environmental events feb - july 2012

EventsEnvironmental

Digwyddiadau AmgylcheddolSwansea • Abertawe

February - July 2012Chwefror - Gorffennaf

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IntroductionThis is the first of two editions of the 2012 EnvironmentalEvents booklet and provides details of nearly 250 eventstaking place in and around Swansea from mid-February tothe end of July. These events include guided walks and cyclerides through some of the UK’s most beautiful countryside,and a wide range of talks, workshops and training coursesabout wildlife and environmental issues. There are also lotsof children’s activities in local nature reserves, in parks, onbeaches and in other interesting places. Most of the eventsare FREE or at low cost so everyone can get involved.

This booklet is compiled by the City and County of Swansea’sNature Conservation Team with the support of SwanseaEnvironmental Education Forum (SEEF) andfunding from the Countryside Council forWales. If you have relevant events for thesecond edition, which will cover the periodfrom June to December 2012, then pleasecontact the Nature Conservation Team(contact details below).

Please note that information on events run byother organisations is published in good faithand the City and County of Swansea cannot beheld responsible for inaccuracies. For furtherinformation on local organisations, pleaserefer to the contact list at the back of thebooklet. Additional events may also be listedon their websites.

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City and County of Swansea Nature Conservation TeamTel: 01792 635777 Email: [email protected]: www.swansea.gov.uk/natureconservationteam


CyflwyniadDyma'r un cyntaf o ddau rifyn o lyfryn DigwyddiadauAmgylcheddol 2012 ac mae'n cynnwys manylion ambron 250 o ddigwyddiadau a gynhelir yn Abertawea'r cylch o ganol mis Chwefror i ddiwedd misGorffennaf. Mae'r digwyddiadau hyn yn cynnwysteithiau cerdded tywys, teithiau beicio drwyardaloedd gwledig sydd ymhlith y rhai harddaf yn yDU ac amrywiaeth eang o sgyrsiau, gweithdai achyrsiau hyfforddi am faterion bywyd gwyllt a'ramgylchedd. Mae llawer o weithgareddau i blanthefyd mewn gwarchodfeydd natur lleol, mewnparciau, ar draethau ac mewn lleoedd diddoroleraill. Mae'r rhan fwyaf o'r digwyddiadau AM DDIMneu'n rhad fel y gall pawb gymryd rhan.

Cyhoeddir y llyfryn hwn gan Dîm Cadwraeth Natur Dinas a SirAbertawe gyda chymorth Fforwm Addysg AmgylcheddolAbertawe ac arian gan Gyngor Cefn Gwlad Cymru. Os ydychyn cynnal digwyddiadau perthnasol i'w cynnwys yn yr ail rifyn,ar gyfer y cyfnod rhwng Mehefin a Rhagfyr 2012, cysylltwchâ'r Tîm Cadwraeth Natur (gweler y manylion cyswllt isod).

Sylwer bod gwybodaeth am ddigwyddiadau a gynhelir gansefydliadau eraill yn cael ei chyhoeddi'n ddidwyll ac ni fyddDinas a Sir Abertawe'n derbyn cyfrifoldeb am unrhyw wallau.I gael mwy o wybodaeth am sefydliadau lleol, gweler y rhestrgyswllt ar ddiwedd y llyfryn. Mae'n bosib y rhestrirdigwyddiadau ychwanegol ar eu gwefannau.

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Tîm Cadwraeth Natur Dinas a Sir AbertaweFfôn: 01792 635777 E-bost: [email protected]: www.abertawe.gov.uk/natureconservationteam


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Biodiversityin SwanseaThe City and County of Swansea’snatural environment is of outstandingquality and beauty.

The diversity oflandscapes and habitatsincludes upland moorland,coastal cliffs, sandy beaches,heathland, woodland, wetlands,river valleys, grasslands, sand dunes andestuaries. These habitats, together with the manyhistoric parks and gardens, pockets of urbangreen-space and large areas of farmland, support ahuge diversity of plant and animal species and make Swansea one of the most attractive and ecologically diverse counties in the UK.

There are, however, many threats to Swansea’s wonderfulbiodiversity, such as lack of awareness, inappropriatemanagement, recreational pressure, invasive species,pollution, climate change and development.

To find out more about biodiversity in Swansea and what youcan do to help, visit: www.biodiversitywales.org.uk orwww.swansea.gov.uk/natureconservationteam

Countryside ConnectionsThis year sees the launch of Countryside Connections – anexciting new initiative that will enable people and communitiesacross rural Swansea to get hands-on with the conservationand enhancement of Swansea’s rural environment.

Swansea’s natural heritage needs protecting and looking afterbut it’s a big job! So, imagine if you and other local people hadthe skills and know-how to keep an eye on and look after thewildlife sites near where you live. Well, that’s what CountrysideConnections is all about – connecting people to the countrysideand helping them to appreciate, care for and enjoy it.

The project will provide training and volunteering opportunitiesincluding countryside management, wardening, ecologicalmonitoring, and crafts at a variety of rural sites.

Countryside Connections is part-funded through the RuralDevelopment Plan for Wales 2007-2013 which is funded by theWelsh Government and the European Union.

If you’d like to know more on how to get involved [email protected], or call 01792 636893.


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Bioamrywiaeth yn AbertaweMae amgylcheddnaturiol Dinas a Sir Abertawe oansawdd aharddwch eithriadol.

Mae'r tirweddau a'rcynefinoedd yn amrywio oweundiroedd uchel, clogwyni arfordirol, traethau tywod,rhostiroedd, coetiroedd, gwlyptiroedd, dyffrynnoedd afonydd,glaswelltiroedd, twyni tywod ac aberoedd. Mae'r cynefinoeddhyn, ynghyd â'r parciau a gerddi hanesyddol niferus, pocedi ofannau gwyrdd yn y ddinas ac ardaloedd mawr o dir amaeth,yn cynnal amrywiaeth enfawr o rywogaethau planhigion acanifeiliaid sy'n golygu bod Abertawe ymhlith siroedd mwyafdeniadol ac ecolegol amrywiol y DU.

Fodd bynnag, mae llawer o elfennau'n bygwthbioamrywiaeth ryfeddol Abertawe, megis diffygymwybyddiaeth, rheolaeth amhriodol, pwysau ganweithgareddau hamdden, rhywogaethau ymledol, llygredd,newid yn yr hinsawdd a datblygu.

I gael mwy o wybodaeth am fioamrywiaeth a'r hyn y gallwchei wneud i helpu, ewch i: www.biodiversitywales.org.uk neuwww.abertawe.gov.uk/natureconservationteam

Cysylltiadau Cefn GwladEleni caiff Cysylltiadau Cefn Gwlad ei lansio - menter newyddgyffrous a fydd yn rhoi cyfle i bobl a chymunedau ar drawsAbertawe wledig gymryd rhan yn y gwaith o gadw a gwellaamgylchedd gwledig Abertawe.

Mae angen amddiffyn treftadaeth naturiol Abertawe a gofaluamdani ond mae'r dasg yn enfawr! Felly, dychmygwchsefyllfa lle byddech chi a phobl leol eraill yn meddu ar ysgiliau a'r wybodaeth i gadw llygad ar safleoedd bywydgwyllt yn eich cymdogaeth a gofalu amdanynt. Dyna hanfodCysylltiadau Cefn Gwlad - cysylltu pobl â chefn gwlad a'uhelpu i'w werthfawrogi, gofalu amdano a'i fwynhau.

Bydd y prosiect yn darparu hyfforddiant a chyfleoedd gwirfoddoli,gan gynnwys rheoli cefn gwlad, gwaith warden, monitro ecolegola chrefftau, mewn amrywiaeth o safleoedd gwledig.

Ariennir Cysylltiadau Cefn Gwlad yn rhannol gan GynllunDatblygu Gwledig Cymru 2007-2012 a ariennir gan LywodraethCymru a'r Undeb Ewropeaidd.

Os hoffech chi wybod mwy am sut i gymryd rhan, [email protected] neu ffoniwch l 01792 636893.


Everyone WelcomeMost events listed in this booklet are open to anyone. Please always be considerate to others and the environment– remember the countryside code and use sustainable travelwhere possible.

Cancellations: The event leader will usually be at the start ofan event even if it has been cancelled due to poor weather orother circumstances. To avoid unnecessary journeys, youmay wish to call in advance.

Disability: If you have a visual, hearing or mobility disabilityand need further details in order to join in some of theseevents, please contact the organiser for more information.

Dogs:Dogs are not allowed at many events, especiallycountryside walks. Please call event leader to check.

Car Parking: Not all walks or other events start fromrecognised car parks. Please be considerate when parkingand take care not to obstruct gates, other vehicles, etc.

Sustainable Travel:Many of the events inthis booklet can be accessed using publictransport or cycling. For bus routes andtimetables please contact: Traveline Cymruat www.traveline-cymru.info or on 0871 200 2233 or visit the BayTrans website www.baytrans.org.uk

Croeso i BawbMae croeso i unrhyw un gymryd rhan yn yrhan fwyaf o'r digwyddiadau a restrir yma. Cofiwch fod ynystyriol o bobl eraill a'r amgylchedd bob tro - cofiwch y côdcefn gwlad a defnyddiwch gludiant cynaliadwy lle bo modd.

Canslo: Fel arfer bydd arweinydd y digwyddiad yn bresennolar ddechrau digwyddiad, hyd yn oed os yw wedi cael ei ganslooherwydd tywydd gwael neu amgylchiadau eraill. I osgoiteithiau diangen, mae'n syniad i chi ffonio ymlaen llaw.

Anabledd:Os oes gennych nam ar eich golwg neu'ch clywneu anabledd symudedd ac mae angen mwy o fanylionarnoch er mwyn cymryd rhan yn rhai o'r digwyddiadau hyn,cysylltwch â'r trefnydd am fwy o wybodaeth.

Cwn:Ni chaniateir cwn mewn llawer o ddigwyddiadau, yn arbennig ar deithiau cerdded yng nghefn gwlad.Cysylltwch ag arweinydd y digwyddiad i gadarnhau hyn.

Meysydd Parcio:Nid yw pob taith gerdded neu ddigwyddiadaueraill yn dechrau o faes parcio cydnabyddedig. Byddwch ynystyriol wrth barcio a sicrhewch nad ydych yn rhwystro gatiau,cerbydau eraill etc.

Cludiant Cynaliadwy:Gellir mynd i lawer o'r digwyddiadau syddyn y daflen hon trwy ddefnyddio cludiant cyhoeddus neu feicio.I gael llwybrau ac amserlenni bysus, cysylltwch â TravelineCymru trwy fynd i www.traveline-cymru.info neu ffoniwch 0871 200 2233 neu ewch i wefan BayTrans www.baytrans.org.uk

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Local ProduceMarketsHere are the basic details ofeight regular local producemarkets in Swansea. There arebrief entries at relevant dateseach month and details of anyspecial events.

