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Race the Train 2016 – Tywyn – Mid Wales

Feel the pain as you Race the Train

Competitors will be trying not to run out of steam as they take on the challenge to Race the Train in Wales this Summer…

Big Cheese festival - Caerphilly

Cheese racing, markets and quirky performances at festival

The Big Cheese festival will take place in Caerphilly with medieval entertainment, Vikings, a cheese market, quirky walkabout performers and a Great Cheese Race…

Woodfest - Wales

Competitive axe throwing and chainsaw carving at Woodfest

Wales’ annual Woodfest Country Show aims to showcase traditional woodcraft and skills, with a mix of pole climbing, chainsaw carving, and axe throwing…

Whole Earth Man v Horse 2016

A mare of a marathon in Wales

A legendary challenge between man and horse is set to take place in Llanwrtyd Wells, Wales, this June…

Welsh Open Stone Skimming Championships 2018

Try some stone skimming in Wales this bank holiday

Are you an expert tosser? Well, there’s a competition taking place in Wales just for you! Yep, the annual Welsh Open Stone Skimming Championships are back this bank holiday weekend…

Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza 2018 - Alice Parr

Vintage attractions at Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza

The popular Welsh seaside town of Llandudno will be filled with traditional entertainment this bank holiday weekend as they hold their annual extravaganza…

RawFfest

Cardiff’s RawFfest celebrates work from young artists

A fun and innovative festival has been programmed by young people for young people, offering an experience of the arts in its richest and rawest form…

Charlie Parker on blue vinyl

Live music and special releases at Record Store Day 2019

The nation’s independent record stores are gearing up for Saturday’s big event, as Record Store Day 2019 promises a heap of special releases and in-store events…

Real Ale Trail 2017 - Flintshire map

Hop aboard for the Real Ale Trail

The Real Ale Trail runs from Spring to Autumn across Wales and the Wirral, allowing participants to visit rural pubs and enjoy some decent beer…

THE ISLE OF BRIMSKER - JMA PHOTOGRAPHY

Multi-sensory show tours the UK

A multi-sensory, immersive theatre show, for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities, will be visiting towns and cities across the UK…

Bookshop Door Chippy Lne - BLUE at Chapter, Cardiff

Theatre that shines a light on families struggling with care

With their first foray into new writing, Chippy Lane Productions present the world premiere of BLUE at Chapter in Cardiff, from 5th to 16th February…

Chepstow Wassail and Mari Lwyd

A decorated horse skull, morris dancers and the Wassail Butler head to Chepstow

The Chepstow Wassail and Mari Lwyd is a popular annual family friendly event, featuring old traditions, strange customs, capers, and weird creatures…

World MTB Chariot Racing Championships

Roman style racing at the World MTB Chariot Racing Championships

The people of Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales will be turning Roman this month as they celebrate Saturnalia with some special events…

Mountain biking - Llanwrtyd Wells - Wales

Beer and bikes combine for the Real Ale Wobble in Wales

The Real Ale Wobble is an annual event where beer, mountain biking and beautiful scenery combine to celebrate the beginning of the Mid Wales Beer Festival…

13th Abertoir Horror Festival 2018 - Wales

The 13th Abertoir Horror Festival creeps into Welsh town

Abertoir Horror Festival returns for its 13th year at the Aberystwyth Arts Centre from Tuesday 13th to Sunday 18th November, with UK premieres, pre-releases, masterclasses and special guests…

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Curiosity of the Week

Woodhenge, Stonehenge’s lesser-known neighbour
Woodhenge - ©English Heritage, Historic England Photo Library

You have heard of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, but have you heard of its lesser known neighbour, Woodhenge? Find out more in our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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Fakes, forgeries and misinformation at Royal Society Late
Dragon Fish - The Royal Society Lates in March

Next month, the Royal Society’s Late event mixes tomfoolery with science as it tackles fake news and hoaxes…

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