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Pontypool RFC V Merthyr RFC – WRU National Cup Semi Final
So after overcoming Bridgend Ravens in an action packed Quarter Final at Pontypool Park, Pooler the Newly crowned 3 time Champions of the Championship are drawn against the reigning Premiership Champions Merthyr RFC.
This WRU National Cup Semi Final will be played at the neutral ground and home of Ebbw Vale, the one and only Eugene Cross Park. With both teams aiming to make it to the Principality Stadium for Finals day this will no doubt be another cracking encounter. With Pontypool RFC seeking revenge after being put out of the Cup last year by Merthyr with a score of 21 – 6.
Once again all connected with Pontypool RFC are encouraging as many of the #PoolerArmy and faithful fans as well as rugby supporters in general to pack out Eugene Cross Park after a crowd of over 2,000 helped the boys get over the last hurdle against Bridgend.
To avoid queues at Eugene Cross Park on Saturday, Pontypool RFC fans will be able to buy tickets for the club’s National Cup semi-final from Pontypool Park between 6.30pm and 7.30pm on Thursday, or on the official supporters’ coaches on Saturday.
Or it’say on the gate, with entry priced at £10 per Adult and £5 for Under 16’s
Let us know your coming by joining the Facebook event and help by inviting Friends and Family
The other Semi Final is Llandovery RFC V Cardiff RFC at The Gnoll, Neath 14:30 Kick Off
For the latest information about the game and build up follow Pontypool RFC on Twitter and also like the Facebook page for updates.
Pontypool RFC V Merthyr RFC – WRU National Cup Semi Final
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HR Breakfast Seminar – A positive HR approach to the mental health and wellbeing of employees
Every year millions of people across the UK are affected by mental health, and research has found that one in three sick notes now relate to mental health. Join us at this thought-provoking event where we’ll be discussing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, and how we can truly make a difference to the happiness of our employees.
This unmissable event will include an employment law update, and an opportunity to learn from specialist speakers, whilst connecting, engaging, and sharing ideas with your peers. So, if you’re a HR professional or business owner, make sure you join us in Wrexham on Thursday the 16th of May, between 8am and 10:30am.
Specialist speakers:
- Head of Employment Law at Hillyer McKeown, Justine Watkinson
- Talent attraction specialist and MD of recruitment marketing company JVP Group, Cath Harrison
- Experienced HR Director and Owner of The Alternative Board (NE Wales), David Roberts
The event will include time to network with fellow HR professionals and business owners, and a panel Q&A session where you can ask any questions you may have relating to human resources, recruitment and employment law.
Who is this event for?
- HR Professionals
- Business Owners
Where is the event?
4 Edison Court, Ellice Way, Wrexham Technology Park, LL13 7YT (behind the Ramada Hotel).
Where can I park?
There is plenty of parking options close to the building.
When is the event?
The event will run from 8:00am to 10:30am on Thursday 16th of May.
For any queries regarding this event, please call Sion at JVP on 01745 774 955 or email sion@jvpgroup.co.uk
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Unicorn Day
This year, we are celebrating 10 years of our Unicorn Service and we want you to celebrate with us! Unicorn Day is a chance for you to have fun whilst raising money to help us provide a very important service of ours.
Get together in your class, with your church, with your colleagues, with your family or whoever you have most fun with and get creative with Unicorn day, helping us celebrate in the most magical way!
Bake a unicorn cake, paint your face, and throw a unicorn party or whatever colourful unicorn idea you can think of! There’s no limits this unicorn day!
What is the Unicorn Service?
For the last 10 years, the Unicorn Service has been developed to help support children and young people deal with the life-threatening diagnosis or loss of a loved one, helping them understand and cope in such a difficult time.
Request your FREE fundraising pack here
Contact the fundraising team on 01633 851051 or email fundraising@stdavidshospicecare.org if we can help in any way!
Have fun!
For more information on the amazing events and work that the Charity does give the Facebook page a like and follow over on Twitter.
Unicorn Day
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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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***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.
Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run
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In Conversation with Crime Author Conrad Jones
Best-selling crime author, Conrad Jones from Holyhead, is to appear at one of Wales’ premier literary festivals.
The Wrexham Carnival of Words, now in its 9th year ‘hand picks authors’ to share their own back story, host readings and Q and A sessions with audiences in libraries across the county.
The 2023 festival will be held between 22-29 April.
Conrad Jones is a best-selling Amazon all-star author. His 29 novels have been translated into six languages. He’s best known for The Anglesey Murders series, which follows DI Alan Williams and connects to his Alec Ramsay detective books both soon to available as Magna graphic novels. The storylines are carefully woven around real places and landmarks across north Wales and Liverpool.
Conrad will be hosting an afternoon event at Chirk library on Thursday 27th April (2pm) Tickets £6
In Conversation with Crime Author Conrad Jones
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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.
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.
