LlancaiachFawr Manor

Events & Courses 2018

(01443) 412248Gelligaer Road, Nelson, Treharris, CF46 6ER

www.llancaiachfawr.co.uk

1645 - ordinary people living in extraordinary times...

A warm welcome to Llancaiach Fawr Manor

HistoryVisitors step back in time to 1645 and are welcomed into the Manor by the costumed servants who follow the traditional domestic and farming rhythms of life in the countryside. They share the folklore and customs of the changing seasons and news of the turmoil created by the civil war as it impacts upon their families. Admission charges apply.

Visitor CentreEntry to the Visitor Centre is free of charge. It houses an exhibition about the history of the Manor, a coffee lounge serving lunches & snacks & a shop stocking a wide range of gifts, books & jewellery & Tourist Information.

GardensThe small formal 17th century gardens include a knot garden, pleached walk, orchard and physic and kitchen gardens featuring species of plants and trees from 1645 or earlier.

Haunted!By night the legacy of former occupants lives on in our reputation for being genuinely haunted. The Ghost Tour Season is from October to March where you will hear true stories of the uncanny experiences of staff and visitors. Scientific investigations for small groups are held monthly or by arrangement.

A Manor for all Reasons...HospitalityOur licensed coffee lounge and conservatory restaurant serve light snacks and lunches daily from locally sourced, fresh produce. Pre-booking is recommended for Sunday lunches. Contact the Catering Dept. on 01443 414011 to book.

ConferencesThe purpose built barn is the ideal location for conferences, seminars and launches. Delegate information on request.

Special OccasionsLlancaiach Fawr is licensed for civil marriages and partnerships and hosts a variety of family celebrations in this beautiful and unique place. We pride ourselves on making sure you have a perfect day to remember.

LearningWe offer a full programme of formal learning opportunities for early years to university level and host a range of leisure learner groups and activities.

The Visitor Centre and Education Centre are fully accessible. The manor house has a platform lift which enables partial access to most of the building. Please see our comprehensive access guide on the website or phone 01443 412248 for more information or to reserve the use of a wheelchair

FEBRUARYSunday 11thCJ Wedding FairFree entry to fair.

Tuesday 20th - Friday 23rdHalf TermChildren come in free of charge for some half term ‘time travelling’!Max 1 child per adult.*

MARCHThursday 1stThe Gelligaer Players Theatre presents two one act plays - ‘The Bridge’ by Gabe Torrens and ‘A Night Out’ by Frank Vickery7.30 pm. Tickets £8/£6. Phone 01443 833440 for reservations.

Sunday 11thMother’s DayAccompanied Mum’s come in free.

Saturday 17thNeedle felt course - Easter chicksPre-booked £30 (materials included). 10-3pm including lunch break.

Sunday 18thTribute afternoon with music from Olly Murs3-6pm. £10 per person (includes burger/hotdog).*

Saturday 24thEaster garland workshopsPre-booked £20 (materials included). AM and PM workshops.

Saturday 24thGelligaer Historical Society - Annual ConferenceAll welcome. Tickets from www.gelligaerhistoricalsociety.co.uk

B/H Friday 30thAnimal EncountersMeet and learn about fascinating animals including meercats, a possum, a monitor lizard, a kookaburra and a red legged siriema.Hour long sessions at 11-12am; 1-2pm & 2.30-3.30pm. £5 per head children and adults.*

APRILEaster Sunday 1stEgg Trail and BonnetsNormal entry fee.*

Tastes of 2018Come along to our seasonal markets and taste local foods and produce. Cotyledon Markets will be showcasing the best local food producers, with quality Welsh food on offer.

Saturday 7th & Sunday 8thTaste of SpringHistoric seasonal food in the Manor and Blas Lleol food and craft fair.

Sunday 22ndCJ Wedding FairFree entry to fair.

MAYSaturday 5thSunbonnet SueQuilted tote bag workshop.

Pre-booked £30 (materials included). 10-3pm including lunch break.

Saturday 12thModel Railway ExhibitionWith trade support.10-4pm. £5 adults and under 16’s free.*

Saturday 19th4th Welsh Sugarcraft Show - Demonstrations, displays, competition and trade stalls.£5 adults. Children under 16 free.*www.welshcakeshow.com

Saturday 26thBookbinding workshopPre-booked £35 (materials included). 10-3pm including lunch break.

JUNESaturday 9thOpen Air Cinema*

Saturday 17thFathers DayWill your Dad take the Kings Shilling?Accompanied Dad’s come in free.

