Join Derek Smith and friends at Bryngarw

Derek Smith

Bryngarw has a series of fab free events on Sunday’s in August, pay for car parking only. The ‘Music in the Garden’ event on the 21st August stars one of Bridgend’s most successful guitarists, Derek Smith performing live at Bryngarw Country Park in Brynmenyn, Bridgend from 2.30 – 4.30pm.

Derek will be joined by two of his Mabon musicians, Jasper Salmon on fiddle and Tim Orrell on wooden flute and whistles. Come and enjoy a family day out for an acoustic performance of the interceltic roots fusion music that is the trademark of this internationally successful band.

Join us and enjoy outdoor live music being performed upon the lawn in front of Bryngarw House, with this year’s line-up offering sounds to suit everyone’s taste:

 Sunday 21 August – Roots fusion with Derek Smith (Mabon) and friends

Sunday 28 August – Light classical with Absolute Zero Viola Quartet

Please note that there is no wet weather cover or seating provided, but you are welcome to bring your own chairs or picnic rugs. Due to this being an outdoor event; it is weather dependant, therefore we advise you to contact Bryngarw House on 01656 729009 prior to starting your journey.

 There will be children’s entertainers including balloon modelling and stilt walking. Light snacks available at the park café.

 Admission is free with a car park charge of £2.50 for all events which are set on the beautiful lawns at the award-winning 113 acres of spectacular parkland that boasts Bridgend County Borough Council’s largest picturesque landscape.

BryngarwCountryPark is part of the ‘OneHistoricGarden’ project linking heritage, gardens and opportunities acrossSouth Wales, and is part-funded by the EU’s Convergence European Regional Development Fund through Visit Wales and the Welsh Government and supported by The Valleys Heart and Soul of Wales campaign.

For more information, contact Corporate Marketing Assistant Kelly Jones on (01656) 642094. Email: kelly.jones2@bridgend.gov.uk Website: www.bridgend.gov.uk

The Garw Valley Family Bike Ride…

bicycle race, originally uploaded by beta karel.

The Garw Valley on 2 Wheels, Saturday 12th June 2010 at 10am

Starting at Bryngarw Country Park take the family for a gentle bike ride along the Garw Valley cycle path. Use our new ID guide to learn how to identify some common plant and animals, and use the map to spot different habitats along the route or just enjoy the stunning landscape you encounter.

The route starts at Bryngarw Country Park (£2 parking). Part of Wales Biodiversity Week, this is an outdoor event, so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Own Bicycle needed. Leaflet produced with map and information available on the day from the park (subject to availability). Also available from www.Bridgend.gov.uk and http://www.healthchallengebridgend.org.uk/. Contact: 01656 643196 for more information.

Bat night barbecue

7 Tuesday 8th June 2010 8:00 pm
Bat Walk and BBQ
A unique opportunity to discover the fascinating world of bats during an evening guided walk at Bryngarw Country Park just off the M4 Junction 36 near Bridgend in South Wales on Tuesday 8th June 2010 at 8pm. Stay after the walk and enjoy a burger or two and discuss the night’s activities with fellow participants and wildlife specialists.

Booking is essential for this event, which is another event to celebrate Wales Biodiversity Week. There is a cost of £2 per person (for basic “bangers & burgers”, charcoal etc). This is an outdoor event, so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. This event is weather dependent. Contact: 01656 725155 for details