South West Wales News, Events & Opportunities

Each month, we pull together the region’s top headlines, and announcements from across our alliance, to create your Regional Round-up from 4theRegion.

From development and investment news to community projects, and business opportunities: we’ll make sure you’re in the know, so you can speak positively and confidently about what’s happening here in South West Wales.

Do you have an opportunity you’d like to share in our next round-up? Be sure to let us know!

July Regional Round-Up 2024

Jobs

Environment

Tenders

Education

Development

Tourism

City Deal

Life Science

Business

Events

MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

It’s Your Pembrokeshire Opportunities Report

180 people came together at the Queens Hall Narberth on 8th May for the inaugural “It’s Your Pembrokeshire” event, hosted by 4theRegion. It was a full day of discussion on a range of interconnecting themes, from supporting young people to thrive in Pembrokeshire, to important growth sectors such as marine renewables and building retrofit, to opportunities around sustainable food, creative industries, community transport and community ownership. Read the Report

Amanda and Phil had the pleasure of attending Glantawe Riverside Park’s Green Gathering!

Celebrating The Great Big Green Week 2024, the 4theRegion team were out in force, spreading the word about the NPT Food Partnership’s Local Food Guide, and encouraging people to support the local food system. If you would like to receive your copy of this inspiring printed book, or help us distribute them across the community, please get in touch, it’s completely FREE! Request Your Free Guide(s)

Our 4theRegion team members put in the miles this May!

It was great to get out and about, meeting up with lots of familiar faces and connecting with so many new ones, as well as attending some fantastic events! Want to showcase your business, project or organisation? Let us know at mail@4theregion.org.uk and we can arrange a visit!

SWC Affordable Counselling (non means tested)

Are you looking for a counsellor but struggling to pay?  The Swansea Wellbeing Centre are offering affordable counselling and family therapy, with limited places. Recognizing the current climate and financial pressures they know people are facing, they want to offer the best support with highly qualified and experienced counsellors. Contact the centre for more information: centre@wellbeingswansea.co.uk

Why become a 4theRegion member?

We caught up with some of our 4theRegion members from across Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire at our recent AGM, and asked what they’ve got out of their membership over the past 12 months, and beyond. Interested in joining? Find out more and sign up today!

How can we get more locally-produced, sustainably farmed food onto the public plate in our health services and hospitals? 

We were recently invited along with procurement professionals from across the NHS in Wales to discuss this very question on a visit to Holden Farm Dairy hosted by Love British Food, with Patrick Holden, Chair of the Sustainable Food Trust. Come along with us to find out more

Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project

The Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project is delivered in partnership with activity providers, wellbeing experts and nature organisations with the aim to support the health and wellbeing of the people of Pembrokeshire through nature-based outdoor wellbeing activities. Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum are delighted to be able to announce the following programmes for the Outdoor Health Project in 2024. Get Involved

Building futures together

Our Construction Online Monthly Meetup event report is now live on our website. Take a look back with us as we recap the key discussion points, and insights from construction professionals and organisations from across the region. Read or Watch Now

Coming Soon! Discover the Giants of the Past, brought back to life with Augmented Reality!

From early July, step into a prehistoric world at Plantasia Tropical Zoo. Marvel at life-size replicas of Sarcosuchus Imperator, Titanoboa, Arthropleura, Smilodon, and Megarachne. Use your mobile phone to bring these ancient creatures to life through the magic of AR. Explore fossil installations, uncover fun facts, and enjoy an interactive, family-friendly experience. Bring the past to life, Protect the future! Read More

JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES

Careers at NPTC Group of Colleges

Would you like a rewarding career and to feel part of a family? Well, you can have all that and more at NPTC Group of Colleges. Here’s a list of their current vacancies. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to change your future – Apply Now!

The 2024 Croeso Awards Are Now Open! 

