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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Cwmllynfell and Ystradowen

10 picks around Cwmllynfell and Ystradowen, from 6 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Cwmllynfell and Ystradowen

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Cwmllynfell and Ystradowen, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Cwmllynfell and Ystradowen

The Summer Fan Dance 20262

The Summer Fan Dance 2026

at First In Events

Challenge yourself to this incredibly tough 24km route, up and over the highest mountain in South Wales, twice. This infamous route is taken straight out of Special Forces and Pathfinder Selection.

21.2 milesSat 25 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Dance

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The Summer Fan Dance 20263

The Summer Fan Dance 2026

at First In Events

Challenge yourself to this incredibly tough 24km route, up and over the highest mountain in South Wales, twice. This infamous route is taken straight out of Special Forces and Pathfinder Selection.

21.2 milesSat 25 Jul09:00£50.00
Local gemSee the details→
Dance
Film Club7

Film Club

at Llangennith Hall

12 Starring Rosamund Pike, David Tennant & Billy Connolly A hilarious journey through an unforgettable family holiday as a couple attempt to keep their impending divorce a secret from their extended family, but their children can’t keep anything from Grandad. Bar opens 6.30pm for 7.30pm start £6.00 adults, £3.00 under 18s, cash or card – includes membership

23.7 milesSat 25 Jul
CuratedSee the details→
Cinema

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