The All Wales Boat Show
What’s On in brief
This summer, head to Conwy Quays Marina for a celebration of life on the water in north Wales as the All Wales l 3rd – 5th May, Llandudno Boat Show returns for 2014. ‘The event Victorian Extravaganza will show why the Welsh coast is one Step back in time to enjoy a of the world’s best, demonstrate what Victorian street fair, complete it can offer, and prove that a coastal with old time fair rides, steam lifestyle can be fun and affordable engines, street entertainers and to many,’ says Davina Carey-Evans, parades at midday each day. founder and managing director of Sbarc, who organise the All Wales Boat Show. ‘We want exhibitors that span the coastal spectrum, from conservation groups to walking l 9th – 11th May, Anglesey holidays, property rentals and sellers, boat sellers and chandlery.’ Country and Western Festival Demonstrations over the weekend include everything from wakeboarding to displays Celebrate everything to do from the RNLI. There’ll even be the chance for visitors to get involved – Plas Menai with country and western music National Watersports Centre will be among the returning exhibitors and will be offering at Cemaes Bay with line and free Sit on Top Kayak sessions for those who want to get out on the water. Among the partner dancing. more unusual events is the World Bathtubbing Championships, which will be l 10th – 11th May, Living returning to the show. Entrants are expected from around the world for the History Weekend competition – best described as kayaking in a bath! See a little bit of Other attraction include a used boat zone, a boat jumble, a seafood Facebook updates! medieval history come feast, and land-based coastal activities, all of which are new for 2014, as to life during the If you’d like to receive well as entertainment, chandlery and watersports. Conwy Living History posts on Facebook for The All Wales Boat Show will take place from 30th May to 1st June at Weekend. Conwy Quays Marina. Day passes cost £10 or £8.50 for concessions, while upcoming events and three-day passes are £24. For more information or to book tickets, visit offers, go to our Facebook l 17th – 18th May www.allwalesboatshow.com or call the ticket hotline on 0844 561 1816.
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What’s on at William Aston Hall
l Wrexham Symphony Orchestra: Classical Music, 3rd May The Hall’s Orchestra in Residence brings you tunes from the radio, television and the silver screen from the 1950s to the present day. From Desert Island Discs to Pirates of the Caribbean, there will be something for everyone to enjoy as you’re led through the programme by conductor Mark Lansom. The programme also features local violinist Bethan Allmand, who will perform the music from Oscarwinning film Schindler’s List. l Jon Richardson: Nidiot, 4th May British Comedy Award 2013 nominee and 8 out of 10 Cats team captain Jon Richardson, the perennial singleton and misanthrope, is determined to become a more easygoing person for the sake of his friends and his future health. Head along and find out whether or not a leopard can change its spots, or if they’re doomed to be angry forever not to have been given a more uniform and symmetrical fur pattern.
Going out in style at Pontio
The Music at Bangor season held by Pontio will soon draw to a close, but it’s set to go out with a spectacular bang. The End of Year Gala Concert will feature a programme of popular classics from the University’s Music Society, Brass Band, Concert Band, Chamber Choir, and Symphony Orchestra, including a performance of Lowell Lieberman’s Flute Concerto with soloist Josephine Wilkin, and a free glass of Cava for all. Pontio has plenty to look forward to in the rest of 2014 – the new arts and innovation centre is expected to open its doors later this year. The new centre will boast a main theatre capable of seating up to 450 people, while the studio theatre will house more intimate events for audiences of up to 120. The centre will also have a 200-seat cinema, plus a design and innovation centre, lecture theatres and learning spaces. See the End of Year Gala Concert on 6th June in the Prichard-Jones Hall, Bangor University. Find out more about Pontio in Bangor at www.pontio.co.uk or give the box office a call on 01248 382828.
Anglesey Festival of Transport and Machinery One of north Wales’ leading events of its kind, the festival is organised by the Anglesey Vintage Equipment Society and boasts tractor pulling, lawn mower racing, vintage cars and fairground rides to name just a few attractions. Held at the Anglesey Showground. l 18th May, VW Show Head to Bodelwyddan Castle for the largest VW show in all of the north west of the UK! A chance to see a multitude of cars, motor homes and other vehicles within the VW family. l 24th May, Llandudno Air Show See some spectacular sites in the skies of Llandudno and watch air displays and acrobatics from anywhere along the promenade. Begins at 11am. l 24th May – 1st June, Llyn Arts Festival A new multi-disciplinary showcase for local artistic talent held in Pwllheli. l 24th May, Mold and District Choral Society Perform Elgar’s The Dream of Gerontius, St Asaph Cathedral 7.30pm
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