The 2024 Croeso Awards will be held on Wednesday 30th October at Pembrokeshire College. Their annual Croeso Awards champion the very best of the county’s tourism industry – celebrating quality, innovation and customer service. Winning an award shows that your business is among the best in the county, providing valuable media exposure. Entries close 23rd July 2024. Find Out More and Enter

Careers at Day’s

Whether you are looking to start your career or have a wealth of experience and knowledge in your chosen profession, Day’s Motor Group have a range of full time and part time job opportunities in the car industry to suit most, including Administration, Apprenticeship, Sales Executive and Mechanic roles. Read More

Working for DVLA

The DVLA employ around 6,000 full-time and part-time staff. Keeping their employees happy and healthy is a priority of theirs and there are many benefits and rewards on offer. They have a variety of roles in many different business areas including operational and customer services, digital and technology, human resources, finance, communications, commercial, policy, and the drivers medical group. Read More

Careers that make a difference

As part of Pobl Group’s not-for-profit organisation, whatever your role, you’ll play a unique part in making a remarkable difference to the lives of thousands of people in communities across Wales. Read More

What makes a graduate successful in your industry? 

We would like to learn more about your understanding of which graduate attributes are most valuable within your industry/sector/field. This study will invite you to complete an online questionnaire at any time in the next week, and it should take no longer than 15 minutes.

Be part of a successful organisation

Pembrokeshire College is a well established further education college, employing over 500+ highly qualified and dedicated staff. They pride themselves on delivering first class education and training to over 13,000 learners at a vibrant campus in a beautiful county. Their diverse job opportunities offer flexibility in developing a career in areas ranging from teaching, coaching and management through to human resources, finance and IT. Read More

Cwtsh Hostel is HIRING!

Cwtsh Hostel is Wales’ leading Hostel/Hotel. Situated in the heart of Swansea City Centre. A thriving hub for tourism, promoting all the wonderful things to do in Swansea and the surrounding areas. Applicants should have a fun-loving personality and be eager to engage with customers. The ideal candidate will have hostelling and travel experience. To apply in English click here. To apply in Welsh click here.

Jobs and Working at UWTSD

People are at the heart of everything UWTSD does. They are proud of their dedicated and talented employees and they work together as a team to make a difference to the lives of their students and the communities they serve. ‘Transforming education, transforming lives’ is their mission. If you would like to join them on this journey and make a difference too, then they would love to hear from you. Read More

Work For Age Cymru West Glamorgan

Join Age Cymru West Glamorgan’s friendly and passionate team, supporting everyone across Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Bridgend to age well and enjoy later life. Read More

Current Vacancies at Gower College Swansea

Your future starts here. Do you want to make a difference? Gower College Swansea’s mission is to inspire and support their learners to achieve their full potential through the delivery of the highest quality of education and training. By joining them at the College, you’ll become part of a team of highly committed and talented staff providing outstanding learning and training opportunities for young people, adults, and employers across South West Wales. Read More

Tips for tech start-ups on securing pre-seed funding

It’s no secret that a tech start-up’s journey can be challenging and uncertain. As an investor in Welsh businesses, the Development Bank of Wales has seen some tech start-ups manage to secure funding and achieve incredible success, while others have struggled to even get off the ground. So, what sets successful start-ups apart from the rest? How can you ensure that your pre-seed round is a success? In this article, they will share some tips and insights

Job Opportunities and Working at Swansea University

Looking for a new job? Changing role? Interested in what Swansea University can offer you? A warm and welcoming University, they value people for their skills regardless of their background and are proudly named as a top employer in the annual Stonewall Equality Index. They know that people have commitments outside their job, so they provide a working environment that allows employees to achieve the right work/life balance. Read More

Paralegals and Trainee Solicitors

There has never been a more exciting time to join Peter Lynn and Partners Solicitors. Due to the rapid growth of their firm, they are actively seeking Paralegals and Trainee Solicitors to join their team. Please email a CV and covering letter to employment@plandp.co.uk or call them on 01792 450010. Read More

360 / Excavator Driver

Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting on behalf of their client, a well established industrial subcontractor working on site in Port Talbot, for 360 excavators drivers. This is a great opportunity to join a company who have been established for nearly 30 years, and are currently enjoying a sustained period of growth in the industrial, haulage, and environmental industry. Read More

TENDERS & CONTRACTS

Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Domiciliary Care and Support Services

Pembrokeshire County Council invite you to submit a bid to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of domiciliary care and support services. The Hywel Dda University Health Board may call off goods and services in quantities and at such frequency as it determines appropriate and as such, the approximate Hywel Dda University Health Board contract value has been included within this notice. Read More

Contract for the Milford Way Development Partnership

Swansea Council, as part of its More Homes Strategy, is seeking a development partner to develop two Housing Department owned sites (Milford A and Milford B) for residential use in the Penderry ward, as part of the Penderry Regeneration Framework. The Council will retain freehold ownership of a minimum of 40% of the homes on these sites as affordable housing. Read More

