{"id":958,"date":"2024-07-26T13:13:30","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T13:13:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.apsiencyn.com\/?page_id=958"},"modified":"2025-08-07T10:54:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T10:54:51","slug":"programme","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.apsiencyn.com\/en\/programme\/","title":{"rendered":"Programme"},"content":{"rendered":"

Festival Programme<\/h1><\/div>

The Dafydd ap Siencyn Festival 2025 programme is filled with FREE family-friendly activities throughout Saturday 30th August.<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Opening Ceremony: Art and Literature Exhibition & Awards
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The Conwy Valley\u2019s proud artistic tradition continues with a display of works by local children. The winners of the 2025 awards will be announced at 10:00 as part of the festival opening ceremony.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Live Music<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Throughout the day they\u2019ll be live folk music, buskers and a drum workshop where you can experience the joys of community music.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Rebel Hunt<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Hunt down Dafydd ap Siencyn\u2019s rebels! Find their names on Wanted posters around Gwydyr Park to receive the prestigious wax seal on your scroll.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 -11:30<\/h5><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Activities with Dwylo Bach<\/h3><\/div>
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Welcomes babies and children aged 0-5, accompanied by an adult.<\/p>\n

This engaging session offers a wonderful opportunity for your little ones to explore nature, participate in imaginative activities, and learn about the legendary Dafydd ap Siencyn through play. Dress appropriately for the weather, as we’ll be outside come rain or shine.<\/p>\n

No booking required. Supported by the Cloacenog Wind Farm Fund.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Stories by a Storyteller<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Be entertained with fantastical tales for children and adults by our local storyteller in the Stone Circle.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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15:00 – 16:00<\/h5><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Legend of Dafydd ap Siencyn<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Hear the exciting legend of Dafydd ap Siencyn, as told by Bleddyn Hughes. Learn some of the history about the nobleman, rebel, and bard who inspired the festival.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Range of Market Stalls<\/h3><\/div>
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Find craft, food, drink and much more at the festival\u2019s market.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Hog Roast<\/h3><\/div>
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Enjoy some tasty traditional hog roast, cooked on the open fire.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Archery Lessons<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Learn a skill that made Dafydd ap Siencyn legendary.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Medieval Knights<\/h3><\/div>
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Encounter medieval battle re-enactments. Includes historical talks from the commander of the armies of Llanrwst, Aaron Houghton.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Medieval Forge<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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See the flames that armed armies with live Forge demonstrations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Forest Activities and Crafts<\/h3><\/div>
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Embrace the skills of our ancestors! Take part in fun activities and learn some forest crafts with Caru Coed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Forest Art Sessions<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Take inspiration from nature and enjoy creating some forest-based art with Golygfa Gwydyr<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Animal Encounters<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Attend a fun educational event like no other with creatures great and small.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Bird of Prey Display by the Owl Trust<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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See and learn about real life birds of prey.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Acrobatics<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Be amazed at the daring skills of live acrobatic demonstrations and stilt walking!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Medieval Fancy Dress<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Medieval costumes available for children to try on and have their photos taken at a fancy dress booth. Costumes kindly provided by Kathy Brazier.<\/p>\n

Also, we encourage everyone to dress up in their own Medieval costumes for the festival.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Face Painting<\/h3><\/div>
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Have your face painted in any design you choose!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Sensory Den<\/h3><\/div>
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Children can enjoy connecting with their senses with these fun play activities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Bouncy Castle<\/h3><\/div>
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Children are welcome to jump around on our Bouncy castle!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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10:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

Traditional Fair Games<\/h3><\/div>
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A range of fun games for the whole family to enjoy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SAT \u2013 30\/08\/25<\/h4><\/div>\n
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14:00 – 17:30<\/h5><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Massage Therapy<\/span><\/h3><\/div>
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Sooth away those aches and pains as well as everyday stresses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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