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Around £10

Natural Voice Singing

Natural Voice Singing at The Lost ARC. Every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month join with others in singing for pleasure at The Lost ARC, No experience necessary!We sing a variety of songs: world music and folk songs to uplift and inspire.We sing together to make community, letting the words and music, harmonies and shared sound do their magic.No auditions, all the music and words are learnt by ear. We have a variety of Natural Voice leaders: Clara Clay, Liz Ikamba, Liv Preye, Ben Webb. Every three months we do a DIY self lead session.Everyone is welcome! 2nd and 4th Mondays each month, 7 til 9pm. £10 per session or pay what you can afford.

Mon 10 Aug20:00The Lost ARC

via The Lost ARC

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Coffee Morning

Come and join us for a chat, cuppa and cake. Second Tuesday of every month in the community CHaT Room Cafe.

Tue 11 Aug11:15Glangrwyney Village Hall

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The Doing Good Together Fund

We are so excited to tell you more about our Doing Good Together Fund, providing more money for good causes locally, and how you, our members, are at the very heart of it.

Fri 14 Aug11:00Churchstoke Shopping Centre

via Churchstoke Shopping CentreLocal gem

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Around £4

Arts Extravaganza | Strafagansa Celf

Arts Extravaganza | Strafagansa Celf – Making a Musical | Creu Sioe Gerdd A 5-day summer programme for adults with learning disabilities | Rhaglen haf 5 niwrnod i oedolion gydag anableddau dysgu This year’s theme is “Making a Musical” – we’ll be celebrating some of our favourite musicals and getting inspired to create our own! | Y thema eleni ydy “Creu Sioe Gerdd” – fe fyddwn ni’n dathlu rhai o’n hoff sioeau cerdd a chael ein hysbrydoli i greu rhai ein hunain! 10:30am-3pm (lunch | cinio – 12pm-1pm) Fridays | Dydd Gwener 24 & 31 July | Gorffennaf 7, 14 & 21 August | Awst Neuadd Gymunedol | Castle Caereinion | Community Centre 🅿 £4 per participant per session | £4 y cyfranogwr y sesiwn Artists | Artistiaid: Stuart Thomas and Murphy Benner Enablers | Galluogwyr: Jamila Walker and Jessica Morgan Book | 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂 Please note: We will only have a maximum of 20 spaces available so please make sure you book your space/s in advance. Please bring a packed lunch and support if needed.

Fri 14 Aug11:30Castle Caereinion Community Hall

via Castle Caereinion Community Hall

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Haf o Straeon | A Summer of Stories

Haf o Straeon | A Summer of Stories Where wild things are told! | Lle mae pethau gwyllt yn cael eu hadrodd! Join us for a series of summer outdoor storytelling sessions with Fiona Collins for the whole family – come and listen, wonder, and wander together. Ymunwch â ni am gyfres o sesiynau adrodd straeon awyr agored yn yr haf gyda Fiona Collins i’r teulu cyfan – dewch i wrando, rhyfeddu, a chrwydro gyda’ch gilydd. Please bring your own refreshments | Dewch â’ch lluniaeth eich hun os gwelwch yn dda Please wear suitable clothing for the weather and terrain | Gwisgwch ddillad addas ar gyfer y tywydd a’r tirwedd Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the session | Rhaid i blant fod yng nghwmni oedolyn cyfrifol drwy gydol y sesiwn 2 – 11 years old (but all ages welcome) | Oed 2 – 11 (ond pob oedran yn croesawu) 11am – 1pm | Trains 10am – 12pm £ FREE | AM DDIM FRIDAYS | DYDD GWENER 24/07 – Corwen – Corwen River | Afon Corwen – FULLY BOOKED 31/07 – Llangollen Canal | Camlas Llangollen 07/08 – Pen y Pigyn, Corwen 14/08 – Plas Newydd, Llangollen – FULLY BOOKED 21/08 – Llangollen – Steam Train | Trên Stêm – 10am – FULLY BOOKED 28/08 – Llangollen – Steam Train | Trên Stêm – 10am – FULLY BOOKED Booking essential | Archebu’n hanfodol: artsconnection.org.uk/haf-o-straeon | A partnership between Arts Connection – Cyswllt Celf, South Denbighshire Community Partnership and Llangollen Railway | Partneriaeth rhwng Arts Connection...