Clydach Local Produceand Craft MarketLast Saturday of month, 10am–1pmThe Moose Hall, Beryl Street, ClydachLocal produce and craftsincluding cakes, fruit and veg,cheese, honey, jams and chutney.For further information contactHelen Hinder, 07707 787791

Gorseinon Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of month,9.30am–1pmCanolfan Gorseinon Centre,Millers Drive, GorseinonLocally produced food, arts and crafts.For further information contactSian Day, 01792 893266 orShirley Price, 01792 229123

Llangennith LocalProduce MarketLast Saturday of month, April toSeptember, 9.30am–1pmLlangennith Hall,Llangennith, GowerMarket with vegetables, meat,produce and crafts for sale.For further information contactCatherine Evans, 01792 386262

Mumbles LocalProduce MarketSecond Saturday of month,9am–1pmThe Dairy Car Park,Oystermouth Square, MumblesLocal produce market and acelebration of Welsh food. For further information contactRobin Bonham, 01792 405169

Penclawdd Local Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of month,9.30am–12.30pmPenclawdd CommunityCentre, PenclawddLocal produce market includingfresh Gower vegetables, freshfish and meat, dairy products,crafts, etc.For further information contactDave Williams, 01792 850162

Pennard Produce MarketUsually second Sunday ofmonth, 9.30am–12.30pmPennard Community Centre, PennardLocal vegetable produce, freshfish and meat, and dairy products.For further information contactMark Smith, 01792 232093

Pontarddulais LocalProduce MarketSecond Wednesday of month,9.30am–12.30pmInstitute, St Teilo’s Street,PontarddulaisLocal fresh produce and craftsand small cafe. For further information contactGail John, 01792 885890

Sketty Local Produce and Craft MarketFirst Saturday of month,9.30am–12.30pmBishop Gore School canteen, De la Beche Road, SkettyFresh fruit, vegetables, cheese,meats, and crafts for sale. For further information contactDave Williams, 01792 850162

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February / ChwefrorFRI 17TH FEBRUARY BIRD BOX MAKING WORKSHOPMEET 10.30am–12noon and 1–4pm, National Wetland Centre

Wales, LlanelliCONTACT WWT, 01554 741087DETAILS Drop in to make your very own bird box to take home

and put in your garden. Receive expert one-to-oneinstruction to help you complete your box. Workshopcost is £5 per bird box. Usual admission fees also apply.

FRI 17TH FEBRUARY NATIONAL NEST BOX PROJECTMEET 1–3pm, White Rock Car Park, Pentrechwyth Road,

Bonymaen, SwanseaCONTACT Lea Halborg, Nature Conservation Team, 01792 635749DETAILS Drop in to make bird nest boxes to be put up on Kilvey

Hill. All tools and materials provided. Please wearsuitable clothing and footwear. Individuals, families andaccompanied children are welcome. A Swansea NatureNetwork event to mark BTO National Nest Box Week.

FRI 17TH FEBRUARY BIRDS OF NORTHERN INDIAMEET 7.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Russell Evans, RSPB, 07977 258158DETAILS Talk by Alan Rosney. Entry £1. Tea, coffee and biscuits

available after the talk for 50p. Visitors are welcome.

SAT 18TH FEBRUARY PENCLAWDD LOCAL PRODUCE & CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 18TH FEBRUARY FAMILY WORK DAY AT THE FARMMEET 10am–3.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams or Kate Gibbs, 01792 578384DETAILS Take part in the running of a small working Farm.

Activities include animal care, organic gardening,healthy cooking, basic construction, farm maintenanceand much more. Children under 8yrs must beaccompanied by a responsible adult. Please wearsuitable clothing. Fee £2 per person. Book in advance.

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SUN 19TH FEBRUARY BIRD BOX MAKING WORKSHOPRepeat activity. See details for Fri 17th February.

FRI 24TH FEBRUARY GOWER ORNITHOLOGICAL SOCIETY TALKMEET 7.15pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jeremy Douglas-Jones, Gower Ornithological Society,

01792 551331DETAILS A talk on wildlife conservation by Paul Llewellyn.

SAT 25TH FEBRUARY CLYDACH LOCAL PRODUCE & CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 25TH & SUN 26TH FEBRUARY URBAN PERMACULTURE COURSEMEET 10am, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Hannah Mitchell, Environment Centre, 01792 480200DETAILS Learn how to apply the permaculture design system in

an urban setting e.g. for garden design, sustainableenergy systems, community design and even life plans.A weekend course run by Coedenfach. £40 fee for thetwo days includes tea and coffee, but not lunch.Booking essential.

SAT 25TH FEBRUARY CONSERVATION DAY AT THE FARMMEET 10am–3.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams, Child and Youth Officer, 01792 578384DETAILS Take part in seasonal conservation tasks at the Farm

and neighbouring woodland and heathland sites: path clearance, fence repair, coppicing, speciesidentification, fruit picking, bramble bashing, litterpicks and much more. Includes light refreshments. For ages 8-16 years, fee £1 per person.

SAT 25TH FEBRUARY RAMBLE AND RUGBYMEET 11am, Joiners Arms, Three Crosses, SwanseaCONTACT Peris, Swansea Outdoor Group, 07926 165768DETAILS Admire the sights of north-east Gower on this 6 mile

winter ramble from Three Crosses to the Blue Anchorand Wernbwll, getting back to the Poundffald orJoiners Arms in time to enjoy the England v Walesrugby match. Bring a packed lunch, your rugby jerseyand money for a drink or two.

SAT 25TH FEBRUARY WALK TO THE WORMMEET 11.30am–4pm, call for further detailsCONTACT National Trust, 01792 390636DETAILS Discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island

at the far end of Rhossili. Booking is essential. Cost is £4 adult, £2 child.

SUN 26TH FEBRUARY BIRDWATCHING AT WILDLIFE CENTREMEET 10am–1pm, Blackpill Wildlife Centre, Blackpill, SwanseaCONTACT Maggie Cornelius, RSPB, 01792 229244DETAILS Join members of RSPB West Glamorgan group

birdwatching across Swansea Bay SSSI. Open to members and public.

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MON 27TH FEBRUARY TO SUN 11TH MARCH FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHTSwansea Fair TradeForum has arranged avaried programme oflocal activities to markthe annual nationalcampaign, includingfair trade fashion show,a walk along theSwansea Bay FairTrade Way, and aFairtrade Evening atTapestri Café Bar. Fair trade information and product stalls willbe set up in local venues on the following days:

Tue 28th February: Christwell Church, Manselton Road,Manselton, 10am–12noon and 6.30–8.30pm

Wed 29th February: Oystermouth Library, Dunns Lane, Mumbles, 10.30am–4pm

Fri 2nd March: Pontarddulais Library, St Michael's Avenue,Pontarddulais, 10am–1pm and 2–4pm

Thu 8th March: Townhill Library, Phoenix Centre, Powys Avenue, Townhill, 2–4pm

Fri 9th March: Gorseinon Library, West Street, Gorseinon, 10am–4pm

Visit www.fairtradeswansea.org.uk or contact Jenny Edwards on 01792 480200 for a full programme and booking details.

MON 27TH FEBRUARY FAIRTRADE COFFEE MORNINGMEET 10am–12.30pm, Oxfam shop, Union Street, SwanseaCONTACT Clare Bennett, Oxfam, 01792 654287DETAILS Kick off Fairtrade Fortnight with a visit to the Oxfam

shop on Union Street for a cup of Fairtrade coffee.

TUE 28TH FEBRUARY ‘JOURNEY’ EXHIBITION AND DISCUSSIONMEET 7pm, Oxfam Bookshop, Castle Street, SwanseaCONTACT Phil Broadhurst, Oxfam, 01269 596933DETAILS Swansea artist Josie Mackenzie will be exhibiting and

discussing a textile piece she has created which tracesthe journey of tea from Sri Lanka to our kitchens. This will then be on display at the Oxfam Bookshopthroughout Fairtrade Fortnight.

WED 29TH FEBRUARY LEAP YEAR WALKMEET 7.30pm, Joiners Arms, BishopstonCONTACT Wyn, Swansea Outdoor Group, 01792 470886DETAILS Join the Swansea Outdoor Group for a 3 mile evening

walk in Gower to mark the Leap Day, ending back atthe Joiners Arms for a drink. Please bring a torch.

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March / MawrthTHU 1ST MARCH ST DAVID’S DAY AT THE FARMMEET 10am–3.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Kate Gibbs, Volunteer and Training Officer, 01792 578384DETAILS A fun-filled family day celebrating ‘Dydd Gwyl Dewi’.

Activities will include Welsh cooking demonstrationsand a chance to try your hand at traditional arts andcrafts, to practice your Welsh language and maybe tryfolk dancing. Fee £2 per person.

FRI 2ND MARCH FUNKY FAIR TRADE FASHION SHOWMEET 6pm, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Angela Payne, YMCA Wales, 07919 626629DETAILS Models will show off a range of fair trade clothing and

accessories, set to an imaginative backdrop of graffitiart, with a live DJ and rap soundtrack. Opportunity ofsampling and buying fair trade goodies. Proceeds tothe Joshua Foundation. Tickets: £5.50 (adults), £3.50(children) includes a cup of Fairtrade tea or coffee.

SAT 3RD MARCH ANIMAL HUSBANDRY COURSEMEET 10am–12.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams, Child and Youth Officer, 01792 578384DETAILS Learn about a different animal each month and gain

hands-on practical experience on how to handle andcare for the animals. Handling of the animals andsome written work are a requirement of the course.Suitable for 8–16 year olds. Course runs every monthto September and can be joined at any time. Fee £2 perperson per session.

SAT 3RD MARCH SWANSEA BAY FAIR TRADE WAYMEET 11am, Oxfam Bookshop, Castle Street, SwanseaCONTACT Phil Broadhurst, Oxfam, 01269 596933DETAILS A walk from the Oxfam Bookshop along the seafront to

Red Cafe in Mumbles for a Fairtrade lunch. Bring alonga flask of Fairtrade drink or stop at one of the Fairtradecafes along the way. Energy-boosting Fairtradebananas will be given to all walkers.

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SAT 3RD MARCH SKETTY LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 3RD MARCH NORDIC WALKINGMEET 11am & 1.30pm, National Wetland Centre Wales, LlanelliCONTACT WWT, 01554 741087DETAILS Trained walkers and complete beginners welcome.

Poles can be provided. Usual admission fees apply.

SAT 3RD MARCH MAKE AND MEND: WELSH CUSHIONSMEET 1.30pm, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS Monthly ‘upcycling’ workshop for adults. This month

create your own cushion taking inspiration from theworld-renowned Welsh textile industry. All abilitieswelcome. Costs £3.50 and advance booking requiredfrom 6th February.

SAT 3RD MARCH INTRODUCTION TO WILLOW WEAVINGMEET 2pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT The Environment Centre, 01792 480200DETAILS Learn the ancient art of willow weaving in this

enjoyable and relaxing workshop. Make simple stars,butterflies, flowers, woven hearts, or even a smallframe basket. Cost £10 per person, including allmaterials. Numbers limited, booking essential.

SUN 4TH MARCH MORNING WALK IN LLIW VALLEYMEET 10am, lower Lliw Valley reservoir car park, FelindreCONTACT Marlay John, RSPB, 01792 816250DETAILS A morning walk around the Lliw Valley reservoirs.

