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FREE DAYS OUT IN 2012

Individuals, schools and colleges are welcome to attend a range of Free afternoon talks and events taking place at Rhondda Heritage Park, Nr Pontypridd in 2012.

Here's what's available for the forthcoming months ….

· St David's Day ~ Music @ the Park ~ Thursday 1st March 12.15 - 1.15pm
Join us for a relaxing lunchtime performance with harpist, Jennifer Jones and enjoy a traditional welsh themed menu throughout the day.
Free Admission ~ Special 2 for 1 lunch offers when you book a table for lunch ~ for reservations please call 01443 682036

· Afternoon Talk ~ The 1856 Cymmer Colliery Disaster - presented by The Friends of Insole court, Llandaff
Wednesday 7th March 1.30pm - 4.30pm
The explosion in Insole's pit in Cymmer on 15th July 1856 was the first on the coalfield to take more than a hundred lives, The inquest, held in the Butchers' Arms, Pontypridd, sent the manager and overmen to be tried for manslaughter. Their acquittal left a legacy of bitterness which was remembered in the community for more than a generation.
James Harvey Insole began building, his mansion in Llandaff in the year of that dreadful event.The Friends of Insole Court have distilled the press reports of the Coroner's Inquest into a three-hour re-enactment in which members of the audience are invited to take part either as members of the public or as witnesses.
There is a break during the proceedings to coincide with one of the several adjournments that occurred
Free Admission & Refreshments - please reserve your place in advance 01443 682036

Music @ the Park ~ Friday 30th March 1-2pm ~ take time out of your busy day for a lunchtime treat with Dan & Laura Curtis ~ back by popular demand who are considered as ambassadors for the conservation of the music of the Great American Songbook in the UK
Special 2 for 1 lunch offers when you book a table for lunch ~ for reservations please call 01443 682036

· Antiques Valuation Day ~ Tuesday 3rd April 11am - 3pm
Join Robert and Carol Pugh of Towy Antiques Fairs to find out more about your antiques and what they may be worth.
Pottery, porcelain, glass and collectors items welcome - regrettably we are unable to accommodate larger items and furniture. Free Admission

· Afternoon Talk ~ commemorating the Centenary of the sinking of the Titanic presented by historian Ray Davies
Wednesday 4th April 2pm - 3.30pm
Free Admission & Refreshments - please reserve your place in advance 01443 682036~ Special 2 for 1 lunch offers when you book a table for lunch ~ for reservations please call 01443 682036

· Cadburys Stars v's Stripes Day -Thursday 5th April
In association with Groundwork, Cadburys Spots V Stripes aims to get people across the nation playing games in the run up to the 2012 Olympics and Paralympic Games are suitable for adults & children.
Free admission

· Music @ the Park ~ Friday 27th April 1-2pm ~ take time out of your busy day for a lunchtime treat with clarinettist Ray Driscoll - at just 45minutes long, it's a perfect opportunity to lose yourself in some great music. Special 2 for 1 lunch offers when you book a table for lunch ~ for reservations please call 01443 682036 . Free Admission

· Afternoon Talk ~ Wednesday 2nd May 2pm - 3.30pm
The Crawshays of Cyfarthfa Castle presented by Curator Scott Reid
Free Admission & Refreshments - please reserve your place in advance 01443 682036~ Special 2 for 1 lunch offers when you book a table for lunch ~ for reservations please call 01443 682036

· Family History Day Saturday 19th May 11am - 4pm ~ Whether you are interested in local history or researching you family tree - this is a great place to start

· Green Dayz ~ Sunday 20th May 11am - 4pm join Groundwork for a family fund day out ~ it's a fantastic and enjoyable way to learn more about crafts and the countryside. Free admission

· Rhondda Rotary Club Charity Book Sale ~ Friday 25th - Sunday 27th May 10am - 4pm daily
Books for all ages and interests from as little as 20p. Books - old and new, tapes, magazines, comics and loads of sheet music, plus DVD's- a fantastic opportunity to bag a bargain and support a great Local Charity . Free Admission

Advance bookings can be made by contacting Reception on
01443 682036.
A full events listing for 2012 can be found by visiting our web site www.rhonddaheritagepark.com

Further Information:
Nicola Newhams, Business Development & Events Manager
01443 682036 / 680932 Email nicola@rhonddaheritagepark.com

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