Discover Carmarthenshire

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July - 11 August

Badgerwatch
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, SA19 6RT.
Earn your stripes as a wildlife enthusiast this summer by taking part in Dinefwr’s brilliant Badgerwatch sessions. The National Trust property is hosting a series of guided events aimed at allowing people to learn more about badgers. This year’s programme started on Saturday May 5 and runs every Saturday until August 11. It runs each Wednesday throughout July and August. All Badgerwatch sessions start at 7pm. Tickets cost £7.50 per adult, £3.50 per child and £20 for a family of four.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk  01558 825918

1 July

Carmarthen Antiques Fair
The United Counties Showground at Carmarthen SA33 5DR.
Sunday 10am to 4pm.
Contact: towyevents.co.uk

1 July

Merlin Ride
National Botanic Gardens.
Sportive event starting and finishing at the National Botanic Gardens - 23 mile, 57 mile, P 70 mile or 104 mile rides - enter online at merlinsportive.co.uk or via County or Merlin Cycles.
county-cycles.com 01269 845656 or 0787 50608515

1, 7, 8, 14 & 15 July

'A Day out with Thomas'
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Thomas the Tank Engine is coming to visit us at the Gwili Steam Railway, so why not enjoy 'A Day out with Thomas'.
Contact: 01267 238213 (10-4 Mon-Fri)   gwili-railway.co.uk

2, 17 & 24 July

Flat Racing
Ffos Las Racecourse.
Contact: ffoslasracecourse.com  01554 811092

6 July

Musical Gourmet Evening
Ffos Las Racecourse.
More than just a racecourse.. Join us for this stand alone event where you can enjoy a scrumptious meal and live entertainment.
Contact: ffoslasracecourse.com  01554 811092

6 - 12 July

Art Exhibtion - David Millar Art
Aberglasney Gardens, Llangathen, Carmarthenshire SA32 8QH.
Contact: aberglasney.org  01558 668998

7 July

Plant Sale
Aberglasney Gardens, Llangathen, Carmarthenshire SA32 8QH.
Contact: aberglasney.org  01558 668998

14 July

Cwmaman Carnival
Cwmaman.
More details to follow.
01267 231557

7 July

Adventure Race (to be confirmed)
Pembrey Country Park.
Contact: beachbreaklive.com

7 July

Summer Flowers
Gelli Aur Country Park, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA32 8LR.
Meadow and woodland flowers of midsummer. 2pm.
Contact: carmarthenshire.gov.uk  01558 668885

7 & 8 July

All Wales Truck & Transport Show
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: unitedcounties.org

7 & 8 July

NGS Garden Open for Charity - Glandwr
Pentrecwrt, Llandysul, Carmarthenshire SA44 5DA.
Contact: ngs.org.uk  01559 363729

7 & 8 July

Carmarthen Park Events
Carmarthen Park, Morfa Lane, Carmarthen SA31 3AX.

• 7th - Mega Slide, Trampoline Trailer (10am - 5pm).
• 8th - David Poulter and Ferryside Band (2pm - 4pm).

Contact: carmarthentowncouncil.gov.uk  07794 042186

7, 14 & 21 July

Dinefwr Park Photography Workshops
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, SA19 6RT.
Photography workshops by Andy davies.
Contact: andydavies.info  01267 268061 / 07977 562321

10 July

Evening Nature Train
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
A guided trip along our pretty valley to appreciate and enjoy all the line has to offer, which includes local interest and the joys of nature. Our diesel powered coaches offer a panoramic view from your seat (also August 14 & September 18).
Contact: 01267 238213 (10-4 Mon-Fri)   gwili-railway.co.uk

13 - 26 July

Art Exhibition - Elaine Graham
Aberglasney Gardens, Llangathen, Carmarthenshire SA32 8QH.
Contact: aberglasney.org  01558 668998

14 July

Amman Big Day Out
Ammanford.
More details to follow.
01267 231557

14 & 15 July

A Promenade Performance
Laugharne Castle.
A promenade performance of Blodeuwedd by Dyffryn Taf pupils 2pm - 4pm. Plus primary school dance performances.
Contact: cadw.wales.gov.uk  01443 336000

14 & 15 July

Wales Strongest Man Competition
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.

