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Get ready for spooktacular celebrations at The Red Dragon Centre this October half term!
Take caution as you wander around the Centre as you’ll be surrounded by pumpkins, spiders and ghosts – all made from 100% Qualatex biodegradable balloons! We’re also transforming our Green Zone into a fang-tastic Spooky Zone!
Plus, between Tuesday 29th – Thursday 31st October we are partnering with The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales to host free lantern making workshops! The Trust will teach your little ones how to identify different leaves, and everyone can have a turn at making a lantern out of leaves and recycled jam jars that can be decorated with spooky bats. The workshops will be held between 12-4pm each day in The Red Dragon Centre main concourse area so don’t miss out and come and join us!
Customers of The Red Dragon centre, Cardiff can also benefit from 6 hours free parking!
This event was made possible by the generous support of the Players of People’s Postcode Lottery.
Find out the latest details by following The Red Dragon Centre across social media on the links below
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedDragonCentre/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedDragonCentre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_red_dragon_centre/
Get ready for spooktacular celebrations at The Red Dragon Centre this October half term!
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Chepstow Walking Festival 2020
**** See the 2022 event here – Chepstow Walking Festival 2022 ****
Join this popular walking festival now in its 7th year exploring the rich heritage and beauty of the Lower Wye Valley and beyond. A packed programme of 35 guided walks led by experienced walk leaders some who are specialists in the their field such as Dr Mark Lewis Senior Curator at the Roman Legion Museum Caerleon, Rob Dingle Trail Officer for Offa’s Dyke Path, David Morgan, Chair of Long Distance Walkers Association who has devised the Monmouthshire Way, a long distance circular trail starting/finishing at Chepstow and Gavin Jones, Community Engagement Officer for the Living Levels Landscape Partnership scheme who will be joining two brand new walks along the levels to reconnect people and communities to their landscape and provide a sustainable future for this historic and vibrant place.
Some of the walks visit establishments which are rarely or never open to the public such award winning Wye Valley Gin and the farm where the award winning Brookes ice cream is made.
Whether you are a seasoned walker or just enjoy a short walk with the dog there should be something to suit.
Chepstow Walking Festival Tickets cost £5 single or £10 for a Supersaver which is offers 1 walk free. Under 16’s are fee as is the Walk for Health. For Full programme and booking visit walksinchepstow.co.uk alternatively from Chepstow Tourist Information Centre NP16 5EY
Keep up to date with the latest from Chepstow Walkers are Welcome on Twitter and also you can like the Facebook page for updates
Chepstow Walking Festival 2020
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Restorative Leadership & Wellbeing Conference
24th April 2020 – 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Vale Resort, Hensol CF72 8JY
Keynote Speakers Include: Professor Amanda Kirby, Julia Houlston Clark, Coastal Housing & Platform teams
This innovative, participatory event is ideal for people at any level of leadership that are interested in modelling restorative best practice. We will explore together :-
Being a Restorative Leader – What does that mean?
Reflective Practice Time: Being restorative with myself and others
Recognising and responding to stress, trauma and compassion fatigue
We will provide the opportunity to:
Attend practical wellbeing workshops and share best practice
Explore work-life integration strategies
Network with colleagues from across Wales and wider
£250 Per person (Enquire for group bookings for further discount). Price includes resources, meals and refreshments and parking included.
Places are limited, therefore to reserve your place please email contactus@restorativewales.org.uk or call 02920 464950. You can either be invoiced before the event, or you can pay by PayPal at https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/WalesRestorative (Please include your name & organisation name in the ‘Add a Note’ field)
For more information and updates follow Restorative Wales on Twitter and over on Facebook.
Restorative Leadership & Wellbeing Conference
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Great Orme Giant Walk 2020
Due to popular demand the Great Orme Giant Walk is back for 2020!
Treat yourself to this fantastic 10 or 20 mile walking challenge around the fabulous Great Orme, Llandudno. Accompanied by a fantastic group of people and looked after from start to finish by a team of professionals.
Choose between the full 20 miles adventure, or the 10 mile option.
20 miles – (estimated 5 – 8 hours to complete)
10 miles day – (estimated 2.5 – 4 hours to complete)
The route will take you round the Great Orme to the beautiful west shore beach (twice for the 20 milers) and finish with a celebration.. including a well earned glass of fizz and cake! Great Orme Giant Walk
For the latest information you can follow the Breese Adventures Twitter account and also like the Facebook Page for updates.
Great Orme Giant Walk 2020
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Chepstow Walking Festival and Offa’s Twisted Wye Kanter
After a 2-year break Chepstow Spring Walking Festival is back! It’s a special year for the town as Chepstow is celebrating their 10th anniversary as an accredited Walkers are Welcome Town which is a national network of volunteers who work towards providing the best walking experience for the local community and visitors.
The jam-packed programme of guided walks also celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Wales Coast Path with walks incorporating the Trail but with a twist such as finishing with a walk over the Newport Transport Bridge or visiting Wye Valley Meadery. The festival has mix of well-loved favourites and newly devised routes in areas that are not so well known from Paleonotology to a walk with Gwent Wildlife Trust. You can learn more about the countryside we live and enjoy the company of like minded people.
If you are new to country walking as a pastime, like many have over the past 2 years but unsure where to go, or need an incentive to get your boots on, then this is the answer to get you started with experienced friendly walk leaders who are passionate about what they do.
The full programme and how to book your place can be found online
Keep up to date with the latest from Chepstow Walkers are Welcome on Twitter and also you can like the Facebook page for updates
Chepstow Walking Festival and Offa’s Twisted Wye Kanter
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***Events Postponed until 2023 ***
Chirk Castle Trail Run – Wrexham County Trilogy series
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
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Talgarth 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
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***Events Postponed until 2023 ***
Alyn Waters Country Park – Wrexham County Trilogy series
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.
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
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***Events Postponed until 2023 ***
Erddig Trail Run – Wrexham County Trilogy series
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.
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
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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.