Beginners and new members welcome. Warmweatherproof clothing and boots may be necessary.Please leave dogs at home. Walks are undertaken atyour own risk.

SUN 4TH MARCH ROSEHILL QUARRY TASK DAYMEET 10am–12noon, Rosehill Quarry, Terrace Road,

Mount Pleasant, SwanseaCONTACT Jannie Cherry, Rosehill Quarry Group, 01792 477863DETAILS Help maintain this beautiful open space and wildlife

area with spectacular views over Swansea Bay.

THU 8TH MARCH EVENING BAT WALKMEET 6–7pm, National Wetland

Centre Wales, LlanelliCONTACT WWT, 01554 741087DETAILS Join us for a dusk walk

around the MillenniumWetlands using batdetectors to find andidentify different speciesof bats as part of Marchmammal month. Bookingessential. £2 per person.


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FRI 9TH MARCH FAIRTRADE EVENING AT TAPESTRIMEET 7pm, Tapestri, Orchard Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jenny Edwards, Swansea Fair Trade Forum,

01792 480200DETAILS Enjoy a fairly-sourced buffet with fair trade ingredients,

wine, juice, tea and coffee. Chance to meet a Fairtradebanana producer. Supported by Co-operativeMembership. £5 each to be booked in advance and paidby 23rd February.

SAT 10TH MARCH GORSEINON FOOD AND CRAFT FAYRERegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 10TH MARCH MUMBLES LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 10TH MARCH FARM CLWBMEET 10am–12.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams, Child and Youth Officer, 01792 578384DETAILS Become a young farmer for the day helping to feed the

animals, muck out their pens and carry out other sitetasks like organic gardening, basic construction, farmmaintenance, composting and much more. Includeslight refreshments. Fee £1 per person. Ages 8-16 years.

SAT 10TH MARCH KITES AND DIPPERS: NEW SPRING LIFEMEET 10am, Welfare Hall, Craig Cefn ParcCONTACT Vicky Rees, 01792 846443DETAILS All about new life and a wild art competition. Open to

members of the Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers RSPBGroup, for children aged 8-18 years. Non-memberswelcome but please call first.

SUN 11TH MARCH PENNARD PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SUN 11TH MARCH SPRING WALKMEET 10–11.30am, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellCONTACT Karen Jones, 01792 361703DETAILS A guided walk to look for the first signs of Spring and

other magical discoveries at Bishop’s Wood.

SUN 11TH MARCH BIRDWATCHING AT WILDLIFE CENTRERepeat event. See details for Sun 26th February.

TUE 13TH MARCH 100 YEARS OF THE WILDLIFE TRUST’S GOWER RESERVESMEET 7.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jo Mullett, Wildlife Trust Local Group, 01792 635784DETAILS Celebrate the centenary of Wildlife Trust’s nature

reserves in Gower and the inspirational work ofCharles Rothschild, pioneer of nature conservation inBritain. A talk by local group chairman and wildlifeexpert David Painter.

WED 14TH MARCH PONTARDDULAIS LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.


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WED 14TH MARCH GARDENERS’ QUESTION TIMEMEET 7pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jayne Vickrage, Swansea Organic Gardening Group,

01792 869098DETAILS An informal evening in the format of the popular BBC

radio programme with a panel of our own organicgardeners with a broad knowledge that coverspermaculture practice and up-to-date organic techniquesfor plants and produce. £1 admission for non-members.

FRI 16TH MARCH RSPB SOCIAL AND QUIZ NIGHTMEET 7.30–9.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Maggie Cornelius, RSPB, 01792 229244DETAILS An RSPB West Glamorgan Group event.

Entry £2.00 (includes cheese and wine).

SAT 17TH MARCH PENCLAWDD LOCAL PRODUCE & CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 17TH MARCH FAMILY WORK DAY AT THE FARMRegular event. See details for Sat 18th February.

SAT 17TH MARCH YOUNG MEMBERS’ BIRD WATCHINGMEET 11am–12noon, National Wetland Centre Wales, LlanelliCONTACT WWT, 01554 741087DETAILS For WWT young members only, and their families.

Includes identifying birds by their calls and looking outfor spring migrants. Each session will build on theskills and knowledge gained in previous sessions.

SAT 17TH MARCH OWL PELLET DISSECTING WORKSHOPMEET 1–3pm, National Wetland Centre Wales, LlanelliCONTACT WWT, 01554 741087DETAILS Find out which mammals the local owls have been

eating by examining their pellets and identifying tinybones. Part of March mammal month. Usualadmission fees apply.

TUE 20TH MARCH BEEKEEPING COURSEMEET 7–9pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Chris Jones, Animal and Conservation Officer,

01792 578384DETAILS A 10 week course teaching everything you need to

know aboutbees. Coursecosts £45 perperson andincludespracticalsessions in theFarm’s apiaryand harvestingyour own honeyat the end of thecourse. Bookingessential.


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THU 22ND MARCH WORLD WATER DAY EVENTMEET 1.30pm, outside Swansea Central Library, Civic Centre.CONTACT Lea Halborg, Nature Conservation Team, 01792 635749DETAILS Learn about the importance of our oceans while creating

sea sculptures from natural materials on our shoreline.Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. All tools andmaterials provided. Ideal for families and accompaniedchildren. A Communities and Nature event.

FRI 23RD MARCH AROUND TEALHAM MOOR TALKMEET 7.15pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jeremy Douglas-Jones, Gower Ornithological Society,

01792 551331DETAILS Talk by Robin Williams about Tealham Moor, Somerset.

SAT 24TH MARCH CONSERVATION DAY AT THE FARMRegular event. See details for Sat 25th February.

SUN 25TH MARCH FAMILY FUN DAYMEET 10am–1pm, Blackpill Wildlife Centre,

Blackpill, SwanseaCONTACT Jannie Cherry, Rosehill Quarry Group, 01792 477863DETAILS Free family event where you can discover your local

environment with a range of engaging activities andinformation. A collaborative event hosted by localvoluntary groups such as RSPB, Coeden Fach TreeNursery and Rosehill Quarry. Also in association withThe Junction Cafe.

SUN 25TH MARCH SWANSEA CANAL MIDI CLEAN UPMEET 10am, Castle Hotel Car Park, High Street, PontardaweCONTACT Jude Biss, Swansea Canal Society, 0844 2094548DETAILS Help clean up the environment for a few hours in

and along the Swansea Canal. Everyone welcome. All children must be accompanied by a responsibleperson. Registration forms need to be completed priorto getting down and dirty. Long sleeves/trousers,gloves and sensible footwear needed. Some waderswill be available.

SUN 25TH MARCH WATER VOLE TALKMEET 2pm, National Wetland Centre Wales, LlanelliCONTACT WWT, 01554 741087DETAILS Find out about our resident water voles, one of only

two populations in the whole of Wales. Learn abouthow we manage the reserve to help them. Part ofMarch mammal month. Usual admission fees apply.

SAT 31ST MARCH EASTER HOLIDAY FAMILY FUNMEET 9.30am–5pm, National Wetland Centre Wales, LlanelliCONTACT WWT, 01554 741087DETAILS Family fun every day in the Easter holidays, including

Easter egg hunts (until 8th April), pond dipping andcraft activities. Normal admission fees apply.


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SAT 31ST MARCH KITES AND DIPPERS: ALL ABOUT BADGERSMEET 10am, Welfare Hall, Craig Cefn ParcCONTACT Vicky Rees, 01792 846443DETAILS Learn all about the life of badgers and celebrate

Kites and Dippers first birthday. Open to members of the Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers RSPB Group, for children aged 8–18 years. Non-members welcome but please call first.

SAT 31ST MARCH CLYDACH LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 31ST MARCH EARTH HOURMEET 10am–3.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams, Child and Youth Office, 01792 578384DETAILS ‘Earth Hour’ is a worldwide day for saving energy.

Come along to the Farm and get hints and tips onsaving energy and exploring alternative ways of usingenergy such as cooking on an open fire rather thanusing gas, making windmills and rainwater harvestsystem, and composting. No entrance fee butdonations gratefully appreciated.

SAT 31ST MARCH BOOK SWAP, STORYTELLING AND BOOK CRAFTSMEET 11am–4pm, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS Offload unwanted books and find a different collection

in exchange. All books should be in good, readablecondition and a book for a book token system will be in place. In partnership with Oxfam Bookshop.Storytelling and bookmark craft workshop from 1pm to 3pm.


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April / EbrillSUN 1ST APRIL ROSEHILL QUARRY TASK DAYRegular event. See details for Sun 4th March.

SUN 1ST APRIL BOOK SWAP, STORYTELLING AND BOOK CRAFTSRepeat event. See entry for 31st March.

SUN 1ST TO SUN 15TH APRIL WOOLLEN MILL ACTIVITIESMEET 11am–3pm, Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill, GowerCONTACT Gower Heritage Centre, 01792 371206DETAILS Learn all about the process of turning fleece into

fabric. Have a go at spinning or carding fleece, join afelt-making class and see weaving demonstrations.

MON 2ND APRIL TO SAT 26TH MAY 30 YEARS OF THE GREEN MOVEMENT Free exhibition at the Environment Centre, Pier Street,Swansea, chronicling the history of the Green Movementand featuring rare posters and fliers from the past. Comealong and see what memories they evoke. The EnvironmentCentre is open 10am-4pm Monday to Friday, but please call ahead on 01792 480200 to check access availability as room may be in use.

TUE 3RD APRIL EASTER EGG HUNTMEET 10.30–11.30am, Cwmdonkin Park, Uplands, SwanseaCONTACT Parks Development Team, 01792 635485DETAILS Participants must be aged 5–11 years old.

Book in advance at www.swansea.gov.uk/jpr as places are limited.

TUE 3RD APRIL PENMAEN BURROWS WALKMEET 2.45pm, car park by bus stop, Penmaen, GowerCONTACT Mike Scott, Gower AONB Team, 01792 635741DETAILS An easy 1hr walk to Penmaen Burrows, with

spectacular views over Three Cliffs Bay and Tor Bay.Please bring appropriate footwear and weatherproofclothing. Accessible by bus from Swansea (Gower Explorer 118).

THU 5TH APRIL BIRD WATCH IN BRYNMILL PARKMEET 10.30–11.30am, Discovery Centre,

Brynmill Park, SwanseaCONTACT Parks Development Team, 01792 635485DETAILS Participants must be aged 5–11 years old.


THU 5TH APRIL PETAL PICTURES IN THE PARKMEET 1.30–2.30pm, Ty'r Blodau, Singleton Park, SwanseaCONTACT Parks Development Team, 01792 635485DETAILS Participants must be aged 5–11 years old.



SAT 7TH APRIL SKETTY LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 7TH APRIL ANIMAL HUSBANDRY COURSERegular event. See details for Sat 3rd March.

SAT 7TH APRIL THREE CLIFFS COASTAL FLOWERS WALKMEET 11am–1.30pm, NT car park, Southgate, GowerCONTACT National Trust, 01792 390636DETAILS Enjoy the beautiful spring flowers and stroll along the

cliffs from Southgate, taking in amazing views of ThreeCliffs Bay. Booking essential. Cost is £3 adult, £1.50 child.

