Events could be subject to amendment, please verify with event organisers.

Now - end of September

Creepy Carmarthen - The Spooky Town Tour
Carmarthen.
Every Wednesday night at 7.30 (Extra tours by arrangement). Meet on the Guildhall steps - tour takes approximately 90 minutes. Take a trip through Carmarthen's creepy past and meet murders and their victims. Visit the sites of bygone executions. Discover the dark secret of the town's greatest hero and find out where the ghosts walk! All tours are given a unique magical twist and include experiments in mind-reading which you may be invited to take part in! We will not be walking all the time but stopping off to hear spooky stories from days gone by, and visiting the town's Victorian Police Station within the walls of the ancient castle and prison. Suitable for wheelchair users and for older children - but not for the faint-hearted! £7 per adult, children and OAPs £5.
Contact: thespookymagiccompany.co.uk  01267 231557

Now - October

Heritage Tours with Tea
Stradey Castle, Llanelli SA15 4PL.
2.30pm Tuesdays and 1st Sunday of every month.
Contact: stradeycastle.com  01554 774626

1 September

Carmarthenshire Wedding Fayre
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: carmarthenshireweddingfayre.co.uk  07980 710 138

1 September

Llanelli Standard Distance Triathlon
North Dock, Millennium Coastal Park, Llanelli
This is a great open water Triathlon on the Welsh circuit and always attracts a large field of athletes. The event attracts 1st time triathletes or those giving open water triathlon a go for the very first time to the very experienced quality triathletes from across the UK. The event takes place at the North Dock in the Millennium Coastal Park and starts with a 1500m swim in the safe haven of the North Dock. A 40km bike ride follows and takes you down to the outskirts of the historic Town of Kidwelly which is a fast flat course before you return towards Llanelli and then head down to the Wetlands Centre before returning to transition at the North Dock. The 10km run is a two lapped course which takes you along the scenic Millennium Coastal Path with a fantastic finish outside the Discovery Centre. The event starts at 8:00am and there will be 1 mass swim start. Triathletes can also donate or raise money for the John Hartson Cancer Foundation which is Healthy Life Activities official charity for 2013.
Contact: healthylifeactivities.co.uk  07968 859260

1 September - 3 November

National Trust Great British Walking Festival
Dolaucothi Goldmines & Dinefwr Park and Castle.
Join us for a series of walks at Dinefwr Park & Castle, Dolaucothi Goldmines and Ragwen Point.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dolaucothi-gold-mines  01558 650177 or 01558 824512

2 September

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

6 - 19 September

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

6 - 29 September

Whats On at the Ceridwen Centre
Ceridwen Centre, Pen-y-banc Farm, Drefach-Felindre, Llandysul, Carmarthenshire SA44 5XE.

• May 6 to 8 - Excursion Workshop - Explore consciousness through sound technology. This two-day adventure is your opportunity to discover a new sense of certainty and purpose, and learn how to apply your full potential to all areas of life. monroeinstituteuk.org
• May 12 to 16 - Yoga Retreat with Nataraja - These yoga retreats are a very special opportunity to learn the essence of Yoga free from the distractions of daily life, leaving you relaxed and rejuvenated. Such an experience can be transforming and encourage a healthier way of being. westminsterschoolofyoga.co.uk
• May 16 to 20 - Retreat Holiday for Dogs and their Owners - Relax and spend quality time with your best friend, learn new techniques and therapies to improve behaviour, well-being and happiness. retreatholidaysfordogsandthierowners.yolasite.com
• May 27 - Creative Writing Workshop - An opportunity to learn with creative writing tutors Marcus Moore and Sara-Jane Arbury doing stimulating and fun writing exercises for all abilities. Cost is £6.50 and includes a hot drink. 01559 370517.
• May 27 to 29 - 'Room to Write' Creative Writing weekend - The second of our two 'Room To Write' creative writing courses for 2013. If you fancy stretching your mind and imagination with a plethora of word games, writing exercises, discussions, readings, one-to-one tutorials and instructive workshops, then this is the weekend for you. The two very experienced tutors and writers are Marcus Moore and Sara-Jane Arbury. 01559 370517.

Contact: ceridwencentre.co.uk  01559 370517

7 September

Live Jazz
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Contact: gwili-railway.co.uk  01267 238213

7 September

Driver Experience Day
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Contact: gwili-railway.co.uk  01267 238213

7 September

Vintage Hot Rod Event
Pendine.
Hot rod timing event over a quarter mile course.
Contact: vhra.co.uk

7 September

Gorslas Fair 2013
Gorslas Welfare Park.

7 September - 31 October

Photography Workshops with Andy Davies
Dinefwr Park, Llandeilo.
Join Welsh photographer Andy Davies for a memorable day learning the essentials of creative digital photography. £95 for one day workshop (plus entrance fee for Dinefwr Park). Digital compact cameras or digital single lens reflex cameras (DSLRs) with interchangeable lenses required.

Dinefwr Park Workshops (Saturdays)
(andydavies.info/pages/workshops/dinefwr.html):

• September - 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th.
• October - 5th, 12th, 17th, 24th, 31st.

