What's on in Talywain

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Baby Clinic

Please note that attendance at Baby Clinic is by appointment by the Health Visitor only.

Tue 28 Jul10:00Llanhilleth Miners Institute(3.5mi)

via Llanhilleth Miners InstituteLocal gem

CommunityFood & Drink

Around £10

Lunch Club

Our Monthly Lunch Club is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy great food, friendly faces, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Whether you're a regular or joining us for the first time, you'll always receive a warm...

Wed 29 JulLlanhilleth Miners Institute(3.5mi)

via Llanhilleth Miners InstituteLocal gem

Community

Mission to Mars: Astronaut School

Prepare for launch at Bedwellty House and train like a real astronaut! In our exciting Mission to Mars: Astronaut School, young space explorers will discover the science behind space travel and astronaut training through fun, hands-on challenges. Explore NASA’s surprising link with nappies Take on the famous Egg Drop Challenge to protect your “astronaut cargo” Learn how astronauts survive, travel, and work in space This interactive workshop is perfect for curious minds who dream of space, rockets, and life beyond Earth. Packed with problem-solving, engineering, and space science, it’s an out-of-this-world experience! Blast off into science and adventure! Book online here.

Thu 30 JulAbertillery Community Education Centre(2.8mi)

via Abertillery Community Education CentreCurated

Community

Plas-y-Garn Service- Andrew

Plas-y-Garn Service- Andrew is happening at Plas y Garn Care Home. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Thu 30 Jul12:00Plas y Garn Care Home(2.2mi)

via Plas y Garn Care Home

Community

Around £2.75

Is Air Really There? – Summer Shows

Visit Catalyst at between 1st and 14th August for a chance to see our family show. What is Air? Do we really need it? How much do we breathe in? Can we prove it exists? Fin...

Sat 1 AugCatalyst Museum(3mi)

via Catalyst Museum

Likely freeCommunity

Event : More to Life than Work - 'Hiya Butt! Bay'

There's more to life than work!Explore the hobbies, past-times and sports of mining communities in o...

Mon 3 AugBig Pit National Coal Museum(3.3mi)

via Big Pit National Coal MuseumLocal gem

Community

Blaenau Gwent Community Hub

Having a problem and need advice and support? Blaenau Gwent Community Hubs offer residents easy access to services in their local community, including: Information and advice on Council Tax and Non-Domestic rates Benefits information and advice such as...

Wed 5 AugLlanhilleth Miners Institute(3.5mi)

via Llanhilleth Miners InstituteLocal gem

Community

Around £20

Hyrox Games: Abertillery

Join us at Abertillery Sports Centre for our next Hyrox Games! Eight stations - 6 minutes per station - 2 minutes break: Shuttle Run Ski Erg Rowing Machine Sled Push (40kg men / 30kg women) Broad Jump Burpees Farmers Carry (24kg men / 16kg women) Weighted Lunge (20kg men / 10kg women) Wall Balls (6kg men / 4kg women) Registration opens at 5pm and the event starts at 5.30pm. £20 per pair To book your place, or ask at reception.

Fri 7 AugAbertillery Community Education Centre(2.8mi)

via Abertillery Community Education CentreCurated

Community

Around £16

Breakfast with the Princesses

Join us for a magical morning of singing, dancing, and sparkle-filled fun with Aurora and Rapunzel! Our princesses can’t wait to welcome your little ones for an enchanting start to the day. Children will enjoy a delicious, cooked breakfast along with a special royal treat, while adults can relax with a bacon or sausage roll and a pastry treat on the side. It’s the perfect family event for making memories, meeting the princesses, and starting the day with a little bit of magic. £16 per child | £8 per adult Book online here

Sat 8 AugAbertillery Community Education Centre(2.8mi)

via Abertillery Community Education CentreCurated

Sun Protection Scientists – Summer Workshops

Community

Around £2.75

Sun Protection Scientists – Summer Workshops

Every day between 8th and 21st August at 12:30pm and at 3:00pm Become a Sun Protection Scientist and carry out your own investigations to find out just how important sun pr...

Sat 8 AugCatalyst Museum(3mi)

via Catalyst Museum

Community

Welcome to Cwmbran Modelling Society

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Sun 9 AugPontypool Civic Centre(2.4mi)

via Pontypool Civic CentreLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Event : More to Life than Work - Wrestling

There's more to life than work!Explore the hobbies, past-times and sports of mining communities in o...

Tue 11 Aug12:00Big Pit National Coal Museum(3.3mi)

via Big Pit National Coal MuseumLocal gem

Community

Tough day at Bexleyheath

The Torfaen Tigers Wheelchair Rugby League team faced a challenging day on August 3rd, suffering heavy defeats in their double-header against Cardiff Blue Dragons and the Argonauts.

Wed 12 AugTorfaen Tigers Wheelchair Rugby League(2.6mi)

via Torfaen Tigers Wheelchair Rugby LeagueLocal gem

Community

Around £750

Unlocking Healing Wisdom

A gentle, grounded, and thought-provoking 3-day workshop exploring the deeper wisdom within symptoms. It's not about blame, fear, or ‘fixing. It’s an invitation to begin listening differently - to your body, your life, and yourself.

Fri 14 Aug11:00WILD Wellbeing(4.2mi)

via WILD WellbeingLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Event : More to Life than Work - Coal Rocks

There's more to life than work!Explore the hobbies, past-times and sports of mining communities in o...

Tue 18 Aug12:00Big Pit National Coal Museum(3.3mi)

via Big Pit National Coal MuseumLocal gem

Community

Growing Stronger: Club grows with New Coaches and Youth Accessibility

The Torfaen Tigers Wheelchair team has seen player numbers grow over the last 12 months and is now celebrating the qualification of three new coaches, a development that not only bolsters the team's capabilities but also underscores the club's ongoing commitment to inclusivity and community engagement.

Fri 21 AugTorfaen Tigers Wheelchair Rugby League(2.6mi)

via Torfaen Tigers Wheelchair Rugby LeagueLocal gem

Community

Around £30

Clayton Shorthouse Memorial Triathlon

The Clayton Shorthouse Memorial Triathlon is back for 2026 at Ebbw Vale Sports Centre! This triathlon is ideal for beginners and features a range of races, including a Junior Aquathlon for children aged 8 - 14 years: Relay Event: 400m Swim, 10km Cycle & 2.5km Run (£30 per person) Super Sprint: 400m Swim, 10km Cycle & 2.5km Run (£15 per person) TriStar 1: 150m Swim & 1.5km Run (£10 per person) TriStar 2: 200m Swim & 2km Run (£10 per person) TriStar 3: 300m Swim & 3km Run (£10 per person) TriStar Start: 50m Swim & 600m Run (£10 per person) The course is well-supported with numerous volunteers ensuring participants have a smooth and enjoyable experience. Join us in honouring the memory of our late friend, Clayton Shorthouse, by taking part in this special event. All proceeds will go to North Gwent Cardiac Rehabilitation & Aftercare Charity. For more information on the races, or to sign up for the event, please visit the British Triathlon website here.

Sun 23 AugAbertillery Community Education Centre(2.8mi)

via Abertillery Community Education CentreCurated

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Venues with events near Talywain

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

Abertillery Community Education Centre2.8 miles away Torfaen Tigers Wheelchair Rugby League2.6 miles away Catalyst Museum3.0 miles away

More about Talywain

Gwent, Wales

Talywain is in south-east Wales, where valleys, market towns and community venues sit close together. 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 Talywain 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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