Throughout the year there are numerous events organised in Llanwrtyd Wells. Brief descriptions are given here or follow this link to the Green Events website for more detailed information, pictures and entry details.
| January 15-17 | Saturnalia Beer Festival |
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| February 5 | Lord Crawshaw Walk |
| June 12 | Man V. Horse Marathon |
| June 26 | Drovers Walks |
| July 10 | World Mountain Bike Bog Snorkelling Championships |
| July 11 | Bogsnorkelling Triathlon |
| August 6-8 | Red Kite Mountain Bike Bash |
| August 29 | FunSwimShop World Bog Snorkelling Championships |
| September 15-18 | Welsh International Walking Festival |
| October 17 | Ron Skilton Memorial Half Marathon |
| November 12-21 | Mid Wales Beer Festival |
| November 13-14 | Real Ale Wobble |
| November 20-21 | Real Ale Ramble |
| December 31 | New Year Walk In |
Saturnalia Beer Festival
15th - 17th January 2011Saturnalia was the major annual festival of the Romans, an event of unrestrained merrymaking when slaves were temporarily released and reversed roles with their masters. Enjoy Baccanalian frolics and a plethora of winter warmer ales, with a Real Ale Ramble for walkers. £10,000 reward for the return of the lost "Eagle of the 9th Legion".
On the Saturday the World Mountain Bike Chariot Racing Championships take place in the grounds of the Abernant Lake Hotel. Open to teams of 3 (2 riders plus one charioteer) over the age of 18. Contact us for further details.
Lord Crawshaw Walk
5th February 2011Lord Crawshaw of Aintree was a great friend and fellow walker of the Llanwrtyd Wells Walking Club. This annual walk has been organised in recognition of his contribution to walking. Waymarked routes with a choice of 3 distances. All finishers receive a certificate.
Man v. Horse Marathon
12th June 2010A unique marathon of 22 miles through spectacular countryside where runners and horses compete against each other. A runner has beaten the first horse home on two occasions in the 30 year history of the event, and there is a first prize of 1,000 Guineas to the first competitor home, be it Runner or Horse & Rider.
Drovers Walks
26th June 2010These walks follow the footsteps of the Drovers of old who used to drive their sheep, cattle and geese across the mountains to the market towns of England and Wales. Every year an old Drovers Inn is re-opened for the occasion to serve you throughout the day.
World Mountain Bike Bog Snorkelling Championships
10th July 2010A trench has been cut through a bog on the outskirts of Llanwrtyd Wells and competitors have to cycle two lengths under water using snorkels. A special bike has been prepared and is supplied, but wetsuits are recommended.
Bogsnorkelling Triathlon
11th July 2010The ultimate endurance event for those who like a challenge. Starting off with a 12 mile cross-country run, followed by bogsnorkelling through a 60 yard trench cut in the local bog, and culminating in 25miles on a mountain bike!
Red Kite Mountain Bike Bash
6th - 8th August 2010An exciting event of mountain bike activities which include a mix of Guided Rides, Orienteering Events, Night Rides, Skills Courses, Chainless Downhill Race plus a variety of evening entertainment.
FunSwimShop World Bog Snorkelling Championships
29th August 2010The world famous Bog Snorkelling Championships are held each year in a bog on the outskirts of Llanwrtyd Wells. A 60 yard trench is cut through the bog, which fills with water. Competitors have to swim two lengths under water using flippers and a snorkel, with prizes for the fastest. The event attracts competitors from around the world, with international TV coverage.
Welsh International Walking Festival
15th - 18th September 2010This four day walking event attracts visitors from all over the world. There are waymarked walks each day with a choice of distances, and entertainment in the evenings.
Ron Skilton Memorial Half Marathon
17th October 2010A half marathon in memory of Ron Skilton who for many years was treasurer for Green Events. In his younger years Ron was a keen runner and cyclist and this event was added to the Green Events calendar in 2006 as a tribute to his invaluable contribution.
Mid Wales Beer Festival
12th - 21st November 2010Held in the various Free Houses of the town, this friendly festival offers a tremendous selection of real ales to sample including many Welsh brews. The longest festival around, there were over 100 ales on offer through the week in 2006! A variety of entertainment is on offer, with a male voice choir concert on the traditional Ffairbont Day.
Real Ale Wobble
13th - 14th November 2010In conjunction with the Mid Wales Beer Festival, the Real Ale Wobble takes place on waymarked routes with a choice of distances on each day. Free real ale is provided at the checkpoints, so all routes are off-road!
Real Ale Ramble
20th - 21st November 2010Similar format to the Real Ale Wobble, but for walkers instead of mountain bikes.
New Year Walk In
31st December 2010A short walk starting from the Neuadd Arms around 10:30pm, carrying flaming torches and re-enacting the tradition of Mari Lwyd where a horses skull on a pole (the Mari) is carried from house to house and rhymes and songs are recited until invited in for food and drink. Returning to the town square in time for midnight celebrations.