Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
Pedair are a Welsh folk ‘supergroup’ made up of possibly the 4 most promient female Welsh folk musicians currently – Gwyneth Glyn, Gwenan Gibbard, Sian James and Meinir Gwilym. They have released a number of singles and albums to critical acclaim, as well as performing at a number of venues and the National Eisteddfod. They […]
In keeping with Ruthin’s status as a historic market town, the Market Hall on Market Street has for several years included high quality arts, crafts, food and drink from local producers and traders from further afield. The Hall is part of the town’s historic Town Hall Complex which will shortly be brought back into community […]
Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
An evening with local bands and musicians in one of the town’s public houses. There may be an opportunity for walk-ins to perform so please bring along your voice and instrument if you have one! The Wine Vaults is located on Castle Street adjoining the square and serves a range of beers and beverages in […]
Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
A combination of 2 Welsh traditions. The first a concert with 2 local choirs namely Cor Dyffryn Clwyd and Cor Meibion Marchan who both enjoyed some success at the National Eisteddfod in Boduan in 2023. The second a ‘Cymanfa’ which is the tradition of Welsh congregational hymn singing normally in a religious building. The event […]
A workshop with renowned glass artists Brian Duffy. Brian has been working with glass since leaving school and now has 33 years of experience in the art form. He attended University where he achieved a degree in Architectural Glass Design and researched the light altering effects of glass, and then continuing to achieve a Masters […]
The beautiful garden at Nantclwyd y Dre is mainly maintained by volunteers from the local community and beyond who devote hundreds of hours every year to ensure the garden looks as fantastic as it does. The session is open to everyone who is interested in volunteering just for the day or on a more regular […]
Free sessions at the town’s Library on Record Street for children and mothers to attend to help young children with starting to read and an opportunity to relax in a peaceful environment. Booking in advance is essential via facebook. The town’s Library was formerly the town’s Judicial Court next door to the town’s Police Station […]
Included with normal admission prices A fun activity for the whole family at the town’s historic Gaol with attendees attempting to break out of the prison which is no small achievement! The Gaol’s very purpose was to keep people locked in until it closed in 1916, and only a very small number of people managed […]
Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
Free sessions at the town’s Library on Record Street for children and mothers to attend to help young children with starting to read and an opportunity to relax in a peaceful environment. Booking in advance is essential via facebook. The town’s Library was formerly the town’s Judicial Court next door to the town’s Police Station […]
Free sessions at the town’s Library on Record Street for children and mothers to attend to help young children with starting to read and an opportunity to relax in a peaceful environment. Booking in advance is essential via facebook. The town’s Library was formerly the town’s Judicial Court next door to the town’s Police Station […]
A concert at the town’s main Theatre with students from Ysgol Brynhyfryd and local schools performing a wide range of art forms including music. Children and young people from the Ruthin area enjoyed particular success in the Urdd Eisteddfod in Meifod in the past few weeks, and this will be their opportunity to shine once […]
Local author Gene Moran will be talking about his semi-autobiographical novel 'Running on the Spectrum' which relates the story of Tom Mallalieu, a teacher working in a North Wales special school, and his sometimes challenging pupils. Tom soon realises that building a relationship with his students is essential if any teaching or learning is to […]
A workshop with renowned glass artists Brian Duffy. Brian has been working with glass since leaving school and now has 33 years of experience in the art form. He attended University where he achieved a degree in Architectural Glass Design and researched the light altering effects of glass, and then continuing to achieve a Masters […]
This choir was formed relatively recently and rehearses on a weekly basis normally at Ruthin Market Hall (but at times in St Peters Church). The choir’s membership does consist of people who have been diagnosed with dementia and also their family members, but also a wide range of people – but everyone wants to sing […]
With the Top of Town event on the following Saturday, this is an opportunity for people who have agreed already to volunteer but also people who are interested in volunteering to come along and learn more about the work and ask questions to the festival committee. It is also a great opportunity to meet other […]
A workshop with renowned glass artists Brian Duffy. Brian has been working with glass since leaving school and now has 33 years of experience in the art form. He attended University where he achieved a degree in Architectural Glass Design and researched the light altering effects of glass, and then continuing to achieve a Masters […]
Included with normal admission prices A fun activity for the whole family at the town’s historic Gaol with attendees attempting to break out of the prison which is no small achievement! The Gaol’s very purpose was to keep people locked in until it closed in 1916, and only a very small number of people managed […]
Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
The Welsh language tradition where two competing teams from different areas go against each other in several poetry categories such as sonnet and englyn, with a judge in the middle to adjudicate the entries of both teams and award points accordingly. Whoever has the most points at the end of the competitive stages win the […]
In keeping with Ruthin’s status as a historic market town, the Market Hall on Market Street has for several years included high quality arts, crafts, food and drink from local producers and traders from further afield. The Hall is part of the town’s historic Town Hall Complex which will shortly be brought back into community […]
A guided tour around one of Ruthin’s most historic gardens which is maintained by volunteers. The garden includes the Lord’s Garden which has been in use for around six centuries, with various uses in different sections such as a wildflower garden and vegetable growing area. The Lord’s Garden was restored around 10 years ago with […]
Included with normal admission prices A fun activity for the whole family at the town’s historic Gaol with attendees attempting to break out of the prison which is no small achievement! The Gaol’s very purpose was to keep people locked in until it closed in 1916, and only a very small number of people managed […]
Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
With the visitors from Ruthin’s twin town of Briec arriving the day before, Briec’s pipe band the ‘Bagad’ will be performing at some venues locally prior to their main performances at the festival’s Top of Town on the last Saturday of the week. They will be performing for the residents at Llys Awelon and then […]
With the visitors from Ruthin’s twin town of Briec arriving the day before, Briec’s pipe band the ‘Bagad’ will be performing at some venues locally prior to their main performances at the festival’s Top of Town on the last Saturday of the week. They will be performing for the residents at Llys Awelon and then […]
An evening for local poets and writers to come together in the relaxed atmosphere of the town’s Library. Everyone is welcome from experienced poets and writers to ones that are just starting off, or people who just want to listen. It is an opportunity to read out your work to a captive audience, or to […]
The Allstyles Music Club has been running for many years located most recently at the Feathers Bar in the function room at the rear of the building. The members and attendees are local musicians and artists with the club offering an opportunity for them to perform, as well as inviting musicians and artists from others […]
An opportunity for local writers and writers from further afield to come together and help others to write creatively and get inspiration. Again, people who have been writing for many years as well as beginners are very welcome. The Town Library offers a range of services beyond the borrowing of books and hosting events and […]
In keeping with Ruthin’s status as a historic market town, the Market Hall on Market Street has for several years included high quality arts, crafts, food and drink from local producers and traders from further afield. The Hall is part of the town’s historic Town Hall Complex which will shortly be brought back into community […]
A guided tour around one of Ruthin’s most historic gardens which is maintained by volunteers. The garden includes the Lord’s Garden which has been in use for around six centuries, with various uses in different sections such as a wildflower garden and vegetable growing area. The Lord’s Garden was restored around 10 years ago with […]
Included with normal admission prices A fun activity for the whole family at the town’s historic Gaol with attendees attempting to break out of the prison which is no small achievement! The Gaol’s very purpose was to keep people locked in until it closed in 1916, and only a very small number of people managed […]
Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
A two-course meal, film and ice cream in the £30 price Arrive by 7.15 pm for dinner at 7.30 pm. Then the film at 8.30 pm An opportunity to view a film and have a meal in one of Ruthin’s most popular establishments. While the Manorhaus has been a popular venue in the town for […]
In keeping with Ruthin’s status as a historic market town, the Market Hall on Market Street has for several years included high quality arts, crafts, food and drink from local producers and traders from further afield. The Hall is part of the town’s historic Town Hall Complex which will shortly be brought back into community […]
The event at Resource’s shop on St Peters Square (formerly Barclays Bank) is open to everyone. The shop is full of items which are available to purchase for re-use ranging from household utensils and paint, to books and furniture. Resource is a not for profit social enterprise which also operates the café at Crown House […]
A guided tour around one of Ruthin’s most historic gardens which is maintained by volunteers. The garden includes the Lord’s Garden which has been in use for around six centuries, with various uses in different sections such as a wildflower garden and vegetable growing area. The Lord’s Garden was restored around 10 years ago with […]
Included with normal admission prices A fun activity for the whole family at the town’s historic Gaol with attendees attempting to break out of the prison which is no small achievement! The Gaol’s very purpose was to keep people locked in until it closed in 1916, and only a very small number of people managed […]
Firth Flock Flowers are a relatively new venture started in 2022 who hand grow flowers on a small farm in the Graigfechan area. Sustainability is the centre of the business with the flowers grown organically in harmony with wildlife, with ducks providing pest control and the fertiliser from a flock of native Black Welsh Mountain […]
Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
The main event of the festival week. 7 hours of music and dance on 2 stages on the towns historic square with artists ranging from Bwncath and Fleur de Lys, to Hoverla Ukrainian Dancers and local artists Shambolix and Geraint Woolford. It is an event for the whole community to come together for an afternoon […]
Included with normal admission prices A fun activity for the whole family at the town’s historic Gaol with attendees attempting to break out of the prison which is no small achievement! The Gaol’s very purpose was to keep people locked in until it closed in 1916, and only a very small number of people managed […]
Daily trips around one of Ruthin’s most iconic buildings with a member of Denbighshire County Council’s Heritage Service. The Gaol was in use to incarcerate law breakers for several centuries with the frontage facing Clwyd Street built in 1774 and the main ‘Pentonville’ block in the 1860s. After the Gaol closed in 1916, it then […]
The event is part of a national campaign to have as many gardens open across the UK for people to enjoy them but also to raise money for the scheme’s beneficiary charities. There can be little doubt that Nantclwyd’s garden is one of the best in the Ruthin area, with a range of different flowers […]
With the project to restore the Town Clock starting within a few weeks after the festival, this is an opportunity to learn more about the project and the clock’s history. Built in 1883 to commemorate the life and service of Joseph Peers to Ruthin and the local area, it is an icon of the town […]
Free entry, but must be booked in advance (call 01824 704774) A bilingual conversation about what is now a little known mass petition in Welsh history – namely the Women’s Petition of 1924. Hundreds of thousands of Welsh women signed a petition gathered by a few prominent ladies in an attempt to encourage the United […]
Pool Park is a large mansion with its adjacent buildings and walled garden around 2 miles from Ruthin towards Clawddnewydd. Built in the 1820s for the Bagot family, it remained in their ownership until the 1920s, when it was briefly owned by Tate and Lyle (the sugar refiners), and then as a wing of the […]
The famous 'Top of Town' event is enjoyed by thousands each year. A celebration of culture, music and friendship held between two stages at the heart of Ruthin's St Peter's Square. The atmosphere is electric and this spectacular event includes a bar and childrens areas. 1pm - Clock Stage: Ysgol Penbarras 1:20pm - LE Jones […]
