Local events - 2011

Event details may change.  Contact event organisers for confirmation.

All Year

4th Fridays - Dragon Theatre
Quality Jazz & Blues gigs on the 4th Friday every month, start Jan 28th.
Call 01341 281 697 or visit www.dragontheatre.co.uk for details

R.N.L.I. Events and Open Days
Throughout the year Barmouth R.N.L.I. organise fundraising events, demonstrations and open days.  Check their website calendar at www.barmouthlifeboat.co.uk

April

Clowns Galore! Thursday 21st April, 1.30pm
The National Clown Theatre is one of Britain's last surviving travelling clown troupes. Traditional slapstick, quick change illusionist, human slinky acrobat, prizes, surprises and more.
Call 01341 281 697 or visit www.dragontheatre.co.uk

Friendly Fairbourne Engines - April 24th-25th
The steam engines will be wearing their friendly faces and there will be children’s activities. Lord Bart the Stout Director will be in command and all the child passengers receive a ‘goodie bag’. Call 01341 250 362 or visit www.fairbournerailway.com

May

Mawddach Paddlesports Festival - 21st & 22nd May
A weekend of canoe, kayak & Celtic longboat events and challenges.  Contact Barmouth Tourist Information Centre on 01341 280787

Fairbourne Railway 'Little to Large' - May 29th & 30th
Everything in steam, including miniature models & traction engines.
Call 01341 250 362 or visit www.fairbournerailway.com

June

Barmouth to Fort William Three Peaks Yacht Race - June 25th
Yachts leave the harbour at 3.00pm. The race proceeds to Caernarfon where two crew members race to the summit of Snowdon and return, then on to Whitehaven for the ascent of Scafell Pike and finally to Fort William and Ben Nevis. Race start in Barmouth is preceded by a procession of the yachts from the harbour to the start line off shore, with many events on the quayside to entertain the onlookers. Contact Denis Howell 01341 247 553 or visit www.threepeaksyachtrace.co.uk

July

Cambrian Coast Steam Train - July
The days of steam return to Barmouth. dates & prices to be announced. Travel aboard ‘The Cambrian’ from Machynlleth to Porthmadog or Pwllheli and revel in the romance of the steam train. Sit back and view beautiful Cardigan Bay on one side and the mountains of Snowdonia on the other. A day for all the family to relax and discover the magnificent Cambrian Coast. Contact www.westcoastrailways.co.uk

Country Music & Linedancer Festival - July 2nd & 3rd
A weekend of Country and Western music and dancing in Talbot Square in the centre of the town. This popular event attracts ever increasing support and has now been extended to a full weekend, with associated evening events. Contact Mike Evans 01341 280 925

The Barmouth Kite Festival - July 9th & 10th
Colourful festival of kite-flying making great viewing for spectators. Contact Waine Hucker for details 07855 810636

Friendly Fairbourne Engines - July 25th - 26th
The steam engines will be wearing their friendly faces and there will be children’s activities. Lord Bart the Stout Director will be in command and all the child passengers receive a ‘goodie bag’. Call 01341 250 362 or visit www.fairbournerailway.com

Dyffryn & Tal-y-Bont Fun Day - July 31st
Live music, stalls, rides, fun events and plenty of activities to entertain the whole family. www.funday.co.nr

August

Cambrian Coast Steam Train - August
The days of steam return to Barmouth. dates & prices to be announced. Travel aboard ‘The Cambrian’ from Machynlleth to Porthmadog or Pwllheli and revel in the romance of the steam train. Sit back and view beautiful Cardigan Bay on one side and the mountains of Snowdonia on the other. A day for all the family to relax and discover the magnificent Cambrian Coast. Contact www.westcoastrailways.co.uk

August at the Dragon Theatre
Over the last few years the theatre has hosted two shows per week during August. Also this year, on Saturday 20th August, following a sell-out success in 2010, 'The Sensations' provide an evening of Motown classics not to be missed. Call 01341 281 697 or visit www.dragontheatre.co.uk

September

Cambrian Coast Steam Train - September
The days of steam return to Barmouth. dates & prices to be announced. Travel aboard ‘The Cambrian’ from Machynlleth to Porthmadog or Pwllheli and revel in the romance of the steam train. Sit back and view beautiful Cardigan Bay on one side and the mountains of Snowdonia on the other. A day for all the family to relax and discover the magnificent Cambrian Coast. Contact www.westcoastrailways.co.uk

Barmouth Arts Festival - September 3rd - 10th
Taking place mainly in the Dragon Theatre, the programme is a mix of classical and popular entertainment including professional and local artists in music concerts and drama productions, plus exhibitions. Contact Melville Penzer 01341 242 703 or visit www.barmouthartsfestival.co.uk

Llanbedr Beer Festival
Usually the last weekend in September. Unconfirmed at time of writing, this lively weekend for lovers of real ale gives the opportunity to try locally brewed beers and enjoy some splendid Welsh hospitality. www.llanbedrbeerfestival.co.uk 

BarmouBarmouth Festival of Walking - September 17th to 26th
Ten day festival of guided walks for all abilites, in beautiful countryside.  Visit www.barmouthwalkingfestival.co.uk

October

Barnardos 20 mile Sponsored Walk - October 8th
A very worthwhile opportunity to enjoy walking in Southern Snowdonia. Contact Stan Taylor 01341 280 153

Fairbourne Halloween Train - October 29th
The Fright Train leaves 6.30pm. Booking Essential.
Tel 01341 250 362 or visit www.fairbournerailway.com

Barmouth Motocross Weekend - Last weekend: October Half Term
Please check dates with organiser before booking.

Motor cycles and quad bikes race on a specially prepared circuit on Barmouth’s extensive sands. Contact Coastline Tyres 01341 281 215

December

Fairbourne Santa Special Trains - December 17th & 18th
Santa Specials run at 11.30 & 1.30 on both days. Booking required. Call 01341 250 362 or visit www.fairbournerailway.com