The Festival Programme

Amser Stori Cymraeg

Friday 24th June
2.00 - 3.00pm
Welsh Story time with Gwennan from Menter Caerdydd - for under 4’s @Hyb yr Eglwys Newydd

Cardiff Hubs

Friday 24th June
2.00 - 6.00pm
Weekly Library service provided at The Tanyard by Cardiff Hub @The Tanyard, Tongwynlais

Lego Club (For Kids)

Saturday 25th June
10.00am - 12.00pm
Weekly Lego Club for children – Duplo for ages 2 – 4 and Lego for over 4’s @Whitchurch Hub

Sunset Fayre

Saturday 25th June
5.30 - 8.30pm
Stalls, rides, and food in Merthyr Road.
Details from Linda on 07881 606413 @Merthyr Road, Tongwynlais Sponsored by Tongwynlais Dental Surgery

Band Night

Saturday 25th June
8.00pm
Entertainment and opening of week-long Beer and Cider festival @Lewis Arms, Tongwynlais

Festival Church Service

Sunday 26th June
10.30am
Conducted by Rev Jonathon Vaughn-Davies. Coffee after the service. @Bethel Baptist Church, Penlline Road, Whitchurch

Open Day at St. Mary’s Gardens

Sunday 26th June
11.00am - 1.00pm
Learn about this historic local garden and follow a history trail. Parking and refreshments at the Fox & Hounds where there will be a display of photographs showing the restoration of the Garden. @Old Church Road

Fashion Show by Fab Boutique

Sunday 26th June
3.00pm
Doors open at 2.30 pm. Show starting at 3.00pm. Tickets  20 to include afternoon tea. Tickets from Linda on 07881 606413. Booking necessary. @Whitchurch Rugby, Sports & Social Club Samuels Crescent, CF14 2TH

English Story Time

Monday 27th June
09.15 - 10.00am
Join the Hub Team for a weekly session of stories, rhymes and crafts for under 4’s @Whitchurch Hub

Friends and Neighbours

Monday 27th June
2.00 - 3.00pm
Meet neighbours and make new friends at this informal conversation group for the local area @Whitchurch Hub

Senior Citizens Afternoon Tea

Monday 27th June
5.00 - 6.30pm
Presented by the Church Ladies’ Circle, free but advance booking required – contact Linda on 07881 606413
@St Michael’s Church Hall, Tongwynlais Sponsored by Tongwynlais Community Council

Puccini and Pasta Opera Night

Monday 27th June
7.00pm
3 course dinner and a glass of Prosecco  40. Prior booking only – ring Sharon on 02922 402670 for details. @Pizzeria Villaggio, Whitchurch Village

English Rhymetime

Tuesday 28th June
2.00 - 2.45pm
Join the Hub Team for weekly Tap-Tap Box and Rhymes for under 4’s @Whitchurch Hub

Walking Whitchurch Heritage

Tuesday 28th June
6.00pm
A gentle amble along Old Church Road exploring our Village history led by Chris and Nigel Lewis. Suitable for the whole family. Free. Starting outside Barclays Bank

Discover Tongwynlais

Tuesday 28th June
6.00 pm
A stroll to places of interest led by members of the Tongwynlais History Society. Free. Meet opposite Tongwynlais Primary School

Band & Fun Quiz Night

Wednesday 29th June
7.30 for 8.00pm
Listen and dance (if you wish!) to the music of a local band and take part in an easy going quiz. Bring your own picnic and drinks.  3 per person at the door. Contact Linda on 07881 606413 for details. @Village Hall, Tongwynlais

Teddy Bears Picnic

Thursday 30th June
9.30 - 11.30am
For children under 8 with a parent and teddy bear! Age related activities – bring a blanket and a picnic. Free event. Contact Suzy on 07966 044999 @Ainon Chapel, Tongwynlais

Walking Friends Wales

Thursday 30th June
10.30 - 11.30am
Over 50’s Walking Group. Join Ilona from Living Streets Cymru for a weekly walk around the local area – more than likely ending at a cafe. @Whitchurch Hub

LEGO for Adults

Thursday 30th June
5.00 - 6.00pm
Weekly Lego Group for Adults; bring your own make one of our sets or get creative. @Whitchurch Hub

Festival Summer Concert

Thursday 30th June
7.00pm
Featuring the Castell Coch Choral Society, City of Cardiff Melingriffith Brass Band, Whitchurch High School Chamber Choir. 5 per person at the door. @St Mary’s Church, Whitchurch

Tower Tours

Friday 1st July
10.00am - 4.00pm
Climb the 70 plus steps in easy stages to explore the top of St Mary’s Church Tower, visiting the Ringing Room and Bell Chamber on the way up. Prior booking required – email johndavis@cinw.org.uk for conditions and to book

Amser Stori Cymraeg

Friday 1st July
2.00 - 3.00pm
Welsh story and rhymes with Gwennan from Menter Caerdydd - for under 4’s @Hyb yr Eglwys Newydd

Cardiff Hubs

Friday 1st July
2.00 - 6.00pm
Weekly Library service provided at The Tanyard by Cardiff Hubs @The Tanyard, Tongwynlais

Duck Race

Friday 1st July
6.00pm
Organised by Rotary Cardiff Breakfast. Ducks (the plastic kind!) may be purchased in advance from Steve on 07788 154215, and outside the Whitchurch Co-op on Saturday 25th June. @Whitchurch Brook - meet at the Three Elms Whitchurch

Wine Tasting

Saturday 2nd July
All Day
Wine tasting by Majestic Wines. Charity raffle for a private tasting. Free. Ring 02920 627901 for details and to book. @The Philog, CF14 1DL

Plan2Ride Cycle Challenge

Saturday 2nd July
4.00 - 7.00pm
Plan2Ride Forest Fawr Hill Climb Cycle Challenge. To enter ring Plan2Ride on 02920 810868. Organised by Plan2Ride

Festival Fete

Saturday 2nd July
12.00 - 4.30pm
Including the Silly Dog Show at 1 pm - categories for all kinds of dogs including waggiest tail and scruffiest mutt! Entry  1.50 per dog per class – let your pet bring you. Bring all the family along and enjoy the traditional Festival Fete on the Common packed with stalls, entertainment, rides, activities, food and drink and licensed bar and cocktails. Contact Jules on 07762 626036 / Ann on 07826 114367 @Whitchurch Common

Family Treasure Hunt

Sunday 3rd July
2.30 - 4.30pm
Fun for the whole family on foot around Whitchurch. 3 per family (3 or more) or 1 per person. Details from Keith on 07796 902451 @Starting at Whitchurch Common opposite the Three Elms. Sponsored by Peter Alan, Estate Agents, Whitchurch