What's on in Idole

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Idole.

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Community

Summer Book Sale

The St Peter's Summer Book Sale will take place on:-

Wed 22 JulSt Peter's Church(2.7mi)

via St Peter's ChurchLocal gem

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Summer Book Sale

The St Peter's Summer Book Sale will take place on:-

Wed 22 Jul12:15St Peter's Church(2.7mi)

via St Peter's ChurchLocal gem

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Sew a Crossback Apron

We've tracked down Sew a Crossback Apron at Thimble. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Sat 25 JulThimble(2.7mi)

via ThimbleCurated

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Zippers for Beginners

Thimble is putting on Zippers for Beginners and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Sun 26 JulThimble(2.7mi)

via ThimbleCurated

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July / Gorffennaf

We found this gem on Peter Francis Auctions's website. July / Gorffennaf — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Wed 29 JulPeter Francis Auctions(2.5mi)

via Peter Francis AuctionsLocal gem

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Sew Your Own Weekend

We've tracked down Sew Your Own Weekend at Thimble. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Sat 1 AugThimble(2.7mi)

via ThimbleCurated

Community

Repair Cafe Carmarthen

Bring along your broken or damaged item and our volunteer repairers will try to fix it, for free. You can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, and chat to your fellow neighbours while you wait. We’ll even show you how it is done too if you like! The best way to reuse and recycle there is. Typical repairs include; basic bicycle maintenance, electrical appliance repair, computing assistance, sewing, ornament repair, and woodworking; though we will have a look at most things, except Microwaves as they are too dangerous. Got any questions? Just drop us a message on Facebook or Twitter, and we will do our best to ensure a repairer is available to fix your item. More fixers are always welcome – come along even if it is just to find out what is going on, and tell your friends! See you there!

Sat 1 Aug15:00Carmarthen Repair Cafe(2.7mi)

via Carmarthen Repair Cafe

Community

Sew Your Own Weekend

We found this gem on Thimble's website. Sew Your Own Weekend — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Sun 2 AugThimble(2.7mi)

via ThimbleCurated

Markets & Fairs

Market

Market at Capel Dewi Community Hall. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Sat 8 Aug09:30Capel Dewi Community Hall(4.5mi)

via Capel Dewi Community Hall

Community

Curating Otherwise: Reading the Landscape

How do landscapes become part of our cultural memory? Who shapes the stories we tell about the places around us, and how might young people begin to curate new relationships with them?

Sat 15 AugOriel Myrddin Gallery(2.7mi)

via Oriel Myrddin GalleryCurated

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August / Awst

We keep tabs on Peter Francis Auctions so you don't have to. August / Awst caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Wed 19 AugPeter Francis Auctions(2.5mi)

via Peter Francis AuctionsLocal gem

Workshop: Quilted Scenes with Sophie Snow

Workshops & Classes

Around £60

Workshop: Quilted Scenes with Sophie Snow

Have a go at making this summer with featured maker, Sophie Snow in a fun and colourful hands‑on textiles workshop. Sophie will share her experience of contemporary quilting, and guide participants to tell the story of their own scenic scene. Learn creative techniques with embroidery threads, play with colour, shape and pattern in fabrics and create your own quilted scene to take home. No previous experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to have a go. What to expect: An introduction to contemporary quilting Hands-on techniques for applique and composition of materials A supportive, creative environment with expert guidance Your own handmade textile piece of a colourful scene to take home Materials are included within the cost and there are tools available to use within workshop time. Booking essential Please bring a packed lunch. Tea and coffee provided. £60 To share access needs or to ask any questions please e-mail the team at or . Book Now About Sophie Snow Based in St Dogmaels, West Wales, Sophie Snow is a textile designer and quilter inspired by the landscape around her home. After more than ten years working in the fashion industry as a print designer, Sophie returned to her own creative practice and a love of craft. Working with colour, shape, pattern and texture, she creates distinctive one-off textile pieces that bring together contemporary design and traditional quilting techniques.

Sat 22 AugOriel Myrddin Gallery(2.7mi)

via Oriel Myrddin GalleryCurated

Likely freeCommunity

SOWND: Weaving Words with Elinor Gwynn

Enjoy a morning in the company of writer and environmentalist Elinor Gwynn, where we'll explore the landscape of south-west Wales through words and images, and learn more about the ancient poetic craft of 'cynghanedd'. With guest contribution from the renowned poet and geographer Hywel Griffiths. Cymru yn Fenis / Wales in Venice Sownd: Manon Awst + Dylan Huw

Sat 29 AugOriel Myrddin Gallery(2.7mi)

via Oriel Myrddin GalleryCurated

Live Music

Organ Recital Series

St Peter’s will once again host a series of lunchtime organ recitals during August, showcasing an impressive line-up of talent.

Tue 1 SeptSt Peter's Church(2.7mi)

via St Peter's ChurchLocal gem

Community

CDCA Committee Meeting

Capel Dewi Community Hall is putting on CDCA Committee Meeting and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Wed 2 Sept20:30Capel Dewi Community Hall(4.5mi)

via Capel Dewi Community Hall

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Open Day Placeholder

We found this gem on Capel Dewi Community Hall's website. Open Day Placeholder — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Sat 5 Sept10:00Capel Dewi Community Hall(4.5mi)

via Capel Dewi Community Hall

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September / Medi

Another belter from Peter Francis Auctions. September / Medi — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Wed 9 SeptPeter Francis Auctions(2.5mi)

via Peter Francis AuctionsLocal gem

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Venues with events near Idole

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Thimble2.7 miles away Peter Francis Auctions2.5 miles away St Peter's Church2.7 miles away

More about Idole

Dyfed, Wales

Idole is in Dyfed, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Idole events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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Summer Book Sale

Summer Book Sale

Sew a Crossback Apron

Zippers for Beginners

July / Gorffennaf

Sew Your Own Weekend

Repair Cafe Carmarthen

Sew Your Own Weekend

Market

Curating Otherwise: Reading the Landscape

August / Awst

Workshop: Quilted Scenes with Sophie Snow

SOWND: Weaving Words with Elinor Gwynn

Organ Recital Series

CDCA Committee Meeting

Open Day Placeholder

September / Medi

Venues with events near Idole

More about Idole

Enjoyed the look of Idole?

What's on near Idole, in your inbox

Summer Book Sale

Summer Book Sale

Sew a Crossback Apron

Zippers for Beginners

July / Gorffennaf

Sew Your Own Weekend

Repair Cafe Carmarthen

Sew Your Own Weekend

Market

Curating Otherwise: Reading the Landscape

August / Awst

Workshop: Quilted Scenes with Sophie Snow

SOWND: Weaving Words with Elinor Gwynn

Organ Recital Series

CDCA Committee Meeting

Open Day Placeholder

September / Medi