Contact: andydavies.info    01267 268061 or 07977 562321    

7 & 8 September

Heritage Open Weekend
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo SA19 6RT.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr  01558 824512

7 & 8 September

The Welsh Tapas Festival
King Street, Llandeilo.
The Welsh Tapas Festival will be staged in Llandeilo’s King Street, which will be closed for the two days. The focus of the festival will be a 'Tapas Alley' of 6 tented tapas bars serving street style dishes using a rotation of chefs. Each event will have an element of competition, with chefs competing for the title of National Champion. A demonstration stage will be used for the chefs to showcase their dishes; each chef will have a set period where they take over one of the Tapas Bars. The public will be invited to complete feedback/scoring sheets for the judges.
Contact: fbagroup.co.uk  01970 636404

8 September

Sunday Lunch Train
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Contact: gwili-railway.co.uk  01267 238213

14 September

Murder/Mystery Event
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Contact: gwili-railway.co.uk  01267 238213

14 September

Driver Experience Day
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Contact: gwili-railway.co.uk  01267 238213

14 September

National Garden Scheme Open Day - Cwmgors
22 Llwyn Road, Cwmgors, Ammanford, Glamorgan SA18 1RD, just over the border in Neath Port-Talbot.
A well established garden with mature trees but with newer elements added. The history garden is the latest edition and incl a stone circle! Two ponds, herbaceous borders, an alpine garden with cairn, woodland areas as well as fruit and vegetable plots provide lots of interest. There is even a little secret garden hidden away with a quiet seating area. Open: (2 - 5.30). Visitors also welcome by appointment.
Contact: ngs.org.uk  01269 824635

15 September

Real Ale Festival Raceday
Ffos Las Racecourse.
Contact: ffoslasracecourse.com  01554 811092

15 September

Vintage Day
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo SA19 6RT.
Our annual Vintage Day event.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr  01558 824512

18 September

Holstein Show
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: unitedcounties.org  01267 232141

20 September - 3 October

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

21 September

Driver Experience Day
Gwili Steam Railway, Bronwydd Arms Station, Carmarthen SA33 6HT.
Contact: gwili-railway.co.uk  01267 238213

21 September

Carmarthenshire Guides
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: unitedcounties.org  01267 232141

22 September

Merlin Half Marathon
Carmarthen Town.
The Merlin Half Marathon takes place in the centre of the oldest Town in Wales and is organised by Healthy Life Activities. Carmarthen plays host to this magnificent Half Marathon which starts and finishes at the St Catherine’s Walk Shopping Centre. Established in 2012 it attracted over 250 runners and we hope to build on it’s success this year. The route takes runners around the historical landmarks of Carmarthen and allows them to enjoy the mythical magic associated with Carmarthen and the ancient wizard Merlin. Carmarthen Castle, Knott’s Square and Guildhall square together with the Picton Monument are all within the 1st few miles with the route also taking runners around Carmarthen park and the century old cycling velodrome. Runners will pass through Johnstown, Llangunnor and Abergwili before heading back to St Catherine’s Walk for a superb Town centre finish. Partial road closures will be in place and you can enjoy the shopping feast Carmarthen has to offer together with some excellent food outlets to re-fuel after the race. The race will start at 9am. Runners can also donate or raise money for the John Hartson Cancer Foundation which is Healthy Life Activities official charity for 2013.
Contact: healthylifeactivities.co.uk  07968 859260

22 September

National Garden Scheme Open Day - Llwyngarreg
Llwyngarreg, Llanfallteg, Whitland, Carmarthenshire, Carmarthenshire & Pembrokeshire SA34 0XH.
3 acre plantaholic’s haven with yr-round impact, from spring bulbs through to glorious autumn colour; tapestries of colour and texture in the many trees, interspersed with unusual shrubs and perennial underplantings. Willow tunnel welcomes visitors into a maturing shelter belt, beyond which lies the main garden with wide mixed borders. Closely planted areas in front of the house, gravel gardens behind. Woodland garden leads down to the potager. Plantsmen will linger to find many gems. Several deep ponds - children to be closely supervised. Open: 1.30 - 6. Visitors also welcome by appointment.
Contact: ngs.org.uk  01994 240717

26 September

Carmarthenshire Primary Schools Cross County Championships
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: unitedcounties.org  01267 290249

27 September

Fashion Show in aid of Marie Curie
Aberglasney Gardens, Llangathen, Carmarthenshire SA32 8QH.
Fashion show in aid of Marie Curie at Aberglasney Mansion.
Contact: aberglasney.org  01558 668998

27 September

Carmarthen History Pageant
Carmarthen Town.

28 September

Volunteer Open Day
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo SA19 6RT.
Learn more about our volunteer opportunities and how to get involved with the National Trust in Carmarthenshire.
Contact: nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr  01558 824512

28 & 29 September

Llanelli Model Engineers presents it's 8th Miniature Rail & Road Rally
Pembrey Country Park.
The event will incude over 40 Miniature Railway locomotives from 3.5" to 7.25" scale running on our 2 tracks. 30 Traction engines in steam and running around the beautiful parkland, with a road run to village of Pembrey on the Saturday. On the Sunday the show takes on a whole new dimension, along with all of the Steam engines there will be a grand display of over 350 Vintage Vehicles including Cars, Commercials, Motorbikes, Tractors and Buses. A great day out for all the family. Opens from 10.00 - 17.00 hrs on both days. Entry to the rally is free however normal park admission charges apply.
Contact: carmarthenshire.gov.uk  07970 597412

28 & 29 September

Llandovery Sheep Festival
Llandovery.
Llandovery Sheep Festival celebrates the town’s droving history while raising the profile of the wool industry. The weekend event includes activities and events for the whole family and you’ll be baaarmy to miss it.
Contact: llandoverysheepfestival.co.uk  01550 721375

28 & 29 September

Dredgers Motorcycle Event
Pendine.
Hot rod timing event over a quarter mile course.
Contact: dlmx.co.uk

29 September

Antiques and Flea Market
United Counties Showground, Carmarthen.
Contact: towyevents.co.uk  01267 236569