• Wales Strongest Man on Saturday (Daytime)
• MMA / Cage-fight night on Saturday (evening)
• Wales Strongest Woman (Sunday)

Contact: celticcarnage.com    unitedcounties.org

14 & 15 July

Carmarthen Park Events
Carmarthen Park, Morfa Lane, Carmarthen SA31 3AX.

• 14th - Bingo time in the Park (1pm - 2pm).
• 15th - Carmarthen Town Park Jogging Club (9.30am - 10.30am), Carmarthen Wind Band - evening concert (5pm - 7.30pm).

Contact: carmarthentowncouncil.gov.uk  07794 042186

15 July

Pontarddulais Classic Car and Vehicle Show
Festival fields, Pwll, Llanelli.
Many family attractions, Classic bus rides, Dog Show. £4 entry & Concessions.

15 July

Annual Strawberry Tea
Lolfa Cynin, LLangynin Road, St. Clears, Carmarthenshire SA33 4JR.
Raising money for Breast Cancer Care. A great day for Ladies to enjoy our garden party!
Contact: lolfacynin.co.uk  01994 232773

15 July

Butterflies
Gelli Aur Country Park, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA32 8LR.
Take part in the national 'Big Butterfly Count'. 2pm.
Contact: carmarthenshire.gov.uk  01558 668885

18 July, 15 August & 19 September

Walking in Carmarthenshire
All walks are led by a Carmarthenshire County Council Ranger with an MLTB Walking Group Leader Award. Some walks include steep sections and stiles and a good level of fitness is required. Walking boots and waterproof clothing are essential. No dogs. Participation is at the discretion of the walk leader. No booking is necessary. For further information contact Michael Smith, Senior Ranger - 01558 668885.

• 18 July - Cil y Cwm - 11am. A steep and strenuous climb onto Mynydd Mallaen, good views! 3 miles. Meet near the church in Cil y Cwm. SN 753 401.
• 15 August - Talley - 11am. A steep ascent of Mynydd Cynros with 360° panoramic views. 3 miles. Meet outside the abbey ruins. SN 632 328.
• 19 September - Afon Twrch - 11am. Along the banks of the River Twrch to the scenic ruins of Henllys. 3 miles. Meet at Bryn Henllys Bridge. SN 756 126.

18 July

Chamber Philharmonia Cologne
St. Peter's Church, Carmarthen.
7.30pm Start.

21 & 22 July

Classic Transport Weekend
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: unitedcounties.org

21 & 22 July

Carmarthen Park Events
Carmarthen Park, Morfa Lane, Carmarthen SA31 3AX.

• 21st - Teddy Bear Picnic - Judging at 3pm (1pm - 3pm), Baby Bouncer / Soft Play Area 1-5yr (10am - 5pm).
• 22nd - Carmarthen Town Park Jogging Club (9.30am - 10.30am), Burry Port Brass Band (2pm - 4pm).

Contact: carmarthentowncouncil.gov.uk  07794 042186

21 July - 2 Sept

Geopark Festival 2012
Enjoy walks, talks and other events during this excellent Festival. Organised by the National Park Authority and its Geopark partners. See below for list of events, more details and prices on the Fforest Fawr Geopark website - fforestfawrgeopark.org.uk

• 21 to 28 July - Beacons Way 8 Day Guided Walk - Rob Knowles from the Brecon Beacons Park Society will be leading another 8 day guided walk from east to west along the entire length of the Beacons Way. Please contact Rob direct on 07971 190768.
• 2 Sept - 12th Century Physicians to 21st Century Graziers - Explore the magical landscape of Mynydd Myddfai, visit the sacred Physician’s Well and learn about the people who have lived and worked in this special place on this enchanting 4.5 mile family friendly walk. To book your place please call 01874 623366. £2 per person.

visitbreconbeacons.com or fforestfawrgeopark.org.uk
01874 620480

22 July

Classic Transport Show
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
A fine collection of classic cars, commercials, agricultural vehicles and stationary engines together with steam and diesel train rides.
Contact: 01267 238213 (10-4 Mon-Fri)   gwili-railway.co.uk