Electrical Installation Condition Reporting (EICR) & Remedial Works

Carmarthenshire County Council is seeking to appoint (a) contractor(s) to provide Electrical Installation Condition Reporting (EICR) and associated remedial works across its housing-related properties. It has been confirmed by the current provider of this service that there may be TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006) implications attached to this tender exercise. Read More

Neath Port Talbot & Swansea Substance Use Alliance – Market Place Event

The APB is a strategic partnership in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot committed to tackling the harms associated with substance use. It has embarked on a programme to improve service provision and create an integrated public health approach to the prevention of and treatment for substance use. Providers of substance use services are invited to attend an event on 11th July in Neath Town Hall. If you would like to attend, please email l.cooper-smith@npt.gov.uk Read More

Contract Notices for Brondeg House

Swansea Council intends to construct new social housing consisting of flats and houses on the site of the former Brondeg House Special School, St Johns Road, Manselton, Swansea. These contract are for scaffolding, internal plastering, mechanical ventilation heat recovery, and windows and doors.

Intruder Alarm – Service and Maintenance

This contract is for the servicing and maintenance of the intruder alarm systems currently installed across all of Gower College Swansea campuses. Read More

SU202(24) Refurbishment of Singleton Security Lodge

The project is to refurbish the existing security lodge at the main entrance to Swansea University Singleton Campus. The work comprises re-modelling works to the existing cabin. Construction is to allow for part demolitions works, structural changes to the building frame, new roof structure and covering, new cladding, glazing and entrance door. Read More

South West Wales Regional Contractors Framework 2024

Carmarthenshire County Council, Ceredigion County Council, Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, Pembrokeshire County Council and Swansea Council, are undertaking a procurement exercise to establish a framework agreement for use by public and voluntary sector organisations based (or operating) in the counties of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, Powys and Swansea for the provision of construction-related works. Read More

Contract Notices for Swansea Council

Swansea Council seeks suitably qualified contractors to provide decorative paint packs, the collection and reprocessing for re-use/recycling/recovery of street sweepings and gulley waste, the labour plant and materials for the groundworks, design and installation of piles, small food waste caddies, door furniture, and commercial waste wheel bins.

DEVELOPMENT

Creating thriving communities in Haverfordwest

With the support of Welsh Government’s Social Housing Grant, Pobl and its partners will initially deliver 115 homes, creating a thriving community that reflects the spirit and aspirations of Haverfordwest. This will include the construction of 42 homes for social rent which, as testament to Pobl’s commitment to sustainability, will be equipped with air source heat pumps and solar panels, contributing to a greener future for residents. Read More

Major Swansea city centre regeneration plans move forward

A planning application has been approved by Swansea Council for the former St David’s Centre and other land around Oystermouth Road. Proposals include a multi-storey car park, arena, up to 13-storey hotel and energy centre. A public sector hub, new city office quarter and public open space and public realm are also proposed. Urban Splash is Swansea Council’s long-term regeneration partner for a number of sites in the city centre and on the waterfront. Read More

Swansea project among RICS award winners

The winners of the RICS Awards 2024 in Wales have been revealed with a Swansea project making the list. Hafod Copperworks Distillery and Visitor Centre in Landore was described by the judges as an exemplar of restoration and preservation. The combination of two grade II listed historical landmarks, once part of a pivotal hub in the copper industry, has been meticulously completed, showcasing a harmonious blend of heritage and modern functionality. Read More

SWANSEA BAY CITY DEAL

What new sports and medical tech hub set for Swansea site will look like

Swansea University wants the building, off Sketty Lane, to replace the existing pavilion, which is 92 years old and no longer in the best condition. The hub would comprise laboratories and research, innovation and teaching space. Products which boost sporting performance, rehabilitation and injury prevention would be developed there, creating new jobs. The hub is one element of a campuses health project being delivered as part of the Swansea Bay City Deal. Read More

BUSINESS NEWS

The tranquil pub and cafe steps from the sea selling recipes from its own secret garden beneath the waves

