Events in Torfaen

1 to 25 July Mon-Fri 10.00am-5.00pm/Sat-Sun 2.00pm-5.00pm

Home & Away - Photographic Exhibition Oriel Barker Gallery: photographic record by Robert Organ of growing up in Pontypool and travelling around the world. Cafe Artist of the Month: Norma Giles - Watercolours.Small entrance fee, free to Torfaen Library card holders and members of the Museums Association. Tel: 01495 752036

1 to 31 July Tue-Sat 10.00am-5.00pm

First Exit, Second Left, Skyward - ExhibitionOpen at present and running till the 7th August: fine work on display at Upstairs at Browning''s by Susie Bright, David Trott, Louella Gwillim, Tony Tribe, Hannah Lease, Beryl Morgan, Kay Lawrence and Stuart Boydell.Free admission.Look out for Sketching courses throughout the Summer! Tel: 01495 790089

2 to 3 July 10.00am-4.00pm each day on site

Survey and Archaeological Investigation Come and watch or participate in an archaeological investigation of stone structure at Fairwater High School.Part of Ancient Cwmbran and the Cistercians Project Programme 2010. Tel: 07775 788352

3 to 4 July

Model Railway Show Enjoy this Special Event at the new extended Heritage Railway! Please check the website for latest news, timetable and fares. Tel: 01495 792263

3 July 10.00am-4.00pm

Cookery Classes - Matching Food and Wine A new programme of exciting cookery classes run by food writer and cook Lindy Wildsmith with chef and consultant Franco Taruschio OBE.The course is based on the premise prepare it, cook it, eat it. Today''s session is run by wine expert Peter Ayling and Franco. All regular classes include lunch. Tickets: £75Tel: 01989 562353

3 July

Bobbing Lace Event Organised by the Gwent Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers: have a go at Bobbing Lace!.Please note that a small charge may apply. Tel: 01633 647662

4 to 25 July 2.30pm

Music on the Patio Enjoy a feast of local music on Sunday afternoons throughout July.Come along and listen to local bands and choirs performing in a series of free open air concerts. Tel: 01495 790311

8 to 10 July 7.15pm

Dear Edwina & 13 A Congress Junior Theatre Musical double bill! Tickets: £7.00Tel: 01633868239

8 July 7.00pm-9.00pm

Launch of Pilgrim Route Circular Walk At the Hay Barn, Greenmeadow Community Farm. Part of Ancient Cwmbran and the Cistercians Project Programme 2010. Tel: 07775 788352

9 July From 11.00pm

Charity Ladies Midnight Walk Join us for a 8 mile walk around Cwmbran in aid of St David''s Foundation Hospice. Meet at Cwmbran Stadium, wear your party outfit! Tickets: £15 entry (incl T-shirt & refreshments)Tel: 01633 271364

10 July 10.00am-1.00pm

Tribal Art Workshop The development of real Iron Age Tribal designs. Part of Ancient Cwmbran and the Cistercians Project Programme 2010. Tel: 07775 788352

10 July From 2.00pm

Pontypool Carnival Annual family fun day: Mardi Gras style pageant combining music, dance, costumes, and street theatre, also stalls, fair and much more! Tel: 01495 628937

10 to 11 July

1940''s Week End & Beer Festival Annual festival with a 1940''s themed entertainment.Please check the website for latest news, timetable and fares. Tel: 01495 792263

13 July From 10.00am

Cwm Ffrwd and the Dogstone Walk Part of the Stepping Stones Short Walks Programme. Moderate walk, 5 1/2 miles, 3 hrs. Meet at Talywain Rugby Club car park GR SO 259045. Tel: 01495 772109

17 to 18 July

Diesel Gala A feast of Diesel Traction! All available locomotives will be operating on intensive timetable.Please check the website for latest news, timetable and fares. Tel: 01495 792263

17 July 2.00pm

Blaenavon Town Walks Guided walks around Blaenavon Heritage Town every Saturday until 28 August delivered by trained local guides. Meet at Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, duration approx 1 hr, easy pace, no need to book. Tickets: £5 adults (Children free)Tel: 01495 742333

18 July 10am-12 noon

Butterfly Safari Get exploring on our Butterfly Safari, see how many you can find! Free family event but booking essential as places are limited. Tel: 01633 647662

18 July 11.00am-1.00pm

Talk - Gwent Detecting Club Find out more from the Project''s metal detectorists.Part of the Ancient Cwmbran and the Cistercian Project Programme 2010. Tel: 07775 788352

19 to 31 July 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

School Holidays at the Farm Special events and activities at the Farm during the Summer break in July and August. Tickets: £4.00 child (2+) £5.00 adultTel: 01633 647662

19 July 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

School Holidays Events - More Mini Beast Madness Due to popular demand, it''s back! Pond Dipping, Mini Beast Hunts,Wonder of Worms and more!Tickets: £4.00 child (2+)/£5.00 adultTel: 01633 647662

