Abertillery Community Education Centre

Heritage Talk: The History of the Brecon Canal

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Heritage Talk: The History of the Brecon Canal

Join Blaenau Gwent Heritage Form for their next FREE Heritage Talk at Bedwellty House: The History of the Brecon Canal With Guest Speakers David Vine and David Morgan Entry is free, and no booking is necessary. For more information visit https://blaenau-gwent-heritage-forum.co.uk/

Thu 11 JunAbertillery Community Education Centre

Sun 14 JunAbertillery Community Education Centre

Crosskeys Silver Band

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music at the bandstand in Bedwellty Park! Entry is FREE and no booking is necessary. This FREE concert is part of the Summer Bandstand Concert programme that has been organised by Tredegar Town Council. For more information call Tredegar Town Council on / or email Alternatively call Bedwellty House & Park on .

Sun 21 JunAbertillery Community Education Centre

Tylorstown Band

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music at the bandstand in Bedwellty Park! Entry is FREE and no booking is necessary. This FREE concert is part of the Summer Bandstand Concert programme that has been organised by Tredegar Town Council. For more information call Tredegar Town Council on / or email Alternatively call Bedwellty House & Park on .

Sun 28 JunAbertillery Community Education Centre

Armd Forces Day: Welsh Regimental Band

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music at the bandstand in Bedwellty Park! Entry is FREE and no booking is necessary. This FREE concert is part of the Summer Bandstand Concert programme that has been organised by Tredegar Town Council. For more information call Tredegar Town Council on / or email Alternatively call Bedwellty House & Park on .

Sun 5 JulAbertillery Community Education Centre

Tredegar Town Band

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music at the bandstand in Bedwellty Park! Entry is FREE and no booking is necessary. This FREE concert is part of the Summer Bandstand Concert programme that has been organised by Tredegar Town Council. For more information call Tredegar Town Council on / or email Alternatively call Bedwellty House & Park on .

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Heritage Talk: Pithead Baths

Join Blaenau Gwent Heritage Form for their next FREE Heritage Talk at Bedwellty House: Pithead Baths With Guest Speaker Benjamin Price Entry is free, and no booking is necessary. For more information visit https://blaenau-gwent-heritage-forum.co.uk/

Thu 9 JulAbertillery Community Education Centre

Sun 12 JulAbertillery Community Education Centre

Ebbw Valley Brass

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music at the bandstand in Bedwellty Park! Entry is FREE and no booking is necessary. This FREE concert is part of the Summer Bandstand Concert programme that has been organised by Tredegar Town Council. For more information call Tredegar Town Council on / or email Alternatively call Bedwellty House & Park on .

Sun 19 JulAbertillery Community Education Centre

Live Music

Tredegar Orpheus Male Voice Choir

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music at the bandstand in Bedwellty Park! Entry is FREE and no booking is necessary. This FREE concert is part of the Summer Bandstand Concert programme that has been organised by Tredegar Town Council. For more information call Tredegar Town Council on / or email Alternatively call Bedwellty House & Park on .

Sun 26 JulAbertillery Community Education Centre

Oakdale Silver Band

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music at the bandstand in Bedwellty Park! Entry is FREE and no booking is necessary. This FREE concert is part of the Summer Bandstand Concert programme that has been organised by Tredegar Town Council. For more information call Tredegar Town Council on / or email Alternatively call Bedwellty House & Park on .

Thu 30 JulAbertillery Community Education Centre

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.

Sat 8 AugAbertillery Community Education Centre

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

Sun 23 AugAbertillery Community Education Centre

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.

Thu 27 AugAbertillery Community Education Centre

Workshops & Classes

Forensic Science Workshop: The Great Chocolate Robbery

A crime has been committed… and we need junior detectives to crack the case at Bedwellty House! In this exciting Forensic Science Workshop, children will use real scientific techniques to solve The Great Chocolate Robbery. Investigate clues using forensic science Examine fingerprints Analyse evidence and eliminate suspects Use observation, logic, and teamwork to solve the mystery This hands-on workshop is perfect for curious minds who love mysteries, problem-solving, and science. Can you follow the evidence and catch the culprit before the chocolate is gone forever? The case is open — will you solve it? Book online here.

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Heritage Talk: Joseph Harris

Join Blaenau Gwent Heritage Form for their next FREE Heritage Talk at Bedwellty House: Joseph Harris With guest speaker Martin Griffiths. Entry is free, and no booking is necessary. For more information visit https://blaenau-gwent-heritage-forum.co.uk/

Thu 10 SeptAbertillery Community Education Centre

Sat 19 SeptAbertillery Community Education Centre

Around £7.50

Mayhem of Mas 4 Animals

Join us for some family fun with Mayhem of Mad4Animals at Parc Bryn Bach! Enjoy ninety minutes packed with a high energy show plus hands on animal handling that turns everyone into a brave explorer. Sessions take place at 10.30am, 1pm and 3pm. Tickets are £7.50 per person, babies in arms are free. For more information visit Mayhem of Mad4animals | Mad4Animals Book your tickets here

Sun 20 SeptAbertillery Community Education Centre

Around £7.50

Mayhem of Mas 4 Animals

Join us for some family fun with Mayhem of Mad4Animals at Parc Bryn Bach! Enjoy ninety minutes packed with a high energy show plus hands on animal handling that turns everyone into a brave explorer. Sessions take place at 10.30am, 1pm and 3pm. Tickets are £7.50 per person, babies in arms are free. For more information visit Mayhem of Mad4animals | Mad4Animals Book your tickets here