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August 13, 2025

Brecon: Brecon Buskers on Sat 16 Aug at The Monument & Outside Peacocks

 

Brecon’s set to come alive with music this Saturday!

Join us in town from 12–5pm as talented musicians fill the streets with their fantastic live performances. Bring your friends, soak up the atmosphere, and support amazing local talent – it’s the perfect way to spend your Saturday in Brecon!

Date: Saturday 16th August
Time: 12pm – 5pm
Where: The Monument & Outside Peacocks

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Brecon: Seeking Volunteers for the Poppy Appeal

 
Brecon Town Council: 
Can you spare some time to help with the Poppy Appeal this year?

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Chepstow: Families Sports Day - Thu 21 Aug 25 at Beachley Community Centre


If interesting in attending please email: Hayley.Thairs135@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Chepstow: Chepstow AWS Out of School Summer Programme from 18 Aug 25


Click poster to enlarge.

For more information about activities please email: Sally.Wilson891@mod.gov.uk 

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Durham: Free tickets for Armed Forces Day Cricket Match 15th August

 


DURHAM CRICKET ARMED FORCES DAY MATCH - FRIDAY 15TH AUGUST 25

Durham Cricket is offering armed forces personnel, veterans, and their family members, the opportunity to attend the match for free, with up to 4 tickets per family. 

To access the tickets, visit the Durham Cricket site using this link below and entering the promo code DCForces25 at the checkout:

Access your free ticket from www.durhamcricket.co.uk

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Haverfordwest: The Edge Youth Centre Summer Schedule

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Haverfordwest: Haverfordwest Museum: Behind the Scenes on Thu 21 Aug 25


Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a museum?
Now’s your chance to find out!
Join us for “Haverfordwest Museum: Behind the Scenes” – a one-day peek into the secret life of museum objects.

Where: Pop-Up Museum, Units 24 & 25, The Riverside, Haverfordwest, SA61 2LJ
When: Thursday 21st August
Time: 1pm–4pm
Cost: Free! Just bring your curiosity.
Pop in, poke around (gently!), and maybe become part of our museum family.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Haverfordwest: Haverfordwest Carnival on Sat 16 Aug 25


Haverfordwest Town Council: 

Its HAVERFORDWEST CARNIVAL this Saturday. 

WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS to help steward on the day (between 12 and 6 p.m.). Approx 20 more stewards are needed to help keep the carnival safe and fun for everyone.

If you can help, please contact: studio@purewestradio.com

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Llantwit Major: Code Club for 7 - 13 year old's at Llantwit Major Library on Thursdays

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Chepstow: The Great SARA Duck Race - Sat 16 Aug 25


Severn Area Rescue Association - Beachley:

THE GREAT SARA DUCK RACE
Saturday 16 August 2025

Join us at the Bandstand from 10.00
Lifeboat Demonstration at 10.45
Ducks released at 12 noon
Prizes: 1st, 2nd & 3rd duck under the bridge. £1 Per duck.
Thanks to our sponsors:
FUNKY DUCK PUB & RESTAURANT; JEWSON

* Not live ducks. All rubber duckies will be scooped up from the river and put away safely after the event

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.