Canolfan Tywi Centre

Canolfan Tywi Centre Canolfan gwybodaeth a hyfforddiant treftadaeth yn Sir Gaerfyrddin. Heritage training and information centre based in Carmarthenshire.

Older buildings need a different approach when it comes to energy efficiency.Our Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency Meas...
04/06/2026

Older buildings need a different approach when it comes to energy efficiency.

Our Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency Measures for Older and Traditional Buildings helps professionals understand how to improve building performance responsibly while supporting PAS 2035 compliance.

Delivered by specialists from the Tywi Centre and Ingleton Wood, the course includes online learning, site visits, case studies and practical teaching across real buildings.

New dates:

📍 Monday 22 June – Introduction
📍 Thursday 25 June – Hengwrt, Llandeilo
📍 Wednesday 1 July – Bremenda & the Tywi Centre

PLA funding may be available for eligible participants living and working in Wales through Coleg Sir Gâr and Ceredigion Green Skills Academy.

To find out more or register your interest, use the link in the comments

Mae angen dull gwahanol ar adeiladau hĹ·n o ran effeithlonrwydd ynni.

Mae ein Dyfarniad Lefel 3 mewn Mesurau Effeithlonrwydd Ynni ar gyfer Adeiladau HĹ·n a Thraddodiadol yn helpu gweithwyr proffesiynol ddeall sut i wella perfformiad adeiladau yn gyfrifol, gan gefnogi cydymffurfiaeth PAS 2035 ar yr un pryd.

Wedi’i ddarparu gan arbenigwyr o Ganolfan Tywi ac Ingleton Wood, mae’r cwrs yn cynnwys dysgu ar-lein, ymweliadau safle, astudiaethau achos a dysgu ymarferol mewn adeiladau go iawn.

Dyddiadau newydd:

📍 Dydd Llun 22 Mehefin – Cyflwyniad
📍 Dydd Iau 25 Mehefin – Hengwrt, Llandeilo
📍 Dydd Mercher 1 Gorffennaf – Bremenda a Chanolfan Tywi

Efallai y bydd cyllid PLA ar gael i gyfranogwyr cymwys sy’n byw ac yn gweithio yng Nghymru drwy Academi Sgiliau Gwyrdd Coleg Sir Gâr and Ceredigion.

I ddarganfod mwy neu gofrestru eich diddordeb, defnyddiwch y ddolen yn y sylwadau.

🪚 Passionate about traditional buildings? Love working with your hands?Our Heritage Carpentry NVQ offers hands-on traini...
02/06/2026

🪚 Passionate about traditional buildings? Love working with your hands?

Our Heritage Carpentry NVQ offers hands-on training in the specialist skills that keep our heritage alive — from restoring timber-framed buildings to mastering traditional joinery techniques.

đź“ŤDelivered at the beautiful Tywi Centre, Llandeilo
🕰️ Flexible, work-based learning
âś… Nationally recognised qualification

đź“© Learn more: https://www.tywicentre.org.uk/what-we-do/training-and-education/heritage-carpentry-training-and-qualifications/

🪚 Brwdfrydig am adeiladau traddodiadol? Hoffi gweithio gyda’ch dwylo?

Mae ein NVQ mewn Saernïaeth Treftadaeth yn cynnig hyfforddiant ymarferol mewn sgiliau arbenigol sy’n cadw ein treftadaeth yn fyw — o adfer adeiladau ffrâm bren i feistroli technegau carpentry traddodiadol.

📍 Wedi’i ddarparu yng Nghanolfan y Tywi, Llandeilo
🕰️ Dysgu hyblyg yn seiliedig ar waith
âś… Cymhwyster cydnabyddedig yn genedlaethol

đź“© Dysgwch fwy: https://www.canolfantywi.org.uk/yr-hyn-a-wnawn/hyfforddiant-ac-addysg/creftau-saer-treftadaeth-nvq3-rhaglen-prentisiaeth-arbenigol/

28/05/2026

There’s a reason traditional joinery takes time.

Our NVQ Level 3 Heritage Carpentry learners have been replicating dovetail cross lap and cross lap joints entirely by hand as part of their heritage skills training.

Using marking gauges, saws and chisels, every stage relies on careful measuring, patience and precision to achieve an accurate final fit.

When working with traditional timber joints, small inaccuracies quickly show up, which is why these practical hand skills remain so important in the repair and conservation of older buildings.

Interested in heritage craft skills training or progressing your qualifications? Get in touch to find out more about upcoming courses and NVQ pathways at the Tywi Centre.

Mae rheswm pam mae gwaith saer traddodiadol yn cymryd amser.

Mae ein dysgwyr NVQ Lefel 3 mewn Saernïaeth Treftadaeth wedi bod yn atgynhyrchu cymalau croes‑lap colfach‑diliau a chymalau croes‑lap yn gyfan gwbl â llaw fel rhan o’u hyfforddiant sgiliau treftadaeth.

Gan ddefnyddio mesuryddion marcio, llifiau a siswrnau, mae pob cam yn dibynnu ar fesur gofalus, amynedd a manylder i sicrhau ffit gywir yn y diwedd.

Wrth weithio gyda chymalau pren traddodiadol, mae camgymeriadau bach yn dod i’r amlwg yn gyflym — dyna pam mae’r sgiliau ymarferol hyn yn parhau mor bwysig wrth atgyweirio a chadw adeiladau hŷn.

