----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you would like to become a member or find out more about the charity please click here.--------------------------------------------St David's Church, LalestonDuring 2026, St David;'s Church in Laleston is celebrating their 800th Anniversary, please see below details of their celebratory events in the coming months.--------------------------------------------All our services are at 9:30am on Sundays and everyone is welcome,they are followed by coffee and cake.Craft and Chat happens on the second Thursday of every month from 10:30am to 12:30pm and everyone is welcome - even just for chatting.On the 8th Feb we have a special Patronal Service at 9:30am as 9th Feb is St Teilo's Day. The service will be followed by refreshments including a celebratory cake.During Lent we have an Evening Prayer service on a Thursday at 6:30pm. in addition to our Sunday Services.--------------------------------------------Hut 9 Preservation Group - Open Days April 2026Please see below details of Hut 9 open days during April 2026.--------------------------------------------Santa's Grotto will be at Carnegie House in Bridgend Town Centreon Saturday 29th Nov, 6th, 13th & 20th Dec between 10am - 3pm--------------------------------------------Christmas Lights Switch On Event in Bridgend Town Centreon Saturday 29th November 2025 between 1.30pm - 5pm--------------------------------------------Road Closure - New Inn Road - 28th to 29th October 2025 Planned roadworks are due to take place on New Inn Roadfrom the 28th to 29th October between the hours of 23:00 to 06:00.More details can be found here. This link will take you to the map indicating the location of the works--------------------------------------------Mindless Vandalism at Ancient Stepping Stones Across River Ewenny at Merthyr Mawr/Ogmore-by-SeaThere has been significant media coverage of the incident in which mindless vandalism was caused to 3 of the 41 stepping stones in the custody of CADW at the above location.Merthyr Mawr Community Council has written to the Chief Executive Officers at Bridgend County Borough Council and the Vale of Glamorgan Council, the Police & Crime Commissioner for South Wales, the Chief Constable South Wales Police and the Senior Conservation Officer at Welsh Government to raise concerns about the incident.The Community Council has also requested information about what action is being taken to find the perpetrators of this crime and to bring them to justice; and to determine what action each of the above mentioned organisations are taking.27th September 2025--------------------------------------------in Bridgend Town Centre on Saturday 13th September 2025.All are welcome.To join in the fun please see poster below with more information about the celebration.--------------------------------------------Between The Trees Festival 202521st - 24th AugustPlease see information below from one of the organisers oftheBetween The Trees Festival.I'm Dawn Wood the Co-director of Between the Trees Festival that takes place at Candleston Woods Merthyr Mawr each year of the August bank Holiday. This year it is taking place between the 21st-24th August. We arrive on site on Monday the 18th Augustand hand the site back In Tuesday 26th. We have a traffic management plan that has worked well in the pastand was created with advice fromBCBC Traffic and Highways Dept.We use a one-way system, have only pre purchased ticket holders(no walk-ups) andwe send festival attendees a phased ingress schedule.As a courtesy, we thought that it would be polite to let you know of the plans. The peak ingress periods are Friday from 9:00-16:00 andbetween 9:00-11:00 Sat and Sunday morning.Egress tends to be quieter when people are leavingfrom Sunday and Monday, Tuesday mornings. Last year, we contacted local riding schools and liveries to see if thewould like some of the 50 straw bales we have each year for seating. They are covered with fabric socks, so are kept intact. If you could let us know, we will make sure that security will let you in through GATE B, which is just before the Merthyr Mawr nature public reserve car park.These are FREE, first come first served. If you would like these, we are donating to anyone who would like to collect on Monday 25th afternoon or Tuesday 26th Morning.--------------------------------------------Old Stone Bridge - 600th Anniversary CompetitionTo mark the 600th Anniversary of the iconic Old Stone Bridge, Bridgend Town Council has launched a competition to celebrate the town's rich heritage.Please see poster below for more information--------------------------------------------Summer Holiday ActivitiesPlease see poster below with details of free activities forlocal children to enjoy during the summer holidays--------------------------------------------Welsh Water - Useful Information--------------------------------------------Christmas Fayre on Saturday 7th December 2024from 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m-Unfortunately, due to the adverse weather forecast for the weekend, this event has been cancelled.Carol by Candlelight on Monday 23rd December 2024starting at 4.00 p.mPop-up Teas on New Year's Day from 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.A warm welcome to everyone!--------------------------------------------Open Day at Pen-y-Bont Treatment WorksWednesday 28th August 2024Please see poster below to book a slot--------------------------------------------Open Weekend Hut 9 - 7th/8th September 2024Due to incredible popularity the Hut 9 Preservation Group is pleased to announce that our next event is going to be held on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th September. Tickets sell out incredibly quickly so book now to avoid disappointment.Step back in time to the 1940s with The Hut 9 Preservation Group!Embark on a journey through Bridgend's WWII past as we unveil the secrets of the massive ordnance factories, the American soldiers stationed at the camp, the German pow escape and the high ranking German officers who were later held there.Although not suitable for children under 5 or people with mobility issues, this event offers an enriching and enjoyable experience for history enthusiasts of all ages.To read more about the event and book tickets, please see:--------------------------------------------Road Closure New Inn Bridge (The Dipping Bridge)27th May to 31st October 2024A planned road closure is due to take place at the New Inn Bridge(The Dipping Bridge) from the 27th May to 31st October 2024More details can be found here.This link will take you to the map indicating the location of the works.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lifesaving Chest Compression and Rescue andDefibrillator Demonstration At St Teilo’s Church Thursday 25th April 6.30pm To book a place on this free course please contact: Christine Taylor Tel 07810833576 Email ton.nursery@icloud.com Refreshments will be provided. The event is free and will be run by a qualified trainer.Any donations will go to St Teilo’s.--------------------------------------------kGlamorgan History Walks - Summer 2024TV history expert Graham Loveluck-Edwards is hosting a numberof local walks duringMay, June and July.ore information.--------------------------------------------Planned roadworks are due to take place on New Inn Road from the 8th to 12th January between the hours of 09:00 to 15:30.More details can be found here.This link will take you to the map indicating the location of the works.--------------------------------------------Councillor Vacancy December 2023Notice of Co-option for a Councillor
Merthyr Mawr Community Council currently has a vacancy for a Councillor which will be filled through the process of co-option. Co-opted Councillors have the same rights and responsibilities as those Councillors who obtain office through election.