19 to 23 July Mon-Fri 10.00am-4.30pm - Show Friday 6.00pm

Summer Show A week long summer school which will culminate with a performance for friends and family.Do a show in a week: Acting, Singing, Dancing! Suitable for youngsters aged 8 to 14, no experience needed, all costume will be provided. Tickets: £120Tel: 01633 864129

20 to 31 July

Summer Holidays Events Special Summer holidays events and activities will take place during the Summer break during July and August.Tel: 01495 742333

21 to 22 July 10.00am-12 noon

Re-Cycle It Project Free family fun every Wednesday and Thursday during the Summer School Holidays. Tel: 01495 752036

21 to 30 July 10.00am-3.00pm

School Holidays Workshop Art and Craft activities for youngsters aged 5 to 13, something different every week. July Workshops:Pirates and Wildlife; prior booking and payment required.
Tickets: £10.50 per workshop.Tel: 01633 483321

21 July 10.00am-1.00pm

Summer Workshops - Sketching Part of a summer long workshops organised by the Blaenavon Town Traders Association: Sketching with Artist Susie Bright. Booking advisable as places are limited. Tickets: £5.00Tel: 01495 790089

21 July 11.00am-1.00pm

Summer Workshops - Guitar Demonstrations Part of a summer long workshops organised by the Blaenavon Town Traders Association: Guitar Demonstrations with Stuart Pinch. Booking advisable as places are limited. Tickets: FREE of chargeTel: 01495 790089

21 July 1.30pm-3.00pm

Summer Workshops - Bass Guitar Lessons Part of a summer long workshops organised by the Blaenavon Traders Association: Bass Guitar Lessons with Stuart Pinch. Booking advisable as places are limited. Tickets: £2.00 (30 mins)Tel: 01495 790089

22 July 10.30am-11.30am

Summer Holidays Story & Craft Session For children aged 5 to 10 years, every Thursday during the School holidays.Free of charge but booking essential as places are limited. We are also running the Summer Reading Game which this year is The Space Hop. Tel: 01633 647676

23 July 8.15pm-9.30pm

Family Activities - Big Pit Bat Walk A bat expert will be on hand to help identify some of the different types of bats living around Big Pit and Coity Tip. Pre-booking required. Tel: 01495 790311

24 July 10.00am-3.00pm

Cookery Classes - Italian Picnic A new programme of exciting cookery classes run by food writer and cook Lindy Wildsmith and chef and consultant Franco Taruschio OBE. The course is based on the premise prepare it, cook it, eat it. All regular classes include lunch. Tickets: £75Tel: 01989 562353

24 to 25 July

Train Trips Normal service this week end: come and ride on the new extended Heritage Railway!Please check the website for latest news, timetable and fares. Tel: 01495 792263

24 July 11.00am & 2.00pm

Summerfun - Roots & Galoots Blue Grass Music at the Grandstand - don''t forget your dancing shoes! Tel: 01633 872121

24 July 11.00am-4.00pm

Summer Workshops - Decoupage Part of a summer long workshops organised by the Blaenavon Town Traders association: Decoupage with Pattie Jenkins. Booking advisable as places are limited. Tickets: £1.50Tel: 01495 790089

25 July 10.00am-1.00pm

GeologistSession Two A talk and question and answer session by a Geologist.Come and find out about the unusual geology of our mountain and valley in Cwmbran. Tel: 07775 788352

26 to 30 July

Miners Fortnight Miners'' Galas and family holidays in Porthcawl and Barry were highlights of the summer for coalfield communities.Bring along your memories of these events: activities include design a seaside postcard and dressing up as bathing belles and beau from days gone by!Tel: 01495 790311

27 July 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

School Holidays Events - Carry On Canine Capers Back due to popular demand! Puppy Paw Making, Scruff Dog Show, Mega Bargain Microchip and more!
Tickets: £4.00 child (2+)/£5.00 adultTel: 01633 647662

28 July 10.00am-12.30pm

Summer Workshops - Rag Rugs Part of a summer long workshops organised by the Blaenavon Town Traders Association: Rag Rugs with textile Artist Jane Dorsett.Booking advisable as places are limited. Tickets: £2.00Tel: 01495 790089

28 July 11.00am-1.00pm

Summer Workshops - Guitar Demonstrations Part of a summer long workshops organised by the Blaenavon Town Traders Association.Booking advisable as places are limited. Tickets: FREE of chargeTel: 01495 790089

29 July 7.00pm

Jamie Owen - In Conversation Jamie Owen will be in converastion with his audience and discussing his latest book - Around Wales by B-Roads and Byways - Admission charge includes a glass of wine and can be redemed against the cost of any of Jamie''s books. Event sponsored by Browning Books. Tickets: £2.00Tel: 01495 790089

29 July From 10.00am

The Caxton Tower Walk Part of the Stepping Stones Short Walks Programme. Easy/moderate walk, 6 miles/3 1/2 hrs, meet at Dingestow Village Hall car park off the Raglan to Monmouth Road, GR SO 458103. Tel: 01495 740781

