Football magic

Wrexham Museum forecourt is the venue for a new outdoor exhibition by North Wales documentary photographer Carwyn Rhys Jones. ‘Up The Town’, which runs until 1st August, is part of a wider project about the life experiences of Wrexham AFC supporters and their commitment to the club.

Rhys Jones says: “I chose a variety of fans for this exhibition because I wanted to represent everyone. The loyalty they have for the club is outstanding. It has made me an even bigger Wrexham AFC fan. ”

Inside the museum, and now open to the public,

A-rockin’ and a-shockin’!

DID YOU KNOW?

Admission to the museum is free and under-5s have their own I-Zone

‘Shirt Stories’ is an intriguing history of the game in Wales, told through football shirts. From the first shirt you owned as a child to the latest club replica, fans love football shirts. Many are now considered design classics, some less so. But they all have a story to tell. Mon-Fri 10am-4.30pm, Sat 11am-3.30pm. www.wrexhamheritage.wales

A garden rst

The Rocket Man - A Tribute to Elton John, 20th May Join Jimmy Love on a journey through Elton’s life and career, with the highs and lows brought to the stage with humour. Enjoy hits such as ‘Saturday Night’s Alright’, ‘Crocodile Rock’, ‘I’m Still Standing’, ‘Philadelphia Freedom’ and many more. 7.30pm. Tickets drom £28.

Frankie Boyle: Lap of Shame 28th & 29th June Frankie’s back on tour – enjoy his acerbic, downcast and often shocking humour. 7.30pm. Tickets from £25. www.williamastonwrexham.com

Day and knight

At Caernarfon Castle, young visitors can train to become a page or squire with the Red Dragon Garrison on 20th May or 17th June. Experience a taste of medieval life on 27th-28th

Taking it easy

On 17th-18th June the gardens of Glasfryn Hall will be open for the rst time for the National Garden Scheme. Alongside the opportunity to visit Oriel Glasfryn gallery there will be sculpture in the garden and refreshments served on the front lawn. Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm, entry £3.50 (children free). www.ngs.org.uk

Walk in the poet’s footsteps…

WHAT’S ON IN BRIEF 18TH-25TH JUNE

•18th June, Heaven 17, Tivoli

Venue, Buckley The ’80s synth pioneers have stood the test of time. Enjoy hits such as ‘Temptation’ and ‘(We Don’t Need This) Fascist Groove Thang’ as well as new material. 7pm. Tickets £25.

•22 June, North Wales International Music Festival launch concert, St Asaph Cathedral 7pm. www.nwimf.com

•23rd June, London Tango

Quartet with Dante Culcuy & Christina Benson, Memorial Hall, Criccieth Experience an evening of passion, high energy and drama, with music from the rich repertoire of tango, danced by two professionals. 7.15pm. Tickets £18, call 01766 810 121.

•24th June, The Midnight Walk, Llwyn Isaf, Wrexham. Raise funds for Nightingale House Hospice by walking a 5k or 10k route wearing your brightest colours. Live performances and activities on the lake will keep you entertained. Register on 01978 314 292.

May as costumed re-enactors provide a day of fun. Whilst you are there, tour Caernarfon’s extensive medieval town walls! 11am-4pm, standard admission applies. www.cadw.gov.wales

A cruise on the Llangollen Canal is a wonderful way to take in the scenery of the Dee Valley and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Indulge in Sunday afternoon tea with prosecco (noon-4pm) or on 10th June celebrate the summer evening with a two-and-a-half-hour horse-drawn boat trip, with grazing box and drinks, departing at 6pm. All cruises board at Llangollen Wharf. www.horsedrawnboats.co.uk

The RS Thomas & ME Eldridge Poetry & Arts Festival on 15th-18th June, brings together fans of the literary and artistic works associated with these two inspirational people. Set in Aberdaron and exploring the theme of childhood, there’ll be live music, poetry readings and workshops in the Celtic Roundhouse. Visit Sarn Plas, the artists’ former home, or enjoy a poetry walk. Programme at www.rsthomaspoetry.co.uk

•24th June, Dragon Boat Festival, Llyn Padarn, Llanberis St David’s Hospice is hosting this great day out for friends, family, colleagues, community groups and anyone who is up for paddling fun! Sponsor your team via www.stdavidshospice. org.uk or come along to watch.

•25th June, Mercedes on the Prom, Llandudno A display of up to 100 Mercedes Benz Club members’ cars with examples from the 1950s to the present day on the Promenade, opposite St George’s Hotel. 9am-5pm. Free to spectators.