wave and punk collide as the emotional honesty, political fire, wit and sing-along raucousness of their songs and their...

The annual Gower Bluegrass Festival attracts many bluegrass musicians from the South Wales area and also from further afield across the Severn Bridge. Bluegrass enthusiasts have the opportunity to take advantage of our open picking sessions and participate in our instrumental workshops.

Bluegrass Music event

What better way to spend autumn weekends than by exploring the rich history and astounding countryside of Carmarthenshire. Each weekend in September a different property in Carmarthenshire will be opening their doors for FREE. Heritage Open Weekend at Aberdulais will be on 7 & 8 September.

A tempting mix of vintage and retro paraphernalia from the 1930s to the 1980s, plus a varied selection of crafts by local artisans. In partnership with Cow & Ghost Vintage.

The majestic backdrop of Oystermouth Castle makes for a truly memorable evening of cinema under the stars. Situated on the top of the hill in Mumbles with stunning views overlooking Swansea Bay, Oystermouth Castle dates back to the 12th century. Recent restoration work has revitalised the castle.

Enjoy a walk around Rhossili, discovering each season’s wildlife highlights, led by our Area Ranger. Meet outside the National Trust shop. Booking Not Needed.

The majestic backdrop of Oystermouth Castle makes for a truly memorable evening of cinema under the stars. Situated on the top of the hill in Mumbles with stunning views overlooking Swansea Bay, Oystermouth Castle dates back to the 12th century. Recent restoration work has revitalised the castle.

On 14 September, Oystermouth Castle will be taking part in Cadw’s annual Open Doors event. Open Doors is an annual celebration of the architecture and heritage of Wales, providing a once a year chance to step inside some of Swansea’s most famous landmarks for free!

If you’ve ever wondered what’s needed to get James’ peach to fly, whether George is a genius scientist and how topsy-turvy the Twits could really be, then this is the splendiferous science show for you. Join BBC Bitesize science presenter Jon Chase as he delves into the whoopsy waffling worlds of Roald Dahl.

Walk with our rangers to discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island at the far end of Rhossili. Booking Essential. Phone: 01792 390636. Yes. Dogs on leads welcome.

Join us at Rhossili for the Great British Beach Clean in conjunction with the Marine Conservation Society. We will be surveying the rubbish we find and the survey data is then used by MCS to lobby the source industries into taking action to reduce the waste their sector generates. Booking Not Needed. Yes.

Swansea’s Biggest ever wine, craft beer and spirits tasting is coming to the museum. Unlike any other events there is no need to buy bunches of tickets for tasters once in - It is an all-inclusive price! The best value tasting around!