31 July 11.00am-4.00pm (with breaks)

Summerfun -Punch & Judy Giant Punch and Judy, baby and musician roving around the Shopping Centre. Tel: 01633 872121

31 July 10.00am-4.00pm

Summer Workshops -Puppet Making Part of a summer long workshops organised by the Blaenavon Town Traders Association: Puppet Making with Caroline Deacon.Booking advisable as places are limited. Tickets: £2.00Tel: 01495 790089

1 to 31 August

Train Trips The new extended Blaenavon Heritage Railway is open every day in August (including Bank Holiday) except Mondays and Fridays. Please check the website for latest news, timetable and fares. Tel: 01495 792263

1 to 31 August 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

School Holidays at the Farm Look out for special events that will take place at the Farm during the Summer holidays! Tel: 01633 647662

1 to 31 August 9.30am-12.30pm or 1.30pm-4.30pm

School Holidays Trekking Enjoy half a day trekking during the Summer holidays! Suitable for children and adults, a leisurely way to enjoy the countryside; riding hats provided. Tickets: £15 child/£23 adult (16+)Tel: 07722 547084

1 to 30 August 2.00pm-5.00pm

Shell Grotto &Folly TowerVisit the Shell Grotto and the Folly Tower every week end and Bank Holiday throughout the Summer. Walk to the Grotto unsuitable for the very young or less able. Free admission. Tel: 01495 766754

1 to 31 August Mon-Fri 10.00am-5.00pm/Sat-Sun 2.00pm-5.00pm

Eisteddfod Exhibition In the Oriel Barker Gallery exhibition by Christine Kinsey.Cafe Artist of the Month: Karen Jones - Chinese Brush Work.Small entrance fee, free to Torfaen Library card holders and members of the Museums Association. Tel: 01495 752036

1 August 2.30pm

Music on the Patio Enjoy a feast of local music: come along and listen to local bands and choirs performing in a series of free open air concerts. Tel: 01495 790311

1 to 31 August

Summer Holidays Events Special Summer Holidays events and activities will take place during the Summer break in July and August. Tel: 01495 742333

1 to 31 August

Cwmbran Festival Month A month long festival of events including talent shows, craft fayres and music and dance showcases held within the community wards of Cwmbran. Tel: 01633 628968

2 to 28 August Mon-Fri 10.00am-5.00pm/Sat 10.00am-4.00pm

Exhibitions Main Gallery, Foyer and Gallery 3: Martyn Webb - Mind The Gap; Jewellery Showcase: Kathryn Partington.Free admission. Tel: 01633 483321

2 to 6 August 10.00am-3.00pm

Active Young People Camp Want to keep busy during school holidays? We are running inclusive AYP Camps involving Climbing, Skiing, Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Dance, Football, Netball, Rugby..and more! Suitable for 7-11 years old, early booking recommended - limited spaces. Tickets: £50 Tel: 01633 628936

2 to 27 August 10.00am-3.00pm

School Holidays Workshop Art and Craft activities for youngsters aged 5-13, something different every week.August Workshops: Artists, Fairy Tales, Environment, and Theatre. Prior booking and payment required. Tickets: £10.50 per workshopTel: 01633 483321

2 to 31 August Mon-Sat 10.00am-5.00pm

Summer Showcase Showcasing the work of Paul Young -Ceramics; showing until Saturday 4 September. Free admission. Tel: 01495 790926

3 August

Big Pit at the National Eisteddfod Find out more about Big Pit''s collections and community work in a day of activities at our stand in Ebbw Vale. Tel: 01495 790311

4 August 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

School Holidays Events - Food & Farming Butter Making, Egg Collecting, all things food and farming! Tickets: £4.00 child (2+)/£5.00 adultTel: 01633 647662

4 to 5 August 10.00am-12 noon

Re-Cycle It Project Free family fun every Wednesday and Thursday during the Summer School Holidays. Tel: 01495 752036

4 August 9.00am-4.00pm

Weekly Outdoor Market Traditional outdoor market, every Wednesday, many stalls, come and see what''s on offer!Free parking. Tel: 01495 766029

4 August

National Play Day An annual national Play Festival of fun, games, sports, crafts and challenging activities for all youngsters.

5 August 10.30am-11.30am

Summer Holidays Story & Craft Session Story and craft session for children aged 5 to 10 years every Thursday during the School holidays. Free of charge but booking essential as places are limited. We are also running the Summer Reading Game which this year is the Space Hop. Tel: 01633 647676

6 August 1.00pm-3.00pm

Making Victorian Dress - Guys and Dolls Activities and Workshops for all ages: create Victorian costumes that might have been worn by the Hanbury-Tenison Family!Free open session, booking essential as places are limited. Tel: 01633 628982

7 August 2.00pm

Blaenavon Town Walks Guided walks every Saturday until 28 August delivered by trained local guides.Meet at Blaenavon World Heritage Centre, duration 1hr, easy pace, no need to book. Tickets: £5 adults (Children free)Tel: 01495 742333

7 August From 10.00am

Guided Walk Every first Saturday of the month -meet at the Canal Centre. Also showing: Art exhibition by local artists. Tel: 01633 892167

