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Mar
3
Sun
Admiral City of Newport Half Marathon @ Commercial Street
Mar 3 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Newport Half Marathon

Admiral City of Newport Half Marathon

*** Get Registered now less than a Week to go ***

Start/Finish in the centre of the City of Newport.

Event venue registration, start and finish, baggage, refreshments;
Newport Centre, 1 Kingsway, Newport NP20 1UH 01633 656757

Growing every year this event showcases some of the iconic landmarks of the City of Newport.

It also raises the profile of the work of St David’s Hospice Care, and generates vital funding to help local patients.

Raise sponsorship and be a hospice hero!

Whats included in your Admiral City of Newport Half Marathon Registration Fee?

  • chip timing
  • event t-shirt
  • bespoke event medal
  • category prizes
  • water stations every 3 miles along the route
  • access to the event facilities, including toilets

For more information on the amazing events and work that the Charity does give the Facebook page a like and follow over on Twitter.

Admiral City of Newport Half Marathon

Apr
14
Sun
Whitehead Tour de Gwent Sportive @ Caerleon Comprehensive School
Apr 14 @ 8:00 am

Tour de Gwent

Whitehead Tour de Gwent Sportive

Organised by St David’s Hospice Care and Sponsored by Whiteheads Building Services, the Tour de Gwent has become and annual cycling event for everyone. Growing over the years to now incorporate 6 carefully designed courses to suit every type of cyclist and for all abilities. No matter if your a hard-core cyclist after the most challenging route to a community or family group that would like the more leisurely ride up and down the Usk river.

Platinum Route – 93 Miles
Gold Route – 78 Miles
Silver Route – 52 Miles
Bronze Route – 30 Miles
Midi Route – 20 Miles
Kids Route – 3 Miles

For Spectators you have the ability to see the start in the Roman town of Caerleon and also line the streets throughout some of the lovely views around South East Wales. Over the 6 different routes it give you many opportunities to cheer on those that are taking to the pedals for this great cause.

You can find out more detailed information on the event (how to enter the Tour De Gwent) along with all other aspects of the Sportive on the Tour de Gwent website linked in the above details.

For more information on the amazing events and work that the Charity does give the Facebook page a like and follow over on Twitter.

Whitehead Tour de Gwent Sportive

Jun
8
Sat
The Acorn Dalmatian Bike Ride 2019 @ Caerleon
Jun 8 all-day

Dalmatian Bike Ride

The Acorn Dalmatian Bike Ride 2019

Want to Challenge yourself? We have the perfect event for you no matter what your ability. The Acorn Dalmatian Bike Ride is a fun event and not a Race!

With 4 different routes and distances available it has something to for everyone.

24, 37, 58 mile routes around Newport or 45 miles along the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal.

Arrive back at The Priory, Caerleon for a fantastic finish festival & BBQ.
Marshals, maps, water stations, feed stations and medical cover provided.
Dalmatian themed fancy dress encouraged!
Please help your hospice care service to continue by raising a minimum of £50 in sponsorship.

Distances Start times for registration fees please check the information on the Website

45 Mile route – Registration from 7.00am for tea & coffee
NOTE: First coach departs Caerleon at 07:30am / 2nd at 07:45 & 3rd at 08:00am
58 Mile route – Registration from 9am – with a rolling start from 09:30am
37 Mile route – Registration from 09:30am – with a rolling start from 10:15am
24 Mile route – Registration from 10am – with a rolling start from 11am

Age Restrictions

24 Mile Route: Minimum age 12 (on day of event)
37, 45, 58 Mile Routes: Minimum age 16 (on day of event)

To sign up as a gift for someone or to register as a group of 2 or more….please call 01633 851051.
or Text DALM01 £5 to 70070 to donate to St David’s Hospice Care and make a difference today.

Massive thank you to the 2019 Event Sponsors

  • Acorn Recruitment
  • The Priory Hotel & Restaurant
  • Melin Homes
  • Alan R Jones & Sons
  • CRC
  • Evans Electrical Ltd
  • Hicks Titley Partnership Consulting Engineers
  • MCL Logistics
  • Pure Solutions Property Services
  • Purnells Insolvency Practitioner
  • TankspeedLogistics Ltd
  • Usk Valley Joinery Ltd
  • The Cadmen Ltd

For more information on the amazing events and work that the Charity does give the Facebook page a like and follow over on Twitter.

The Acorn Dalmatian Bike Ride 2019

Jul
16
Fri
Masters of Newport ⛳ @ Tredegar Park Golf Club
Jul 16 @ 11:00 am – 10:00 pm

Join us for this amazing charity golf event at the Masters of Newportmasters of newport

The David “Bomber” Pearce Legacy Charity 1182541 will be hosting the Masters of Newport charity golf event ?‍♂️⛳

? thewelshrocky@gmail.com to request an invoice for you to secure your team.

£280 per four ball team. This includes your breakfast and admission for evening dinner and dance ?

There are sponsorship opportunities for businesses, as outlined in poster.

All funds raised will support the advancement of sport within South Wales. We look forward to seeing you and hosting a fantastic event.

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Follow the latest news and updates on the Welsh Rocky Facebook page, Over on Twitter and don’t forget those images on Instagram.

May
28
Sat
Battle for Heroes – Charity Evening Function @ Dragons, Rodney Parade
May 28 @ 7:00 pm

Battle for Heroes Evening FunctionBattle for Heroes – Charity Evening Function

Our Evening Event will take place at the Rodney Parade home to the Dragons from 7pm which will include the following

Guest speakers – Ex-Welsh Rugby Internationals Alix Popham & Ian Gough
Three course meal
Silent auction
Live entertainment

Tickets will be at a cost of £40pp and we recommend to contact us to purchase these as soon as possible as demand is high.

Follow our social media accounts and Join our Facebook event for updates and more information.

There are sponsor opportunities for the event, so if you know of any businesses that might consider sponsoring us, please ask them to get in touch with me to discuss the various options.
#battleforheroes

A big thank you to all the Battle for Heroes event sponsors check them out and give them a follow

Make sure you are following across our social media channels and check the Battle for Heroes website for the latest updates.

Battle for Heroes – Charity Evening Function

Oct
22
Sat
The Lion Speaks Tonight at The Riverfront @ The Riverfront
Oct 22 @ 7:30 pm

The Lion Speaks Tonight at The Riverfront

The Lion Speaks Tonight at The Riverfront

Brace yourself for what is going to be a unique and unforgettable evening at the theatre! For the first time rugby legend Scott Quinnell will share some of the most extraordinary stories and facts about his life both on and off the rugby pitch and how he has become one of the most recognised and respected Welsh figures. From growing up with Giants of the game to learning to read and write after his retirement and becoming a star of Television and Radio! Scott bares all with his hilarious tales, never seen before footage and colourful pictures of his colourful life. Which will leaving you ROARING in your seats!

Joining Scott on stage is his son “Steele” who whilst looking down at Dad (literally!) and maybe giving his side of some of the stories, will be performing some of the greatest songs from Musical Theatre!

You will have the opportunity to ask those questions you always wanted to ask! and there will be limited VIP tickets which will include priority seating, ‘Meet & Greet’ prior to or following the show; with signings, photographs and a general ‘chit chat’ with the lads! and of course your personalised souvenir programme.

the lion speaks tonight

The Lion Speaks Tonight at The Riverfront