Aug
28
2009
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Talgarth Festival of The Black MountainVenue: Talgarth town centre
Time: All day
For a really enjoyable and varied weekend this August Bank Holiday, pay a visit to Talgarth Festival of the Black Mountains. The festival is packed
with events which cater for people of all ages and interests.
Festivities start on Saturday 29th August on Sunday 30th, ending with a grand Fireworks display.
Roy Noble
Saturday
The former headteacher is now one of Wales' best known broadcasters. Roy Noble OBE presents his afternoon Show from 2 PM - 4 PM every weekday on
BBC Radio Wales.
Roy will be officially opening the Festival.
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Fancy Dress Competition
No theme. Categories: Under 5; 5 - 8's; 8+
To be judged by Roy Noble.
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Fun Dog Show
Price: 50p per class
A fun dog show for all to get involved. Classes available from Programme and on request via email.
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Wine Tasting
Price £5
With 6 - 8 wine tastings and discussions, a competition and raffle.
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Candlelit Concert
Saturday, 7.30pm
Venue: St Ellwye's Church, Llanelieu
Price: £12
A candlelit concert in this Medieval Church, located at the foot of the Black Mountains, 2 miles out of Talgarth. Ticket price includes programme and
cheese & wine. Artistes to include:
Sioned Holland - Harp
Laura Beth Davies - Flute
Catrin Holland - Mezzo Soprano
Plus Hemiola Young Musicians Quartet
Tickets can be purchased from Talgarth TIC: 01874 712226 or Sue Lewis (organising officer): 01874 711177
Sponsored by Jean Hughes & Sue's Sewing.
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Countryside & Rural Crafts
A wonderful selection of stalls and demonstrations relating to Welsh rural living and agriculture - from blacksmiths and woolspinners to alpacas and
rabbits. As well as stands from organisations such as Brecon Beacons National Park Authority and Countryside Council for Wales.
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Craft Fair
A great selection of crafts from wooden toys to jewellery.
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Food Fayre
A varied selection of local produce stalls and more...
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Bronllys Castle Tours
Price: Free, but ticketed
Bronllys Castle, a late eleventh or early twelfth century motte with an 80ft tall round masonry keep, has recently reopened following the completion
of essential conservation maintenance.
As part of Cadw’s 25th anniversary celebrations this year, Cadw will be exhibiting at the local Talgarth Festival and Dr Sian Rees, Cadw’s Inspector
of Ancient Monuments, will conduct guided tours to Bronllys Castle as part of the Festival celebrations.
Sponsored by Cadw
Further information from Brochure.
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Grahame Davies
Sunday
Price: Free, but ticketed
Anglo - Welsh Poetry readings from this award-winning poet, editor, and literary critic.
Tickets can be obtained from Talgarth TIC: 01874 712226
or Adam Price (organising officer): aprice2004@hotmail.com
Sponsored by Academi & The Poetry Bookshop. Event in collaberation with Christopher Meredith.
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Christopher Meredith
Sunday
Price: Free, but ticketed
Welsh novelist and poet, award winning Christopher will be reading a selection of his works.
Tickets can be obtained from Talgarth TIC: 01874 712226
or Adam Price (organising officer): aprice2004@hotmail.com
Sponsored by Academi & The Poetry Bookshop. Event in collaberation with Grahame Davies.
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Duck Race
The duck race is now a tradition at the Festival and this year is no exception...
Price: £1 per duck from Talgarth TIC or Festival Box Office
Prizes:
1. £60.00 2. £50.00 3. £30.00 4. £20 5. £10 6, 7, 8 all £5.00 and Booby Prize. £5.00.
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Baby Show
Entry £2
Trophy and cash prizes. Entry form available from Talgarth Shops.
Categories: 0-6 months; 7-12 months; 13 - 18 months
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Celtic Links
The local celtic dance group return to the Festival. Providing the opportunity for the public to get involved!
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Border Morris
The black and purple colours of the Widders Border Morris dance group visit the Festival to demonstrate their alternative Morris dance. TBC.
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Salsa Caprice
With their ladies team will be attending Talgarth along with their teacher for some salsa demonsrations. The chance for the public to get involved!
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Talgarth Male Voice Choir
Price: £5
Celebrating their 40th Anniversary, the choir return to their hometown for what will be yet another very special performance.
Tickets can be purchased on the door only.
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F.L.A.M.E
Simon and his team will be offering circus skills workshops throughout the day on Sunday, and their extraordinary Fire Show will take place in the
evening, preceding the Firework display.
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Children's Activities
Fairground rides; bouncy castles; teddybears picnic; storytelling, puppet shows, putting competition; sideshows and lots more!
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Firework Display
A wonderful finale to the Festival.
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Festival Service
Sunday
A non-denominational service to celebrate life in the community. All welcome.
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Fly Fishing Demonstration
by Paul Sharman, Editor of Fish&Fly and acclaimed international writer.
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Poetry Competition
Enter this fun poetry competition. Entries to Sydna at the Bell Hotel before the Festival. 01874 711467.
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Horticulture Show
Talgarth Gardening Club hold their very impressive annual show at the Bell Hotel once again this year. All produce is sold by auction at the Bell
Hotel on Sunday evening, after the fireworks display. Raffle.
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Fire Station Open Day
Please support this local Fire Station.
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Flower Festival & More
Visit Talgarth Ancient church and the highest quality flower arrangements. Theme of which to be announced.
Refreshments also available and church records open for inspection.
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Guto Dafis
Tales, legends and songs from Wales. Tales for all in Welsh and English - suitable for adults and seperate children's event at Teddy Bears
Picnic.
"One of Wales' foremost storytellers..."
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Historical Displays
Talgarth Historical Society's annual history displays and Powys Family History Society are present for your queries.
Refreshments provided by Talgarth WI and Talgarth Young Farmers Club.
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Rodeo Bull
The rodeo bull returns - how long can you stay on?
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Cycling Event
Hire and routes
1. Mountain Bike Challenge:
Two self guided mountain bike loops, suitable for beginner to intermediate mountain bikers within the foothills of the Black Mountains. A pub lunch in
the Tower Hotel Talgarth is included in the price of the bicycle hire and mapped route.
2. Scenic Cycle Ride:
Two self guided bicycle loops on country roads taking in local sights of interest. A pub lunch in the Tower Hotel Talgarth is included in the price of
the bicycle hire and mapped route.
Free on-site cycle repairs all weekend.
Sponsored by: www.adventurecyclingwales.co.uk
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Absinthe
Band
Brilliant rock, blues and soul band.
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Rhythm Thieves
Band
Lively five piece dancy folk-rock band. Have been entertaining audiences through Mid England and Wales with their idiosyncratic,self composed music
and silly hats for over five years.
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Red-Eyed Fly
Band
Great 4-piece rhythm and blues band based in South Wales.
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Rock Sausage
Band
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Huw Morris
DJ
Keeping you entertined with some up to the minute tracks during the live music intervals.
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Bob Still's Blues Sensation
Band
Long established members of the band promise not to disappoint and keep things far from turgid and predictable...
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