Fri 14 Aug12:00Llanfyllin Library

via Llanfyllin Library

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Friday pizza night

Pizza nights at the arc! Friday night is pizza night at The Lost ARC café! At the end of the week we fire up our amazing wood-fired over to cook delicious and fresh pizza, so why not join us! Booking is recommended, especially if there’s a gig on! Call the café to book on . Book now!

Fri 14 Aug18:00The Lost ARC

via The Lost ARC

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Alton Towers

With over 40 rides and attractions, the Alton Towers Resort is Britain’s Greatest Escape. Thrill seekers can experience the adrenaline rush on the exhilarating Wicker Man, which is the first wooden rollercoaster to be built in the UK. Also enjoy the world's first 14 loop rollercoaster, The Smiler, and the Obilvion, which is the world's first vertical drop rollercoaster. For younger guests, they can visit the world’s first CBeebies Land featuring some of CBeebies’ best-loved characters and shows, including; In the Night Garden Magical Boat Ride, Peter Rabbit Hippity Hop, Postman Pats Parcel Post plus many more. There’s something for everyone at Alton Towers Resort from family fun to adrenalin-pumping experiences so it’s no wonder it remains as one of our most popular family fun theme parks.

Sat 15 AugArvonia Bakery

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Adam Holmes

Doors 7pm Start 7.30pm BBC award-winning songwriter Adam Holmes brings his intimate Songs & Stories concert to The Globe at Hay for a seated evening of songs, stories and connection. Hay-on-Wye feels like the kind of place these evenings belong in. A room full of attentive people. Quiet songs. A sense of space around the music. Adam’s concerts have become known for their warmth and honesty. Part performance, part conversation. Songs carried carefully through rooms designed for listening.The Globe feels like a beautiful place to close this run. . Why This Show Will Be Special. An intimate seated concert in one of Hay’s most loved cultural spaces. Quiet, listening-focused atmosphere. Songs and stories from across ten albums. Limited capacity evening designed to feel close and personal. Buy tickets at https://www.adamholmesmusic.co.uk/shop/p/adam-holmes-live-in-hay-on-wye-sunday-16-august-2026

Sun 16 AugThe Globe

via The GlobeLocal gem

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Gulliver's World

With over 80 rides, attractions, and live shows, Gulliver’s World Warrington promises an action-packed day out for families with children aged 2 to 13. Designed with young adventurers in mind, it’s the perfect destination for toddlers and older kids alike! Thrill-seekers can enjoy dodgems, log flumes, and treetop swings, while little ones explore Clown School or hop on gentle rides designed just for them. Step back in time at the Lost World, where dinosaurs roam among exciting attractions, or journey to Lilliput Land, where Princess Gilly awaits at the Fairy Tale Academy to make magical dreams come true! For pirate lovers, Smugglers Wharf is the place to be—climb aboard the mighty Pirate Ship, ride the iconic Antelope roller coaster, and let loose in Pirate’s Cove play area. With new attractions, seasonal events, and endless fun, Gulliver’s World is a must-visit for family adventures in the North West.

Sun 16 AugArvonia Bakery

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Art with Heart | Celf gyda Chalon - Welshpool | Y Trallwng

A creative wellbeing programme for people in Powys living with and beyond cancer, their carers, and their family | Rhaglen lles greadigol i bobl ym Mhowys sy’n byw gyda chanser a thu hwnt iddo, eu gofalwyr, a’u teulu. Across a series of friendly sessions in community venues around Powys, we’ll explore a range of different art forms | Ar draws cyfres o sesiynau cyfeillgar mewn lleoliadau cymunedol o amgylch Powys, byddwn yn archwilio amrywiaeth o wahanol ffurfiau celf. You can join in as much or as little as feels right for you. Everything is gently guided by experienced facilitators who understand the value of creativity for wellbeing | Gallwch ymuno cymaint neu gyn lleied ag sy’n teimlo’n iawn i chi. Mae popeth yn cael ei arwain yn ysgafn gan hwyluswyr profiadol sy’n deall gwerth creadigrwydd ar gyfer lles. The sessions are free to attend, with all materials provided. They’re designed to offer space to express yourself, meet others who understand, and take time out from the pressures of appointments and everyday life. Many people find that being creative helps reduce stress, lift mood and rebuild confidence | Mae’r sesiynau am ddim i fynychu, gyda’r holl ddeunyddiau’n cael eu darparu. Fe’u cynlluniwyd i gynnig lle i fynegi eich hun, cwrdd ag eraill sy’n deall, a chymryd amser i ffwrdd o bwysau apwyntiadau a bywyd bob dydd.

