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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
2
Sun
Chirk Castle trial run – Wrexham County Trilogy series @ Wrexham County Trilogy - Chirk Castle
Oct 2 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

***Events Postponed until 2023 ***

Chirk Castle Trail Run – Wrexham County Trilogy series

Chirk Castle trail run

This multi distance multi terrain trail run which will take you past the front of the castle before entering the trails leading to the amazing antient woodland in the beautiful grounds of Chirk Castle. The run will take place over a 5K out and back loop on a multi-terrain surface which is in great condition. The course has a mixture of flat areas as well as some climbing.

Throughout the course there will be marshals in key locations as well as signs to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment.

The Wrexham County Trilogy series is made up of three trail running events in North Wales.
02.10.2022 – Chirk Castle
22.10.2022 – Alyn Waters Country Park
06.11.2022 – Erddig

All finishers will receive a custom designed eco friendly medal as well as awards for the top 3 finishers in each category per race.

Distances Available (Adults)
Half Marathon
15K
10K
5K
Juniors (10 to 15 years old)
3K

For more information or to sign up, please visit www.uksfa.co.uk/running-events, you can also follow along or contact them by social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Chirk Castle Trail Run – Wrexham County Trilogy series

Oct
9
Sun
Talgarth Pen-y-Fan View 10K @ Talgarth Car Park
Oct 9 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Talgarth Pen-y-Fan View 10KTalgarth Pen-y-Fan View 10K

  • The Talgarth Pen-y-Fan View 10K takes place in the town of Talgarth and benefits from great views of the surrounding area including the Black Mountains and the iconic Pen-y-Fan.
  • The course is on wide pedestrian/cycle paths (traffic free) and is an out-and-back route.
  • Open to all abilities.
  •  An undulating course
  • Medal for all finishers.
  • Drink stations on the course and finish.
  • Free Car parking near start/finish.
  • 9.00 am Start.
  • Runners run at their own risk and organisers will take no liability for any injuries. If you are unable to run on the day, we strongly advise you not to run. Please read our withdrawal policy.
  • Online Entries to be made by Paypal via the website. Price = £12.99
  • Proceeds from the will go towards charity

For more information on the event you can contact via the Stride Out Events Facebook page.

Talgarth Pen-y-Fan View 10K

Oct
22
Sat
Alyn Waters Country Park trail run – Wrexham County Trilogy series @ ALYN WATERS COUNTRY PARK
Oct 22 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

***Events Postponed until 2023 ***

Alyn Waters Country Park – Wrexham County Trilogy series

alyn waters country park trail run

Alyn Waters offers a beautiful setting for the second part of the Wrexham County Trilogy. The starting point is near the coffee shop and leads you a long a mixture of surfaces while you drop down to running along the beautful river Alyn. The run will take place over a 5K out and back loop on a multi-terrain surface which is in great condition year round. The course has a mixture of flat and undualting areas with one challenging climb.

Throughout the course there will be marshals in key locations as well as signs to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment.

The Wrexham County Trilogy series is made up of three trail running events in North Wales.
02.10.2022 – Chirk Castle
22.10.2022 – Alyn Waters Country Park
06.11.2022 – Erddig

All finishers will receive a custom designed eco friendly medal as well as awards for the top 3 finishers in each category per race.

wrexham county trilogy series

Distances Available (Adults)
Half Marathon
15K
10K
5K
Juniors (10 to 15 years old)
3K

For more information or to sign up, please visit www.uksfa.co.uk/running-events, you can also follow along or contact them by social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Alyn Waters Country Park – Wrexham County Trilogy series

Oct
28
Fri
LIONFEST 3 @ Pill Harriers RFC
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm – 11:45 pm

Lionfest 3

lionfest 3

This is the 3rd year LIONFEST has been running, it started off as a Facebook streaming event, and this year it will be live at the Pill Harriers Sports Club, Newport. The Door Opens at 6.00pm – Ends at 12.00am.

We have 3 bands and 2 acoustic acts.

Big Sky

The Fatemakers

The Flying Spider Revival

Oxbowlake

Candy Mountain – Wales

If you are a live music fan then this event is for you! 100% of the ticket sales will go to charity! has each act of giving up their time for free, for which we are internally grateful…

The ticket price is only £5.00

You can purchase tickets online….

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/lionfest3/lionfest-3/e-jroqba

If you can’t make the event and would like to support Terminally ill Children living throughout Wales, then please visit our Just Giving page below!

https://www.justgiving.com/ieuanthelion/donate

Follow the latest information and updates from this amazing Charity with all social media links on the Ieuan the Lion Memorial Fund Website.