Jonathan Williams, owner of award-winning restaurant and pub Cafe Mor, said “I thought it’d be great for the pub to have it’s own secret sea garden and be one of the first in Wales to have [one]. We’ve got a kitchen garden which we’re growing at the moment but to have an actual sea garden! Sea food has had some bad press in the last few years over fish so I thought it’d be nice to turn it around and look at farming sustainably in the sea.” Read More

University student opens his own restaurant in Swansea

Kevin Blanco Ledesma, a second year BA International Gastronomy Management student at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David is juggling his studies whilst running a newly-opened tapas restaurant Casa Blanco. Kevin, who has previously worked as a head chef at restaurants in Spain and Swansea, credits the University for helping him start his own business and says the support from his lecturers has been fantastic. Read More

Restaurant with giant horse mural on side re-opens in Mumbles

A popular restaurant in one of Wales’s favourite seaside destinations has officially re-opened, but not as you remember it. It is under the new leadership of owner Sam Sethi, who has kept its name the same. The venture has created ten new full and part-time jobs. But its menu will be completely different, now specialising in Indian cuisine, including a grill and small plates menu, seafood, and a fusion of Indian and western dishes. Read More

Come Dine With Me winner takes over pub in Welsh beauty spot

After searching for the right venue, Chris Blakeborough-Pownall feels he’s “lucked out” with The Gower Inn. He said “I opened The Gower Inn on May 18, 2024 and locals tell me it’s been really good to have someone who cares, and is in the community, running the pub. I want this place to be renowned for its food – so we’re using local produce from Gower Butcher, Swansea Fish, Motley Pies in Gowerton and it’s all made to a very, very high standard.” Read More

HEALTH & LIFE SCIENCE

New Project to Tackle Tanning Perceptions in Young People, Offering Crucial Boost to Sun-Safety Education in Wales

A Swansea University-led project hopes to help stop the concerning rise of skin cancer in Wales by exploring current perceptions of tanning in children, parents/carers, and educators. The results will support the development of a new sun-safety educational toolkit for the Welsh curriculum. Skin cancer now accounts for half of all cancers in England and Wales, though many, including 86% of melanomas, can be prevented with safer sun exposure. Read More

Project delivers mental health and wellbeing benefits as well as fruit and veg

An agricultural project that grows fruit and vegetables is also serving up mental health and wellbeing benefits to its volunteers. The Cae Felin Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) project is based on land owned by Swansea Bay UHB, with health board staff and the public giving up their time to grow crops and plant trees along with creating a space for nature and wildlife to flourish. Read More

How University’s World-Leading Simulation Training is Shaping our Health Workforce

Healthcare professionals of the future are now reaping the benefits of Swansea University’s groundbreaking training facilities. Swansea University Simulation and Immersive Learning Centre houses the largest installation of immersive wall technology globally, with the main campus centre featuring eight immersive wall simulation suites, supported by a team of simulation technologists and expert academics, and three additional suites in the West Wales campus. Read More

CIRCULAR ECONOMY & ENVIRONMENT

New Funding to Support Wales’ Development of Pioneering Marine Energy Technology

Innovate UK has awarded funding to further optimise a unique and flexible floating offshore wind platform for applications in the Celtic Sea, a collaboration involving Swansea University. The funding will help establish the Launchpad project to ensure that, where possible, a local supply chain will support the fabrication, manufacture, and deployment of the platform, known as PelaFlex. Read More

Oil and gas expert urges young people to join renewable energy revolution in Pembrokeshire

A former oil and gas professional is urging young people to consider a career in renewable energy, and take advantage of rapid growth in the sector. Naomi Bowen worked in oil and gas in Pembrokeshire for over 14 years, and recently transitioned to the renewable energy sector to help in the fight against climate change. Now, she wants to encourage prospective school leavers to choose this industry to start their career journey. Read More

RWE launches pre-application consultation for Pembroke BESS scheme

RWE has launched a consultation for a battery energy storage system project on land adjacent to Pembroke Power Station. The proposed development would comprise 212 battery containers, 106 power conversion systems enabling connectivity to the grid, and associated infrastructure.  Once fully operational, it would be capable of storing enough electricity to meet the average daily domestic energy needs of more than 72,000 typical UK homes. Read More

