THE CAERLEON FESTIVAL IS POSTPONED. Celf Caerleon Arts is committed to safeguarding the health and safety of all. The coronavirus pandemic has caused us to review our plans for 2020 in the context of evolving circumstances. Taking into account – the danger of transmission to people of all ages; the vulnerability of people aged 70+ […]
CORONAVIRUS Celf Caerleon Arts is committed to the health and safety of all. Accordingly, unfolding developments will be carefully monitored and adjustments to plans considered and implemented as appear to be necessary. The Festival continues, but in the words of the song we shall be “reviewing the situation.” Tim Davidson Chair
Mari Lwyd in Caerleon – a Community event On Saturday 11th January the start of the traditional Welsh New Year – HEN GALAN – was celebrated with the arrival of the MARI LWYD in Caerleon. Thanks to Henry Lutman for once again presenting his Sidmouth Folk Festival Horse Trials prize winning Mari most ably […]
In November 2018 the Community of Caerleon commemorated the centenary of the Armistice that ended “The Great War” – the “War to end all wars” – now known as the “First World War.” “Caerleon Remembers” in St. Cadoc’s Church was a fitting tribute to the local men and women who served in the War, some of […]
Christmas came early to Caerleon. The Town Hall was a treasury of treats – gastro-goodies and gifts. Business was brisk. The Community came together to browse, chat and buy, serenaded by Choir and Harp. Santa “ho-ho’d” around the Hall to everyone’s delight. Musicians, seeking refuge from the rain, relocated from the Common and carols were […]
Hello Field workers. I know I probably said that’s it for this year’s fieldwork, and you’re all busy preparing for Christmas, but I’m sure you’d want to help clear up a bit so our meadow can look like this next Summer, or even better. The wonderful Wildflower Earth borders, you so diligently laid over the last […]
Review Treorchy Male Choir concert St Cadoc’s Church 22nd November 2019 The Church was filled to capacity with an expectant audience – expectations were fulfilled – the TREORCHY MALE CHOIR was triumphant and guest soloist, RHODRI PRYS JONES, exceptional. A varied programme of music embracing the traditional, classical and popular from around the globe satisfied […]
Sarah McQuaid in concert at St Cadoc’s Church, Caerleon on Thursday 7th November 2019 Expectations of Sarah McQuaid were high – she exceeded them. Singer, songwriter and musician – a consummate performer whose rapport with the audience demonstrated insight, empathy and humour. A programme of variety and scope with pleasant surprises. Her soulful voice […]
A FREE EVENT FROM the Community Hub, Kent Court, Caerleon, NP18 3FG – on SATURDAY 9th NOVEMBER at 10am there will be a Talk & Performance event, followed by a walk through Caerleon, finishing at 1pm. Like lots of places, Caerleon has many residents aged 65+. We go behind the statistics to discover how people grew […]
