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Events in May 2011
Signal Box Exhibition: Wye Valley Craft Association
Event Date: 18-Apr-2011 - 01-May-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
The association was founded in 1986 by craft workers for craft workers. It welcomes members in a wide range of crafts, all members being vetted for the quality of their work; only 100% handcrafted items can be sold through the association outlets and venues.
Fourteen Locks Children's Easter Trail
Event Date: 22-Apr-2011 - 02-May-2011
Rogerstone Newport Newport NP10 9GN
phone: 01633 892167
Easter trail around the Fourteen Locks Canal Centre.
Crickhowell Choral Society's Music Festival
Event Date: 28-Apr-2011 - 02-May-2011
Crickhowell Powys NP8 1DW
phone: 01873 857392
Music Festival 2011 - the 17th Crickhowell Festival WELCOME TRIBUTES Soloists: Soprano: Charlotte Mobbs Bass: Eamonn Dougan Mezzo: Catherine King Tenors: Charles Daniels, Peter Wilman and the Welsh Baroque Orchestra
May Day Celebrations
Event Date: 01-May-2011 - 02-May-2011
Gelligaer Road Nelson Caerphilly CF46 6ER
phone: 01443 412248
NGS - Trostrey Lodge
Event Date: 01-May-2011 - 02-May-2011
Usk Monmouthshire NP15 1JT
phone:
A peaceful garden within old stone walls and buttresses. Approach the Regency house (not open) over a ha-ha, past a spectacular tulip tree and on to a colourful planting of spring flowers with fine carelessness in a structured pattern. Greenfields, old oak trees and River Usk surround. Good range of plants for sale.
May Day Bank Holiday
Event Date: 02-May-2011
Newport Newport NP10 8YW
phone: 01633 815880
Enjoy a bank holiday with a difference at Tredegar House. Public house tours hourly from 11am to 4pm. Butler and Housekeeper tours hourly from 11.30am to 3.30pm, and children's activities from midday to 3pm.
Signal Box Exhibition: Landscapes & Wildlife
Event Date: 02-May-2011 - 08-May-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
An exhibition of framed and mounted pictures of landscapes and wildlife.
Bank Holiday Family Fun Day
Event Date: 02-May-2011
Piercefield Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6BE
phone: 01291 622260
Fun packed days out for all the family with FREE entry for children under 16 and FREE children's entertainment! Children can explore an incredible Mini Zoo, meet our race day mascot Willie Winnit , have their faces painted and play on the days games and activities! Family tickets available!
May Day Mischief
Event Date: 02-May-2011
Cross Street New Tredegar Caerphilly NP24 6EG
phone: 01443 822 666
Ben 10 themed Treasure Trail
Event Date: 02-May-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
Solve the clues and help Ben 10 save the planet!
Fourteen Locks Art Exhibition
Event Date: 02-May-2011 - 07-May-2011
Rogerstone Newport Newport NP10 9GN
phone: 01633 892167
Exhibition by Joyce Hart, Mark Whittaker and Caroline Tremeer.
Merlin Music: Fiona Murphy & Susie Stranders
Event Date: 04-May-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
Fiona's flourishing operatic career as a mezzo-soprano has already embraced both the English and Welsh National Opera companies as well as the opera houses in Houston and Philadelphia. The programme is based on the ravishing songs by Richard Strauss for the female voice, accompanied by Susie on piano.
Piatti Quartet and Sarah Williamson
Event Date: 06-May-2011
Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG
phone: 01633 656677
Concerto finalist in the BBC Young Musician competition, Sarah Williamson, and the award-winning Piatti Quartet share the stage to perform works including Haydn's String Quartet in C, Op.76 No.3, Mozart's Clarinet Quintet and Smetana's Quartet in E Minor.
Fourteen Locks Art Exhibition
Event Date: 07-May-2011 - 04-Jun-2011
Rogerstone Newport Newport NP10 9GN
phone: 01633 892167
Exhibition by Eileen Mills, Esther Penn and Barbara Hillard.
