Gregynog Hall & Gardens

Gregynog is famous for its hospitality – whether we’re welcoming you for a conference or for a well-earned break in our Courtyard accommodation. Why not visit us this summer to explore our glorious Grade 1 listed gardens or take a break in our Courtyard coffee shop –open daily from July.

Keep an eye out for our special events and themed nights.

WHAT’S ON IN BRIEF

22ND JULY - 6TH AUGUST

From the page to the stage

•22nd July, Cloudbusting

– The Music of Kate Bush, Cardigan Castle

The longest running homage to Kate Bush has been championed by BBC One as one of the most authentic tributes in the world. 6.30pm. £25 (child £18).

The Willow Globe (Y Glôb Byw) in Llanwrthwl, near Llandrindod Wells is a scaled-down, living version of The Globe in London, just a third of the size in diameter. The ‘small but mighty’ theatre has a full programme of events aimed not only at students of Shakespeare but anyone seeking great entertainment!

Romeo & Juliet, 8th July A vibrant and emotional production by Sun & Moon Theatre of the Bard’s most popular drama, featuring the star-crossed lovers and their warring families. 7pm. Tickets £12.

A Comedy of Errors, 22nd July Sweet Sorrow Theatre Company create a family-friendly take

Textiles now and then

•2nd-30th August (Wed & Sun only), Sunset Steam Special, Talyllyn Railway, Tywyn See the Fathew Valley in a new light! The train will depart at 6.30pm, pausing for refreshments at Abergynolwyn before returning to Tywyn around 9pm. £25 (child £12.50).

•3rd August, Halls Valuation Day, Town Hall, Broad Street, Montgomery Halls’ antiques specialists will be on hand to o er free advice and valuations on any antiques you would like to know more about. 10am-2pm.

At Newtown Textile Museum free tapestry workshops continue every Tuesday afternoon throughout the school holidays. Other courses on offer include peg and hand-loom weaving,

Find your tribe

•5th-6th August, Baja Series 2023, Sweet Lamb Rally Complex, Pantmawr, Llanidloes

A friendly rally, open to multicylinder, big singles and trail bikes. Suitable for novices to experts, with the emphasis on fun and bringing people into the sport. Arrivals from 4pm on Friday 4th. Entry £195, spectators from £20.

•6th August, Steve Edwards, The Oak Inn, Guilsfield Enjoy an early evening of Steve’s lively guitar style, playing a range of popular covers including songs by The Jam, Elbow, Beyonce, Bruce Springsteen and Amy Winehouse. 4pm.

Set in the retreat centre of Spirit Horse – an off-grid village of Celtic roundhouses and yurts, waterfalls, sacred fires and temples cradled in 200 acres of Welsh forest – the Cauldron of Plenty is a small, familyfriendly festival that has been going strong for 30 years. Taking place on 24th-28th August, tickets are inclusive of parking, camping and food, and cost £195 (ages 14-18 £135, ages 5-13 £75, under-5s free). Read more at www.spirithorse.co.uk

DID YOU KNOW?

Venus and Adonis was written in 1593, when plague shut theatres. Sounds familiar… on this classic story of confusion, loss and love. 7pm. Tickets £12 (under-16s £6).

Venus and Adonis, 18th August In this one-man show Christopher Hunter takes on the epic poem that was Shakespeare’s first published work. 7pm. Tickets £12.

Find out more about The Willow Globe and book tickets at www.shakespearelink.org.uk feltmaking, Welsh quilting and braid making, while weaver-inresidence Kay-lee Davies will be creating new designs on one of the large looms.

The Museum’s summer exhibition features Amelia Ray, who ran a draper’s shop in the high street during the 1870s, at a time when the shopping experience was changing rapidly. It includes a fascinating collection of paperwork which tells us a lot about her customers and suppliers. Open Tues and Thurs-Sat noon-4pm. www. newtowntextilemuseum.co.uk

Bop on the bay

Play on!

Llanfyllin Music Festival (Gwyl Gerdd Llanfyllin) welcomes top classical performers including RCM Professor of Harp

Ieuan Jones to Powys from 8th-16th July. Audiences can enjoy the superb acoustics in the delightful setting of St Myllin’s churchyard, while the historic Workhouse (Y Dolydd) offers an informal setting for fringe performances. Ticket prices vary, visit www. llanfyllinfestival.org.uk

New Quay Football Club is the setting for this year’s New Quay Wales Music Festival on 4th-7th August. Acts of all genres will be heading to the beautiful fishing village on Cardigan Bay, including Los Palmas 6, one of the best Madness tribute bands in the world, Maet Live and the Never Neverland Express, with Boomin closing out the weekend. Day tickets are £22.50 (Friday) or £30, or you can buy a weekend pass for £65. www.nqwmf.com

... treftadaeth a diwylliant Cymru a chenhedloedd Celtaidd.

• Mynediad am ddim i’r Ystafelloedd Darllen ac adnoddau

• Arddangosfeydd am ddim

• Rhaglen amrywiol o ddigwyddiadau a gweithgareddau

• Caffi Pen Dinas yn gweini bwyd cartref

• Siop yn gwerthu nwyddau Cymreig

• Free admission to the Reading Rooms and resources

• Free exhibitions

• A diverse programme of events and activities

• Caffi Pen Dinas serving home cooked food

• Shop selling Welsh products

Unique 2 mile miniature railway along the beaches of the stunning Mawddach Estuary in the shadow of the Cader Idris mountains

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... the heritage and culture of Wales and the Celtic nations. •

Open Easter to October Daily in School Holidays

Closed Monday & Friday at other times

JUST £170

Escape to the countryside between Welshpool and Newtown.

Some of the fantastic places of interest within 35 mile radius: Lake Vrynwy RSPB, Coed y Dinas, Powis Castle, Hafren Forest, Ynyshir RSPB, Devils Bridge, Elan Valley, Abbey Cwm Hir, Whittington Castle, Stiperstones, Long Mynd, Llandrindod cycle museum, Clun Castle.

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The Museum of Sculpture features a glittering collection of work from contemporary sculptor, Andrew Logan.

The best in Classical, Jazz & Welsh Music, Exhibitions & Talks in the heart of Wales

Berriew , Nr. Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8PJ Licenced for weddings T. 01686 640689 www.andrewloganmuseum.org

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Crazy Golf course open daily 10am to 4.30pm

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Schubert Celebration with Elisabeth Leonskaja & Julius Drake Rachel Podger & Brecon Baroque play Handel, Purcell and Leclair. Haydn, Dvořák and Smetana trios with Jack Liebeck, Thomas Carroll & Amandine Savary Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet, Stravinsky’s Soldier’s Tale, late night marimba, plus more...