24 July

Creepy Crawlies
Gelli Aur Country Park, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA32 8LR.
They creep and they crawl under leaves, logs and stones. Find centipedes, wood lice and spiders! Family Fun Activities start at 2pm at Gelli Aur Visitor Centre and last for about an hour and a half. Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
Contact: carmarthenshire.gov.uk  01558 668885

27 July

Footpath Maintenance
Gelli Aur Country Park, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA32 8LR.
Replacing steps, revetments and other footpath maintenance. Carmarthenshire Countryside Volunteers meet once a month at Gelli Aur Country Park, starting at 11am and finishing at 2pm. The volunteers help to manage Gelli Aur Country Park and other countryside areas. We create and manage wildlife habitats such as woodlands, meadows, ponds and wetlands.
Contact: carmarthenshire.gov.uk  01558 668885

27 July - 9 August

Art Exhibtion - Sandra Phillips
Aberglasney Gardens, Llangathen, Carmarthenshire SA32 8QH.
Contact: aberglasney.org  01558 668998

28 July

Johnstown Carnival
Johnstown Park, Johnstown, Carmarthen.
Contact: 07791 704044

28 July

Murder Mystery
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Who dunnit? On our special Murder Mystery Evenings, join the super sleuths in bringing arch criminals to justice, whilst enjoying a four course meal (with bar facilities) on the train (also on September 22).
Contact: 01267 238213 (10-4 Mon-Fri)   gwili-railway.co.uk

28 & 29 July

Kidwelly E Festival
Ffos Las Racecourse SA17 4DE.
It's new, it's different, it's international but the Festival is not just about books (both electronic and print!) and reading. There is entertainment and fun too. Comedians, jazz and popular bands, singers, magicians, medieval minstrels and ‘good read' authors of all shapes and sizes will mix and match, mingle and chat. The Festival is also about the young. Work-shops on how to write comics, short stories and adventurous escapades, children's books, entertainment and readings by spooky authors will all join in to help those school holiday parental blues run a little more smoothly and hopefully encourage children to read and discover a whole new and exciting world.

• £15 when booked in advance.
• £18 on the day.
• £25 for a 2 day ticket.
• Children under 16 enter for free.

The Festival will be held at Ffos Las Racecourse where there will be ample provision for technical e-publishing / publishing exhibitions, trade stands, author talks and appearances and various kinds of entertainment.
Contact: kidwellyefestival.com    E-mail: .
Tickets: eventmaster.northernracing.co.uk

28 & 29 July

Bader Braves Young Aviator Flying Days
Pembrey Airport, Pembrey, Carmarthenshire SA16 0HZ.
Bader braves young aviator flying days for youngsters with limbloss and youngsters with other disabilities.
Contact: douglasbaderfoundation.com    pembreyairport.com    01554 891534

29 July

Carmarthen Park Events
Carmarthen Park, Morfa Lane, Carmarthen SA31 3AX.
Music by Sandwitch (2pm - 4pm), Party Bus (10am - 5pm), Poppet Puppets (11am - 5pm).
Contact: carmarthentowncouncil.gov.uk  07794 042186

29 July

Antiques & Flea Market
The United Counties Showground at Carmarthen SA33 5DR.
Tuesday 10am to 4pm.
Contact: towyevents.co.uk

29 July

Trees in Summer
Gelli Aur Country Park, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA32 8LR.
Learn how to identify trees from their leaves. 2pm.
Contact: carmarthenshire.gov.uk  01558 668885

29 July

NGS Garden Open for Charity - The Cors
Newbridge Road, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire SA33 4SH.
Contact: ngs.org.uk  01994 427219

31 July

Wild Woods
Gelli Aur Country Park, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire SA32 8LR.
Into the wild woods we go, following the trails of wood elves. Play tree games and make wild wood pictures. Family Fun Activities start at 2pm at Gelli Aur Visitor Centre and last for about an hour and a half. Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
Contact: carmarthenshire.gov.uk  01558 668885