News from Cariads Local
Articles, news and updates from our Wye Local, Local Beacon and Local Ludlow magazines.
Celebrating 20 Years of Wye Local!
To celebrate 20 years of Wye Local magazine, we asked founder and director Lisa Marie Eardley a few questions… Back in 2006, I was working as Studio Manager at a printer in Hereford. We’d just started printing a community magazine for another town, and the minute I saw it, I thought, “Hang on, our area needs something like this!”
Discover Left-Handed Art by Brian Alan-Morrison
Our November Local Talent article features a Q&A with Brian Alan-Morrison… “I have always painted, but thirty years ago I had a stroke which left me semi-paralysed and it took me years to get the confidence to paint with my left hand….”
Home-grown Opera, Ballet and Drama at Theatr Brycheiniog
This season, Theatr Brycheiniog is the place to go for home-grown opera, ballet and drama. Through November and December, the theatre welcomes both emerging and established companies…
Mill Life in Talgarth
When my family moved to Talgarth in 1980, the mill barely existed. The waterwheel had been destroyed years before to avoid water extraction fees. It was little more than a builders’ yard…
Glasbury Arts Exhibition: Highlighting the Artists
In its 23rd year, the Glasbury Arts Annual Art Exhibition opens on Friday 16th October. Part of the Wales-wide series of Celebration of Welsh Contemporary Painting exhibitions, all artworks on display this year will feature some form of painting.
Chepstow Autumn Walking Festival
Put your best foot forward this autumn! Autumn is a wonderful time to explore the countryside around Chepstow, and this year’s Chepstow Autumn Walking Festival invites you to discover the Lower Wye Valley, Monmouthshire and the Forest of Dean on foot.
New Historical Map of Brecon
The Brecknock Society & Museum Friends are delighted to invite local residents and visitors to the launch of a beautiful new historical map of Brecon and Hay-on-Wye. One of a series produced by the Historic Towns Trust…
Hedgerows in the Hills: A Unique Countryside Event
The Shropshire branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) is marking the charity’s national centenary this year with a unique two-day event celebrating the Shropshire countryside and the hedgerows and trees that shape it.
Fungi Town Returns!
Hay-on-Wye will transform into the UK’s only ‘Fungi Town’ this autumn, as the three-day festival celebrating mushrooms, toadstools, yeasts and moulds returns from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th October…
Community Archaeology
On 5th & 6th August, the Brecknock Society organised a ‘no dig’ community archaeology project to investigate a site near Penpont, 5 miles west of Brecon, known as ‘Castell Einion Sais’…
The Local Story Behind Abergavenny Food Festival
Every September, Abergavenny Food Festival transforms the town into a bustling food hub, filling its streets with local producers, live cooking, inspiring talks and thousands of people brought together by a shared love of food…
Public Go Mad for March Hares
Visitors to St Laurence’s Church in June were treated to an exhibition of photographs by Ludlow Photographic Club, displayed in the Lady Chapel, beneath the awe-inspiring Tree of Jesse window…
Hereford Military History Festival returns
Following a hugely successful first year, the Hereford Military History Festival is back for its second festival, which will take place from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th September 2026.
Music with Purpose: Inspiring Young Musicians Across South Powys
At South Powys Youth Music, we believe music changes lives by building confidence, empathy, creativity, and a vital sense of belonging. Our mission is to provide music tuition with a purpose: a pyramid of opportunities offering inspiration and motivation through learning and performing together.
Discover a Summer of History at Ludlow Castle
August is always one of the busiest months at Ludlow Castle. As schools break up and visitors arrive in the town, the Castle takes on a different atmosphere, with its ancient walls providing the backdrop to a month of medieval entertainment, historical experiences and hands-on activities.
Escape to the River: Discover the Magic of the Wye
There is something undeniably magical about seeing the world from the water. The gentle lap of the river, the sudden flash of a kingfisher darting along the bank, and the quiet rhythm of a paddle dipping into the flow. Want To Canoe are much more than just a hire company; they are a passionate, local team dedicated to sharing this magic with you.
Ludlow Farmshop Named 2026 Large Farm Shop of the Year
The winners of the 2026 Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards were revealed on 13th April, when Ludlow Farmshop were crowned Large Farm Shop of the Year! The largest category for 2026, Ludlow Farmshop beat off competition from nine other Large Farm Shop finalists.
Hay’s New Community Campus Starts to Take Shape
After years of anticipation, the Forest Road sports facilities are moving from vision to reality, thanks to the dedicated efforts of local volunteers and financial support from Powys County Council. This milestone is a significant shift for Hay.
Why Brecon’s High Street is the Heart of Our Community – And Why it Needs Us Now
Like almost every high street across the country, Brecon has faced its fair share of modern hurdles. Rising costs, changing shopping habits, and economic squeezes have threatened the traditional town centre for years. Yet, against the odds, Brecon has kept punching above its weight.
The Small Breeds Farm 35th Anniversary
This year marks the 35th Anniversary of The Small Breeds Farm Park, and we’re celebrating with a Country Anniversary Fete on Saturday 4th July. We’d love you to join us for this special family fun day…