7 August 12 noon - 4.00pm

Summerfun - Games Day Pit Stop Challenge - 5 giant games plus buzzwire, scaletrix, air hockey, table football - something for everyone on Gwent Square! Tel: 01633 872121

7 August 10.00am-1.00pm

Writing a Local History Publication Workshop part of the Ancient Cwmbran and the Cistercians Project Programme 2010.Tel: 07775 788352

8 August 10.00am-3.00pm

Family Fun Sports Day FREE family event: take part in inclusive taster sessions in 7 sports with the whole family and step up to the challenges set to be in with a chance of winning! Tel: 01633 628936

10 August 1.00pm-3.00pm

Designing Paper Cameo Brooches and Medals Activities and Workshops for all ages: have a go at cameo or medal making that local people would have worn in Pontypool in Victorian times. Free open session, booking essential as places are limited. Tel: 01633 628982

10 August 10.00am-3.00pm

Doctor Bike Sessions Doctor Bike will be giving any bike a FREE health check to get it ready for the Summer! Tel: 01495 742333

10 August 10.30am-12.30pm

Wild About Heritage -Landscape Detectives Look at the landscape around Big Pit and Coity Tip and find clues which tell us about the natural and man made environment around us, including pond dipping and landscape walk.Suitable for the whole family (children must be accompanied by an adult) pre-booking required. Tel: 01495 790311

10 August From 10.00am

Clytha Park & Bettws Newydd Walk Part of the Stepping Stones Short Walks Programme.Easy/moderate walk, 5 1/2 miles 3 hrs. Meet at National Trust car park below Clytha Castle, GR SO 361085.Tel: 01495 750176

11 August 11.00am-12.30pm, 1.00pm-2.30pm, 3.00pm-4.30pm

Doctor Bike Tours Join Doctor Bike on a ride around Blaenavon Industrial Landscape! Free of charge, meet at Blaenavon World Heritage Centre. Tel: 01495 742333

11 August 12.00pm-2.00pm

Bird & Wildflower Discovery Investigate the local birds and wildflowers that call Pontypool Park home! Free of charge but booking essential. Tel: 01633 628968

12 August 10.30am-12.30pm

Wild About Heritage -Landscape Detectives Look at the landscape around Big Pit and Coity Tip and find clues which tell us about the natural and manmade environment around us, including pond dipping and landscape walks.Suitable for the whole family (children must be accompanied by an adult).Pre-booking required. Tel: 01495 790311

12 August 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

School Holidays Events - Piggy Pranks Returns Due to popular demand, it''s back! Pig Breeds, Pig Preparation, Pig Showing, Pig Agility, Pig Racing...everything piggy! Tickets: £4.00 child (2+)/£5.00 adultTel: 01633 647662

12 August 7.00pm-9.00pm

Llantarnam Abbey - Finds Analysis Talk An exciting chance to take a glimpse into the Abbey''s Medieval past.Part of the Ancient Cwmbran and the Cistercians Project Programme 2010.Tel: 07775 788352

13 August 7.00pm

Torfaen''s Got Talent Grand Finals 18 acts to perform live and three independent judges to annunce our top three acts! Tickets: £5.00/£3.50 consTel: 01633 868239

13 August 1.00pm-3.00pm

Constructing Paper Butterflies Discover the beauty of butterflies and make copies of local species. Free session but booking essential as places are limited. Tel: 01633 628982

14 to 15 August

Ivor the Engine Enjoy a magical trip behind Ivor, everyone''s favourite little Welsh engine! Please check the website for latest news, timetable and
fares. Tel: 01495 792263

14 August 11.00am-4.00pm (with breaks)

Spoke & Posy Family fun with Spoke and Posy roving around the Shopping Centre. Tel: 01633 872121

14 to 31 August Tue-Sat 10.00am-5.00pm

Under the Greenwood Tree Upstairs at Browning''s will be hosting an innovative photographic exhibition; admission is free.Tel: 01495 790089

14 to 15 August TBC

Romeo and Juliet Performed by the Taking Flight Theatre Company, featuring an integrated cast of disabled and non disabled performers.Free admission. Tel: 01495 752615

17 August 2.00pm-4.00pm

Creating Japanware Inspired Bookmarks Be inspired by Pontypool''s heritage in pioneering the craft of Japanning. Free session but booking essential as places are limited. Tel: 01633 628982

17 August 10.00am-4.00pm

Forest School Introduction to Bushcraft session -free of charge but booking essential as places are limited. Tel: 01633 628982

18 August

Family Beach Party An annual national Play Festival of fun, games, sports, crafts and challenging activities for all youngsters around a Beach Party Theme.

