Britain's What's On Event Guide
Events and Attractions Around Swansea
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Rhossili and South Gower Coast - Great British Beach Clean
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.
Rhossili and South Gower Coast
Today
Swansea International Wine Festival
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!
National Waterfront Museum Oystermouth Road, Maritime Quarter, Swansea
Today
Rhossili and South Gower Coast - Rhossili Down Walk
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.
Rhossili and South Gower Coast
Sun 22 Sep
Eye of the Storm
Meet Emmie Price.
Her life has been a whirlwind. It’s a world torn between caring for her mam and proving she’s got what it takes at school. But Emmie knows one day that’s all going to change. One day she’s going to become a storm chaser… in America.
Swansea Grand Theatre Singleton Street Swansea
Mon 23 Sep 19 to Fri 27 Sep
Explore Books
A book club with a difference! No need to read the books in advance just come along for a discussion. With set themes and authors this is a chance to discover different books that you might be inspired to go on and read. For further information please contact, Karen Lewis lewiskm@hotmail.co.uk
National Waterfront Museum Oystermouth Road, Maritime Quarter, Swansea
Tue 24 Sep
Music Quiz & Classic Hits - Tuesday nights at the Reverend James, Loughor, Swansea
A fun evening with Classic Hits from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and Rock’n’Roll years and free to enter Music Quiz around 8.30pm. All your favourite songs and some great prizes, including £10 & £5 cash prizes, CD’s, ’chocs’ and booby prize! From 7.30pm until late.
Reverend James, 180 Borough Road, Loughor, Swansea. (Tel 01792 516231)
Tue 24 Sep, Tue 1 Oct, Tue 8 Oct, Tue 15 Oct, Tue 22 Oct, Tue 29 Oct, Tue 5 Nov
Music Quiz & Classic Hits - every Wednesday at the Vivian Arms, Sketty, Swansea
A fun evening with Classic Hits from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and Rock’n’Roll years and Music Quiz (£1 to enter) around 8.30pm. All your favourite songs and some great prizes, including carvery meal for 2, wine, CD’s and booby prize! From 7.30pm until late.
Gower Road, Sketty Swansea
Wed 25 Sep, Wed 2 Oct, Wed 9 Oct, Wed 16 Oct, Wed 23 Oct, Wed 30 Oct, Wed 6 Nov
John Finnemore’s Flying Visit
John Finnemore, writer and star of the multi-award winning BBC Radio shows ’John Finnemore’s Souvenir Programme’, ’Cabin Pressure’ and ’John Finnemore’s Double Acts’, as he brings his new live show to the stage!
Brangwyn Hall The Guildhall, Swansea
Thu 26 Sep 19
Museum Matinée: Withnail and I (1987)
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. In 1969, two substance-abusing, unemployed actors retreat to the countryside for a holiday that proves disastrous.
National Waterfront Museum Oystermouth Road, Maritime Quarter, Swansea
Fri 27 Sep 19
History Day
Spanning both Swansea Museum and the National Waterfront Museum, a full day of historical talks and seminars. Open to all to drop in, or stay the whole day. This event is in partnership with The Historical Association (Swansea branch) and the Royal Institution of South Wales
National Waterfront Museum Oystermouth Road, Maritime Quarter, Swansea
Sat 28 Sep 19
Neath Food & Drink Festival
Neath Food and Drink Festival was born in 2009 and has since established itself as one of the premiere events in Neath Town Centre calendar.
Neath Neath, Port Talbot
Fri 4 Oct 19 to Sun 6 Oct
BBC NOW Classical Playlist: Live
BBC National Orchestra of Wales rewrites the rulebook of what an orchestral concert can be, with a performance that takes over Brangwyn Hall. Featuring a varied programme of music over three stages, audiences can expect a truly immersive experience.
Brangwyn Hall The Guildhall, Swansea
Sat 5 Oct 19
Gower Cider Festival
Cider, Crafts , Apple pressing demos and more
Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill
Sat 5 Oct 19 and Sun 6 Oct
The Gower Cider Festival
This October come and watch the apples being harvested, scattered and the juice put into barrels to ferment. Now is the time to observe the making of this traditional beverage! And what better way to do this than by having a taste of our amazing local ciders!
Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill, Gower
Sat 5 Oct 19 and Sun 6 Oct
MOCSA Young Welsh Singer of the Year
The Final of the MOCSA Young Welsh Singer of the Year Competition; also featuring performances by the internationally-acclaimed Morriston Orpheus Choir. The Competition attracts entries from all the major music colleges in the UK.
The Great Hall Swansea University, Fabian Way , Crymlyn Burrows, Swansea
Sun 6 Oct 19
Music Quiz & Classic Hits - Monday night (first Mon of the month) at the Black Boy, Killay, Swansea
A fun evening with Classic Hits from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and Rock’n’Roll years and Music Quiz around 9.00pm. All your favourite songs and some great prizes, including meal voucher, drinks, CD’s and booby prize! From 7.30pm until late.
Gower Road, Killay, Swansea
Mon 7 Oct, Mon 4 Nov, Mon 2 Dec
Rhossili and South Gower Coast - Wildlife Walk at Rhossili
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.
Rhossili and South Gower Coast
Wed 9 Oct
Harvest Social Evening & Quiz
Harvest Social Evening & Fun Quiz with quizmaster Rob Pendry - a fun fund-raising evening!
Starts at 7pm
Tickets (£6) from Anne Neumann [All Saints’] and Brenda Harris [Norton]
All Saints Church, Oystermouth, Mumbles, Swansea. (Lower Church Room)
Fri 11 Oct 19
Gower Autumn Food Festival
The Gower Heritage Centre has been holding successful foodie events for years now, and the Gower Autumn Food Festival is a new event. Come along to then Gower Heritage Centre for a day of sampling some of the best and most delicious food and beverages the Gowers local producers have to offer.
Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill, Gower
Sat 12 Oct 19 and Sun 13 Oct
Les Musicals
After a sell-out show in 2018, Les Musicals returns to Swansea with their exciting new show! Les Musicals Live Concert Tour is the ultimate celebration of musical theatre.
Brangwyn Hall The Guildhall, Swansea
Sat 12 Oct 19
Circus Funtasia
Circus Funtasia is bringing their action-packed show to Llanelli from 16th-20th October, for the first time ever! This phenomenal live show goes beyond all your expectations, and proves that the circus isn’t just for kids.
Parc Y Scarlets Car Park, Llanelli
Wed 16 Oct 19 to Sun 20 Oct
Salzburg Mozart Gala: K&K Philharmonic Orchestra
With its selected choice of masterpieces, that have long since become unmistakeable earworms, the Salzburg Mozart Gala is a must-see for classical music enthusiasts. Includes excerpts of works such as Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Don Giovanni or The Marriage of Figaro.
Brangwyn Hall The Guildhall, Swansea
Thu 17 Oct 19