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February St David's Day Concert
Sunday 28th February 3 - 5pm
Cymmer Communities First Event
For futher details contact Cymmer Communities First on 01443 682945
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March
AFTERNOON TALK
Wednesday 3rd March, 2 - 4pm
Visions of Old Pontypridd & Rhondda
Presented by Meic Jones of Glamorgan Family History Society
Free Admission & refreshments, please reserve your place in advance
Ring 01443 682036
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April
EASTER WEEKEND ~ UNDERGROUND TOURS
Saturday 3rd - Monday 5th April, 10am, 12pm & 2pm
Complimentary Easter Egg with every child ticket purchased for underground tour
Pre-booking is advised please ring 01443 682036
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AFTERNOON TALK
Wednesday 14th April, 2 - 4pm
The Coal Industry in South Wales during the Second World War
Presented by Dr Stuart Broomfield
Free Admission & refreshments, please reserve your place in advance
Ring 01443 682036
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May
AFTERNOON TALK
Wednesday 12th May, 2 - 4pm
Growing English Roses
Presented by Mike Thompson, Rhondda Rose Society
Free Admission & refreshments, please reserve your place in advance
Ring 01443 682036
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June
AFTERNOON TALK
Wednesday 2nd June, 2 - 4pm
Family History Research and your local library
Presented by Nick Kelland
For many people their local library is the first place they visit when begining research into their family tree. Nick Kelland will talk on the Family History Resources held in the local studies collections of Rhondda Cynon Taff Libraries.
Free Admission & Refreshments, please reserve your place in advance
Ring 01443 682036
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MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT CHARITY WALK
Saturday 12th June
To partcipate or for more details, please contact Helen Ashcroft on
01656 867968, e mail: hashcroft@macmillan.org.uk or visit website at: www.macmillan.org.uk/wales
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RHYS DAVIES EXHIBITION
Monday 14th June - Monday 20th September
9 - 4pm, Free Admission
A display of works by the most distinguished prose-writer ever to be produced by the Rhondda. Display arranged by the Rhys Davies Trust. |
LEWIS MERTHYR COMMUNITY SINGING DAY
Saturday 19th June, 10.30 - 4.30pm, Free Admission
Join us and the Welsh National Opera on a free one-day community singing workshop and learn from the professionals while having fun with family, friends and neighbours.
No previous singing or music experience required. Participants should be 13yrs and over (u16yrs must be accompanied by an adult). Places must be pre-booked and you will be required to stay all day. Ring: 01443 682036 |
ROSE FESTIVAL
Saturday 26th June, 1pm - 5pm
Sunday 27th June, 11am - 5pm
Free Admission
A blooming great day out with stunning displays, gardening advice clinic and plant sales. |
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July
FAMILY HISTORY DAY
Saturday 3rd July, 11am - 4pm, Free Admission
Whether you are interested in local history or researching your family tree, this is the place to start.
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AFTERNOON TALK
Wednesday 7th July, 2 - 4pm
Rhondda and its Writers
Presented by Professor Dai Smith, A Rhondda Carnival: Riots and Writers
Free Admission & refreshments
Individuals, Schools and Colleges welcome please reserve your place in advance
Ring 01443 682036 |
PORTH CARNIVAL
Saturday 10th July ~ Further details to follow
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August
AFTERNOON TALK
Wednesday 4th August, 2 - 4pm
Growing and Using Herbs
with Horticulturist broadcaster and author, Sheena Crossley
Free Admission & Refreshments, please reserve your place in advance
Ring 01443 682036
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September
AFTERNOON TALK
Wednesday 8th September, 2 - 4pm
Gardening made easier
with Horticulturist broadcaster and author, Sheena Crossley
Free Admission & Refreshments, please reserve your place in advance
Ring 01443 682036 |
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CORDELL FESTIVAL
Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th September, 11 - 4pm
Join us in celebrating the works of the renowned author Alexander Cordell (1917 - 1997) in particular 'The Sweet and Bitter Earth' as we commemorate the Centenary of the Tonypandy Riots of 1910.
This FREE two day event features music, theatre, tours, welsh crafts and food, plus lots more.
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OPEN DOORS
Free admission to Rhondda Heritage Park every weekend in September as part of the Open Doors Scheme.
Please reserve your underground tour in advance. |
October
VINTAGE TRANSPORT FESTIVAL
Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd October 11am - 4pm
Full steam ahead with model railway displays, traction engines, buses, cars and much more
Admission £2.50 Adults, £1.50 Children 3yrs+ |
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AFTERNOON TALK
Wednesday 6th October, 2 - 4pm
Glimpses of 20th Century America
Presented by Gareth Gill, RCT Museums & Education Officer
Free Admission & Refreshments, please reserve your place in advance
Ring 01443 682036 |
HALF TERM HALLOWEEN WORKSHOPS
25th - 29th October
For further information please ring 01443 682036
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November/December
CHRISTMAS STARTS HERE WITH A VISIT TO:
Parti Nadolig Porth
Saturday 20th November
A chance to enjoy free entertainment for the children, stands, dancers and to meet Sion Corn in his grotto. All through the medium of Welsh. |
Santa's Toy Mine - Public
Sunday 21st November - Thursday 23rd Dec ~ 10am - 5pm
Join our Toy Miners on a magical thrilling underground adventure through the snow storm and ice cave, who knows, will you be lucky enough to discover Santa's secret grotto? Tours last approximately 45 minutes. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Tickets £6.50 Child (including a gift for all children) £3.95 (inc Mince pie and hot drink) for accompanying adults. Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. (Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all telephone bookings)
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Santa's Toy Mine - Public - Christmas Eve
Friday 24th December Last Tour 2.30pm
Tickets £7.50 Child (inc gift for all children) £4.95 (Inc Mince Pie and hot drink) for accompanying adults. Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. (Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all telephone bookings)
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Santa's Toy Mine Schools
Weekdays from Monday 22nd November - Friday 17th December
10am - 2.30pm
Pupils £4.75 (includes gift) Accompanying Adults £2.50, Teachers (1 in 10) Free
Meal Deals available @ £2.50 per pupil/£3 per adult.
Pre-Booking essential Tel: 01443 682036 (Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all telephone bookings)
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Santa's Toy Mine - Schools Matinee Tours
Weekdays from 22nd Nov - Friday 10th Dec ~ from 1.30pm
Pupils £3.75 (includes gift) Accompanying Adults £2.50, Teachers (1 in 10) free.
Meal Deals available @ £2.50 per pupil/£3 per adult.
Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036.
Late Nights with Santa
Monday 20th - Thursday 23rd December
Tours from 5pm, Last tour 7pm
Children £6.50 (incudes gift), Adults £3.95. Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. (Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all telephone bookings)
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