VISITOR ECONOMY & TOURISM

Swansea Continues to Fly the Flag for Nightlife Safety

Swansea has retained its Purple Flag status for the 10th year running. The flag means visitors can always expect an entertaining, diverse, safe and enjoyable night out in the city centre. Russell Greenslade, chief executive of Swansea BID, said: “We are unbelievably proud that Swansea has once again achieved Purple Flag status. At Swansea BID, our team works tirelessly to ensure visitors to the city can enjoy our brilliant food and beverage venues safely.” Read More

Temporary fairground planned for popular Welsh seafront this summer

The popular seafront in Aberavon could soon see the inclusion of a temporary funfair, which would contain a number of large rides as well as a carousel. Neath Port Talbot  Council invites tenders for the contract with the temporary attraction opening from August 1-11. The Aberavon area was once known for being one of the most popular beaches in Wales during its glory days of the 1950s and 60s with thousands of people flocking there each weekend. Read More

Carmarthen Music Festival returning for third year

The Carmarthen Music Festival (CMF) returns this summer for its third year and hopes to build on the success of the previous ones. The all-day free event will be held on Saturday, August 24, over the bank holiday weekend, showcasing acts across  four outdoor stages and at least 10 different venues involved. Read More

Get ready for a summer extravaganza at Margam Country Park with the whole family  

From 10am to 5pm on July 21st the park will transform into a vibrant hub of beloved characters, live performances, and endless entertainment for families. Nestled in the scenic beauty of South West Wales, the family-friendly event promises a day brimming with excitement, adventure, and treasured memories. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to meet some of their favourite characters, including Peppa Pig and George, Paddington Bear, and the Gruffalo. Read More

EDUCATION

Swansea University Secures its Highest Ever Position in QS World University Rankings

Swansea University has risen to 298th in the QS World University Rankings 2025, placing Swansea in the top 300 for the first time. The global league table by higher education analyst QS Quacquarelli Symonds ranks more than 1,500 leading global institutions. Swansea’s rise of nine places this year has been largely driven by advancements in academic reputation, international research networks, and sustainability. Read More

Gower College Swansea celebrates double win at InsideOut awards

Gower College Swansea is proud to announce its remarkable success at the InsideOut Awards, held at the Troxy in London. The College secured two prestigious wins and received a Highly Commended recognition at this annual mental health awards event, powered by the InsideOut LeaderBoard and Wellbeing @ Work Summits. Read More

UWTSD and Pembrokeshire College collaborate on tool to Lead Green and Digital Transition

UWTSD’s International Institute for Creative Entrepreneurial Development (IICED) has been working with Pembrokeshire College to implement the SCAFFOLD tool for the first time in the UK.  This strategic initiative is designed to enhance the capabilities of curriculum managers, empowering them to integrate innovative educational strategies focused on the green and digital transitions and the Curriculum for Wales, Successful Futures. Read More

Swansea University Soars in Latest Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

Swansea University has been ranked joint 65th in the world for meaningful contributions towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the 2024 Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings. Now in its sixth year, THE’s Impact World Rankings is the world’s only one that measures universities’ contributions to all 17 of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and assesses their commitment to sustainability. Read More

Gower College Swansea CEO Mark Jones Receives MBE in King’s Birthday Honours

Gower College Swansea is proud to announce its Chief Executive Officer, Mark Jones, has been recognised with an MBE for services to education in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours list. This prestigious honour highlights Mark’s exceptional contributions as an education leader in both Wales and across the UK. With a career spanning over 19 years as a Principal and Chief Executive, Mark stands as one of the longest-serving College Chief Executives in the UK. Read More

