Trailhead Devil’s Staircase Race
The Third Trailhead Get Jerky Devil’s Staircase Ultra Trail Race The Trailhead Get Jerky 50k Devil’s Staircase Ulta Trail Race took place from Llanwrtyd Wells on Saturday, October 12th. The weather conditions were near perfect for ultra-running—a bright sunny day with moderate …. Read More
Welsh National Tractor Road Run
Yesterday, Llanwrtyd hosted the Welsh National Tractor Road Run, organised by Llanwrtyd Wells Tractor Enthusiasts. The aim of the run is twofold: that of a social event which brings together like-minded tractor enthusiasts to meet up with old and new friends and …. Read More
Bog Snorkelling 2023
Llanwrtyd Wells is famous for its alternative events and World Championship Bog Snorkelling is one of the best and most fun sports events anywhere on the planet. This year was no exception, but at the serious end of the competition, the current …. Read More
Man V Horse
Once again the famous race Man V Horse returned to Llanwrtyd. The conditions were hot and humid. There were 709 finishers, including runners and riders, and there were not surprisingly in the heat 50 DNF. The open winner was Daniel Connolly running …. Read More
Dolwen Field Fun Day
On bank holiday Monday in glorious sunny weather, the Dolwen Field Fun Day took place at Llanwrtyd Wells. In the morning the inaugural 5k fun run was won by Dylan Parry in an excellent time of 20 minutes 17 seconds. The First …. Read More
Samba Band
The recently formed Llanwrtyd Samba band played their second gig following the drumming in of the New Year. They played on the Dolwen Field during the car boot sale which was raising funds for new playground equipment in the park. They will …. Read More
Welcome to Narnia
Narnia comes to Llanwrtyd Wells On Saturday, December 3rd, more than three hundred people were transported into the world of C S Lewis when the Llanwrtyd & District Heritage & Arts Centre was transformed into the forests of Narnia over the first …. Read More
Real Ale Wobble
The Real Ale Wobble once again returned to Llanwrtyd Wells on Saturday. The cycle ride is part of the Green Events organised Mid-Wales Beer festival. 480 cyclists started the event from the Bromsgrove Hall at Ysgol Dolafon, and the riders could choose …. Read More
Llanwrtyd Archery
Llanwrtyd Archery Halloween Shoot The Llanwrtyd Archery club started in September 2021. The new season will start in February 2023 when the light gets better as we are currently shooting outside. They shoot every other Saturday at the Dolwen Fields. We are …. Read More
John Penry
Jon Penry (1563-1593) was born in Cefn-brith farmhouse near Llagammarch. He is the most famous of Welsh Protestant martyrs. He was almost certainly brought up as a catholic, but at Peterhouse College, Cambridge he came under the influence of Protestants. He is …. Read More
