What's on in Pontarsais

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

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Community

Sew Your Own Weekend

Sew Your Own Weekend at Thimble. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Sun 2 AugThimble(5.5mi)

via ThimbleCurated

Family Woodland Adventure Days in South West Wales

Children & Family

Around £50

Family Woodland Adventure Days in South West Wales

Join us on Wednesday 5 August 2026 for a family Woodland Adventure Day in South West Wales. Build dens, explore the woods, enjoy campfire fun and make memories together.

Wed 5 AugCommunity Gatherings(10mi)

via Community GatheringsLocal gem

Markets & Fairs

Market

Capel Dewi Community Hall is putting on Market and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Sat 8 Aug09:30Capel Dewi Community Hall(5.6mi)

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(5.5mi)

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Community

August / Awst

Filed under: August / Awst at Peter Francis Auctions looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Wed 19 AugPeter Francis Auctions(5.6mi)

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(5.5mi)

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Community

Around £80

Beekeeping Taster Days

Discover the Fascinating World of Beekeeping at the National Botanic Garden of Wales Ever wondered what it’s like to work with bees? Our Beekeeping Taster Day offers the perfect introduction for anyone curious about these remarkable creatures and the art of beekeeping. Set in the stunning surroundings of the National Botanic Garden of Wales, you’ll begin with an engaging classroom session covering the essentials of bee biology and hive management, before getting up close and personal with our colonies during a hands-on practical session. Whether you’re considering keeping bees yourself or simply want to learn more about these vital pollinators, our experienced beekeepers will guide you every step of the way. Key Features: In the classroom: - Learn the basic theory necessary for looking after bees - Learn about their biology, life cycles and roles of each type of bee - Learn about the basic threats to bees such as pests and diseases - Learn about the basic equipment and hive types - Learn about the products of the hive and how we harvest them - Learn about the national associations involved in beekeeping and the major suppliers, and where to obtain further information - Tea/coffee is available during the theory session, and it is advisable to bring additional fluids for the practical session, particularly if it is warm.

Sun 23 Aug11:30National Botanic Garden Conference Centre(8.1mi)

via National Botanic Garden Conference CentreLocal gem

Children & Family

Around £50

Family Woodland Adventure Days in South West Wales

Join us on Wednesday 5 August 2026 for a family Woodland Adventure Day in South West Wales. Build dens, explore the woods, enjoy campfire fun and make memories together.

Wed 26 AugCommunity Gatherings(10mi)

via Community GatheringsLocal gem

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(5.5mi)

via Oriel Myrddin GalleryCurated

Likely freeCommunity

Botanical Colour: The Art of Swimming

Natural Dyes, Interconnection and Embodied Practice Discover an immersive exhibition celebrating the legacy of natural dye pioneers Margaret and David Redpath. Led by artist Abi Makepeace and delivered by Makepeace Studio CIC, the exhibition explores the beauty of natural colour, our connection to plants, and the relationship between people and the natural world. The exhibition is accompanied by a free publication and a programme of public talks and hands-on workshops. See our What’s On page for full details. When: Sat 18th July – Sun 30th August

Sun 30 Aug11:00National Botanic Garden Conference Centre(8.1mi)

via National Botanic Garden Conference CentreLocal gem

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(5.4mi)

via St Peter's ChurchLocal gem

Community

CDCA Committee Meeting

Right then — CDCA Committee Meeting at Capel Dewi Community Hall. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Wed 2 Sept20:30Capel Dewi Community Hall(5.6mi)

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Community

Open Day Placeholder

Spotted Open Day Placeholder on Capel Dewi Community Hall's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Sat 5 Sept10:00Capel Dewi Community Hall(5.6mi)

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Community

September / Medi

September / Medi — brought to you by Peter Francis Auctions and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Wed 9 SeptPeter Francis Auctions(5.6mi)

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Talks & Lectures

SOWND: Manon Awst, Dylan Huw & Elliott Flanagan in conversation

Join us for an introduction to Sownd the p roject by artists Manon Awst and Dylan Huw representing Wales at this year’s Venice Biennale, one of the world’s most significant contemporary art events. Cymru yn Fenis / Wales in Venice Sownd: Manon Awst + Dylan Huw

Thu 10 SeptOriel Myrddin Gallery(5.5mi)

via Oriel Myrddin GalleryCurated

CommunityFood & Drink

Coffee Morning

Found this on Capel Dewi Community Hall's radar. Coffee Morning — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 14 Oct11:00Capel Dewi Community Hall(5.6mi)

via Capel Dewi Community Hall

Community

October / Hydref

Peter Francis Auctions hasn't given us the full script, but October / Hydref has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Wed 21 OctPeter Francis Auctions(5.6mi)

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Dyfed, Wales

Pontarsais 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 Pontarsais 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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