Eurovista
Event Date: 07-May-2011
Twyn Road Caerphilly Caerphilly CF83 1JL
phone: 02920 880011
Maker's Talk
Event Date: 07-May-2011
Kemeys Commander Usk Monmouthshire NP15 1JU
phone: 01873 880879
An opportunity to meet artist Kay Leverton and see her work. Please call the gallery if you are interested (01873 880879). Delicious light refreshments and cakes in the cafe to tempt you.
Dawn Chorus Walk
Event Date: 07-May-2011 - 08-May-2011
Nantcarn Road Cwmcarn Caerphilly NP11 7FA
phone: 01495 272001
Fourteen Locks: May Monthly Walk
Event Date: 07-May-2011
Rogerstone Newport Newport NP10 9GN
phone: 01633 892167
Fourteen Locks Heritage Walk. Contact the canal centre for full details.
Llantilio Crossenny Festival: The Magic Flute
Event Date: 07-May-2011
Llantilio Crossenny Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 8TA
phone:
Cross Ash School presents THE MAGIC FLUTE, by Mozart This year children from the local Cross Ash School will be teaming up with London Opera Productions for a production of Mozart's “The Magic Flute” at Treadam Barn. A request for audience participation in this year's production means that each member of the audience will be given a small musical instrument (which is theirs to keep) and will be asked to accompany “Papageno” - the bird catcher. We look forward not only to welcoming all budding musicians both young and old to the performances but also to working with them in this production!
NGS - High Glanau Manor
Event Date: 08-May-2011
Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 4AD
phone: 01600 860005
Listed Arts & Crafts garden laid out by H Avray Tipping in 1922. Original features include impressive stone terraces with far-reaching views over the vale of Usk to Blorenge, Skirrid, Sugar Loaf and Brecon Beacons. Pergola, herbaceous borders, Edwardian glasshouse, rhododendrons, azaleas, tulips, orchard with wild flowers and woodland walks.
Llantilio Crossenny Festival: Treadam Barn goes Ronnie Scott
Event Date: 08-May-2011
Llantilio Crossenny Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 8TA
phone:
Treadam Barn will be turned into a Ronnie Scott's style venue with the audience enjoying the performance sitting at tables. “Spellbound”, a 6-9 piece band of high acclaim from Cardiff, will perform two sets. Their repertoire spans from Jazz to R&B. Cash bar available.
Llantilio Crossenny Festival: Family Musical Fun Day
Event Date: 08-May-2011
Llantilio Crossenny Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 8TA
phone:
Gospel and Jazz Singing Workshop for all the family. Beatbox accompaniment will also be needed for those who prefer not to sing! Part of the workshop will be accompanied by “Spellbound”, a band of high acclaim from Cardiff, followed by a performance given by them. Refreshments available including a hot dog stand.
Signal Box Exhibition: Joyce Hart & Mary Heath
Event Date: 09-May-2011 - 15-May-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
A variety of styles in watercolour and pastel ranging from botanical studies to still life, landscape, local views. Also hand painted cards in watercolour and prints from original paintings.
COPY OF COPY OF May Workshop
Event Date: 10-May-2011
Monmouthshire NP7 8PU
phone: 07530044248
Have a very special day making something for yourself or someone dear to you.
Macbeth
Event Date: 11-May-2011 - 12-May-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
Macbeth is one of the darkest of Shakespeare's plays and some say the most terrifying ever written. Set in ancient Scotland, it is a tale of witchcraft, murder and madness. Monmouth School presents a stark, dark and atmospheric adaptation of "the Scottish play."
Llantilio Crossenny Festival: The Archaeology of Llantilio Crossenny
Event Date: 12-May-2011
Llantilio Crossenny Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 8TA
phone:
THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF LLANTILIO CROSSENNY, by Frank Olding. Frank is Blaenau Gwent Heritage Officer. His illustrated talks are always both entertaining and educational.
