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Wales Broadcast Archive celebrates national broadcasting heritage

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THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES has announced an impressive series of events to commemorate the rich heritage of broadcasting in the country. Hosted in partnership with major Welsh broadcasters such as BBC Cymru Wales, ITV Cymru Wales, and S4C, the “Wales Broadcast Archive Presents…” series promises to be a veritable feast for fans of Welsh television and radio.

The series is designed to spotlight the contributions of stars from various realms of broadcasting, including drama, comedy, presenting, and journalism. The events will be enriched by rare clips from the broadcasting archives, bringing to life the stories and experiences of the featured personalities.

In the first event scheduled for October 26th, the globally renowned actor and heartthrob of Y Gwyll / Hinterland, Richard Harrington, will share the stage with presenter Ffion Dafis. November will see the talented comedian, singer, and presenter Caryl Parry Jones regale the audience with stories and songs, again hosted by Ffion. Both these events are set to be held at the revered National Library for Wales in Aberystwyth.

Richard Harrington, set to be interviewed by Ffion Dafis on October 26th as part of the Wales Broadcast Archive Presents… series.

The third event promises to be an extraordinary evening at Carmarthen Library’s Clip Corner. Scheduled for January 25th of next year, it will feature a stellar lineup of BBC Radio Wales presenters from yesteryears and today, presided over by Dot Davies. Attendees can expect insightful interviews with journalist Gilbert John, presenter Roy Noble, and reggae sensation and presenter Aleighcia Scott. Furthermore, a nostalgic dip into the archives will showcase news and happenings from Carmarthen’s rich history.

Tickets for these intriguing events are now up for grabs on the library’s official website.

The Wales Broadcast Archive is a noble initiative funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Welsh Government, and the national library. Its mission is to safeguard and present the broadcasting heritage of Wales to the public. Dafydd Tudur, the archive project manager for the national library, shared, “Our primary goal is to welcome people from all walks of life to explore and relish the Wales Broadcast Archive.”

The archive, by the end of its journey, will provide public access to half a million video and audio clips, chronicling the history of radio and television in Wales.

For those interested in diving into the visual history of Wales, tickets are available on the library’s website: events.library.wales.

For further details or interview requests, please reach out to Rhodri ap Dyfrig, the Head of Marketing and Audiences at the National Library of Wales.

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Solva Edge Festival to celebrate 10th anniversary this July

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THOUSANDS expected for Pembrokeshire’s most spirited summer weekend

SOLVA Edge Festival returns from 25–27 July, promising a packed weekend of music, culture and coastal charm — and this year marks a major milestone as the community-run event celebrates its 10th anniversary.

Set in the heart of Solva with dramatic views over the Pembrokeshire coastline, the not-for-profit festival has grown into one of the most loved events in the West Wales summer calendar. Organisers say the 2025 event — dubbed “Edge X” — will be the most ambitious yet.

Headline acts include Dirty Weekend, Daft Punkz and Who’s Molly

This year’s musical line-up is led by high-energy favourites Dirty Weekend, dance-pop crowd-pleasers Daft Punkz, and the anthemic Who’s Molly. Festival regulars will also welcome the return of Good Times, while the coveted ‘legends slot’ will be filled by Fleetwood Mad, a tribute act drawing crowds across the UK for their faithful recreation of Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits.

Activities for all ages

In addition to the music, organisers have confirmed a broad range of activities. These include:

  • Children’s entertainment, from magicians to singalongs;
  • A literary reading of Erimos, a new work exploring myth and hope, with author Mark Lewis and illustrator Peter Stevenson;
  • Guided walks with the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park team.

Festival-goers can also enjoy artisan stalls, henna tattoos, street food, and local ales at the popular Green Scar Bar.

A festival with heart

Solva Edge is unique in being run entirely by volunteers, with all proceeds returned to the community through grants and bursaries. Past beneficiaries include Solva AFC, St Davids Guides, Strength Academy Wales, Simpson’s Cross Activities Group, and Victoria Hall in Roch.

