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Rhondda Heritage Park Events 2010

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Rhondda Heritage Park Events in 2010

In its heyday Rhondda's coal was as important as the oil produced by the Middle East today. This Welsh Valley helped to power the world, and the character and culture of the Rhondda is brought to life in the 'Black Gold' story through exciting multi media displays set in three restored colliery buildings. The Rhondda Heritage Park based at the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery, Trehafod, is one of the top heritage and cultural visitor attractions in South Wales and provides a fun and interesting day out for individuals, groups, school children and students.

March AFTERNOON TALK Wednesday 3rd March, 2 - 4pm Visions of Old Pontypridd & Rhondda Presented by Meic Jones of Glamorgan Family History Society Free Admission & refreshments, please reserve your place in advance Ring 01443 682036 April EASTER WEEKEND ~ UNDERGROUND TOURS Saturday 3rd - Monday 5th April, 10am, 12pm & 2pm Complimentary Easter Egg with every child ticket purchased for underground tour Pre-booking is advised please ring 01443 682036 AFTERNOON TALK Wednesday 14th April, 2 - 4pm The Coal Industry in South Wales during the Second World War Presented by Dr Stuart Broomfield Free Admission & refreshments, please reserve your place in advance Ring 01443 682036 May AFTERNOON TALK Wednesday 12th May, 2 - 4pm Growing English Roses Presented by Mike Thompson, Rhondda Rose Society Free Admission & refreshments, please reserve your place in advance Ring 01443 682036

June AFTERNOON TALK Wednesday 2nd June, 2 - 4pm Family History Research and your local library Presented by Nick Kelland For many people their local library is the first place they visit when begining research into their family tree. Nick Kelland will talk on the Family History Resources held in the local studies collections of Rhondda Cynon Taff Libraries. Free Admission & Refreshments, please reserve your place in advance Ring 01443 682036 MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT CHARITY WALK Saturday 12th June To partcipate or for more details, please contact Helen Ashcroft on 01656 867968, e mail: Click to email or visit website at: website link RHYS DAVIES EXHIBITION Monday 14th June - Monday 20th September 9 - 4pm, Free Admission A display of works by the most distinguished prose-writer ever to be produced by the Rhondda. Display arranged by the Rhys Davies Trust. LEWIS MERTHYR COMMUNITY SINGING DAY Saturday 19th June, 10.30 - 4.30pm, Free Admission Join us and the Welsh National Opera on a free one-day community singing workshop and learn from the professionals while having fun with family, friends and neighbours. No previous singing or music experience required. Participants should be 13yrs and over (u16yrs must be accompanied by an adult). Places must be pre-booked and you will be required to stay all day. Ring: 01443 682036 ROSE FESTIVAL Saturday 26th June, 1pm - 5pm Sunday 27th June, 11am - 5pm Free Admission A blooming great day out with stunning displays, gardening advice clinic and plant sales.

July FAMILY HISTORY DAY Saturday 3rd July, 11am - 4pm, Free Admission Whether you are interested in local history or researching your family tree, this is the place to start. AFTERNOON TALK Wednesday 7th July, 2 - 4pm Rhondda and its Writers Presented by Professor Dai Smith, A Rhondda Carnival: Riots and Writers Free Admission & refreshments Individuals, Schools and Colleges welcome please reserve your place in advance Ring 01443 682036 PORTH CARNIVAL Saturday 10th July ~ Further details to follow August AFTERNOON TALK Wednesday 4th August, 2 - 4pm Growing and Using Herbs with Horticulturist broadcaster and author, Sheena Crossley Free Admission & Refreshments, please reserve your place in advance Ring 01443 682036

September AFTERNOON TALK Wednesday 8th September, 2 - 4pm Gardening made easier with Horticulturist broadcaster and author, Sheena Crossley Free Admission & Refreshments, please reserve your place in advance Ring 01443 682036 CORDELL FESTIVAL Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th September, 11 - 4pm Join us in celebrating the works of the renowned author Alexander Cordell (1917 - 1997) in particular 'The Sweet and Bitter Earth' as we commemorate the Centenary of the Tonypandy Riots of 1910. This FREE two day event features music, theatre, tours, welsh crafts and food, plus lots more. OPEN DOORS Free admission to Rhondda Heritage Park every weekend in September as part of the Open Doors Scheme. Please reserve your underground tour in advance. October VINTAGE TRANSPORT FESTIVAL Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd October 11am - 4pm Full steam ahead with model railway displays, traction engines, buses, cars and much more Admission £2.50 Adults, £1.50 Children 3yrs+ AFTERNOON TALK Wednesday 6th October, 2 - 4pm Glimpses of 20th Century America Presented by Gareth Gill, RCT Museums & Education Officer Free Admission & Refreshments, please reserve your place in advance Ring 01443 682036 HALF TERM HALLOWEEN WORKSHOPS 25th - 29th October For further information please ring 01443 682036 November/December CHRISTMAS STARTS HERE WITH A VISIT TO: Parti Nadolig Porth Saturday 20th November A chance to enjoy free entertainment for the children, stands, dancers and to meet Sion Corn in his grotto. All through the medium of Welsh. Santa's Toy Mine - Public Sunday 21st November - Thursday 23rd Dec ~ 10am - 5pm Join our Toy Miners on a magical thrilling underground adventure through the snow storm and ice cave, who knows, will you be lucky enough to discover Santa's secret grotto? Tours last approximately 45 minutes. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Tickets £6.50 Child (including a gift for all children) £3.95 (inc Mince pie and hot drink) for accompanying adults. Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. (Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all telephone bookings) Santa's Toy Mine - Public - Christmas Eve Friday 24th December Last Tour 2.30pm Tickets £7.50 Child (inc gift for all children) £4.95 (Inc Mince Pie and hot drink) for accompanying adults. Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. (Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all telephone bookings) Santa's Toy Mine Schools Weekdays from Monday 22nd November - Friday 17th December 10am - 2.30pm Pupils £4.75 (includes gift) Accompanying Adults £2.50, Teachers (1 in 10) Free Meal Deals available @ £2.50 per pupil/£3 per adult. Pre-Booking essential Tel: 01443 682036 (Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all telephone bookings) Santa's Toy Mine - Schools Matinee Tours Weekdays from 22nd Nov - Friday 10th Dec ~ from 1.30pm Pupils £3.75 (includes gift) Accompanying Adults £2.50, Teachers (1 in 10) free. Meal Deals available @ £2.50 per pupil/£3 per adult. Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. Late Nights with Santa Monday 20th - Thursday 23rd December Tours from 5pm, Last tour 7pm Children £6.50 (incudes gift), Adults £3.95. Pre-Booking Essential: tel 01443 682036. (Please note a £1 booking fee applies to all telephone bookings)