SAT 7TH APRIL EASTER TRAILMEET 11am–3pm, NT car park, Southgate, GowerCONTACT National Trust, 01792 390636DETAILS Hunt along the cliffs for clues to win an Easter egg.

Booking not essential. Cost is £1.50 per child.

SAT 7TH APRIL MAKE AND MEND: VINTAGE PHOTOS & POSTCARDSMEET 1.30pm, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS Monthly ‘upcycling’ workshop for adults. This month, using

found vintage photos, photographic paraphernalia and oldpostcards, we will make gift tags, decoupage pieces orsmall wall hangings. All abilities welcome. Costs £3.50and advance booking required from 5th March.

SAT 7TH APRIL KILVEY EASTER EGG HUNTMEET 2pm, Llanerch Road, Bonymaen, SwanseaCONTACT Marian, Kilvey Community Woodland Volunteers,

07988 721613DETAILS A family walk in the Kilvey Hill woodland with an

Easter theme. Children must be accompanied by aresponsible adult. Wear suitable clothing and footwear.

TUE 10TH APRIL BUILD A BEETLE CASTLEMEET 10.30–11.30am, Cwmdonkin Park, Uplands, SwanseaCONTACT Parks Development Team, 01792 635485DETAILS Participants must be aged 5–11 years old.


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TUE 10TH APRIL CLIMATE CHANGE AND WELSH BIRDSMEET 7.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jo Mullett, Wildlife Trust Local Group, 01792 635784DETAILS Find out the RSPB’s perspective on climate change and

its likely future impact on bird species and populationsin Wales. Talk by Peter Jones, RSPB Cymru.

WED 11TH APRIL PONTARDDULAIS LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

WED 11TH APRIL MUMBLES HILL MUTT STRUTMEET 10am, Castlemare car park, Bracelet Bay, MumblesCONTACT Lea Halborg, Nature Conservation Team, 01792 635749DETAILS Join us with your four-legged friend for a morning walk

and talk around Mumbles Hill. Warm clothing and bootsmay be needed. Dogs will need to be kept on a lead.Organisers will be easily identifiable with reflectivejackets. Pay and display car parking. A Swansea NatureNetwork event to mark National Pet Month.

WED 11TH APRIL ORGANIC PEST CONTROLMEET 7pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jayne Vickrage, Swansea Organic Gardening Group,

01792 869098DETAILS A talk on how to control garden pests organically.

Everyone welcome.

THU 12TH APRIL SPRING POND INVESTIGATIONMEET 1–4pm, Brynmill Park, SwanseaCONTACT Steve Hopkins, 01792 205327DETAILS Find out what is springing back to life in Brynmill Lake.

A free event suitable for families and individuals.

SAT 14TH APRIL GORSEINON FOOD AND CRAFT FAYRERegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 14TH APRIL BIRDSONG RECOGNITION IN CLYNE WOODSMEET 9.30am, cyle track car park, DunvantCONTACT Bob Tallack, Gower Ornithological Society, 01792 204031DETAILS A walk through Clyne Woods to learn more about

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SAT 14TH APRIL MUMBLES LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 14TH APRIL FARM CLWBRegular event. See details for Sat 10th March.

SAT 14TH APRIL NORTH GOWER EASTER EGGCASE HUNT ANDSTRANDLINE SURVEYMEET 10am, Cwm Ivy car park, Llanmadoc, GowerCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS Join marine biologist Judith Oakley and take part in

an eggcase hunt for shark and ray eggcases alongthe strandline at Whiteford Point, North Gower.Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Be prepared for a 20 minute walk from car park tobeach. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Free event but booking essential.

SAT 14TH TO SUN 15TH APRIL PRACTICAL WOODSMAN COURSEMEET Contact for time and locationCONTACT Dryad Bushcraft, 01792 547213DETAILS A two-day course designed for those with little or no

previous Bushcraft experience, starting with anintroduction to the safe use of the knife, saw and axe,and progressing through a range of skills based onwilderness survival. Course fee £190 adults, £160 concessions.

SUN 15TH APRIL PENNARD PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SUN 15TH APRIL MORNING WALK IN PONTARDAWE RIVERSIDE PARKNATURE RESERVEMEET 10am, Riverside Park Car Park, PontardaweCONTACT Marlay John, RSPB, 01792 816250DETAILS A morning walk

along thecanalside andwoodland paths.Beginners andnew memberswelcome. Warmweatherproofclothing and bootsmay be necessary.Please leave dogsat home. Walks are undertaken at your own risk.

SUN 15TH APRIL LANGLAND BEACH CLEAN AND LITTER SURVEYMEET 10.30am, car park by tennis courts, Langland, GowerCONTACT Lou Luddington, Marine Conservation Society,

07848 464 700DETAILS Volunteers welcome to help clean Langland beach.

This MSC Beachwatch event is free and will run for up to 2hrs depending on amount of litter present. Children must be accompanied by adults. All equipment will be provided.


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SAT 21ST APRIL PENCLAWDD LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 21ST APRIL CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL GARLIC DAYMEET 10am–3.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams or Kate Gibbs, 01792 578384DETAILS Find out all about the wonders of garlic, from the

health benefits to how to use it in cooking. If you are agarlic lover, then this is definitely the event for you.Suitable for the whole family (children under 8yrs mustbe accompanied by a responsible adult). Places mustbe booked in advance. Fee £2 per person.

SAT 21ST APRIL YOUNG MEMBERS BIRD WATCHINGRepeat event. See entry for 17th March.

SUN 22ND APRIL CREATIVE JOURNALING IN THE WOODSMEET 10am–4pm, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellCONTACT Karen Jones, 01792 361703DETAILS Discover your creative potential using words, paper,

artist supplies, and natural materials we find in thewoods. There will be creative activities designed to giveyou the space for self-reflection and expression in thenatural environment. No previous artistic or literaryskills needed. Only twelve places available so bookearly. Not suitable for young children.

FRI 27TH APRIL BIRDSONG RECOGNITION IN PANT-Y-SAIS FENMEET 6.30am, reserve car park between Jersey Marine

and LlandarcyCONTACT Bob Tallack, Gower Ornithological Society, 01792 204031DETAILS An evening walk through Pant-y-Sais Fen to learn

more about birdsong. Weather dependent so phone if in doubt.

SAT 28TH APRIL CONSERVATION DAY AT THE FARMRegular event. See details for Sat 25th February.

SAT 28TH APRIL LLANGENNITH LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 28TH APRIL CLYDACH LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SUN 29TH APRIL PORT EYNON POINT TO COMMON CLIFF WALKMEET 10am, car park, Port Eynon (parking fees apply)CONTACT Jo Mullett, Wildlife Trust Local Group, 01792 635784DETAILS A 6km walk to look at the Wildife Trust reserves

(Sedgers Bank, Port Eynon Point, Overton Cliff, OvertonMere, Roydon’s Corner and Longhole Cliff) to see someof the rare plants and insects, and the managementneeded to conserve them. Approx 3hrs with somesteep paths.


May / MaiWED 2ND MAY BIRD AND WILDLIFE WALKMEET 10am–12noon, Clyne Gardens (Woodman Pub entrance),

Blackpill, SwanseaCONTACT Steve Hopkins, 01792 205327DETAILS Enjoy Clyne Gardens in full bloom and look out

for wildlife. Bring binoculars if you have them. £1.50 adult, 50p child.

SAT 5TH MAY SKETTY LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 5TH MAY ANIMAL HUSBANDRY COURSERegular event. See details for Sat 3rd March.

SAT 5TH MAY NATIONAL LOW TIDE DAY SEASHORE SAFARIMEET 10.45am, outside National Trust shop, Rhossili, GowerCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS Celebrate National Low Tide Day and join marine

biologist Judith Oakley on a ‘Seashore Safari’adventure to discover the amazing hidden shore life ofGower. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear asyou will get wet feet and the ground is uneven. No netsplease. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Ages 3+. Lasts approx. 2½–3hrs. Parking charges mayapply. Free event but booking essential. Be preparedfor a 20 minute walk to the Causeway.

SAT 5TH MAY WILDERNESS GOURMET (FORAGING) COURSEMEET Contact for time and locationCONTACT Dryad Bushcraft, 01792 547213DETAILS A fantastic day out for all the family preparing a meal

in the great outdoors using a mixture of seasonablyavailable wild foods with food we bring with us. All food is cooked over wood fires and you will learnhow to make the best use of materials and ingredientsavailable. Course fee £90 adults, £60 concessions.

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SAT 5TH MAY FOREST SCHOOL FAMILY OPEN DAYMEET 11am–3pm, Bishop’s Wood Local Nature Reserve,

Caswell, GowerCONTACT Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot, 01792 367118DETAILS All the family can join in Forest School activities such as

den building, building a campfire, arts and crafts. Lotsof environmental games and activities and free for all.

SAT 5TH MAY MAKE AND MEND: JUBILEE MUGS AND TEA TOWELSMEET 1.30pm, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS Monthly ‘upcycling’ workshop for adults. In this

workshop we will be harnessing all things regal andquintessentially British by creating our own set ofcelebration mug and tea towel using ceramic/fabricpaints. All abilities welcome. Costs £3.50 and advancebooking required from 9th April.

SAT 6TH MAY DAWN CHORUS WALKMEET 4.30am, Cwm Ivy car park, Llanmadoc, GowerCONTACT National Trust, 01792 390636DETAILS Listen to the countryside wake up, with experts on

hand to identify the bird call. A magical experience.Booking essential. Cost is £3 adult, £1.50 child.

SUN 6TH MAY ROSEHILL QUARRY TASK DAYRegular event. See details for Sun 4th March.

TUE 8TH MAY MARINE MEGA FAUNAMEET 7.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jo Mullett, Wildlife Trust Local Group, 01792 635784DETAILS Learn more about the large marine mammals that

frequent our shores and how your sightings could helplocal research protect them in the future, with JudithOakley, local marine expert.

WED 9TH MAY PONTARDDULAIS LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.


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WED 9TH MAY BIRD AND WILDLIFE WALKRepeat event. See details for Wed 2nd May.

WED 9TH MAY SEEDLING SWAPMEET 7pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jayne Vickrage, Swansea Organic Gardening Group,

01792 869098DETAILS Join the local organic gardening group to exchange

your spare plants and seeds. Everyone welcome.

SAT 12TH MAY KITES AND DIPPERS: DAWN CHORUSMEET 7am, Welfare Hall, Craig Cefn ParcCONTACT Vicky Rees, 01792 846443DETAILS A guided walk up

Mynydd Gelliwastad tolisten to the dawnchorus followed by alight breakfast back atthe Hall. Open tomembers of the CwmClydach Kites andDippers RSPB Group,for children aged 8-18years. Non-memberswelcome but pleasecall first.

SAT 12TH MAY GORSEINON FOOD AND CRAFT FAYRERegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 12TH MAY MUMBLES LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 12TH MAY BIRDSONG RECOGNITION AT LOWER LLIW RESERVOIRMEET 9.30am, Lower Lliw Reservoir car park, FelindreCONTACT Bob Tallack, Gower Ornithological Society, 01792 204031DETAILS Walk around the Lower Lliw Reservoir and learn more

about birdsong. Weather dependent so phone if in doubt.

