The Eisteddfod Proclamation procession walked to Caldicot Castle for the Proclamation Ceremony from the town centre. Former Wales rugby star Robin McBryde (center) is photographed with the ceremonial Gorssedd sword). Historically, the Eisteddfod’s intention to visit an area must be proclaimed at least a year and a day before the beginning of the festival.
Former member of the British Army Parachute Regiment Anthony Stone (75) has maintained his interest in military history and reenactment by demonstrating medieval weaponry at Caldicot Castle where he gives informative and entertaining living history lessons to the visitors. Anthony has engaged in this hobby for over 50 years and he now supports Caldicot Castle … More Living History at Caldicot Castle
Nunsense (1985) is a musical comedy with a book, music, and lyrics by Dan Goggin. (Dan Goggin is an American writer, composer, and lyricist for musical theatre). Originating as a line of greeting cards, Goggin expanded the concept into a cabaret that ran for 38 weeks, and eventually into a full-length musical. The original Off-Broadway … More Nunsense at the Dolman
A Medieval weekend commemorating the 600th Anniversary of the Battle of Agincourt was held at Raglan Castle. In the year commemorating the 600th Anniversary of the Battle of Agincourt, Raglan Castle told the story of the Blue Knight of Gwent, Sir William ap Thomas who built Raglan Castle and fought alongside the victorious King Harri … More Agincourt 600 at Raglan Castle
The recently restored Llanyrafon Manor had a role during the Second World War as a base for Land Girls or members of the Women’s Land Army, who played a key role in the war effort on the home front by taking on roles in agriculture vacated by men who had joined the services.
Morris dancing first appeared as an entertainment at the royal courts and city guilds at the end of the 15th century. By 1700 it had spread and could be found in towns and villages throughout Great Britain. The Morris Men performed at Church Ales and town festivities. The earliest known and surviving English written mention … More Morris Men at Chepstow
Monmouthshire food festival held at Caldicot Castle provided cookery demonstration theatre, producers market, look and learn theatre, BBQ corner, children’s quarter and an incredible edible – an urban gardening project display.
There are 4 Europe Direct Information Centres in Wales, which contribute to the 16 Europe Direct Information Centres in the UK. The Centres in Wales provide EU information and advice to the public; engage in outreach activities with schools and attend local and national events such as the National Eisteddfod. The Welsh Europe Direct Information … More Europe Direct at Hay Festival
Mark Forrest is the presenter of the BBC’s all-local radio evening programme, which launched in England and the Channel Islands on January, 7 2013.
Steve McCurry has been one of the most iconic voices in contemporary photography for more than thirty years, with scores of magazine and book covers, over a dozen books, and countless exhibitions around the world to his name. Steve McCurry gave an interesting and informative talk about some of his photographic adventures across the world: … More Steve McCurry at Hay
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