Llangollen Young ‘Uns to perform We Will Rock You!

* The cast of We Will Rock You.

Based on the unforgettable music of Queen and written by Ben Elton, Llangollen Young ‘Uns will be performing the hit musical We Will Rock You at Llangollen Town Hall from Thursday-Saturday February 2022.

The show rocks along to classic numbers such as Bohemian Rhapsody, I Want to Break Free, Killer Queen and many more. 

Performed by a talented cast of 21 aged from eight to 18, We Will Rock You follows on from the successful shows Young 'Uns have enjoyed going all the way back to 1999 and in recent years including Oliver! in 2024 and 2023's The Addams Family.

* Tickets available on line from: www.ticketsource.co.uk/llangollenoperaticsociety and also through four local outlets - Llangollen Tourist Information Office, Jades Hair and Beauty, Llangollen Oggie Shop & Fine Foods and The Clwydian Butcher.

Latest local roadworks alerts from Denbighshire County Council

Latest local roadworks alerts from Denbighshire County Council are:

Hall Street, Llangollen. HALL STREET 12/04/2025 17/04/2025 Gwaith Draenio / Drainage Works NMWTRA (DCC) LLANGOLLEN Ffordd ar Gau/Road Closure

GLAN YR AFON HORSESHOE PASS VIEW 10/02/2025 10/02/2025 Gwaith Dwr / Water Works HAFREN DYFRDWY (DCC) LLANGOLLEN Ffordd ar Gau/Road Closure

Approximately 70 metres from end of track to Ty Canol Farm A539 LLANGOLLEN ROAD 26/02/2025 26/02/2025 Torri Coed / Tree Cutting HRJ GOULD LTD.

NR CATTLE GRID A539 LLANGOLLEN ROAD LLANGOLLEN LL20 7UH A539 LLANGOLLEN ROAD 20/02/2025 20/02/2025 2 Way signals is required for safe pole testing works. SUNBELT RENTALS (DCC)

Hall St jct with A5 Berwyn St, Llangollen HALL STREET 27/01/2025 28/03/2025 Gwaith Ar Wal Gynnal/ Retaining Wall Works OBR CONSTRUCTION,

A539 Verge ABBEY ROAD 31/01/2025 14/02/2025 Gwaith Ar Wal Gynnal/ Retaining Wall Works DCC BRIDGES & STRUCTURE

Llangollen appears on list of Wales's quirkiest towns

Llangollen appears in a list of the "quirkiest" towns in Wales published by an international travel website.

World Atlas has put together six towns from across the country it says fits that description and which also includes Beddgelert, Aberystwyth, Hay-on-Wye, Tenby and Brecon,

Each come with a few paragraphs describing what makes them attractive to visitors supported by pictures.

And of Llangollen it says: "Last but not least on the list is the town of Llangollen, which was awarded Cittaslow status in 2013. 

"Cittaslow status, often referred to as a “slow city,” means that a town has implemented efforts to improve quality of life by promoting sustainable actions such as waste reduction, supporting local businesses, and preserving natural resources.

"Even though Llangollen is known as a “slow city,” there are still lots of activities to make the visit an adventure to remember. Close by is the iconic Berwyn Mountains to get the adrenaline going on a hike. The tallest peak is Cadair Berwyn, which measures 830 meters. Some other activities to enjoy are canoeing, quad biking, climbing, rafting, and riding the steam train.

"Throughout the year, many fun festivals are put on to spread the joy of music and culture in the town's streets. Visitors can seek entertainment from the International Musical Eisteddfod and the Fringe Festival in July, the Food Festival in October, and the Christmas Festival in November."

Pictures of the railway, from both sides of the river, accompany the piece.

* To see the full article go to: 6 of the Quirkiest Towns in Wales - WorldAtlas

Snow around the castle this morning ...

 

* A sprinkling of snow around Castell Dinas Bran this morning and also on the surrounding hills.

Llangollen Flower Club's next meeting

   

Councillors under 'dreadful stress' due to recycling scheme, says story

Denbighshire councillors have endured "absolutely dreadful" stress from the "botched" roll-out of the council's recycling scheme, according to a story in North Wales Live.

* For the full story, go to: Stress of botched recycling roll-out 'absolutely dreadful' for Denbighshire councillors - North Wales Live

Llan firefighters take part in incident where 40 people evacuated

Firefighters from Llangollen took part in an incident in which 40 people were rescued from a blaze at a property in Chirk last night (February 5).

* For the full story in the Denbighshire Free Press, see: https://www.denbighshirefreepress.co.uk/news/24915437.40-people-rescued-firefighters-evacuate-chirk-building/