19 August 10.00am-4.00pm

Forest School Introduction to Bushcraft session: free of charge but booking essential as places are limited. Tel: 01633 628982

20 August 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

School Holidays Events - Step Back In Time Learn about Ancient Cwmbran, Archery, Re-enactment, Demonstrations and lots more!Tickets: £4.00 child (2+)/£5.00 adultTel: 01633 647662

21 August 11.00am & 2.00pm

Summerfun - Tom & Tilly Turnip Tom and Tilly Turnip''s Tom Foolery Times - with their comedy car, two performances of 30 mins duration on Gwent Square. Tel: 01633 872121

22 August 10am-12 noon

Reptiles and Worms Mini Hunt Put your detective skills to the test on our hunt for reptiles and slow worms - how easy are they to spot? Free of charge but booking essential as places are limited. Tel: 01633 647662

26 August From 10.00am

Twmbarlwm & Cwmcarn Walk Part of the Stepping Stones Short Walks Programme.Moderate walk, 6 1/2 miles 3 1/2 hrs, meet at Cwmcarn Scenic Drive Visitor Centre car park GR ST 228937. Tel: 01495 759448

26 August 2.00pm-5.30pm

Youth Theatre Workshop Come along and find out what we do, how we work and whether this is really what you want to do. Please note this is not an audition to join the Company. If you would like to attend please collect a form from the Congress Theatre and return by 6 August.Tickets: £5.00Tel: 01633 868239

28 August 1.00pm-7.00pm

Cwmbran Festival Finale FREE fun and games - come and join a celebration of sports, dance, games, entertainment and live music!Ending with a special performance from R n B artists The Root Doctors. (Ticketed). Tickets: Free entry - Performance from £3Tel: 01633 628968

28 August 11.00am-4.00pm

Summerfun - Summer Fairytales The Storytelling Cart roving around the Shopping Centre will bring the Summerfun entertainment to a close. Tel: 01633 872121

29 to 30 August

Eighth Transport Rally & 1960''s Weekend Enjoy steam train rides and vintage bus trips and a feast of classic vehicles on display in our arena! Please check the website for latest news, timetable and fares. Tel: 01495 792263

30 August 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

Bank Holiday Monday at the Farm - Animalolympics A great day out for all the family: Pig Racing, Dog Agility, Family Fun and more! Tickets: £4.00 child (2+)/£5.00 adultTel: 01633 647662

2 September From 7.00pm

Project Round Up Exhibition Exhibition and social event.Part of the Ancient Cwmbran and the Cistercians Project Programme 2010. Tel: 07775 788352

2 September 10.30am

Fitness Walk Join your community walk every Thursday afternoon (Moderate 2-3 hrs) Meet at Pontypool Museum. Tel: 01633 624122

3 September 10.30am

Health/Fitness Walk Join your community walk every Friday morning (Easy approx 1 hr or moderate 2-3 hrs) Meet at Cwmbran Stadium. Tel: 01633 624122

3 to 5 September

Pontypool Jazz Festival This year''s tenth festival has a Jazz from Wales theme, promising to celebrate the very best in Welsh Jazz. Performers line up to be confirmed shortly. Tel: 01633 628968

4 to 5 September

Charities Weekend The Railway is holding a Charities Weekend and anyone wishing to raise funds and awareness is free to come along.The British Legion will be there on Saturday 4th with their motorbikes. Please contact the website for latest news. Tel: 01495 792263

4 to 30 September Mon-Sat 10.00am-5.00pm

Autumn Showcase Showing until Saturday 30 October. An exhibition of work by potter Adam Buick and photographer Chris Tancock. Free admission. Tel: 01495 790926

4 September 10.00am

Guided Walk Every first Saturday of the month, regardless of weather - meet at the Canal Centre. Free of charge. Tel: 01633 892167

5 September From 9.00am

Valleys Walking Festival 2010 - Torfaen''s Hidden Gems Very strenuous 15m/24km 8 hrs, meet at Pontnewydd car park (ST290963). Discover woodland, a waterfall, the canal, a golf course and a Local Nature Reserve! Guided walk free of charge but booking essential. Tel: 01443 838632

6 September 10.30am

Fitness Walk Join your community walk every Monday morning (moderate 2-3 hrs)Meet at Crosskeys Public House. Tel: 01633 624122

6 September 2.00pm

Health Walk Join your community walk every Monday afternoon (Easy approx 1 hr)Meet at Pontypool Active Living Centre. Tel: 01633 624122

7 September 12 noon

Health Walk Join your community walk every Tuesday at midday (Easy approx 1 hr)Meet at Blaenavon World Heritage Centre.Tel: 01633 624122

7 September 2.00pm

Fitness Walk Join your community walk every Tuesday afternoon (Moderate approx 2-3 hrs) Meet at Queen Victoria Public House. Tel: 01633 624122

7 September From 10.00am

Valleys Walking Festival 2010 - Blaenavon Mountain Walk Some exertion 4 1/2m/6.5km 2.5 hrs, meet at Keepers Pond car park, Blaenavon (SO254107). A mountain walk over the Blorenge, taking in fantastic views, and finishing back at Keepers Pond. Guided walk free of charge but booking essential. Tel: 01443 838632

7 to 11 September TBC

Calamity Jane Presented by the Cwmbran Woodland Players. Tickets: £9.00/£7.00 cons/£6.00 (Tues All)Tel: 01633 868239