Saturday 23rdGardens GalorePhysic garden tours, Still Room talks.Manor and event - normal entry applies. Gardens only £2 per head. Cream teas available.

Saturday 30th June & Sunday 1st JulyTaste of SummerHistoric seasonal food in the Manor and Blas Lleol food and craft fair.

JULYSunday 8thGlamorgan Classic Car Club ShowGCCC entry fee to show £1 per adult, under 14’s free. www.glamorganclassiccarclub.co.uk

Saturday 14thCraft Show and demonstrations£1 entry (refundable against manor entry).

Saturday 21stUsing Flowers and Herbs in the Home workshopPre-booked £30 (materials included). 10-3pm including lunch break.

Thursday 26thChildren’s Activity Day Organised activities, games and crafts.11am -4pm. £7.50 per child for 5 hours of fun and entertainment. Adults £1.50.

AUGUSTThursday 2rdThursday 9thThursday 16th Children’s Activity DaysOrganised activities, games and crafts.11am -4pm. £7.50 per child for 5 hours of fun and entertainment. Adults £1.50.

Saturday 18thBedwellty Agricultural Show £7 adults, £5 concessions, £20 family, under 5’s free. www.bedwelltyshow.co.uk

Sunday 19th August - Saturday 1st SeptemberBargoed and District Art Society annualExhibition and SaleLocal artists working in a range of media and subjects.Free entry to the exhibition.

Wednesday 22ndTea Dancewith live music, tea, coffee and scones.2-5pm. £8.

Thursday 23rd1940’s EveningLive entertainment and a meal.£20. Doors open at 7pm, meal at 7.30pm.

Saturday 25thAnnual Barking Mad Dog Show in partnership with Hope Rescue£1 adult, 50p per child.

SEPTEMBERTuesday 4th - Saturday 8thTaster ToursCadw Open Doors Days.Free pre-booked hour long ‘taster tours’ of the Manor @ 3pm and 4pm.

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16thTaste of AutumnHistoric seasonal food and methods of preserving in the Manor and Blas Lleol food and craft fair.

Saturday 29thDyeing to Knit workshopPre-booked £30 (materials included). 10-3pm including lunch break.

OCTOBER

GHOST TOURSOur autumn and winter ghost tour season starts in October… How brave are you? Ghost tours, paranormal investigation tours… make an evening of it and have a meal too. Contact reception to decide which type of tour you want - prices vary.

Saturday 13thQuilting for Christmas Pre-booked £30 (materials included). 10-3pm including lunch break.

Sunday 14thCJ Wedding FairFree entry to fair.

Tuesday 30th & Wednesday 31stHallowe’en activities for kids£7.50 per child for 5 hours of fun and entertainment. Adults £1.50.

Tuesday 30th October - Friday 2nd NovemberWitch Trials in the ManorBased on 17th century court cases. Vote on the verdicts!Normal admission charges.

NOVEMBERSaturday 10thBookbinding workshopPre-booked £35 (including materials). 10-3pm including lunch break.

Saturday 24thMenter Caerffili Christmas Fair

DECEMBER

Christmas Tribute NightsFriday 7thMichael BubléSaturday 8thTom JonesFriday 14thOlly MursSaturday 15thShirley Bassey£20 including meal. Doors open 7pm, dinner served at 7.30pm, bar closes at 11pm. Pre-booking essential.

Wednesday 5thChristmas Carvery

Saturday 8th & Sunday 9thTaste of WinterHistoric seasonal food in the Manor and Blas Lleol food and craft fair.

Tuesday 11thCarol Concert with Bargoed Male Voice Choir and the Salvation Army Band 7pm. Free entry.

Wednesday 12thChristmas Carvery

Saturday 15thWreath making and table centre workshopsWreath making workshop in the morning and table centre workshop in the afternoon £20 per session. Places limited.

Wednesday 19thChristmas Carvery

Sunday 23rdChristmas Carvery

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Llancaiach Fawr Manor House Gelligaer Road, Nelson, Treharris (Sat Nav - CF46 6ER)

Entry to the Manor

Adult: £8.50

Child & Concessions: £6.95

Under 5’s: Free

Family: £25 (2 adults & 3 children)

Adult group: £6 (20+ people)

School groups: £6 (under 16’s)

Opening Times

10am - 5pm, Tuesday - Sunday2nd January - 23rd December 2018 (re-open 2nd January 2019)

How To Find Us

www.llancaiachfawr.co.uk (01443) 412248

Additional images by kind permission of Banbury Photography