SAT 12TH MAY FARM CLWBRegular event. See details for Sat 10th March.

SAT 12TH MAY WALKING TOUR: ALONG THE FRONTMEET 11am, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS Free, easy walk and talk with local historian John

Ashley taking in 300 years of the Swansea Baywaterfront. Wear sturdy footwear as conditions couldbe wet and slippery and the ground uneven. Takingpart is at own risk. The walk will run in most weatherconditions but if unsure please call the Museum.Booking is required.

SAT 12TH MAY INTRODUCING PENLLERGAREMEET 2.15pm, Swansea council office car park, PenllergaerCONTACT Jennie Eyers, The Penllergare Trust, 01558 650416DETAILS Guided walk around historic estate. Free but donations

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SUN 13TH MAY PENNARD PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SUN 13TH MAY OXWICH BAY NATURE RESERVE WALKMEET 10am, Beach Car Park, Oxwich, GowerCONTACT Marlay John, RSPB, 01792 816250DETAILS A morning walk around the sand dunes and marshes

of Oxwich Bay Nature Reserve. Beginners and newmembers welcome. Warm weatherproof clothing andboots may be necessary. Please leave dogs at home.Walks are undertaken at your own risk.

SUN 13TH MAY LEARN TO MAKE A BASKET IN A DAYMEET 10am–4pm, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellCONTACT Karen Jones, 01792 361703DETAILS Learn to make a simple willow basket in a day in a

beautiful location in the woods. Only ten placesavailable so book early. Not suitable for young children.

SUN 13TH MAY KILVEY HILL TASK DAYMEET Contact for further detailsCONTACT Marian, Kilvey Community Woodland Volunteers,

07988 721613DETAILS Lend a hand with practical work in the Kilvey Hill

Community Woodland. Children must be accompaniedby a responsible adult. Wear suitable clothing/footwear.


FRI 18TH MAY GREAT PLANT HUNT ON CADLE HEATHMEET 1pm, Swansea Community Farm, Fforestfach, SwanseaCONTACT Lea Halborg, Nature Conservation Team, 01792 635749DETAILS Learn about wild plants and how to identify them.

Lots to discover and lots to see. Please wear suitableclothing and footwear. All equipment provided. A Swansea Nature Network event.

SAT 19TH MAY INTRODUCTION TO BUSHCRAFT COURSEMEET Contact for time and locationCONTACT Dryad Bushcraft, 01792 547213DETAILS One-day course introducing a range of basic bushcraft

tools, techniques and skills. Suitable for anyone over 8years. Course fee £90 adults, £60 concessions.

SAT 19TH MAY PENCLAWDD LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 19TH MAY INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY DAYMEET 11am–4pm, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS Learn about the amazing marine and coastal habitats

and species we have on our doorstep in Swansea,how they help us and how you can help protect them.Celebrating International Day for Biodiversity with the National Waterfront Museum and SwanseaBiodiversity Partnership.


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SAT 19TH MAY FAMILY WORK DAY AT THE FARMRegular event. See details for Sat 18th February.

SAT 19TH MAY YOUNG MEMBERS’ BIRD WATCHINGRepeat event. See entry for 17th March.

SAT 19TH & SUN 20TH MAY FOREST SCHOOL VOLUNTEER TRAININGMEET Call for times. Bishop’s Wood Local Nature Reserve,

Caswell, GowerCONTACT Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot, 01792 367118DETAILS Introduction to Forest School course to OCN Level 1 for

people who want to learn more about Forest School andwho want to volunteer at sessions, supporting a QualifiedForest School Leader. Course fee is £200 but please enquireabout subsidised places. Booking in advance is essential.

WED 20TH MAY RARE PLANT SALEMEET 10am–5pm, Clyne Gardens, Blackpill, SwanseaCONTACT Steve Hopkins, 01792 205327DETAILS An opportunity to pick up some interesting and rare

plants during the annual Clyne in Bloom festival.

WED 23RD MAY BIRD AND WILDLIFE WALKRepeat event. See details for Wed 2nd May.

SAT 26TH MAY LLANGENNITH LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 26TH MAY CLYDACH LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 26TH MAY CONSERVATION DAY AT THE FARMRegular event. See details for Sat 25th February.

SAT 26TH MAY ENVIRONMENT CENTRE COMMUNITY OPEN DAYMEET 11am–3pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jenny Edwards, The Environment Centre, 01792 480200DETAILS Meet the people and projects within the Environment

Centre. Experts will be on hand to discuss a widerange of environmental issues and there will be stalls,exhibitions and activities.

SAT 26TH MAY HIGH STREET, WIND STREET AND BACK STREETSMEET 11am, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS A free, easy walk. Join local historian John Ashley for

a fascinating and unexpected insight into the history of Swansea’s city centre. Wear sturdy footwear asconditions could be wet and slippery and the grounduneven. Taking part is at own risk. The walk will run inmost weather conditions but if unsure please call theMuseum. Booking is required.



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June / MehefinJUNE TO DECEMBER PERMACULTURE DESIGN COURSEA 72 hour course run by Coeden Fach Community Tree Nurseryover 6 weekends from June to December. Learn how to workwith permaculture principles and tools. Course includesinformation on organic growing; forest gardening, trees andwoodland management; introduction to sustainable buildingand renewable energy; water collection systems; creating amore sustainable lifestyle. Course fee is £350. For furtherdetails email [email protected] or call 07778 591091.

FRI 1ST JUNE – JUST HAVING FUN OUTDOORSMEET Down to Earth Project site, Murton, GowerCONTACT Down to Earth Project, 01792 346566DETAILS A one-day training course for youth and community

workers and teachers on games and fun experiencesthrough the outdoors. Advance booking essential.Please enquire about course fees and for further details.

SAT 2ND JUNE SKETTY LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 2ND JUNE WILD ABOUT WOOL (PART 1)MEET 10am–3.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Chris Jones, Animal and Conservation Officer,

01792 578384DETAILS See how to shear our rare breed Llanwenog sheep

and try your hand at wool-related crafts such as felting,carding, knitting and crocheting. Fee £2 per person.

SAT 2ND JUNE ANIMAL HUSBANDRY COURSERegular event. See details for Sat 3rd March.

SAT 2ND JUNE MAKE AND MEND: DIAMOND JUBILEE ACCESSORIESMEET 1.30pm, National Waterfront Museum, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS Monthly ‘upcycling’ workshop for adults. This month

use our found vintage sparkly junk to create your ownregal bling bling earrings and brooches. All abilitieswelcome. Costs £3.50. Advance booking from 7th May.

SUN 3RD JUNE ROSEHILL QUARRY TASK DAYRegular event. See details for Sun 4th March.

MON 4TH & TUE 5TH JUNE HALF TERM PLAYSCHEME AT THE FARMMEET 10am–2pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams, Child and Youth Officer: 01792 578384DETAILS A wide range of activities including adventure play,

sports games, woodwork, junk arts and crafts, andmuch more. Children need to be registered with theFarm before they can take part in the playscheme,either in advance or on the first day. Ages 8–16 years.Under 8’s welcome but must be accompanied by anadult. Suitable clothing is advisable. Fee £1 per child.


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THU 7TH JUNE POND DIP IN BRYNMILL PARKMEET 10.30–11.30am, Discovery Centre,

Brynmill Park, SwanseaCONTACT Parks Development Team, 01792 635485DETAILS Participants must be aged 5–11 years old. Book in

advance at www.swansea.gov.uk/jpras places are limited.

SAT 9TH TO SUN 17TH JUNE WALES BIODIVERSITY WEEKVarious local events have been organised as part of a Wales-wide celebration of nature with wildlife-inspired activities toenthuse and engage people in protecting and conserving thenatural environment on their doorstep. For more detailscontact Jo Mullett on 01792 635784 or visitwww.biodiversitywales.org.uk

SAT 9TH TO SUN 24TH JUNE GOWER WALKING FESTIVALOver 70 guided walks and events exploring the scenery, wildlife,history and geology of Gower. From gentle strolls to strenuouswalks, and from canoeing to sampling local food, theprogramme offers something to suit all ages, abilities andinterests. Most walks cost £3 (£1 for under 14s), though somespecialist walks and activities may cost more. For full walkdetails and bookings visit www.gowerwalkingfestival.org or callMumbles Tourist Information Centre on 01792 361302.

SAT 9TH JUNE DAWN CHORUSMEET 3.30am, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A gentle walk listening out for the beautiful song

of some of our local resident and migrant birds. The early start will guarantee that we get to hear and potentially see a range of species with very little background noise. No dogs. Part of the GowerWalking Festival and Wales Biodiversity Week. There is a small charge for this event.


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SAT 9TH JUNE HIGHLIGHTS OF NORTH GOWERMEET 10am, outside church, Mill Lane, Llanrhidian, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 4½hr circular trip (7 mile) around the beautiful

Llanrhidian coastline, taking in the sights and historyof Weobley Castle, Landimore and the Loughor Estuarybefore heading inland to Ryers Down and Cefn Bryn.Dogs on short leads. Part of the Gower WalkingFestival. There is a small charge for this event.

SAT 9TH JUNE KITES & DIPPERS: DEN BUILDING & MUD MONSTERSMEET 10am, Cwm Clydach Reserve car park, Craig Cefn ParcCONTACT Vicky Rees, 01792 846443DETAILS Learn how to build shelters and make mud monsters.

Open to members of the Cwm Clydach Kites andDippers RSPB Group, for children aged 8–18 years.Non-members welcome but please call first.

SAT 9TH JUNE FARM CLWBRegular event. See details for Sat 10th March.

SAT 9TH JUNE TORCHWOOD AT RHOSSILIMEET 11am, National Trust Shop, Rhossili, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 3hr walk along the raised beach past one of the

locations for the BBC’s ‘Torchwood’, then on to Hillendand back along one of the most beautiful beaches inthe world. Bring a packed lunch. Dogs on short leads.Part of the Gower Walking Festival. There is a smallcharge for this event.

SAT 9TH JUNE WALKING TOUR: KILVEY HILLMEET 11am, White Rock car park, off B5444,

Bonymaen, SwanseaCONTACT Miranda Berry, National Waterfront Museum,

01792 638950DETAILS Climb Kilvey Hill for unparalleled views of historic

Swansea and Swansea Bay. Led by local historian John Ashley. Wear sturdy footwear as conditions couldbe wet and slippery and the ground uneven. Takingpart is at own risk. The walk will run in most weatherconditions but if unsure please call the Museum. Walk is free but booking is required.

SAT 9TH JUNE WORLD OCEANS DAY SEASHORE SAFARIMEET 2.45pm, top of steps in Bracelet Bay car park,

MumblesCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS Celebrate World Oceans Day and join marine biologist

Judith Oakley on a ‘Seashore Safari’ adventure todiscover the amazing hidden shore life of Gower.Please wear suitable clothing and footwear as you willget wet feet and the ground is uneven. No nets please.Children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 3+. Lasts approx. 2½–3hrs. Parking charges may apply. Free event but booking essential.


