The Brecon Beacons National Park

Brecon Beacons National Park one of Britains breathing spaces

Events at Cyfarthfa Castle

@ Cyfarthfa Museum & Art Gallery

24th - 26th May
European Geoparks Fortnight: discovering local geology. Learn about how the local landscape was formed by getting hands-on with our geology collections. Staff will be on hand to answer your questions. Drop in Event.

2nd June 2008 - 30th July 2008
Fit for Merthyr
An exhibition exploring Merthyr Tydfil’s rich sporting heritage. From legendary boxers such as Howard Winstone & Johnny Owen to Merthyr Tydfil Football Club’s famous victory over Seria A team Atalanta.

28th - 31st July 2008
Create a family history scrapbook
This is a workshop for the whole family. Bring along photographs, certificates and other paper based memories that can be photocopied. Merthyr Library and Merthyr family history group will be available throughout the event for advice and to help answer any questions you have about family history. FREE Booking is essential - call the museum on 01685 723112 or e-mail us Click to email .

1st August - 30th September 2008
Childhood Memories
An exhibition looking at the objects associated with childhood; including toys, costume and school memorabilia.

11th - 15th August 2008
Nature Trail
Drop in event. 11.00-1.00 & 2.00-4.00. FREE

4-19th October 2008
Merthyr Arts Society exhibition
An exhibition of local artists with many of the works for sale.Rag rug weaving workshop
11th & 12th October 2008
Family workshop. £2 each. Booking is essential- call 01685 723112 or e-mail Click to email

17th November - 23rd December 2008
Santa Claus the Photographs

An exhibition of Santa Claus as he has appeared in department stores over the years by photographer Walter Waygood.Christmas at Cyfarthfa
17th, 18th & 19th December 2008, 5pm - 7pm
Join our festive celebrations at Cyfarthfa Castle Museum. There will be children's activities and games. Father Christmas will be making a special appearance. Booking is essential - call the museum on 01685 723112 or e-mail Click to email

Events at Cyfarthfa Castle is in Merthyr Tydfil

The Brecon Beacons National Park

The Brecon Beacons National Park