Llantilio Crossenny Festival: Opera and Canapes
Event Date: 13-May-2011 - 14-May-2011
Llantilio Crossenny Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 8TA
phone:
An evening of Opera and Canapes. London Opera Productions will perform popular arias and duets from “La Traviata” by Verdi to include insight into the opera and the composer. Canapés will be served banqueting style Cash bar available.
Murder Mystery: And Then There were Nuns!
Event Date: 13-May-2011
Newport Newport NP10 8YW
phone: 01633 815880
It's 1951 and the nuns of St Joseph have taken over Tredegar House but what is that smell in the cupboard? With tales of crime, passion and deceit, you are invited to an evening of intrigue, where you will enjoy a traditional 'whodunnit' followed by a 3-course evening supper.
Banda Bacana
Event Date: 13-May-2011
Trefriw Conwy LL27
phone: 01492 641009
The Bacanas bring their infectious Afro Latin dance grooves to Trefriw in the Conwy Valley. Expect a steaming night of sweet vocals, wailing saxes and funky grooves - and it's only £6!
Butler and Housekeeper Tours
Event Date: 14-May-2011
Newport Newport NP10 8YW
phone: 01633 815880
Step back in time to 1895, where the Butler and Housekeeper (dressed in Victorian costume) take you on a tour of the House. Compare the rooms 'above' and 'below' stairs and walk through the attics where the servants slept as well as the kitchen and sculleries 'below'. The tour finishes with afternoon tea in the Brewhouse tearoom. Advance booking advised.
Met Opera: Die Walkure
Event Date: 14-May-2011
Almshouse Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3XP
phone: 01600 719401
A stellar cast comes together for this second instalment of Robert Lepage's new production of the Ring cycle, conducted by James Levine. Bryn Terfel is Wotan, lord of the Gods. Deborah Voigt adds the part of Brunnhilde to her extensive Wagnerian repertoire at the Met.
Big Black Mountains Challenge
Event Date: 14-May-2011
Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 7NN
phone:
The Big Black Mountains Challenge is an annual fund raising event usually held in May. The event consists of a choice of three testing walks/runs of 43km, 29km and 16km between them taking in 15 summits over 660m around the breathtaking scenery of the Black Mountains.
Study Sculpture Workshops: Metal Sculpture
Event Date: 14-May-2011 - 17-May-2011
Molebutton Cottage, Cwm Lane, Govilon Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 9RY
phone: 01873 830410
Simon and Anna Cooley welcome you to their beautifully situated family home, 3 miles from Abergavenny, “gateway to the mountains”. Courses take place in Simon's traditional stone barn, and Anna provides delicious home style lunches and hospitality.
Llantilio Crossenny Festival: Fun Opera Workshop
Event Date: 14-May-2011
Llantilio Crossenny Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 8TA
phone:
Fun Opera Workshop for Tiny Tots upwards. By popular demand, we will be holding an interactive opera workshop suitable for very young ones and their parents. Join “Papageno” the bird catcher from Mozart's “Magic Flute” on a very exciting musical adventure!
NGS - High House
Event Date: 15-May-2011
Raglan Usk Monmouthshire NP15 2DJ
phone:
3 acres of spacious lawns and trees surrounding 16th century house (not open) in a beautiful hidden part of Monmouthshire. Large extended pond, orchard with chicken and ducks. South facing terrace and extensive bed of old roses. Areas of grass with tulips, camassias, wild flowers and far reaching views.
Forgotten Landscapes Routes and Roots Festival
Event Date: 15-May-2011 - 03-Jun-2011
Gilwern, Govilon and Llanfoist Blaenau Gwent
phone: 01495 742944
The Festival, taking place from May 14th - June 3rd 2011, celebrates the shared heritage of the villages of Gilwern, Govilon and Llanfoist, which are connected by the canal. While at the same time promoting recreation on the historic routes of the area which now act as a network of footpaths and cycleways.