7 to 28 September Tue-Sat 9.00am-5.00pm

Rags to Riches Exhibition of rag rugs by Torfaen Textile Artists demonstrating the use of recycled materials through a traditional Welsh craft. Free admission but please phone ahead as the gallery may be used for a special event. Tel: 01495 742333

9 September From 10.00am

Valleys Walking Festival 2010 - The Mixture Some exertion, 10m/16km 4 hrs. Join a local guide for a walk taking in the history and heritage around Pontypool. Meet at Pontypool Active Living Centre SO258006. Guided walk free of charge but booking essential. Tel: 01443 838632

10 September 3.00pm

Valleys Walking Festival 2010 - Canada Tips Easy 5m/8km 3 hrs, meet at Blaenavon World Heritage Centre (SO250088). An easy walk with great views, you will see some examples of early mining techniques. Some climbing and can be wet under foot. Free of charge but booking essential.Tel: 01443 838632

11 September 10.00am-3.00pm

Cookery Classes - Five of the Best! A menu of delicious seasonal recipes with chef and consultant Franco Taruschio - to include pasta making. Class to include lunch with a glass of wine. Tickets: £75 (Lunch included)Tel: 01989 562353

11 September 10.30am-12.30pm

A Chapel, a Church and a Canal A 3km family friendly stroll along the beautiful Mon and Brecon Canal. Meet at British Waterways car park, Govilon Wharf SO272137. Tel: 01633 892167

11 to 30 September Mon-Fri 10.00am-5.00pm/Sat 10.00am-4.00pm

Exhibitions Showing until Saturday 30 October. Main Gallery, Foyer Gallery and Gallery 3: Portal Series 10.Jewellery Showcase: Emma-Kate Francis. Free admission. Tel: 01633 483321

12 September From 7.00pm

Valleys Walking Festival 2010 - Bat Walk Easy 1m/0.5km 1.5 hrs, meet at Greenmeadow Community Farm (ST279954).A wander around Springvale and Churchwood Local Nature Reserve looking for our nocturnal friend the bat! Free of charge but booking essential. Tel: 01443 838632

12 September 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

Greenmeadow Horticultural Show A family show with classes for all, featuring horticulture and crafts. Come along and enjoy our 20th Show whether you are entering classes or not.Admission to the farm on the day is free of charge, small entry fee for exhibits. Tel: 01633 647662

15 September 7.30pm

An Evening of Clairvoyance With the popular and gifted Welsh Medium George Smith. Tickets: £8.00Tel: 01633 868239

16 September 7.30pm

Get the Party Started! Performed by Carolyn Rowe - Europe''s premier tribute to Dame Shirley Bassey,featuring all the familiar classics and Bond Movie Themes. Tickets: £14.00Tel: 01633 868239

18 September 7.30pm

Roy Orbison & Johnny Cash Tribute Show This show brings you two of the most iconic artist of all times, Roy Orbison with special guest Johnny Cash, featuring their unforgettable music.A fully musical journey through time in sound and vision! Tickets: £13.00/£12.00 consTel: 01633 868239

18 September 11.00am-1.00pm

Book Signing Author Peter Luther will be signing copies of his new book Precious Cargo and he''ll be discussing his writing with visitors. Tel: 01495 790089

18 to 19 September

GWR 175 Celebrations The Railway is holding a big steam gala event featuring home fleet plus visitor, including the City of Truro, to celebrate the 175 years since the foundation of the Great Western Railway. Please check the website for latest news, timetable and fares. Tel: 01495 792263

18 September 2.30pm

Lecture: Tunnelling & Mine Warfare Part of the Autumn Lecture series -Investigation of WW1 Sites - by Mick Hibberd. Tel: 01495 790311

23 September

Ceri Dupree Spectacular Another great evening of outrageous comedy, amazing voices and vocal impersonations... including Dolly Parton, Victoria Beckham and Lady Ga Ga! Tickets: £12.00/£10.00 consTel: 01633 868239

24 September 7.30pm

An Evening with Mike Doyle An evening of music and entertainment with one of Wales'' favourite performers. Tickets: £12/£10Tel: 01633 868239

25 to 26 September

Southern Region with Altitude Intensive timetable using all of our Southern trains (Diesel only)An action packed day! Please check the website for latest news. Tel: 01495 792263

1 to 2 October 7.15pm

HitMix An evening of music and dance featuring the Alison Lee School of Dance. Tickets: £7.00Tel: 01633 868239

1 to 31 October Tues-Sun 9.00pm-4.00pm

Photographic Exhibition PAGB Inter Federation Print Exhibition - the best of British Photography 2010. Free admission. Tel: 01495 742333

1 to 30 October Tue-Sat 10.00am-5.00pm

Autumn Showcase Exhibiting the work of West Wales artists potter Adam Buick and photoghrapher Chris Tancock.Showing until Saturday 30 October -free admission. Tel: 01495 790926