UPCOMING EVENTS

Make it Monday
Every Monday 10:00 – 11:00
HQ Urban Kitchen, Swansea
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Mum & Baby Yoga
Every Monday 11:30 – 12:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Twts Tawe
Every Monday & Wednesday 13:15 – 14:15
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Women only Yoga
Every Monday 14:00 – 15:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Self Help Book Club!
Every Monday 16:00 – 17:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Pilates
Every Monday 16:30 – 17:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Kung Fu Wales (Little Dragons)
Every Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 17:00 – 18:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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VIP Class Acts
Every Monday 17:00 – 19:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Beginners Yoga
Every Monday 17:45 – 18:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Every Monday 18:00 – 19:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Kung Fu Wales
Every Monday 18:30 – 20:15
Every Tuesday & Wednesday 18:30 – 19:30
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Soul Flow Yoga
Every Monday 19:00 – 20:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Jnana Yoga Meditation
Every Monday 19:00 – 20:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Contemporary Dance Class
Every Monday 20:30 – 21:30
LC2 Swansea
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WoodBUILD 2024
2 July 08:30 – 3 July 16:00
UWTSD SA1 Waterfront Campus
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Leadership skills and business growth: Scale Business Masterclass
2 July 10:00 – 12:30
IQ Building, UWTSD SA1 Waterfront Campus
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Feldenkrais
Every Tuesday 10:45 – 11:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Summer Paint Along
2 July 11:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Community Yoga Class
Every Tuesday 12:00 – 13:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Tech Tuesdays
2 July 13:00 – 15:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Women’s Outdoor Walking Group
Every Tuesday 13:15
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Qi Gong for Health and Happiness
Every Tuesday 14:00 – 15:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Carmarthen Open Evening
2 July 16:00 – 18:00
UWTSD Carmarthen Campus
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Children’s Mindfulness and Meditation Journey
Every Tuesday 16:30 – 17:15
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Writing for Wellbeing
Every Tuesday 17:15 – 18:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Pregnancy Yoga
Every Tuesday 17:45 – 18:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Zumba
Every Tuesday 18:30
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Feldenkrais ‘Awareness through Movement’
Every Tuesday 19:00 – 20:15
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Croeso Choir
Every Tuesday 19:00 – 21:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Business Growth & Innovation Forum – Neath Port Talbot
3 July 09:15 – 13:30
Towers Hotel & Spa, Swansea
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Brewtime Men’s Club – Men’s Tai Chi with Mike Hart
Every Wednesday 10:00 – 11:00
HQ Urban Kitchen, Swansea
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Ladies Tai Chi with Mike Hart
Every Other Wednesday 12:00 – 13:00
HQ Urban Kitchen, Swansea
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Swansea Crafties
Every Wednesday 13:00 – 15:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Neurodiverisity Support Group
Every Wednesday 17:30 – 19:10
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Adult learners open evening
3 July 17:30 – 19:30
Gower College Swansea Tycoch Campus
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Yoga for Relaxation
Every Wednesday 17:45 – 18:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Summer Meditation in Nature
Every Wednesday 18:30 – 19:30
Cwmdonkin Park, Swansea
Hosted by The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Life Drawing at elysium
3 July 18:30 – 21:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Restore & More
Every Wednesday 19:00 – 20:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Restorative Sound Baths
Every Wednesday 19:30 – 20:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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NHS Wales App – Helping People to Get Online
4 July 10:00 – 11:30
Online
Delivered by Cwmpas
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Yoga for AnyBODY
Every Thursday 10:00 – 11:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Pain Relief – Movement and Mindset (floor)
Every Thursday 11:45 – 12:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Walking for Wellbeing
Every Thursday 12:00
Sea wall opposite The Secret Beach Bar & Kitchen, Swansea
Hosted by The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Pain Relief – Movement and Mindset (chair)
Every Thursday 13:00 – 13:50
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Community Art Sessions
Every Thursday 14:00 – 15:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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UWTSD Swansea Open Evening
4 July 16:00 – 18:00
UWTSD SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
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UWTSD Swansea College of Art Open Evening
4 July 16:00 – 18:00
UWTSD Swansea College of Art
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Narberth Youth Theatre
Every Thursday 17:30
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Yin Yoga
Every Thursday 17:45 – 18:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Pregnancy Relaxation Sessions
Every Thursday 17:45 – 18:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Design Swansea #65 – Siôn Rees & Osian Williams
4 July 18:30 – 20:30
HQ Urban Kitchen, Swansea
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Rogues’ Gallery Comedy Club feat. Mel Owen + Kris Davies + Onkar
4 July 19:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Handstand and Core
Every Thursday 19:00 – 20:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Melomania Dance
Every Thursday 20:00 – 21:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Soul Flow Yoga
Every Friday 09:15 – 10:15
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Access Pilates
Every Friday 09:30
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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The Queens Hall Food & Craft Market
Every Friday 10:00 – 15:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Chair Yoga
