
What’s On?
Please note that all events are delivered in the medium of English unless otherwise stated.

Heritage Talk
Join Blaenau Gwent Heritage Forum for their next FREE Heritage Talk at Bedwellty House!
Rioting in the Towns of Ebbw Vale, Rhymney, Brynmawr, New Tredegar and Bargoed in August 1911
With guest speaker Stuart Broomfield
FREE entry - all our welcome!
No booking necessary, just come along and join us.
For more information visit Blaenau Gwent Heritage Forum’s website

999 Day
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service (SWFRS) is excited to host 999 Day at Parc Bryn Bach – and you’re invited!
Experience live rescue demonstrations
Take part in competitions and family-friendly activities
Chat with our safety and recruitment specialists
FREE Entry
Whether you’re looking for a fun day out with the family or you’re curious about a career in the fire service, this is your chance to get involved, ask questions, and see our team in action!

Gin Night
Join us for our next fabulous Gin Night at Bedwellty House & Park!
Enjoy 5 single gins and mixers for just £25 per person (over 18s only).
Sharing food platters are available for £8 per person.
Booking is essential ~ Book online here
More Gin Nights will take place on Friday 26th September and Friday 28th November.

Summer Craft Fayre
Join us for a special Summer Craft Fayre showcasing a host of learners’ work and external crafters at Ebbw Vale Adult Community Learning Centre.
Pottery
Cakes
Jewellery
Raffle and Lucky Dip
Dog Treats
Driftwood
Ceramics
Creative Woodwork
Artistic Designs
Chat with our Adult Community Learning and Multi Skills teams to find out more about our upcoming courses and activities.
For more info call 01495 369560 or email michelle.seabourne@aneurinleisure.org.uk

Titan Brecon Middle Distance Triathlon
Titan Brecon Middle Distance Triathlon is back for 2025 on Saturday 5th July at Parc Bryn Bach!
Possibly the most Iconic Middle Distance Triathlon on the UK Calendar which should be on all triathletes bucket list, with a beautiful lake swim, an ‘epic’ bike course and a traffic-free park-based run.
The event starts with a 1.2 mile one-lap swim and takes place in the park lake.
The 60-mile bike course has now built a following of fans and ‘epic’ is the word! The quiet roads have excellent riding surfaces and the route tours the beautiful Brecon Moors before culminating with a sustained climb back to T2.
The final 13.1 mile run is a three-lap route around the lake and park – so it’s great for spectators!
For more information on this event, or to enter visit www.icompete.co.uk/events/titanbrecon2025

Bubbles & Brunch
Join us for a delicious 3 course brunch and 90 minutes of bottomless drinks this summer!
£35 per person (over 18s only)
Accompanied by live music from saxophonist Carlo Fraccalvieri
Booking is essential ~ book online here
More Bubbles & Brunch events will take place on Saturday 23rd August and Saturday 15 November.

Go Wild!
Join us for South Wales biggest nature event and FREE family fund day at Parc Bryn Bach!
Activities will include:
Arts and crafts
Build your own animal home
Guided insect walks
Guest talks
And much more!
Go Wild will take place whatever the weather, so please bring weather appropriate clothing and shoes.
Some activities require pre-booking as spaces will be limited
To make an activity booking:
Call 07814 067660
Email sheryl.beck@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk

Summer Sip & Paint in the Park
Join us for an evening of cocktails and creativity this Summer at Bedwellty House and Park!
You don't need to have any experience we will provide everything that you need to create your own beautiful wine glass - Just sip and paint and allow your inner artist to flow!
Our Summer Sip & Paint evenings will be held outside the Orchid House Tearoom if the weather allows.
£30 per person (over 18s only)
What’s included?
All equipment and instructions will be provided
A welcome drink
4 cocktails
Chips & dips sharing box

Bubbles & Brunch
Join us for a delicious 3 course brunch and 90 minutes of bottomless drinks this summer!
£35 per person (over 18s only)
Accompanied by live music from saxophonist Carlo Fraccalvieri
Booking is essential ~ book online here
More Bubbles & Brunch events will take place on Saturday 15 November.

Gin Night
Join us for our next fabulous Gin Night at Bedwellty House & Park!
Enjoy 5 single gins and mixers for just £25 per person (over 18s only).
Sharing food platters are available for £8 per person.
Booking is essential ~ Book online here
More Gin Nights will take place on Friday 28th November.

Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience
Basil, Manuel and Sybil are coming to Bedwellty House and Park — and they’re bringing a healthy dose of mayhem with them!
Join us for a fully immersive, highly interactive and completely original dining experience and show where anything can and usually does happen.
With 70% of the show improvised, it’s never the same twice. Expect two hours of comedy, a 70s-inspired three course meal, and universal acclaim the world over.
This critically acclaimed experience guarantees chaos, laughter, and an unforgettable night out!
Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm.
£57.50 per person ~ book online here
All tickets include a drink on arrival, 3-course meal and 2-hour interactive show.

Bubbles & Brunch
Join us for a delicious 3 course brunch and 90 minutes of bottomless drinks this summer!
£35 per person (over 18s only)
Accompanied by live music from saxophonist Carlo Fraccalvieri
Booking is essential ~ book online here

Gin Night
Join us for our next fabulous Gin Night at Bedwellty House & Park!
Enjoy 5 single gins and mixers for just £25 per person (over 18s only).
Sharing food platters are available for £8 per person.
Booking is essential ~ Book online here

Summer Sip & Paint in the Park
Join us for an evening of cocktails and creativity this Summer at Bedwellty House and Park!
You don't need to have any experience we will provide everything that you need to create your own beautiful wine glass - Just sip and paint and allow your inner artist to flow!
Our Summer Sip & Paint evenings will be held outside the Orchid House Tearoom if the weather allows.
£30 per person (over 18s only)
What’s included?
All equipment and instructions will be provided
A welcome drink
4 cocktails
Chips & dips sharing box

Wiggly Words: Abertillery
Jump into a book and make those words wiggle off the page with a a fun and interactive animal themed storytelling session this Whitsun!
Suitable for children aged 3-9 years.
This activity is FREE for library members.
Booking is essential ~ Call Abertillery Library on 01495 369608
Not a library member? Joining is easy!
Pop into your local library or join the library online here

Family Disability Swim
Join us for an inclusive family swim session for children with disabilities to enjoy alongside their siblings and parents or guardians/carers this half term.
The session includes FREE access for disabled children and siblings with a paying adult/carer.
Booking is essential ~ Call Abertillery Sports Centre on 01495 369225

Seed Friday
Join us at Cwm Library this half term for a family-friendly drop-in session to plant seeds and have some fun!
We’ll also have a treasure hunt and colouring activities for children.
FREE activity for library members
Not a library member? Joining is FREE and easy to do!
Join your local library online here or pop in to your local library branch and ask our staff.

Abertillery Playscheme
Enjoy a range of multi-sports activities and games from 10am – 1.30pm in the sports hall, followed by an optional free swim session in the pool from 1.30pm – 3pm.
For children aged 8 – 12 years
£6.50 per child
Booking is essential ~ call Abertillery Sports Centre on 01495 369225
Please note:
Bookings will open one week before the activity day.
Participants should bring a packed lunch and refreshments, as well as their swim kit and a towel.
All children MUST wear appropriate footwear such as trainers – no crocs, sliders or flip flops please. This is to ensure that sports games and activities can be played safely by all participants.

The Science of Sweets
Join us for a Willy Wonka inspired adventure as we explore the science behind your favourite sweet treats at Bedwellty House and Park.
In this delicious workshop we will use scientific equipment and techniques to create our own sweets including super sour sherbet and glow in the dark jelly worms!
Every experiment is edible!
All experiments are vegan, no dairy, no nuts and avoids all common allergens.
Suitable for 4+ years
£11.50 per child ~ book online here

Activity Day
Enjoy a fun range of adventure activities on both land and water at Parc Bryn Bach this Whitsun half term.
Activities are weather dependent and may include the cave, climbing wall, bush craft, orienteering and Tiki SUP.
Suitable for ages 8-14 years
£22.20 per person ~ book online here
Please note that all activities are undertaken in the medium of English.

Wiggly Words: Ebbw Vale
Jump into a book and make those words wiggle off the page with a a fun and interactive animal themed storytelling session this Whitsun!
Suitable for children aged 3-9 years.
This activity is FREE for library members.
Booking is essential ~ Call Ebbw Vale Library on 01495 369615
Not a library member? Joining is easy!
Pop into your local library or join the library online here

Tiki SUP
Take to the water and explore the lake at Parc Bryn Bach on one of our group stand-up paddle boards with your friends this Whitsun half term!
£12 per person
Suitable for children aged 8+
Pre-booking is essential as spaces are limited ~ Book online here

Ebbw Vale Playscheme
Enjoy a range of multi-sports activities and games from 10am – 1.30pm in the sports hall, followed by an optional free swim session in the pool from 1.30pm – 3pm.
For children aged 8 – 12 years
£6.50 per child
Booking is essential ~ call Ebbw Vale Sports Centre on 01495 369227
Please note:
Bookings will open one week before the activity day.
For this Playscheme at Ebbw Vale, only a swim is included in the £6.50 entry cost. Access to the slides will be an additional £3 per person. This additional cost must be paid on the morning of the Playscheme at reception and cannot be paid in advance.
Participants should bring a packed lunch and refreshments or money for the Café, as well as their swim kit and a towel.
All children MUST wear appropriate footwear such as trainers – no crocs, sliders or flip flops please. This is to ensure that sports games and activities can be played safely by all participants.