1 to 30 October Mon-Fri 10.00am-5.00pm/Sat 10.00am-4.00pm

Exhibitions Main Gallery: Sasha Kagan, Foyer Gallery: Craft Showcase: Anna Hunt, Gallery 3: Re-collections, Jewelley Showcase: Lua Lua and Sarah Weiss. Free admission. Tel: 01633 483321

2 October 10.00am

Guided Walk Every first Saturday of the month, regardless of weather - meet at the Canal Centre. Free of charge. Tel: 01633 892167

2 October 10.00am-3.00pm

Cookery Classes - Classic Italian Autumn Cooking A stunning seasonal menu with chef and consultant Franco Taruschio OBE - class to include lunch with a glass of wine. Tickets: £75 (Lunch included)Tel: 01989 562353

9 October 10.00am-3.00pm

Cookery Classes - Preserving - Colour Me Autumn Hands on preserving with Clippy McKenna. A truly seasonal workshop making the most of Autumn''s bounty fruit and vegetables, featuring Christmas goodies for friends and family. Class to include snack lunch and a glass of wine. Tickets: £50 (Lunch included)Tel: 01989 562353

9 to 10 October

Class 37 - 50th Anniversary Special event this weekend celebrating the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the Class 37 diesel locomotives. Please check the website for details of fares and timetable. Tel: 01495 792263

16 October 10.00am-3.00pm

Cookery Classes - Simple Supper Supper with friends: cook now share later - a three course meal for two to take home with food writer and cook Lindy Wildsmith. Class to include glass of wine and nibbles mid morning. Tickets: £75 (Lunch included)Tel: 01989 562353

16 October 2.30pm

Talk - Mines and Medals Part of the Autumn Lecture Series -the stories behind the medals awarded to miners in Wales for their bravery during accidents and disasters by Edward Besly. Free admission. Tel: 01495 790311

17 October 10.00am-12 noon

Wildlife Walk Take a walk on the wildside and measure the improvement as we search for the wildlife that inhabits this once forgotten landascape. Free of charge but booking essential.Tel: 01633 647662

23 October 7.00pm

Be Our Guest Judy and Friends with the Burleigh Academy present a Variety Show in aid of LATCH.Tickets: £7.00/£6.00 consTel: 01633 868239

23 October 7.30pm

Call Mr Robeson Play featuring some of Robeson''s famous songs and speeches, including the iconic Ol Man River. Event organised by Big Pit: National Coal Museum, tickets available from Blaenavon TIC. Tickets: £10Tel: 01495 742333

25 to 29 October 9.30am-12.20pm or 1.30pm-4.30pm

Half Term Trekking Enjoy half a day trekking during the school half term break! Suitable for children and adults, this activity is available all year round. Riding hats provided. Tickets: £17 child/£23 adult (16+)Tel: 07722 547084

25 to 29 October

Half Term Events Special events and activities during the half term break.Please contact the Tourist Information Office for further details. Tel: 01495 742333

25 to 29 October 10.00am-6.00pm (Last adm 5.00pm)

Half Term at the Farm Come and join us throughout the Halloween week when we''ll be having fun with themed craft and activities!Tickets: £3.50 child (2+)cons £4.50 adult Tel: 01633 647662

25 to 29 October 10.00am-3.00pm

Half Term Craft Workshop A week of fun filled art and craft activities for 5 to 13 year olds,something different every day! Prior booking and payment required. Tickets: £10.50 per workshopTel: 01633 483321

26 October 11.00am, 12.00 noon, 2.00pm, 3.00pm

Octoberfun - Artist in Action Artist Jon Hicks is a speed painter extraordinaire!His show is upside down, revolving, 6 foot tall paintings of the iconically famous. Tel: 01633 872121

26 to 28 October 10.00am-3.00pm

Active Young People Camp Want to keep busy during half term? We are running inclusive Young People Camps suitable for 7-11 year olds involving: Climbing, Skiing, Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Dance, Football, Netball, Rugby... and more! Early booking recommended. Tickets: £50 Tel: 01633 628936

26 October 1.30pm

The Proud Valley Special screenings of Paul Robeson''s film about life in a Welsh mining community. Free admission. Also showing on Thursday 28 October. Tel: 01495 790311

27 October 10.00am-1.00pm

Pond Conservation Come and find out about the many types of plant and animal living in the Coity Pond. Join members of the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers in a hands-on pond conservation activity. Free of charge but pre-booking required. Tel: 01495 790311

28 October 11.00am-4.00pm

Octoberfun - Jolly Good Entertainment Flea Circus, Face Painting, Balloon Modelling, and Punch n Judy Show! Tel: 01633 872121

30 October 11.00am-4.00pm (with breaks)

Octoberfun - The Storytelling Cart Horace and Norris are back with Autumn tales from their roving storytelling cart! Tel: 01633 872121

30 to 31 October 2.00pm-8.30pm

Ghost Train Trains run every twenty minutes from our Scary Furnace Sidings to the Haunted Whistle Inn.On board fun and games, buffet, dress up if you like, Tea Room and Whistle Inn open. Tickets: £2 child, £4 adult, £10 familyTel: 01495 792263