Councillors are expected to attend the monthly meetings of the Council and also to serve on a number of Committees which normally meet on a quarterly cycle. The role is varied and enables local people to use their skills and experience to enhance the work undertaken by the Council for the benefit of the community.
Merthyr Mawr Community Council wishes to invite interested and eligible people to submit their applications for the role of Councillor by way of an application form outlining the following:
the contribution you believe you could make to the work of the Council;
the personal qualities that you would bring to the role;
your availability for attending meetings.
The web-link to check your eligibility to become a Councillor is:- https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/i-am-a/candidate-or-agent/parish-and-community-council-elections-wales
Please contact the Clerk by e-mail at clerkmmcc@gmail.com to request an application form.
Please make sure that you include your home address, telephone number and e-mail address in your application form.
All members of the community are welcome to apply. The Council is committed to achieving a balanced composition of Councillors that reflects the community of Merthyr Mawr.
Closing date for applications is the 31st January 2024
Applications will be considered at the Council meeting on the 21st February 2024
Please return your completed application form to: Clerk to Merthyr Mawr Community Council,10 Heronstone Park Homes, Heronston Lane, Brdgend CF31 3BZor by email to clerkmmcc@gmail.com-------------------------------------------------------------------Craft & Chat 2024 at St Teilo's, Merthyr Mawr-------------------------------------------------------------------New Year's Day Event at St Teilo's, Merthyr Mawr-------------------------------------------------------------------Christmas Event in Bridgend Town Centreon Saturday 25th November 2023from 1.30pm to 5.00pmAlso Santa's Grotto will be at Carnegie House, Bridgend on25th Nov, 2nd Dec, 9th Dec and 16th Dec from 10am to 4pmMore details of these events can be found here.
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Councillor Vacancy November 2023
There is currently a casual vacancy for a Councillor for Merthyr Mawr Community Council. Please click on this link for more information.
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Remembrance Events at St Teilo's Church, Merthyr Mawr6th to 18th November 2023
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Roadworks to affect New Inn Road resulting in the Temporary Closure of the Dippng Bridge
on Thursday 9th November between 09:00 to 17:00
Roadworks are planned to take place that will involve the temporary closure of the Dipping Bridge from 09:00 to 17:00 on Thursday 9th November, with traffic diverted to Merthyr Mawr Road South. More details can be found here.
This link will take you to the map indicating the location of the works.
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Overnight Roadworks New Inn Road - 11th to 14th October 2023
Planned overnight roadworks are due to take place on New Inn Road from the 11th to 14th October between the hours of 22:00 to 05:00. More details can be found here.
This link will take you to the map indicating the location of the works.
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Reply From Bridgend CBC re: Repairs to Dipping Bridge
Many of the coping stones that had been dislodged from the parapet had been damaged beyond reuse, which had become evident upon the removal of the loose coping stones. Some of the coping stones had severe frost damage and had shattered under the impact of whatever large vehicle had struck them out of position on the bridge. There were a small number which had been picked up from the bridge and taken to our depot to be stored but it was clear there were significant damage to these as well which would have prevented their reuse. As part of the upcoming works to the bridge there will be repairs carried out to the areas missing coping stones.
We are still awaiting final ground investigation reports and designs to be completed of the replacement training wall which will tie back in to the bridge.
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Bluebell Festival at St Teilo's Church, Merthyr Mawr on Saturday 22nd April 2023
Celebrate the beautiful bluebells in the churchyard from 10am to 4pm, entry is free
- Tea/coffee/cakes
- Prize Draw Bluebell Quiz
- Craft stalls: Glass Artist and Knitwear
- Children's activities
- Bluebell churchyard trail
- Children's bluebell photograph competition*
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All Saints Church Penyfai - Warm Welcome
All Saints’ members have gained BAVO funding for a ‘Warm Welcome’ project.
Absolutely everybody will be very warmly welcomed, so please bring along any friends or neighbours who might benefit from a short time of fellowship and fun. Please spread the word far and wide. The details are set out below.
Come and join us for a light lunch and fellowship at All Saints Church, Penyfai on the following Thursdays from Midday to 2.00pm.
9th & 23rd March
8th & 20th April
A warm welcome to all
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