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Cyfarthfa Castle, the jewel in the crown at Merthyr Tydfil celebrates its bicentennial year! The whole town is celebrating through a variety of creative endeavours including events, artworks, and community engagement - Check out our full list of Cyfarthfa200 events and join us to celebrate in style.
Cyfarthfa: Past, Present, Future
Step into the story of Cyfarthfa, where the echoes of the past meet the vision of the future. From the roaring furnaces of the industrial age to contemporary histories and the vibrant plans for tomorr...
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C200 Schools and Community Groups Exhibition
This exhibition is the culmination of work created by partner schools and community groups, celebrating the history of Cyfarthfa’s 200th anniversary. It explores Cyfarthfa’s history, firstly as a home...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge February - Merthyr Tracks
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Norena Shopland Talk - Rainbowing Merthyr
The history of sexual orientation and gender identity stretches back to antiquity. Come along and hear about Merthyr's LGBTQ+ history, full of fascinating people, controversies, and happy endings. &nb...
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Galentines at the Castle, with Cosy Throws
With the help of the talented ‘Cosy Throws’ we invite you to celebrate Valentines Day with your friends, and make your own hearts using wool. A lovely keepsake to take home. A small selec...
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Flower Power - an adult art workshop
Join Klara for an in inclusive Flower Art workshop- where you’ll learn, discuss, and make a keepsake inspired by LGBTQIA+ History month. Flower Power - an adult art workshop on Saturday 8th Feb...
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Chloe England: The History of the Wedding Ring
Join Chloe and let her share with you her knowledge on the history of the wedding ring across various times and cultures. Booking is essential. Please follow the Get Tickets link.
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Eco Painting with artist Jordan Sallis
Join Jordan Sallis for this two-hour adult and family workshop. During the session you'll experiment with natural inks and paints in this relaxed session and create your very own eco artwork. T...
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Cyfarthfa Memories Cafe
A chance to look at the artefacts and memorabilia of the castle, and share your personal memories.
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Penry Williams: Georgetown to Rome
Discover more about one of Merthyr's beloved artists, Penry Williams, with local Historian Ben Price. Booking is essential - please follow the Get Tickets link.
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Trevithick and Merthyr Railways Heritage Walk - (MORNING WALK CANCELLED DUE TO BAD WEATHER)
THE MORNING WALK HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO BAD WEATHER! This year is Railway 200 across the UK to celebrate 200 years since the first passenger journey. Merthyr was ahead of the game and the fi...
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Commemorative bicentennial Plates Workshop
Join us at half term to celebrate Cyfarthfa Castle being 200 years old. During this workshop you will be able to design and decorate a commemorative plate to take home. 1000 - 1200hrs 130...
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Family Tree Craft Workshop
Cyfarthfa Castle was originally built as a home for the Crawshay Family. During this family-friendly workshop you can discover more about the family, then create and take home your own family tree! &n...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge March - Merthyr Sports
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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🐦 Birds at the Bothy 🐦
Here is our next family event at the Bothy, Cyfarthfa Park. We think it will be a busy morning making feeders for the birds and some bird identification tasks. Please...
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International Women's Day Walking Tour
Take a walk from the castle down to the town centre with Charlotte and Zoe and discover more about the influential women of Merthyr's past. This walk will start at the Lucy Thomas Fountain in M...
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Chris Parry - Lecture
Local historian Chris Parry will launch his exciting new talk for International Women's Month. 1400 - 1500hrs Booking is essential - please follow the Get Tickets link.
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Merthyr Half Marathon
The event is organised and run by Merthyr Running Club. It utilises the Trevithick trail and the Taff Trail. It is predominately run on road/tarmac, but does have a small trail section. It star...
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Cyfarthfa Castle Launches New Contemporary Arts Prize - Juxtaposed
Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery is launching a new arts prize. The prize – entitled Cyfarthfa: Juxtaposed – is being launched as part of Cyfarthfa’s bicentenary celebrations this y...
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Paint and Sip - Bicentennial Edition
The wonderful Kiera Moran will be hosting a guided workshop to assist you in crafting your very own masterpiece to take home - Prosecco included, if you need a little inspiration! 1900 - 2000hr...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge April - Merthyr Kings
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Easter Chocolate Workshop
Join us at Easter half term for a delicious chocolate decorating workshop for families. Booking is essential - please follow the Get Tickets link.
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Orbit Community Art Group
Orbit Community Art Group Exhibition Come along and chat to the artists over a free cuppa. It’s a chance to find out how they work, where they get their ideas from and get some real advice on deve...
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Family Easter Workshop
Keep the children entertained over easter half term with our Easter craft themed workshop. 1000 - 1200hrs 1300 - 1500hrs Booking is essential - please follow the Get Tickets link. ...
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Cyfarthfa Memory Cafe - On Tour
For one session only our memory cafe will be held at Plas Coffi in the town centre. Join us for a chance to explore memorabilia and artefacts from the castle as a school, and share your o...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge May - Merthyr Kicking Off
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Dowlais Visual Arts Group Celebration Day
You are invited to see art created by local artists - enjoy a 'Walk & Talk' with local historian Huw Williams, plus children's art activities provided. (Must be accompanied by adults). 17th...
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Historical Geocaching Family Day
Hunt the hidden boxes (caches) around Cyfarthfa Park and learn about the area's exciting history. Ticketing information to come. What is geocaching? Geocaching is a real-wor...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge June - Merthyr Around the World
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge July - Merthyr Warriors
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge August - Merthyr Life
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge September - Merthyr People
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Laura Ashley Centenary Celebration Day
The Laura Ashley Centenary Celebration Day 6th September 2025 10.30 AM - 3.00PM You are invited to see art created by local artists - enjoy a 'Walk & Talk' with local historia...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge October - Merthyr Poets
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge November - Merthyr Writers
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge December - Merthyr History
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge April - Merthyr Kings
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Easter Chocolate Workshop
Join us at Easter half term for a delicious chocolate decorating workshop for families. Booking is essential - please follow the Get Tickets link.
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Orbit Community Art Group
Orbit Community Art Group Exhibition Come along and chat to the artists over a free cuppa. It’s a chance to find out how they work, where they get their ideas from and get some real advice on deve...
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Family Easter Workshop
Keep the children entertained over easter half term with our Easter craft themed workshop. 1000 - 1200hrs 1300 - 1500hrs Booking is essential - please follow the Get Tickets link. ...
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Cyfarthfa Memory Cafe - On Tour
For one session only our memory cafe will be held at Plas Coffi in the town centre. Join us for a chance to explore memorabilia and artefacts from the castle as a school, and share your o...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge May - Merthyr Kicking Off
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Dowlais Visual Arts Group Celebration Day
You are invited to see art created by local artists - enjoy a 'Walk & Talk' with local historian Huw Williams, plus children's art activities provided. (Must be accompanied by adults). 17th...
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Historical Geocaching Family Day
Hunt the hidden boxes (caches) around Cyfarthfa Park and learn about the area's exciting history. Ticketing information to come. What is geocaching? Geocaching is a real-wor...
Learn More
Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge June - Merthyr Around the World
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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Merthyr Reads 200 - Reading Challenge July - Merthyr Warriors
To celebrate the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle we've created (with your help) a list of 200 books written about Merthyr or by the people of Merthyr! This is just a small fraction of a l...
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