Tue 18 Aug11:00Welshpool community haven

via Welshpool community haven

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Knowsley Safari Park Day Excursion

A visit to Knowsley Safari Park is an unforgettable adventure, offering a perfect blend of wildlife encounters and family-friendly fun. Join us on-board the coach for a 5-mile drive-through safari, where you can get up close to majestic lions, roaming rhinos, playful baboons, and towering giraffes. Watch in awe as herds of antelope graze freely. Beyond the safari, explore the Foot Safari, where you can meet sea lions, birds of prey, and even adorable meerkats. With amazing animal talks, thrilling rides, and exciting play areas, Knowsley Safari offers a wild day out for all ages.

Wed 19 AugArvonia Bakery

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Hay Reads Book Club

Hay Reads Book Club edges away from the usual convention of only inviting readers to discuss a single book to opening up our evenings to a more general celebration of our shared love of storytelling. At our fourth meeting of Hay Reads 2026 we’ll be talking about Zadie Smith. Please ask in the bookshop for input and recommendations.

Wed 19 AugNorth Books

via North BooksCurated

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Booking GB ref 2026003

Something's afoot at Tretower Village Hall and it goes by the name of Booking GB ref 2026003. Their site has the particulars.

Wed 19 Aug17:00Tretower Village Hall

via Tretower Village Hall

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Cambrian Line & Aberystwyth

Join us for a relaxing journey to Aberystwyth, one of Wales' most charming seaside towns. Our day begins with a short trip to Porthmadog, where we’ll board the scenic Cambrian Line train for a breathtaking journey along the rugged Welsh coastline and through the rolling countryside to Machynlleth.

Thu 20 AugArvonia Bakery

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Stitches & Stories Book Club August 2026

Stitches & Stories is a collaboration between Jo from Bobbin Sisters Yarns and Jules at North Books. We thought a book group of crafters who sit and discuss books while they work alongside each other would be rather fun. Jo takes the credit for coming up with the textile-themed books.

Thu 20 AugNorth Books

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Around £250

Annual CAT Conference

Join our annual CAT Conference for talks and workshops exploring the skills and knowledge needed to take action for a sustainable future.

Fri 21 AugCentre for Alternative Technology

via Centre for Alternative TechnologyCurated

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Haf o Straeon | A Summer of Stories

Haf o Straeon | A Summer of Stories Where wild things are told! | Lle mae pethau gwyllt yn cael eu hadrodd! Join us for a series of summer outdoor storytelling sessions with Fiona Collins for the whole family – come and listen, wonder, and wander together. Ymunwch â ni am gyfres o sesiynau adrodd straeon awyr agored yn yr haf gyda Fiona Collins i’r teulu cyfan – dewch i wrando, rhyfeddu, a chrwydro gyda’ch gilydd. Please bring your own refreshments | Dewch â’ch lluniaeth eich hun os gwelwch yn dda Please wear suitable clothing for the weather and terrain | Gwisgwch ddillad addas ar gyfer y tywydd a’r tirwedd Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the session | Rhaid i blant fod yng nghwmni oedolyn cyfrifol drwy gydol y sesiwn 2 – 11 years old (but all ages welcome) | Oed 2 – 11 (ond pob oedran yn croesawu) 11am – 1pm | Trains 10am – 12pm £ FREE | AM DDIM FRIDAYS | DYDD GWENER 24/07 – Corwen – Corwen River | Afon Corwen – FULLY BOOKED 31/07 – Llangollen Canal | Camlas Llangollen 07/08 – Pen y Pigyn, Corwen 14/08 – Plas Newydd, Llangollen – FULLY BOOKED 21/08 – Llangollen – Steam Train | Trên Stêm – 10am – FULLY BOOKED 28/08 – Llangollen – Steam Train | Trên Stêm – 10am – FULLY BOOKED Booking essential | Archebu’n hanfodol: artsconnection.org.uk/haf-o-straeon | A partnership between Arts Connection – Cyswllt Celf, South Denbighshire Community Partnership and Llangollen Railway | Partneriaeth rhwng Arts Connection...

Fri 21 Aug11:00Llanfyllin Library

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