SAT 9TH JUNE MUMBLES LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 9TH JUNE THE INAUDIBLE WORLD OF BATSMEET 9.30pm, Clyne Valley Country Park car park, BlackpillCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS An evening walk up the Clyne Valley cycle path with

Steve Lucas, Bat Conservation Trust’s Wales Officer.Bat detectors will be available for use. This walk issuitable for the visually impaired. No dogs. Part of theGower Walking Festival and Wales Biodiversity Week.There is a small charge for this event.

SAT 9TH JUNE GORSEINON FOOD AND CRAFT FAYRERegular event. For details see page 7.

SUN 10TH JUNE PENNARD PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SUN 10TH JUNE PLANTS WITH A PURPOSEMEET 10–11.30am, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre,

Caswell, GowerCONTACT Karen Jones, 01792 361703DETAILS Come and discover the wonderful secrets of our

native plants and trees at Bishop’s Wood.

SUN 10TH JUNE WORLD OCEANS DAY OCEAN VIGILMEET 10.15am, outside the Coastguard Station, MumblesCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS Celebrate World Oceans Day and join marine biologist

Judith Oakley to help spot and record harbourporpoise, seals and seabirds. Please wear suitableclothing and footwear and bring binoculars. Childrenmust be accompanied by an adult. Ages 3+. Lasts approx. 2½hrs. Parking charges may apply. Free event but booking essential.

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SUN 10TH JUNE ROSEHILL QUARRY AND PARKSMEET 2pm, gatehouse entrance, Singleton Park,

Mumbles Road, SwanseaCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A gentle urban walk from Swansea seafront, uphill

through Singleton Park to the Hillside wildlife corridorwith its spectacular views of Swansea Bay. Then backdown through Rosehill Quarry, Cwmdonkin Park andBrynmill Park. No dogs. Part of the Gower WalkingFestival and Wales Biodiversity Week. There is a smallcharge for this event.

SUN 10TH JUNE SUNSET AT RHOSSILIMEET 6pm, Pitton Farm car park at Mewslade, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A stunning 3–4hr walk along the coast from Mewslade

to Rhossili village, with wonderful views and excellentphoto opportunities, and hopefully seeing the sunsetting at about 10pm. Dogs on short leads. Part of theGower Walking Festival. There is a small charge forthis event.

MON 11TH JUNE VOLUNTEER ACTION DAY AT SWANSEA VALEMEET 10am, gate opposite Lon Las Primary School,

Llansamlet, SwanseaCONTACT Lea Halborg, Nature Conservation Team, 01792 635749DETAILS Help us carry out the essential task of pulling up

Himalayan Balsam. Also a guided walk and talk aboutthe biodiversity of the site. Please wear suitableclothing and footwear. All tools and materials provided.Ideal for families, and accompanied children arewelcome. A Swansea Nature Network event and part ofWales Biodiversity Week.

MON 11TH JUNE ARCHAEOLOGY OF PORT EYNON POINTMEET 6.30pm, near public conveniences, Port Eynon, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 2 mile walk visiting the Salt House, limestone

quarrying at Port Eynon Point, Culver Hole cave andPort Eynon village. No dogs. Part of the Gower WalkingFestival. There is a small charge for this event.


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TUE 12TH JUNE ORCHIDS AT OXWICHMEET 11am, car park entrance, Oxwich Bay Hotel, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A leisurely 3½hr walk to appreciate the beauty of the

wild flowers at Oxwich. The walk will cover 5 differenthabitats – sand dune, seashore, salt marsh, woodlandand freshwater marsh – ensuring a good diversity offloral species. Bring a packed lunch. Dogs on shortleads. Part of the Gower Walking Festival and WalesBiodiversity Week. There is a small charge for this event.

TUE 12TH JUNE FLORA, FAUNA AND FORTS OF MUMBLES HILLMEET 2pm, by coach parking, Bracelet Bay car park, MumblesCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 2½hr walk, with excellent views over Swansea Bay and

Mumbles, pointing out the work in progress to restorethe threatened limestone grassland and to uncoverremnants of WW2 defences. Dogs on short leads. Part of the Gower Walking Festival and WalesBiodiversity Week. There is a small charge for this event.

TUE 12TH JUNE RAILWAY WILDLIFEMEET 7.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Jo Mullett, Wildlife Trust Local Group, 01792 635784DETAILS Discover how our old disused railway lines are now

being used by wildlife as corridors and micro-habitatswith Martin Jones, Wildlife Trust, Cwm Tawe Group.

WED 13TH JUNE PONTARDDULAIS LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

WED 13TH JUNE BONES, BLUES AND BURROWSMEET 10am, Cwm Ivy car park, Llanmadoc, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 4hr walk, past the flower-rich Cwm Ivy Tor, out

through the dunes and onto the beach to Burry Holms.Bring a packed lunch. Dogs on short leads. Part of theGower Walking Festival and Wales Biodiversity Week.There is a small charge for this event.

WED 13TH JUNE BEYOND BARLANDSMEET 11am, parking area off B4436 between Bishopston

and Kittle (near boarding kennels)CONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 3hr walk to view the flora and fauna of Barlands

Common taking in the Wildlife Trust reserve and someplaces where public access is not normally allowed.The paths are often uneven, overgrown and very muddy and you will need to be relatively agile to enjoythis walk. Bring a packed lunch. No dogs. Part of theGower Walking Festival and Wales Biodiversity Week.There is a small charge for this event.


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WED 13TH JUNE CLYNE GARDENS: PAST, PRESENT & FUTUREMEET 11am, Woodman pub car park, Blackpill, SwanseaCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 2hr botanical ramble through one of Swansea’s most

spectacular landscapes with Head Gardener, TeifionDavies, visiting a former private chapel and theunforgettable Japanese Bridge. Dogs on short leads.Part of the Gower Walking Festival. There is a smallcharge for this event.

FRI 15TH JUNE CRYMLYN BOG GUIDED WALKMEET 10.30am, Crymlyn Reserve Centre, Dinam Road,

Port TennantCONTACT Jamie Bevan, Countryside Council for Wales,

01792 326450DETAILS Enjoy a gentle stroll around Crymlyn Bog National

Nature Reserve to learn about its wildlife and history.Followed by an optional trek part-way up Kilvey Hill to take in the panoramic views of Crymlyn Bog and Swansea Bay (involves some steep paths). Bring suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. Light refreshments available.

FRI 15TH JUNE– EXPEDITIONS ON GOWER WITH COMMUNITY GROUPSMEET Down to Earth Project site, Murton, GowerCONTACT Down to Earth Project, 01792 346566DETAILS A one-day training course for youth and community

workers and teachers providing an introduction totaking groups of young people and adults onto Gower.Advance booking essential. Please enquire aboutcourse fees and for further details.

SAT 16TH JUNE PENCLAWDD LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 16TH JUNE FAMILY WORK DAY AT THE FARMRegular event. See details for Sat 18th February.

SAT 16TH TO SUN 24TH JUNE TEAM GREEN BRITAIN BIKE WEEKThe UK’s celebration of cycling is supported locally with a variedprogramme of activities to encourage everyone to participate.For further details phone the Council’s Transportation Group on01792 636377 or go to www.swansea.gov.uk/cycling


SAT 16TH JUNE YOUNG MEMBERS’ POND EXPLORATIONMEET 10–11am, National Wetland Centre Wales, LlanelliCONTACT WWT, 01554 741087DETAILS For WWT young members only, and their families.

Includes pond dipping to discover the creatures that live beneath the surface, and using differenttechniques to investigate them. Each session will build on the skills and knowledge gained in previous sessions.

SAT 16TH JUNE BIKEABILITY WALES CYCLING FUN DAYMEET 11am–3pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, Killay, SwanseaCONTACT Mike Cherry, BikeAbility Wales, 07968 109145DETAILS A cycling fun day for people of all abilities and ages.

Try an amazing range of specialist and unusual cycles,such as tandems, recumbents and kick bikes.

SAT 16TH & SUN 17TH JUNE CORACLE FISHING DISPLAYSMEET 11am–3pm, Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill, GowerCONTACT Gower Heritage Centre, 01792 371206DETAILS See this traditional Welsh boat being put through its

paces. Watch fishing displays and have a go yourself.Normal entry charges apply.

SUN 17TH JUNE FATHER’S DAY SWANSEA VALE WETLANDS WALKAND POND DIP MEET 10.30am, gate near roundabout opposite school

car park, Walters Road, LlansamletCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS A 2hr circular walk for families, led by Judith Oakley,

to discover the wildlife of Swansea Vale NatureReserve, followed by a pond dip searching forfreshwater mini-beasts. Equipment will be provided.Not suitable for dogs. Please wear appropriate clothingand footwear. Children must be accompanied by anadult. Free event.

SUN 17TH JUNE INTRODUCTION TO BUSHCRAFT COURSERegular event. See details for Sat 19th May.

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SUN 17TH JUNE PENLLERGARE WALKMEET 2pm, Swansea council office car park, PenllergaerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 3hr walk around this ‘secret and magical place’,

a beautiful hidden valley in an urban environmentcurrently undergoing restoration as a woodland parkand garden. Dogs on short leads. Part of the GowerWalking Festival and Wales Biodiversity Week. There is a small charge for this event.

MON 18TH JUNE WALK TO THE WORMMEET 9.45am, outside National Trust Shop, Rhossili, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS Discover the wonders of this tidal island with a

National Trust warden. Enjoy spectacular views whilefinding out about its history and wildlife. Walkers maywish to wear gardening gloves and have a stick for thescramble over the causeway. Please note that goingonto the far end of the Outer Head is not permitted atthis time of year. Bring a packed lunch. Dogs on shortleads. Part of the Gower Walking Festival. There is asmall charge for this event.

MON 18TH JUNE SANDS OF TIME: THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF PENMAENAND PENNARD BURROWSMEET 1.30pm, car park off A4118, Penmaen, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 4 mile walk around Penmaen and Pennard Burrows

to see the remains of two castles, two churches, a Neolithic chambered tomb, a limekiln and more. Bring a snack. No dogs. Part of the Gower WalkingFestival. There is a small charge for this event.

TUE 19TH JUNE WHITEFORD NATIONAL NATURE RESERVEMEET 10am, Cwm Ivy car park, Llanmadoc, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 4hr walk to explore the history and ecology of some

of the best sand dunes in the UK and get an insight intohow it is managed. Bring a packed lunch. Dogs onshort leads. Part of the Gower Walking Festival. Thereis a small charge for this event.

WED 20TH JUNE SWANSEA BAY BIKE TOUR AND NATURE TALKMEET 10am–12noon, outside The Environment Centre,

Pier Street, SwanseaCONTACT Lea Halborg, Nature Conservation Team, 01792 635749DETAILS Get on your bike and join us for a ride along the cycle

path, stopping to talk about some of the wonderfulwildlife, history and stories about Swansea Bay. Pleasering and book as places are limited. A Swansea NatureNetwork event to mark Wales Biodiversity Week andNational Bike Week.