Organiser Luci Chapman said: “This is a special year for us — ten years of celebrating music, community and the coastline we love. Every ticket bought helps fund youth groups, sports clubs and creative projects across North Pembrokeshire.”

The event takes place at Solva Football Club, Maes Y Mor, Solva, SA62 6XW, with free parking on site.

Tickets are available online at www.edgefestival.co.uk or at the gate.


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Milford Haven gears up for Carnival Day 2025 – Festivities at The Lord Nelson Hotel

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Milford Haven is alive with anticipation as Carnival Day 2025 sails into town this Saturday, and The Lord Nelson Hotel is going all out to mark the occasion with a day full of vibrant celebrations.

Set for Saturday 5th July, The Lord Nelson is throwing open its doors from 9am for a jam-packed day of carnival fun, music, and food. The popular venue has announced it will be walk-in only, with no reserved seating – so locals are encouraged to arrive early to grab a spot.

With three bars open throughout the day and a BBQ sizzling from 12pm to 6pm, guests can expect mouth-watering food and refreshing drinks. (Note: the hotel’s usual menu won’t be available during the BBQ hours.)

The afternoon promises a musical treat, kicking off with live music with Steve Bartram from 4pm, followed by a West presents DJ stage to keep the carnival spirit alive well into the evening.

“It’s set to be one of our biggest and best Carnival Days yet,” said owner James Findlay . “We’re excited to welcome everyone to celebrate with great food, live entertainment, and a real community atmosphere.”

Sunday 6th July brings a more relaxed vibe, with the hotel offering a hearty breakfast from 8am to 11am, followed by a lunch menu (12pm–3pm) and an evening service from 5pm to 8:30pm. Please note – no Sunday roast will be served this weekend.

With sunshine forecast and the whole town ready to celebrate, Milford Haven’s Carnival Day is shaping up to be a highlight of the Pembrokeshire summer.

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West Wales rock band Supergene is reuniting for a special one-off show

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SUPERGENE will perform at the Queens Hall Narberth on Saturday, July 12, supporting the also recently reformed folk rock band The Blims, who are returning after a hiatus after the passing away of their drummer four years ago.

Speaking about the upcoming event Supergene keyboardist Danny Walters, who went to Fishguard school, said it was the first time getting together as this line-up for a decade.

Danny said: “Supergene has had so many different band members over the years that our singer Samuel Walters suggested they could each walk across the stage and wave to the crowd as we played the set to see which one got the loudest cheer! When I heard The Blims had decided to get back to playing live again, after losing their drummer in 2021 to cancer, I reached out to them to see what they thought of us both playing The Queens Hall, Narberth, as a kind of nostalgia celebration of the days when we thought we’d make it. They loved the idea and agreed straight away. I then pitched this to the last major iteration our band had to see who was interested. Fortunately everyone was missing playing as much as me and so we started blowing the cobwebs and dust off of the old favourites.”

“The Queens Hall has always been a favourite venue of both bands to play, and so it only seemed fitting to hit the nostalgia button there, where some of our best memories lie.”

“We have also decided to play some of the last songs we had made and never got to play live, and so the set will have three ‘brand new’ songs that deserve to be heard. Two of these songs will also be put on our 5 track EP, called Cut It Out – a newly released collection of unreleased singles and demos that until now have been sitting on hard drives doing nothing. This release is to help promote the gig, and was suggested by a fan relatively new to the band’s music that was keen to hear more.”

Martin Dann, frontman of The Blims said: “We are really looking forward to playing in the Queens Hall again. It’s been five years since we played together there and it’s always been a great venue to play, with great crowds who always make it a gig to remember. We’ve got a cracking show ready and can’t wait to rock out with our brothers Supergene.”

Doors open at 7.30pm and tickets are £15, available from www.thequeenshall.org.uk or call Box Office on 01834 861212

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