Llantilio Crossenny Festival: The Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet
Event Date: 15-May-2011
Llantilio Crossenny Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 8TA
phone:
THE BERLIN PHILHARMONIC WIND QUINTET Mozart, Fantasie in F minor, KV 608 Anton Reicha, Quintet in B major, Op. 88, No. 5 György Ligeti, 6 Bagatelles Jean Francaix, Quintette No.1 Founded in 1988, all are members of the Berlin Philharmonic, and acclaimed soloists in their own right. Each musician has enjoyed international renown, working with the major conductors of our age - from Karajan to Rattle and from Bernstein to Barenboim.
Signal Box Exhibition: Norman Williams
Event Date: 16-May-2011 - 22-May-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
Original watercolours and prints of local scenes, railways, waterways, wartime planes. Also greetings cards.
The Wizard of Oz
Event Date: 20-May-2011
Benllech Isle of Anglesey
phone:
The show is the RSC stage version of "The Wizard of Oz", to be performed in the Benllech Community & Ex.Servicemens' Hall (LL74 8SN). Evening performances are on from Tuesday 24th to Saturday 28th May 2011 Inclusive (Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm. We also have an additional matinee performance on the Saturday (28th May 2011). For the matinee doors open 2pm and show starts 2.30pm. Tickets are £7.50 for adults, £6.00 for children/concessions. Discounted tickets for children are available for the matinee performance only @ £5.00 each. More information & photos from previous shows can be seen on our website. We also have preview photos from this show to show how the show progresses through rehearsals to allow people to see the difference by show time. Website address is website link
Butler and Housekeeper Tours
Event Date: 21-May-2011
Newport Newport NP10 8YW
phone: 01633 815880
Step back in time to 1895, where the Butler and Housekeeper (dressed in Victorian costume) take you on a tour of the House. Compare the rooms 'above' and 'below' stairs and walk through the attics where the servants slept as well as the kitchen and sculleries 'below'. The tour finishes with afternoon tea in the Brewhouse tearoom. Advance booking advised.
Our Churches Tell Stories Exhibition
Event Date: 21-May-2011 - 05-Jun-2011
on the A4086 Capel Curig Conwy LL24 0ET
phone: 01865 750067
Saints and Sinners, Dragons and Flying Snakes, Bards and Bandits, Princes and Fairies - the churches of the Conwy Valley have some fascinating tales to tell !
NGS - Coed-y-paen Village Gardens
Event Date: 22-May-2011
Pontypool Monmouthshire
phone:
Coed-y-paen is in a beautiful, undiscovered part of Monmouthshire with wonderful views. Eight-plus gardens to visit, from formal to quirky, humble to ambitious, newly established to mature, hilltop to forest clearing with inspiration for all. A very warm welcome awaits.
Chepstow Stampede
Event Date: 22-May-2011
Piercefield Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6BE
phone: 01291 622260
Be a part of the only Stampede in Wales! Set within the stunning grounds of Chepstow Racecourse and Piercefield Park, this is a Cross Country Run with an edge. Register online now to guarantee your place.
Signal Box Exhibition: Sue & Laurie Pickard
Event Date: 23-May-2011 - 29-May-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
Featuring fully-lined mohair jackets with applique, plus mohair sweaters and cardigans. Collectors' teddy bears, ties and bow-ties, silk scarves and a selection of other craftspeople's work.
Chepstow Bookshop - Time Team's Francis Pryor
Event Date: 25-May-2011
Lower Church Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5HJ
phone: 01291 625011
Francis Pryor talks about his new book "The Birth of Modern Britain: A Journey into Britain's Archaeological Past 1550 to the present".
Welsh Perry & Cider Festival 2011
Event Date: 27-May-2011 - 30-May-2011
Clytha Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 9BW
phone: 01495 240983
Annual showcase for the best of Welsh perrys and ciders with live music, camping and a great range of local food.
NGS - Penpergwm Lodge
Event Date: 28-May-2011 - 29-May-2011
Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 9AS
phone: 01873 840208
3-acre garden with Jubilee tower overlooking terraced ornamental garden containing canal, cascading water and new loggia at head of canal. South-facing terraces planted with rich profusion and vibrant colours all surrounded by spacious lawns and mature trees. New brick waisted tower. Some gravel paths.