WED 20TH JUNE GOWER GAZING FROM CEFN DRUMMEET 10am, by little bridge, Upper Mill Road, PontardulaisCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 5 mile moorland walk around Cefn Drum, above

Pontardulais, with fabulous panoramic views. Bring apacked lunch. Dogs on short leads. Part of the GowerWalking Festival. There is a small charge for this event.

WED 20TH JUNE OXWICH TO HORTON WALKMEET 1pm, car park attendant’s booth, Oxwich, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 4hr walk from Oxwich to Horton, passing though

ancient woodland, up steps, to follow a raised beachplateau and then inland via ancient tracks. Led byenthusiastic conservation workers. Bring a packedlunch. Dogs on short leads. Part of the Gower WalkingFestival. There is a small charge for this event.

THU 21ST TO SAT 23RD JUNE MOTH NIGHTSMEET 9.30pm–midnight, call for further detailsCONTACT National Trust, 01792 390636DETAILS Discover the wonders of these beautiful nocturnal

insects. Booking essential. Cost is £3 adult, £1.50 child.

THU 21ST JUNE GREEN LANES AND GREAT VIEWSMEET 10.30am, Pitton Cross caravan park, Rhossili, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 5 mile walk to Rhossili Down and back following

green lanes, with lots of flora, fauna and stunningviews. Bring a packed lunch. Dogs on short leads.Part of the Gower Walking Festival. There is a smallcharge for this event.

THU 21ST JUNE WILDLIFE OF OXWICH SHORE AND DUNESMEET 10.30am, car park attendant’s booth, Oxwich, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS Join Dr Michael Isaac to look at the plants growing

in the sand dunes and then down to the shore to lookat the animals and plants living there. Please wearsuitable footwear. Maximum 15 participants. Bring apacked lunch. No dogs. Part of the Gower WalkingFestival. There is a small charge for this event.

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FRI 22ND JUNE BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS: A WALK TO PWLL DUMEET 11am, Southgate NT car park, GowerCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A 4 mile walk along spectacular coastline and

through ancient woodland to discover the landscapeand history of the area. Bring a packed lunch to enjoyin Pwll Du Bay, once a haunt for smugglers. Dogs onshort leads. Part of the Gower Walking Festival.There is a small charge for this event.

SAT 23RD JUNE WILD ABOUT WOOL (PART 2)MEET 10am–3.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams, Child and Youth Officer, 01792 578384DETAILS Follows on from 2nd June. Using traditional

techniques and home-grown materials, such asextracting dyes from home-grown vegetables andfruit to dye wool. Includes light refreshments. Fee £1per person.

SUN 24TH JUNE SINGING WALKMEET 10.30am, St Teilo’s Church Hall, The Glebe, BishopstonCONTACT Mumbles TIC, 01792 361302DETAILS A circular walk through Bishopston Woods, down

to Pwll Du singing in stunning locations on the way.Some rocky terrain and a steep climb from beachbut otherwise an easy walk. Boots recommended.No singing experience needed. Bring a packedlunch. No dogs. Part of Gower Walking Festival.There is a small charge for this event.

SUN 24TH JUNE FAIRIES AND GOBLINS WALKMEET 4pm, car park off Pentrechwyth Road, SwanseaCONTACT Marian, Kilvey Community Woodland Volunteers,

07988 721613DETAILS Family walk with storytelling. Dressing up optional

and bring own refreshments. Children must beaccompanied by a responsible adult. Wear suitableclothing/footwear.

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SUN 24TH TO SAT 30TH JUNE ADAIN AVIONA mobile art space created from the fuselage of a DC-9airplane will be sited outside the National Waterfront Museumas part of London 2012 Cultural Olympiad. It will form thefocal point for a programme of cultural, artistic, sporting andenvironmental activities. Visit www.adainavion.org for details.

TUE 26TH JUNE CWM IVY WALKMEET 11am, bus stop in middle of Llanmadoc, GowerCONTACT Mike Scott, Gower AONB Team, 01792 635741DETAILS An easy 1½ hour walk to Whiteford and Cwm Ivy,

with spectacular views over the salt marshes of North Gower. Please bring appropriate footwear and weather proof clothing. Accessible by bus fromSwansea (Gower Explorer 115/118).

SAT 30TH JUNE LLANGENNITH LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 30TH JUNE CLYDACH LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 30TH JUNE FAMILY FARM EXPLORATION DAYMEET Anytime between 11am and 3pm,

Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Alyson Williams, Child and Youth Officer, 01792 578384DETAILS Take part in a range of family-friendly activities

such as treasure hunts, biodiversity trails, ponddipping, seed planting and, of course, meeting ourfarm animals. Also visit the new café where you canbuy a range of delicious seasonal meals or snacks. Fee £2 per person.

SAT 30TH JUNE CWM IVY WILDLIFE DAYMEET 1pm–midnight, Cwm Ivy car park, Llanmadoc, GowerCONTACT National Trust, 01792 390636DETAILS Go wild with woodland crafts and Gower wildlife.

Activities for all the family, continuing into theevening with moth traps and bat detectors. BBQ andrefreshments available at the Trust’s newlyrefurbished Lodge basecamp. Booking essential.Nominal charge for activities, food and refreshments.

SAT 30TH JUNE SILKY WAVE SURVEYMEET Please call for detailsCONTACT Russel Hobson, Butterfly Conservation, 01792 642972DETAILS Help the Wildlife Trust and Butterfly Conservation

with this annual rare moth survey at Overton Mere,near Port Eynon. Survey is weather dependant sobooking essential. Rough terrain so suitable clothingand footwear essential and not suitable for youngerchildren.


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July / GorffennafSUN 1ST JULY ROSEHILL QUARRY TASK DAYRegular event. See details for Sun 4th March.

SAT 7TH JULY SKETTY LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 7TH JULY ANIMAL HUSBANDRY COURSERegular event. See details for Sat 3rd March.

SAT 7TH JULY ART ON THE HILLMEET 11am, Bracelet Bay car park, MumblesCONTACT Lea Halborg, Nature Conservation Team, 01792 635749DETAILS Join in the fun getting creative, making environmental

arts and crafts on Mumbles Hill. Ideal for families, andaccompanied children are welcome. Please wearwarm clothing. This site is a moderate walk withslopes. Organisers will be wearing reflective jackets.Pay and display car parking. A Swansea NatureNetwork event to mark Children’s Art Day.

SAT 7TH JULY MUMBLES PIER SEASHORE SAFARIMEET 2pm, outside entrance to Mumbles Pier, MumblesCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS Join marine biologist Judith Oakley on a ‘Seashore

Safari’ adventure to discover the amazing hidden shore life of Gower. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear as you will get wet feet and the ground is uneven. No nets please. Children must beaccompanied by an adult. Ages 3+. Lasts approx. 3hrs. Parking charges may apply. Free event but booking essential.

SUN 8TH JULY PENNARD PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SUN 8TH JULY MEDITATIVE WALKMEET 10am–12noon, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre,

Caswell, GowerCONTACT Karen Jones, 01792 361703DETAILS Exchange stress for serenity with walking activities

designed to deepen our awareness of the natural worldaround us and our connection to it.

SUN 8TH JULY LANGLAND BEACH CLEAN AND LITTER SURVEYMEET 10.30am, car park by tennis courts, Langland, GowerCONTACT Lou Luddington, Marine Conservation Society,

07848 464 700DETAILS Volunteers welcome to help clean Langland beach.

This MSC Beachwatch event is free and will run for upto 2hrs depending on amount of litter present. Childrenmust be accompanied by adults. All equipment will beprovided.


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SUN 8TH JULY CRAIG CILHENDRE WOODS BIOBLITZMEET 10.30am, small site car park, off road to Cilhendre,

Pontardawe (grid reference SN724024)CONTACT Jo Mullett, Wildlife Trust Local Group, 01792 635784DETAILS Field trip to look at one of the best examples of upland

oak woodland, with fine views. This is an under-surveyed Wildlife Trust Reserve so all biological dataand observations will be recorded. Walk length 1–2hrs.

SUN 8TH JULY OXWICH BAY SEASHORE SAFARIMEET 2.45pm, slipway on Oxwich beach

(opp Oxwich Bay Hotel), GowerCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS Join marine biologist Judith Oakley on a ‘Seashore

Safari’ adventure to discover the amazing hidden shore life of Gower. Please wear suitable clothing andfootwear as you will get wet feet and the ground isuneven. No nets please. Children must be accompaniedby an adult. Ages 3+. Lasts approx. 3hrs. Parkingcharges may apply. Free event but booking essential.

WED 11TH JULY PONTARDDULAIS LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 14TH JULY GORSEINON FOOD AND CRAFT FAYRERegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 14TH JULY MUMBLES LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 14TH JULY INTRODUCTION TO BUSHCRAFT COURSERepeat event. See details for 17th June.

SAT 14TH JULY FARM CLWBRegular event. See details for Sat 10th March.

SAT 14TH JULY ARCHAEOLOGY FOR ALLMEET 10.30am–4pm, Swansea Museum, Victoria Road,

Swansea CONTACT Glamorgan–Gwent Archaeological Trust, 01792 655208DETAILS A host of free activities organised by Glamorgan–Gwent

Archaeological Trust and Swansea Museum includinga heritage fair, talks, children’s activities, living historyand medieval re-enactment.

MON 16TH TO FRI 20TH JULY WISE UP TO WASTE WEEK 2012A week of interactive environmental events to raiseawareness of the issues surrounding waste andto highlight the importance of the 3 R’s(Reduce, Reuse, Recycle). Swansea’s recyclingteam will be working in partnership withenvironmental organisations, communitygroups and educational establishments acrossSwansea with a variety of fun and informative activities suitablefor all ages. Please check the website for updates:www.swansea.gov.uk/recycling or contact the CouncilRecycling Office on 01792 635600 or [email protected]


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SAT 21ST JULY PENCLAWDD LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 21ST JULY FAMILY WORK DAY AT THE FARMRegular event. See details for Sat 18th February.

SAT 21ST JULY YOUNG MEMBERS’ POND EXPLORATIONRepeat event. See entry for 16th June.

SAT 21ST JULY PORT EYNON SEASHORE SAFARI MEET 12.45pm, outside the shops, Port Eynon, GowerCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS Join marine biologist Judith Oakley on a ‘Seashore

Safari’ adventure to discover the amazing hidden shore life of Gower. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear as you will get wet feet and the ground is uneven. No nets please. Children must beaccompanied by an adult. Ages 3+. Lasts approx. 3hrs. Parking charges may apply. Free event but booking essential.

SAT 21ST TO THU 26TH JULY SCULPTURE BY THE SEA FESTIVAL Free environmentalart workshops forall ages andcultures in thecommunity. Join ateam of professionalartists to create adisplay of temporarysculptures thatinspire, inform andeducate on beautifulbeaches in Swanseaand Gower. Pleasebring buckets andspades, hats andsunscreen. Drop inany time between10am and 4pm eachday at the followinglocations:

Sat 21st July Marina Beach (in front of observatory)

Sun 22nd July Sandfields Beach (near pirate ship)

Mon 23rd July Blackpill Beach (behind Lido)

Tue 24th July Bracelet Bay, Mumbles

Wed 25th July Caswell Beach, Gower

Thu 26th July Oxwich Beach, Gower

For further details visit www.sculpturebythesea.co.uk orcontact Sara Holden, 01792 367571.