31 October

Halloween Fright Night Ghost stories, fancy dress competition, witches kitchen, Dracula''s Disco and much much more! Tel: 01495 742333

31 October From 6.00pm

Halloween at the Farm Spooky family fun for all: moonlit tractor rides, spooky stables, haunted haybarn... Tickets: £ 5 (in advance) £6 on dayTel: 01633 647662

2 November From 10.00am

Airy Views on Mynydd MaenPart of the Stepping Stones Short Walks Programme.Moderate walk, 5 miles, 2.5 hrs, meet at Mountain Air car park Penyreol GR ST 278981.
Free of charge but booking essential. Tel: 01495 764355

5 November From 6.00pm

Firework Extravaganza Pontypool Round Table will be holding their annual display for an evening of family entertainment.

6 November 10.00am-3.00pm

Cookery Classes - Game for Entertaining Great game recipes to show off to your family and friends with chef and consultant Franco Taruschio OBE.Class to include lunch with a glass of wine. Tickets: £50 (Lunch included)Tel: 01989 562353

6 November 10.00am

Guided Walk Every first Saturday of the month, regardless of weather - meet at the Canal Centre. Free of charge. Tel: 01633 892167

12 November 7.30pm

A Psychic Experience With Wale''s top psychic Diane Lazarus. Tickets: £11.50Tel: 01633 868239

13 November 10.00am-3.00pm

Cookery Classes - Cured, Spiced, Dried ... Food writer and cook Lindy Wildsmith will share with you the secrets of her new book.Learn how to cure bacon, marinate herring, pot crab and more! Class to include lunch with a glass of wine. Tickets: £75 (Lunch included)Tel: 01989 562353

13 November 7.00pm

Sleeping Beauty The Vienna Festival Ballet returns with their traditional and enchanting production of this classic fairy tale. Tickets: £16/£12 consTel: 01633 868239

13 November 2.30pm

Talk - When We Were Miners Ian Isaac, a former NUM official, talks about his role as a trade unionist between 1974 and 1991 - one of the most turbulent periods in the history of the Welsh coalfield. Free admission. Tel: 01495 790311

13 to 30 November Mon-Fri 10.00am-5.00pm/Sat 10.00am-4.00pm

Exhibitions Showing until Friday 24 December.Main Gallery: Sasha Kagan, Foyer Gallery: Craft Showcase - Anna Hunt, Gallery 3: Re-collections, Jewellery Showcase: Lua Lua and Sarah Weiss. Free admission. Tel: 01633 483321

17 November

Xmas Late Night Shopping Launch of Cwmbran late night shopping and thereafter every Wednesday and Thursday evening until 22nd December. Tel: 01633 872121

17 November From 5.00pm

Christmas Roadshow Visit the Cwmbran Shopping Christmas Road Show for music, fun and lots more!The Christmas Fairy will be visiting to switch on the lights at 7.00pm. Tel: 01633 872121

18 to 20 November 7.30pm

Barkin'' Grassroots and Rhondda Cynon Taf Theatres present a brand new black comedy from Frank Vickery. Tickets: £10/£8Tel: 01633 868239

20 November From 12 noon

Christmas Parade Santa is on his way!Come and meethim with his colourful friends, lots of fun, music and dance! Tel: 01633 872121

20 November 10.00am-3.00pm

Cookery Classes - Getting Ready for Christmas Chef and consultant Franco Taruschio OBE will take you through a menu of three dishes that can be made in advance of the celebrations plus nibbles and biscuits to take home. Class to include lunch and a glass of wine. Tickets: £75 (Lunch included)Tel: 01989 562353

25 November From 10.00am

ACwmbran Local Part of the Stepping Stones Short Walks Programme. Easy walk, 5 miles, 2.5 hrs, meet at Oasis Club car park Llanyrafon, GR ST 300959. Walk free of charge but booking essential.

27 November

Christmas Cavalcade A variety of events will take place throughout the day followed by the parade and the switching on of the Christmas lights. Come and meet Santa in his Grotto at Pontypool Indoor Market! Please contact Ann James if you would like to take part in the Parade. Tel: 01495 756736

27 November 2.00pm

Christmas Extravaganza Seasonal music with the Nidus Children''s Choir. Tickets: £6 (£5 for groups of 10 or more)Tel: 01633 868239

28 November 10.00am-4.30pm (Last adm 3.30pm)

Father Christmas at the Farm father Christmas arrives at the Farm! Come and meet him in his cosy farmhouse grotto where he''ll be staying until Thursday 23 December. (Additional charge applies - Please call to check availability of Santa) Tickets: £3.50 child (2+)/cons £4.50 adult Tel: 01633 647662

28 November

Steam Santa Specials Come and ride on the Steam train every week end until Sunday 19 December! Santa Specials run every half hour between Furnace Siding and Whistle Inn; advance booking advisable to avoid disappointment.
Tickets: £6 (£7 on day) Tel: 01495 792263