Every Friday 10:30 – 11:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Men’s Wellbeing Drop in Support Group
Every Friday 11:45 – 13:15
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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July Lunch
5 July 12:15 – 16:00
Swansea.com Stadium
Hosted by Swansea Bay Business Club
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Tai Chi for Men
Every Friday 13:45 – 14:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Outdoor Cinema – Encanto (PG)
5 July 18:00 – 20:00
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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Live Music: Nookee + Akimbo + Swan Hill
5 July 19:00 – 23:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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The James Oliver Band
5 July 19:30
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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The Journey of Letting Go
6 July 10:00 – 12:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Mbira African Instrument Workshop
Every Saturday 13:00 – 14:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Upcycling: A Door Stop
6 July 13:00 – 16:00
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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Biodanza – The Dance of Life
6 July 15:00 – 16:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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BINGO LINGO XL – This Is Country!
6 July 18:00 – 23:00
Swansea Arena
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Reggae Roots Gathering
6 July 19:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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ASMR Massage Therapy
Every Sunday 08:30 – 17:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Looking After Your Gut
7 July 14:30 – 16:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Restorative Yoga
Every Sunday 17:30 – 19:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Hippie Death Cult plus special guests Heavy On The Ride
7 July 19:00 – 23:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Weekly Group Meditation
Every Sunday 19:15 – 20:15
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Designing Your Green Space
8 July 10:00 – 16:00
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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Living Well with Long-term Health Conditions
8 July 17:30 – 18:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Business Funding Drop In
9 July 10:00 – 12:00
Swansea BID Office
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Your potential market: Scale Business Masterclass
9 July 10:00 – 12:30
IQ Building, UWTSD SA1 Waterfront Campus
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Unleashing Innovation in Carmarthenshire
9 July 12:00 – 14:00
Canolfan S4C Yr Egin, Carmarthen
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Iyengar Yoga Class
Every Tuesday from 9 July 19:00 – 20:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Marina Litter Pick
10 July 10:00 – 12:00
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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DCW Webinar – How Digital Tools can Support People with the Cost of Living
10 July 14:00 – 15:30
Online
Delivered by Cwmpas
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Life Drawing at elysium
10 July 18:30 – 21:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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It’s Your Carmarthenshire – 4theRegion Conference
11 July 09:30 – 14:30
Canolfan S4C Yr Egin, Carmarthen
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Five Week Practical Beekeeping Course
Every Thursday for Five Weeks 11 July – 8 August 10:30 – 15:30
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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Wales Virtual Networking
11 July 13:00 – 14:00
Hosted by FSB Wales
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Lonely Arts
11 July 17:00 – 19:00
HQ Urban Kitchen, Swansea
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Queens Hall Comedy Club
11 July 19:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Pwdin Reis
11 July 19:00 – 23:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Museum Little Mice
12 July 10:15 – 12:15
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Drop In Event – Services & Support
12 July 14:30 – 16:30
Ffrwnes Fach, Llanelli
Hosted by PLANED and Catalysts for Care
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Drum Circle
12 July 17:30 – 18:45
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Dactyl Terra + Kikker + The False Idles + Loafus
12 July 19:00 – 23:55
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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The Oasis Experience
12 July 19:30
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Vegan Fair
13 July 10:00 – 16:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Mending Sewcial
13 July 10:30 – 13:30
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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Body Love – Exploring your Body as Home
13 July 10:30 – 17:30
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Yscolan – Ceri Rhys Matthews’ Welsh Folk Tune School
13 July 11:00 – 13:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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WONDERFEST!
13 July 12:00 – 15:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Access Pilates
Every Thursday from 13 July for 8 Weeks 18:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Hey Q-T! Swansea
13 July 20:00 – 23:55
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Taiji 37 Beginners Class
14 July 10:00 – 13:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Carmarthen Symphonic Wind Band
14 July 13:00 – 15:00
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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The Future of your Green Space Project
15 July 10:00 – 16:00
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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It’s Your Pembrokeshire Opportunities Report – Online Follow-Up Session
16 July 10:00
Online
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Tech Tuesdays
16 July 13:00 – 15:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Games Night
17 July 17:00
HQ Urban Kitchen, Swansea
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Early Years Education and Care Online Open Evening
17 July 18:00
Online
Hosted by University of Wales Trinity Saint David
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Life Drawing at elysium