SAT 21ST JULY KILVEY HILL TASK DAYMEET Contact for further detailsCONTACT Marian, Kilvey Community Woodland Volunteers,

07988 721613DETAILS Lend a hand with practical work in the Kilvey Hill

Community Woodland. Children must be accompaniedby a responsible adult. Wear suitable clothing andfootwear.

SUN 22ND JULY WORMS HEAD CAUSEWAY SEASHORE SAFARIMEET 1pm, outside the National Trust Shop, RhossiliCONTACT Judith Oakley, Oakley Intertidal, 07879 837817DETAILS Join marine biologist Judith Oakley on a ‘Seashore

Safari’ adventure to discover the amazing hidden shore life of Gower. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear as you will get wet feet and the ground is uneven. No nets please. Children must beaccompanied by an adult. Ages 3+. Lasts approx. 3hrs.Parking charges may apply. Free event but bookingessential. Be prepared for a 20min walk to the Causeway.

TUE 24TH JULY ROCKPOOL WATCHMEET 3.30–4.30pm, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre,

Caswell, GowerCONTACT Karen Jones, 01792 361703DETAILS Explore the secret world of Caswell Bay’s Rockpools.

Please wear suitable footwear for rough slippery rocks.

WED 25TH JULY BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS: A WALK TO PWLL DUMEET 11am–3pm, Southgate NT car park, GowerCONTACT Huw Lloyd, Gower AONB Ranger, 07917 200209DETAILS A moderate walk down to Pwll Du, and then up the

Bishopston Valley, a spectacular walk. Please bring apacked lunch, appropriate footwear and weatherproofclothing. Accessible by bus from Swansea (SwanseaBus Route 14).

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SAT 28TH JULY LLANGENNITH LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 28TH JULY CLYDACH LOCAL PRODUCE AND CRAFT MARKETRegular event. For details see page 7.

SAT 28TH JULY HONEY HARMONYMEET 1.30–3.30pm, Swansea Community Farm, FforestfachCONTACT Chris Jones, Animal and Conservation Officer,

01792 578384DETAILS Whether you’re fascinated about bees or have a taste

for honey, this afternoon event is for you. Help us extract the first honey of the season whilstpicking up some interesting facts about bees. Bring your pocket money and buy the freshest honey in town. Fee £1 per person (honey not included).

SUN 29TH JULY CRYMLYN BOG FAMILY FUN DAYMEET 11am–2pm, Crymlyn Reserve Centre,

Dinam Road, Port TennantCONTACT Jamie Bevan, Countryside Council for Wales,

01792 326450DETAILS Celebrate International Bog Day at Crymlyn Bog

National Nature Reserve. Activities include ponddipping, guided walks and environmental art. Bringsuitable outdoor clothing and footwear. Children undersixteen must be accompanied by an adult.

TUE 31ST JULY ROCKPOOL WATCHMEET 11am–12noon,

Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellCONTACT Karen Jones, 01792 361703DETAILS Explore the secret world of Caswell Bay’s Rockpools.

Please wear suitable footwear for rough slippery rocks.


Further InformationCITY AND COUNTY OF SWANSEANature Conservation TeamDeb Hill, 01792 635777 www.swansea.gov.uk/natureconservationteamProtecting and enhancing areas of ecological and landscape importance inSwansea for the benefit of people and wildlife.

� Bishop’s Wood Nature Reserve and Countryside CentreKaren Jones, 01792 361703 www.swansea.gov.uk/bishopswoodPopular Local Nature Reserve and countryside centre in Caswell.

� Swansea Nature Network ProjectLea Halborg, 01792 635749Connecting people with nature in urban Swansea.

� Countryside Connection ProjectHelen Grey, 01792 636893Connecting people with nature in rural Swansea.

Community Parks OfficersArron Ring, 01792 635484 www.swansea.gov.uk/jprPromoting the use of parks in Swansea and organising Junior Park Rangers.

Cycling OfficerRob Wachowski, 01792 636353 www.swansea.gov.uk/cyclingPromoting cycling in the Swansea area.

Gower AONB TeamMike Scott, 01792 635741 www.swansea.gov.uk/aonbSupporting the conservation and enhancement of the Gower AONB.

Recycling TeamTrish Flint, 01792 635600 www.swansea.gov.uk/recyclingPlanning and implementing practical recycling schemes and raising awarenessof waste minimisation and recycling.

Specialist Parks DevelopmentSteve Hopkins, 01792 205327 www.swansea.gov.uk/parksEducation work for both public and schools, working out of Ty’r Blodau inSingleton Park and the Discovery Centre at Brynmill.

Sustainable Development UnitTanya Nash, 01792 635198 www.swansea.gov.uk/sustainabledevelopmentPromoting sustainable development in the Council’s activities and strategies.

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OTHER ORGANISATIONS AND GROUPSBikeAbility Wales

Mike Cherry, 07968 109145 www.bikeabilitywales.org.ukEnabling people of all abilities to enjoy the pleasures and health benefits of cycling.

Blackpill Wildlife CentreMaggie Cornelius, 01792 229244Based in the lifeguard hut at Blackpill Lido on two Sundays each month fromOctober to Easter.

Coeden Fach Community Tree NurseryWitchhazel Wildwood, 07778 591091 www.coedenfach.wetpaint.comA project based in Bishopston offering training and practical experience ofsustainable land management and providing native trees.

Countryside Council for WalesJamie Bevan, 01792 326450 www.ccw.gov.ukCCW champions the environment and landscapes of Wales and its coastalwaters, for economic and social activity, leisure and learning.

Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers RSPB GroupVicky Rees 01792 846443 www.kitesanddippers.org.ukA local group for children aged 8 to 18 years enthusiastic about wildlife.

Cyclist Touring ClubMartin Brain, 01792 536371 www.swanseacycling.co.ukThe local CTC group organises rides every week as well as social events and holidays.

Down to EarthMark McKenna, 01792 346566 www.downtoearthproject.org.ukCentre for practical sustainability and natural building.

Environment CentreJenny Edwards, 01792 480200 www.environmentcentre.org.ukA focus for environmental information, education and activity in south-west Wales.

Forest School Swansea Neath Port TalbotDebbie Kearsley-Evans, 01792 367118 www.forestschoolsnpt.org.ukRaising awareness and appreciation of local woodlands and green spacesthrough recreational, educational and training activities.

Glamorgan–Gwent Archaeological TrustPaul Huckfield, 01792 655208 www.ggat.org.ukWorking to protect, record and interpret our archaeological and historical inheritance.


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Gower Heritage CentreRoy Church, 01792 371206 www.gowerheritagecentre.co.ukVisitor attraction with historic exhibits, craft workshops and a programme of events.

Gower Ornithological SocietyJeremy Douglas-Jones, 01792 551331 www.glamorganbirds.org.ukA society with a programme of talks and field trips for those interested in birds.

Kilvey Community Woodland VolunteersMarian Francis, 07988 721613An active group that organises a variety of activities to help manage the local woodlands.

Mumbles Development TrustRobin Bonham, 01792 405169 www.mumblesdevelopmenttrust.orgWorking for the regeneration of Mumbles and supporting community self-help projects.

National TrustKim Boland or Veronica Shenston, 01792 390636 www.nationaltrust.org.ukInspiring understanding and enjoyment of the historic and natural environment.

Penllergare TrustJennie Eyers, 01558 650416 www.penllergare.orgWorking to restore the historic Penllergare estate as a public park.

Rosehill Quarry GroupJannie Cherry, 01792 477863Volunteer group maintaining a wildlife area and recreational space for thoseliving in and around Mount Pleasant and Townhill.

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)Maggie Cornelius, 01792 229244 www.rspb.org.uk/groups/westglamorganThe local RSPB Members Group holds walks and talks open to all members of the public.

Sculpture by the SeaSara Holden, 01792 367571 www.sculpturebythesea.co.ukAn environmental arts group based in Swansea which enables children andadults to engage with nature in a creative way.

Sustainable SwanseaDelyth Higgins or Dai Power, 01792 480200 www.sustainableswansea.netHelping Swansea become a more sustainable place to live, work and visit.

SustransFraser Arnott, 07786 984063 www.sustrans.org.ukAiming to reduce dependence on the car and encouraging more walking and cycling.


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Swansea and District Organic Gardening GroupJane Vickrage, 01792 869098The group has regular meetings to promote and support organic gardening.

Swansea Canal Society0844 209 4548 (answerphone) swanseacanalsociety.comPromoting the regeneration, renewal and restoration of Swansea Canalthrough recreation, education and culture.

Swansea Civic SocietyPhilippa Watkins, 01792 203574 www.swanseacivicsociety.org.ukEncouraging a quality and sustainable built environment for Swansea.

Swansea Community FarmPhil Budd, 01792 578384 www.swanseacommunityfarm.org.ukA small working farm for the benefit of the local community with opportunitiesfor volunteers and activities for young people.

Swansea Environmental Education Forum (SEEF)Anita Houten, 01792 469817 www.seeforum.org.ukA network of organisations and individuals providing education for sustainabledevelopment and global citizenship to all sectors in Swansea.

Swansea Environmental ForumJenny Edwards, 01792 480200 www.swanseaenvironmentalforum.netAn association of organisations and individuals working together to promoteand facilitate environmental sustainability in Swansea.

Swansea Fair Trade ForumJenny Edwards, 01792 480200 www.fairtradeswansea.org.ukA partnership of local organisations seeking to promote fair trade in Swansea.

Swansea Outdoor GroupWyn Williams, 01792 470886 www.swanseaoutdoorgroup.org.ukOrganises walking, cycling and other outdoor activities, affiliated to YHA.

Swansea RamblersRoger Jones, 01792 205051 www.swansearamblers.org.ukLocal Ramblers group with a programme of regular walks throughout the year.

Swansea Waste ForumTrish Flint, 01792 635600 www.swanseawasteforum.orgPartnership that promotes and supports sustainable waste management in Swansea.

Tawe TrekkersDoug Morgan, 07766 652837 www.tawetrekkers.org.ukLocal 18–40s Ramblers group with a programme of walks throughout the year.

Transition Swanseawww.transitiontownswansea.ning.comA grassroots initiative aiming to help Swansea build resilience for climatechange and peak oil.

WheelrightsDavid Naylor, 01792 233755 www.wheelrights.org.ukSwansea Bay cycle campaign group helping to get people on bikes.

Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales: West Glamorgan GroupJo Mullett, 01792 635784 www.welshwildlife.orgPart of the largest UK voluntary organisation dedicated to conserving the fullrange of the UK’s habitats and species.

WWT National Wetland Centre WalesEleanor Keatley, 01554 741087 www.wwt.org.uk/visit-us/llanelliSpectacular birdlife and a variety of indoor and outdoor activities all year round.


The Environmental Events Swansea booklet is part funded by theCountryside Council for Wales and the Rural Development Planfor Wales 2007-2013, which is funded by the Welsh Governmentand the European Union.

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