Woodfest Wales
Event Date: 28-May-2011 - 30-May-2011
St Asaph Denbighshire LL17 0LH
phone: 01745 585 801
Woodfest Wales has grown into an annual event where people from all walks of life come together to `celebrate all things wood`.We will be offering three days of events including Chainsaw Carving Competitions, Lumberjack Competitions, Axe Racing, Pole Climbing, Horse Logging Competitions, Birds of Prey Displays and much more. 20+ chainsaw artists - will be competing to carve giant wooden sculptures, all of which will be available to purchase at our charity auction on Sunday. We will have an Arts Zone, Education zone, a Craft Fair, Food Fair and Childrens play areas and rides, there really is something for everyone at Woodfest Wales!
Study Sculpture Workshops: Sculpting the Head in Clay (Stage 1)
Event Date: 28-May-2011 - 30-May-2011
Molebutton Cottage, Cwm Lane, Govilon Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 9RY
phone: 01873 830410
Simon and Anna Cooley welcome you to their beautifully situated family home, 3 miles from Abergavenny, “gateway to the mountains”. Courses take place in Simon's traditional stone barn, and Anna provides delicious home style lunches and hospitality.
Butler and Housekeeper Tours
Event Date: 28-May-2011
Newport Newport NP10 8YW
phone: 01633 815880
Step back in time to 1895, where the Butler and Housekeeper (dressed in Victorian costume) take you on a tour of the House. Compare the rooms 'above' and 'below' stairs and walk through the attics where the servants slept as well as the kitchen and sculleries 'below'. The tour finishes with afternoon tea in the Brewhouse tearoom. Advance booking advised.
Caerleon Arts Festival and Rain or Shine Theatre Company presents 'Much Ado about Nothing' and Hog Roast
Event Date: 29-May-2011
Caerleon Newport NP18 1LT
phone: 01633 420468/422656
Hero loves Claudio, and he loves her… but will it all end happily? Beatrice loathes Benedick, and he loathes her… or do they? Don John hates everyone and plots much mischief and Don Pedro and Leonato desire joy for all. Who will succeed in their plans and who will fail? Welcome to the world of Shakespeare's comic classic -Much Ado About Nothing -where many things are not what they seem and the truth appears only after much trial and tribulation. Rain or Shine Theatre Company invite you to eavesdrop on a comedy about… eavesdropping. Relax and enjoy a tale that involves love, jealousy, revenge, silliness and acerbic wit!
Fairy Wand Hunt
Event Date: 30-May-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
Our fairies have lost their wands - your task is to find them.
Bank Holiday Family Fun Day
Event Date: 30-May-2011
Piercefield Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6BE
phone: 01291 622260
Fun packed days out for all the family with FREE entry for children under 16 and FREE children's entertainment! Children can explore an incredible Mini Zoo, meet our race day mascot Willie Winnit , have their faces painted and play on the days games and activities! Family tickets available!
Spring Bank Holiday - Pirates Day
Event Date: 30-May-2011
Newport Newport NP10 8YW
phone: 01633 815880
Ahoy there shipmates! Captain Morgan is recruiting for his next pirate adventure and he's looking for the best buccaneers in town. Follow the pirate trail around the stunning staterooms and meet all the different characters. Plenty of pirate games and activities, and prizes for the best-dressed young buccaneers that turn up.
Signal Box Exhibition: Jim Jenkins & Bridget Evans
Event Date: 30-May-2011 - 05-Jun-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
Jim will stage an exhibition of photography. Bridget's work includes a variety of subjects, including local landscapes. Mainly watercolours but some oils, pastels and ink work.
Football Hotshots Treasure Trail
Event Date: 31-May-2011
Tintern Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 7NX
phone: 01291 689566
Identify grounds, nicknames and clubs as you hunt all the shirts with the answers.
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