Lionfest 3

Nov
6
Sun
Erddig trail run – Wrexham County Trilogy series @ ERDDIG
Nov 6 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

***Events Postponed until 2023 ***

Erddig Trail Run – Wrexham County Trilogy series

erddig trail run

The start finish line will be by the impressive Erddig Hall. The course will take you along some of the beautiful trails within the estate and along the Clywedog river before heading into the forest. The run will take place over a 5K out and back loop on a multi-terrain surface which is mostly in good condition though this may be weather dependant. The course has a mixture of flat and undualting areas with one challenging climb.

Throughout the course there will be marshals in key locations as well as signs to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment.

The Wrexham County Trilogy series is made up of three trail running events in North Wales.
02.10.2022 – Chirk Castle
22.10.2022 – Alyn Waters Country Park
06.11.2022 – Erddig

All finishers will receive a custom designed eco friendly medal as well as awards for the top 3 finishers in each category per race.

wrexham county trilogy series

Distances Available (Adults)
Half Marathon
15K
10K
5K
Juniors (10 to 15 years old)
3K

For more information or to sign up, please visit www.uksfa.co.uk/running-events, you can also follow along or contact them by social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Erddig Train Run – Wrexham County Trilogy series

Dec
18
Sun
The Mayors Christmas Charity Show @ The Princess Royal Theatre
Dec 18 @ 4:00 pm

The Mayors Christmas Charity Show

The Mayors Christmas Charity Show

Don’t miss an afternoon of magical Christmas entertainment and fun! Showcasing the incredible talent of young people from across Neath Port Talbot, all proceeds raised go to the Mayor’s Charities. This year our Mayor, Councillor Robert Wood is supporting the National Autistic Society and the Neath Port Talbot Stroke Group.

So, with a week to go before the big day, come get that festive feeling and help raise money for two very good causes at this Christmas cracker of a show!

Keep up to date with the latest news and events from the Princess Royal Theatre by checking the website and by following us on Twitter and liking our Facebook page.

The Mayors Christmas Charity Show

Apr
23
Sun
Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run @ Parc Bryn Bach
Apr 23 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race

Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run

The Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run is set in the scenic grounds of Parc Bryn Bach, and takes full advantage of this beautiful setting.

Whether you’re an advanced runner, enjoying park run life, social running or want to set yourself a challenge, aged over 17, then the Senior Six Mile Race is for you.

Due to popular demand and to support and encourage our little runners we are pleased to offer our 4-16 years olds our Junior One Mile Run.  We advise children aged 4-7 years to run with a responsible adult aged 18+.

For more information on the event or the amazing work that the Hospice of the Valleys do you can check out the website on the following link

Hospice of the Valleys Website.

Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run

May
5
Fri
Hospice of the Valleys Go Yellow Day 5th May 2023
May 5 all-day

Hospice of the Valleys Go Yellow Day 5th May 2023

Wear something YELLOW to support the Hospice of the Valleys and make a suggested £1 donation or plan your own Go Yellow fundraiser.

#GoYellowForHospice

For more information contact; 01495 717277 or email Fundraising@hospiceofthevalleys.com

You can also download the pdf for the the Go Yellow day via the link below which also contains a poster and a blank one that can be used to colour in.

A4_Poster_v4 Go Yellow 2023

For more information on the event or the amazing work that the Hospice of the Valleys do you can check out the website on the following link

Hospice of the Valleys Website.

Hospice of the Valleys Go Yellow Day 5th May 2023

May
14
Sun
Hospice of the Valleys Zip Line Challenge @ Zip World Tower South Wales
May 14 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Hospice of the Valleys Zip Line Challenge

Hospice of the Valleys Zip Line Challenge

If you love adrenaline then you’ll love this amazing adventure for the Hospice!

We’re calling all adrenaline junkies to take to the wire on the world’s fastest seated zip line – Fundraising doesn’t come much faster than this!

Test your limits? Do something you’ve always wanted to do? or just have a great day out with family and friends?

Phoenix is located in Zip World Tower at the former Tower Colliery site in Aberdare, South Wales, on the edge of the Brecon Beacons. Containing two incredible zip lines, Phoenix is a record-breaker, being the fastest seated zip line in the world, and Zip World’s steepest. You’ll travel at speeds up to 70 mph and with four lines situated side by side, can race friends and family to be the fastest.

Price includes equipment, safety briefing and 1 go on both zip lines. You will also bag yourself a FREE Hospice T shirt.

If you choose to embark on this thrill-seeking adventure with us, we ask that you fundraise a minimum sponsorship of £75.00. This will typically pay for 4 complementary therapy treatments for a patient living with a life-limiting illness, helping them to manage their pain and relieve symptoms.

*80% of sponsorship to be received 2 weeks prior to the adventure date.

For more information on the event or the amazing work that the Hospice of the Valleys do you can check out the website on the following link

Hospice of the Valleys Website.

Hospice of the Valleys Zip Line Challenge

Hospice of the Valleys Zip Line Challenge