17 July 18:30 – 21:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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4theRegion Monthly Meetup – Circular Economy!
18 July 13:00 – 14:30
Online
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Industry Open Afternoon
18 July 15:00 – 17:00
IQ Building, UWTSD SA1 Waterfront Campus
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Anti-Social After Work Drinks for Everyone
18 July 17:00 – 19:00
HQ Urban Kitchen, Swansea
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The Originals Only Open Mic
18 July 19:00 – 23:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Redkite Solicitors
19 July 12:00 – 14:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Mischievous Cow
20 July
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Repair Cafe
20 July 10:30 – 13:30
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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Upcycling: Draft Excluder
20 July 13:00 – 16:00
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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The Journey of Letting Go
20 July 15:00 – 17:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Boris & The Joy (Gogol Bordello) + Honey Rich + Gwilym Evans
20 July 19:00 – 23:55
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Quiet Hour at the Museum
21 July 15:00 – 16:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Marina Litter Pick
24 July 10:00
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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Life Drawing at elysium
24 July 18:30 – 21:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Summer Cardboard Big Build
25 July 12:00 & 14:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Wales Virtual Networking
25 July 13:00 – 14:00
Online
Hosted by FSB Wales
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Youth Open Mic
25 July 17:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Talisman Poetry Open Mic
25 July 19:00 – 23:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Open Mic Night
25 July 19:30
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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The Jerseys 2024 Tour
26 July 19:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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A Taste of Wales – Summer Festival
27 – 28 July 10:00 – 18:00
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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Yscolan – Ceri Rhys Matthews’ Welsh Folk Tune School
27 July 11:00 – 13:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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HQ Urban Kitchen Saturday Session
27 July 13:00 – 16:00
HQ Urban Kitchen, Swansea
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Live Music: Wylderness + PaleGreenHouse + Truly Kaput + Winter Sun
27 July 19:00 – 23:55
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Pink Floydian – The Thin Ice Tour
27 – 28 July 19:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Taiji 37 Beginners Class
28 July 10:00 – 13:00
The Swansea Wellbeing Centre
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Supporting people with the digital skills to access Universal Credit online
31 July 10:00 – 11:30
Online
Delivered by Cwmpas
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Summer Cardboard Big Build
1 August 12:00 & 14:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Behind the Scenes Tour – Under the Great Glasshouse
2 August 11:00 – 12:00
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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Outdoor Cinema – Wonka (PG)
2 August 18:00 – 20:00
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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Welsh Tango Nuevo Festival: The UK’s 1st Nuevo and Neo Festival
2 August 19:00 – 4 August 18:00
Swansea University Singleton Park Campus
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Outdoor Cinema – The Goonies (12)
2 August 20:00 – 22:00
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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Summer Paint Along
3 August 11:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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National Play Day
7 August 11:00 – 14:00
Quiet Hour 10:00 – 11:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Penydarren – Steam Day
7 August 11:00 – 14:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Life Drawing at elysium
7 August 18:30 – 21:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Summer Cardboard Big Build
8 August 12:00 & 14:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Group Listening plus special guest Angharad Jenkins
8 August 19:00 – 23:30
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Museum Little Mice
9 August 10:15 – 12:15
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Silent Disco
9 August 18:30 – 21:30
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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Narberth Cheese Festival
10 – 11 August 10:00 – 17:00
The Queens Hall, Narberth
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Mending Sewcial
10 August 10:30 – 13:30
The Environment Centre, Swansea
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Yscolan – Ceri Rhys Matthews’ Welsh Folk Tune School
10 August 11:00 – 13:00
Elysium Gallery & Bar, Swansea
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Pirate Party!
11 August 12:00 – 16:00
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Captain Barnacle – Pirate Pantomime!
11 August 12:30 & 14:30
National Waterfront Museum, Swansea
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Carmarthen Symphonic Wind Band
11 August 13:00 – 15:00
National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne
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New IPM: Emerging Opportunities
2 September 09:00 – 4 September 17:00
The Great Hall, Swansea University Bay Campus
Hosted by Natural Products BioHUB
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It’s Your Neath Port Talbot – 4theRegion Conference
12 September 09:30 – 14:30
Blanco’s Hotel, Port Talbot
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4theRegion Monthly Meetup – Transport!
19 September 13:00 – 14:30
Online
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4theRegion Monthly Meetup – Buying Regional!
17 October 13:00 – 14:30
Online
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4theRegion Monthly Meetup – Green Economy!
21 November 13:00 – 14:30
Online
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4theRegion Monthly Meetup – Giving Back!
19 December 13:00 – 14:30
Online
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