McDonald's Fun Football Camp
We are very excited to be hosting another McDonald's Fun Football Camp with the FAW this Whitsun at Abertillery Sports Centre!
Suitable for ages 8 - 12 years
£3.50 per child
Booking is essential ~ Call Abertillery Sports Centre on 01495 369225
Please wear appropriate footwear that is suitable for both indoor and outdoor activities - trainers/plastic moulds. No crocs, sliders or flip flops.

Whitsun Crafts
Join us for a fun family-friendly craft session where you can paint your own mug!
Sessions will take place at 11am and 2pm.
£10 per child (under 12’s)
This is a family activity suitable for all ages, however younger children will require help from an adult.
All equipment will be provided including aprons, however suitable clothing is recommended!

Family Disability Swim
Join us for an inclusive family swim session for children with disabilities to enjoy alongside their siblings and parents or guardians/carers this half term.
The session includes FREE access for disabled children and siblings with a paying adult/carer.
Booking is essential ~ Call Ebbw Vale Sports Centre on 01495 369227

Wiggly Words: Tredegar
Jump into a book and make those words wiggle off the page with a a fun and interactive animal themed storytelling session this Whitsun!
Suitable for children aged 3-9 years.
This activity is FREE for library members.
Booking is essential ~ Call Tredegar Library on 01495 369613
Not a library member? Joining is easy!
Pop into your local library or join the library online here

Disability Family Swim
Join us for an inclusive family swim session for children with disabilities to enjoy alongside their siblings and parents or guardians/carers this half term.
The session includes FREE access for disabled children and siblings with a paying adult/carer.
Booking is essential ~ Call Tredegar Sports Centre on 01495 369226

Tredegar Playscheme
Enjoy a range of multi-sports activities and games from 10am – 1.30pm in the sports hall, followed by an optional free swim session in the pool from 1.30pm – 3pm.
For children aged 8 – 12 years
£6.50 per child
Booking is essential ~ call Tredegar Sports Centre on 01495 369226
Please note:
Bookings will open one week before the activity day.
Participants should bring a packed lunch and refreshments, as well as their swim kit and a towel.
All children MUST wear appropriate footwear such as trainers – no crocs, sliders or flip flops please. This is to ensure that sports games and activities can be played safely by all participants.

An Introduction to Psychology
How does our memory work?
Why do we behave the way we do?
This short taster course will be an introduction to psychology where we will consider these questions and look at the links between psychology and crime.
The taster session is FREE, but booking is essential -
Call Brynmawr Adult Community Learning Centre on 01495 369600 to book your space.

Bee Workshop
Come along and join us for an informative session where we will learn all about our wild bees in Blaenau Gwent, and see what species we can find around Bedwellty Park.
Join us for a guided bee walk and take away some FREE bee identification resources.
For more information or to book a FREE space, email: Sheryl.Beck@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk

Hyrox Games: Tredegar
Get ready to challenge yourself, improve your fitness, and have fun along the way with our Hyrox events at each of our sports centres.
This Hyrox Games event is for pairs and provides the perfect opportunity for beginners to experience the format of a Hyrox event at one of our own centres.
The format of the event is 6 minutes work followed by 2 minutes rest for the following skills stations:
Run
Ski Erg
Sled Push
Burpee
Row
Farmers Carry
Weighted Lunges
Wall Balls
Entry Fee ~ £7.50 Members | £15 Non-Members
Call Tredegar Sports Centre on 01495 369226 to enter.

An Introduction to Psychology
How does our memory work?
Why do we behave the way we do?
This short taster course will be an introduction to psychology where we will consider these questions and look at the links between psychology and crime.
The taster session is FREE, but booking is essential -
Call Ebbw Vale Adult Community Learning Centre on 01495 369560 to book your space.
Taster Sessions are also available at:
Brynmawr Adult Community Learning Centre - Wednesday 21st May 10am - 12.30pm (01495 369600)

Creative Writing Workshop
Join us as we celebrate Dylan Thomas Day at Ebbw Vale Library with a Creative Writing Workshop for adults.
There will be discussions about his life and work, followed by writing activities and free refreshments.
This is a FREE workshop, but booking is essential as spaces are limited.
Call Ebbw Vale Library on 01495 369615 to book your FREE place
Suitable for adults of all writing capabilities
Please bring your own writing materials

Mental Health Walk
Join us for a FREE mental health walk in collaboration with men’s mental health group ‘You’re Never Alone’ at Parc Bryn Bach.
Meet outside the visitor centre entrance for a 6pm start.

