The Festival Programme
Amser Stori Cymraeg
Friday 24th June2.00 - 3.00pm
Welsh Story time with Gwennan from Menter Caerdydd - for under 4’s @Hyb yr Eglwys Newydd
Cardiff Hubs
Friday 24th June2.00 - 6.00pm
Weekly Library service provided at The Tanyard by Cardiff Hub @The Tanyard, Tongwynlais
Lego Club (For Kids)
Saturday 25th June10.00am - 12.00pm
Weekly Lego Club for children – Duplo for ages 2 – 4 and Lego for over 4’s @Whitchurch Hub
Sunset Fayre
Saturday 25th June5.30 - 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 June8.00pm
Entertainment and opening of week-long Beer and Cider festival @Lewis Arms, Tongwynlais
Festival Church Service
Sunday 26th June10.30am
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 June11.00am - 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 June3.00pm
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 June09.15 - 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 June2.00 - 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 June5.00 - 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 June7.00pm
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 June2.00 - 2.45pm
Join the Hub Team for weekly Tap-Tap Box and Rhymes for under 4’s @Whitchurch Hub
Walking Whitchurch Heritage
Tuesday 28th June6.00pm
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 June6.00 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 June7.30 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 June9.30 - 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 June10.30 - 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 June5.00 - 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 June7.00pm
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 July10.00am - 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 July2.00 - 3.00pm
Welsh story and rhymes with Gwennan from Menter Caerdydd - for under 4’s @Hyb yr Eglwys Newydd
Cardiff Hubs
Friday 1st July2.00 - 6.00pm
Weekly Library service provided at The Tanyard by Cardiff Hubs @The Tanyard, Tongwynlais
Duck Race
Friday 1st July6.00pm
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 JulyAll 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 July4.00 - 7.00pm
Plan2Ride Forest Fawr Hill Climb Cycle Challenge. To enter ring Plan2Ride on 02920 810868. Organised by Plan2Ride
Festival Fete
Saturday 2nd July12.00 - 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 July2.30 - 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