Local Events in Snowdonia
Join us on our various events held within Snowdonia National Park.
August 2010
Saturday, 7 August 2010: Guided Geology Walk, Cwm Idwal
Location: Cwm Idwal. Meet at Ogwen Cottage car park.
Time: 10.00am for 5hr walk (approx.)
Details: Guided by local geologist Neil Hamilton Williams, this geological walk concentrates on the tectonic and volcanic evolution of Snowdonia. Experienced walkers only. Appropriate footwear and clothing required.
Booking essential.Contact: North Wales Wildlife Trust on
01248 351 541 / frankiehogan@wildlifetrustswales.org
Website: www.discovergwynedd.com
Tuesday, 10 August 2010: Cwm Idwal's Flora, a Guided Walk
Location: Cwm Idwal. Meet at Ogwen Cottage car park.
Time: 1.00pm - 5.00pm
Details: Local plant expert and naturalist Nigel Brown will be leading a walk around Cwm Idwal, focusing on some of the rare flora that exists here. Appropriate footwear and clothing required.
Contact: North Wales Wildlife Trust on
01248 351 541 / frankiehogan@wildlifetrustswales.org
Website: www.discovergwynedd.com
Sunday, 15 August 2010: Puppet Show by Cwmni Cortyn
Location: Tourist Information Centre, Y Stablau, Betws y Coed
Time: 11.00am / 12.00pm / 2.00pm
Parents and guardians are kindly asked to supervise children in their care while they watch the performances.
Contact: Betws y Coed Information Centre on
01690 710 426 or Naomi Jones, Bwrlwm Eryri Officer on
01766 772 517 /
naomi.jones@eryri-npa.gov.uk.
Monday, 16 August 2010: Blaen y Nant Guided Walk
Location: Blaen y Nant farm, Nant Ffrancon valley
Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Details: A tour of wildlife-friendly Blaen y Nant farm and nature trail, set in the stunning Nant Ffrancon valley - led by farmer Gwyn Thomas. Appropriate footwear and clothing required. Park in the yard of Blaen y Nant - situated on the west bank of the Ogwen, accessible by the back road off the A5.
Contact: North Wales Wildlife Trust on
01248 351 541 / frankiehogan@wildlifetrustswales.orgWebsite: www.discovergwynedd.com
Tuesday, 17 August 2010: Cwm Idwal Wildlife Guided Walk
Location: Cwm Idwal. Meet at the Ogwen Cottage car park.
Time: 2.00pm - 4.00pm
Details: Led by Ben Stammers of the Wildlife Trust, this will be an opportunity to discover some of the fascinating wildlife of the Cwm. Appropriate footwear and clothing required.
Contact: North Wales Wildlife Trust on
01248 351 541 / frankiehogan@wildlifetrustswales.org
Website: www.discovergwynedd.com
Sunday, 22 August 2010: Puppet Show by Cwmni CortynLocation: Tourist Information Centre, Y Stablau, Betws y Coed
Time: 11.00am / 12.00pm / 2.00pm
Parents and guardians are kindly asked to supervise children in their care while they watch the performances.
Contact: Betws y Coed Information Centre on
01690 710 426 or Naomi Jones, Bwrlwm Eryri Officer on
01766 772 517 /
naomi.jones@eryri-npa.gov.uk.
Tuesday, 24 August 2010: Cwm Idwal Guided Walk
Location: Cwm Idwal. Meet at the Ogwen Cottage car park
Time: 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Details: A National Trust warden will lead these inspiring walks around the lake, focusing on the wildlife and history of the area. Appropriate footwear and clothing required.
Contact: North Wales Wildlife Trust on
01248 351 541 / frankiehogan@wildlifetrustswales.org
Website: www.discovergwynedd.com
Wednesday, 25 August 2010: Cwm Idwal Guided Walk
Location: Cwm Idwal. Meet at the Ogwen Cottage car park
Time: 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Details: A National Trust warden will lead these inspiring walks around the lake, focusing on the wildlife and history of the area. Appropriate footwear and clothing required.
Contact: North Wales Wildlife Trust on
01248 351 541 / frankiehogan@wildlifetrustswales.org
Website: www.discovergwynedd.com
Wednesday, 25 August 2010: Meirion County Show
Location: Harlech
Contact: www.sioesir.co.uk
Saturday, 28 August 2010: As night falls at Cwm Idwal
Location: Cwm Idwal. Meet at the Ogwen Cottage car park.
Time: 7.30pm till late
Details: A special event - experience the magic of the Cwm as night falls. Renowned local musician Gwilym Morus will perform a specially commissioned piece, and light will be cast into the darkness... Please bring a torch. Appropriate footwear and clothing required.
Booking advisable.
Contact: North Wales Wildlife Trust on 01248 351 541 / frankiehogan@wildlifetrustswales.org
Website: www.discovergwynedd.com
September 2010
Friday & Saturday, 17 - 18 September 2010: Wa! Bala
Details: A Welsh language music festival
Contact: www.wabala.co.uk
October 2010
Thursday, 7 October 2010: Garden Birds - Learn more about attracting birds to your garden in a private wildlife friendly garden.
Location: OPEN DAY at Bryn Awel, Llanelltyd, LL40 2SU
Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Contact: Brenda Jones on 01341 421 407.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 8 - 10 October 2010: Snowdonia Arts Festival (Formerly Betws y Coed Arts Festival)Location: Betws y Coed and surrounding area
Including: - Exhibitions
- Workshops
- Craft Marquee
- Music & Poetry
Time: Programme to be confirmed
Contact: 01690 710 080 /
enquiries@alisonsgallery.co.uk Website:
www.betwsycoedartsfestival.org.uk or www.snowdoniaartsfestival.org.uk
Saturday & Sunday, 23 - 24 October 2010: Conwy Feast (food and drink festival)
Contact: www.conwyfeast.co.uk
2011
May 2011
Friday - Sunday, 20 - 22 May 2011: Writing Course (through the medium of Welsh)
Location: Tŷ Newydd, Llanystumdwy, Cricieth
Course is based on the theme 'Text and Landscape' and is sponsored by the Snowdonia National Park Authority.
Contact: 01766 522811 / post@tynewydd.org