Abergavenny 3 Peaks Challenge
Join us for a trek of the Abergavenny 3 Peaks!
Experience the three iconic mountains of the Blorenge, Sugar loaf and Skirrid and their stunning views with our Parc Bryn Bach activity team, as we embark on a challenge to walk them all in one day.
Return transport will be provided from Parc Bryn Bach, and between each mountain.
Pick up will be at 8am at Parc Bryn Bach - and we will return by 4pm.
Suitable for intermediate level walkers, age 14+
£30 per person - book online here
Abergavenny 3 Peaks

An Introduction to Psychology
How does our memory work?
Why do we behave the way we do?
This short taster course will be an introduction to psychology where we will consider these questions and look at the links between psychology and crime.
The taster session is FREE, but booking is essential -
Call Abertillery Adult Community Learning Centre on 01495 369598 to book your space.
Taster Sessions are also available at:
Ebbw Vale Adult Community Learning Centre - Thursday 15th May 1pm - 3.30pm (01495 369560)
Brynmawr Adult Community Learning Centre - Wednesday 21st May 10am - 12.30pm (01495 369600)

HOV Six Mile Race & Fun Run
The Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run is set in the scenic grounds of Parc Bryn Bach, and takes full advantage of this beautiful setting.
Whether you’re an advanced runner, enjoying park run life, social running or want to set yourself a challenge, aged over 17, then the Senior Six Mile Race is for you.
Due to popular demand and to support and encourage our little runners we are pleased to offer our 4-16 years olds our Junior One Mile Run.
For more information, or to sign up for the event please visit The Hospice of the Valleys website here

Hyrox Sim Event
Get ready to challenge yourself, improve your fitness, and have fun along the way with our Hyrox events at each of our sports centres.
Experience a full simulated Hyrox event in a familiar and safe environment, where you can challenge yourself .
This event is for singles and double teams and will include:
8 x 1km runs
8 skills
Entry Fee ~ £10 Members | £20 Non-Members
Call Ebbw Vale Sports Centre on 01495 369227 to sign up for the event.
Special Offer
Enter the Hyrox Games at Abertillery and Hyrox Sim Event at Ebbw Vale and get FREE entry to the Hyrox Games at Tredegar.

Abertillery Playsheme
Join us at Abertillery Sports Centre for another fun Playscheme session this Easter.
10am - 1.30pm ~ multi-sports activities games in the sports hall
1.30pm - 3pm ~ optional swim session in the pool
Suitable for ages 8 - 12 years old
Booking is essential - call Abertillery Sports Centre on 01495 369225
*Booking will open 1 week before the event date.
Participants should bring a packed lunch and refreshments, as well as their swim kit and a towel.
All children MUST wear appropriate footwear such as trainers – no crocs, sliders or flip flops please. This is to ensure that sports games and activities can be played safely by all participants.

Taste of Nature Workshop: Cwm
Join us for some fun, food-themed rhymes, creative writing and craft activities this Easter at our libraries.
For children aged 6-10 years, siblings are also welcome.
Booking is essential as spaces are limited.
Please call Cwm Library on 01495 369606 to book your FREE place.
This event has been organised in partnership with Blaenau Gwent Food Partnership, BG Arts and Blaenau Gwent Council.

Taste of Nature Workshop: Blaina
Join us for some fun, food-themed rhymes, creative writing and craft activities this Easter at our libraries.
For children aged 6-10 years, siblings are also welcome.
Booking is essential as spaces are limited.
Please call Blaina Library on 01495 369605 to book your FREE place.
This event has been organised in partnership with Blaenau Gwent Food Partnership, BG Arts and Blaenau Gwent Council.

McDonald's Fun Football Camp: Abertillery
We are very excited to be hosting two McDonald's Fun Football Camps with the FAW this Easter!
Suitable for ages 8 - 12 years
£3.50 per child ~ includes a lunch pack
Booking is essential ~ Call Abertillery Sports Centre on 01495 369225
Please wear appropriate footwear that is suitable for both indoor and outdoor activities - trainers/plastic moulds. No crocs, sliders or flip flops are permitted.