Diddorol mewn hyfforddiant crefftau treftadaeth neu symud eich cymwysterau ymlaen? Cysylltwch â ni i ddarganfod mwy am gyrsiau sydd ar ddod a llwybrau NVQ yng Nghanolfan Tywi.

Owning a listed building can feel like stepping into the unknown…“Do I need consent for this?”“What if I get it wrong?”“...
26/05/2026

Owning a listed building can feel like stepping into the unknown…

“Do I need consent for this?”
“What if I get it wrong?”
“Where do I even start?”

You’re not alone. In our last session, even experienced owners admitted they found the process confusing at first

That’s exactly why we created this one-day course 👇

Listed Building Consent: A Practical One-Day Course for Owners
đź“… Thursday 30th July

✔️ Understand when consent is actually needed
✔️ Learn how decisions are made
✔️ Avoid costly mistakes
✔️ Feel confident moving forward with your project

If you’re planning work or just want clarity, this is for you.

👉 Book your place now. https://www.tywicentre.org.uk/what-we-do/training-and-education/listed-building-consent-making-an-application/

Gall berchen ar adeilad rhestredig deimlo braidd yn llethol…

“Ydw i angen caniatâd ar gyfer hyn?”
“Beth os ydw i’n gwneud camgymeriad?”
“Ble ddylwn i ddechrau o gwbl?”

Peidiwch poeni — dydych chi ddim ar eich pen eich hun. Yn ein sesiwn ddiwethaf, roedd hyd yn oed perchnogion profiadol yn dweud eu bod nhw wedi cael y broses yn ddryslyd i ddechrau.

Dyna pam wnaethon ni greu’r cwrs undydd yma 👇

Caniatâd Adeilad Rhestredig: Cwrs Ymarferol Undydd i Berchnogion
đź“… Dydd Iau 30 Gorffennaf

✔️ Deall pryd mae angen caniatâd mewn gwirionedd
✔️ Dysgu sut mae penderfyniadau’n cael eu gwneud
✔️ Osgoi camgymeriadau costus
✔️ Teimlo’n fwy hyderus gyda’ch prosiect

Os ydych chi’n cynllunio gwaith neu jest eisiau eglurder, mae’r cwrs yma’n fan cychwyn perffaith.

👉 Archebwch eich lle nawr:
https://www.canolfantywi.org.uk/yr-hyn-a-wnawn/hyfforddiant-ac-addysg/caniat%C3%A2d-adeilad-rhestredig-gwneud-cais/

👋 Meet Our Tutor: Olly CoeBehind every skilled craftsperson is someone who’s passed on their knowledge and passion, and ...
21/05/2026

đź‘‹ Meet Our Tutor: Olly Coe

Behind every skilled craftsperson is someone who’s passed on their knowledge and passion, and Olly is a great example of that.

With over 30 years of experience as a Master Mason, Olly specialises in traditional craftsmanship and heritage conservation. As Director of Coe Stone Ltd, he’s worked on historic sites across the UK.

Through his work with the Tywi Centre, Olly supports NVQ Level 3 learners with hands-on training and real on-site experience, helping them build practical skills and confidence.

Learn more about this course: https://www.tywicentre.org.uk/what-we-do/training-and-education/heritage-masonry-training-and-qualification/

👋 Cyfarfod â’n Tiwtor: Olly Coe

Y tu ôl i bob crefftwr medrus mae rhywun sydd wedi trosglwyddo eu gwybodaeth a’u brwdfrydedd — ac mae Olly yn enghraifft wych o hynny.

Gyda dros 30 mlynedd o brofiad fel Meistr Saer Maen, mae Olly yn arbenigo mewn crefft draddodiadol a chadwraeth treftadaeth. Fel Cyfarwyddwr Coe Stone Ltd, mae wedi gweithio ar safleoedd hanesyddol ledled y DU.

Trwy ei waith gyda Chanolfan Tywi, mae Olly yn cefnogi dysgwyr NVQ Lefel 3 gyda hyfforddiant ymarferol a phrofiad go iawn ar y safle, gan eu helpu i feithrin sgiliau ymarferol a hyder.

Dysgwch fwy am y cwrs yma:
https://www.canolfantywi.org.uk/yr-hyn-a-wnawn/hyfforddiant-ac-addysg/gwaith-saer-maen-nvq3-rhaglen-sgiliau-cymhwysol-arbenigol/

Learning to work with lime properly can completely change how you approach older buildings.Our hands-on two-day lime cou...
19/05/2026

Learning to work with lime properly can completely change how you approach older buildings.

Our hands-on two-day lime course returns this August at the Tywi Centre, covering plastering, pointing, rendering and limewashing through practical, guided learning.

Led by heritage professional Joe Moriarty, the course is ideal for contractors, homeowners and anyone interested in traditional building skills.

No previous experience needed.

đź“Ť Tywi Centre, Llandeilo
🗓️ NEW DATES ADDED for August, September and October
Learn more in the comments 👇

Gall dysgu gweithio'n effeithiol gyda chalch newid yn llwyr sut rydych chi'n ymdrin ag adeiladau hĹ·n.

Mae ein cwrs calch deuddydd ymarferol yn dychwelyd ym mis Awst yng Nghanolfan Tywi, gan gwmpasu plastro, pwyntio, rendro a gwyngalchu trwy ddysgu ymarferol, dan arweiniad.

O dan arweiniad y gweithiwr proffesiynol treftadaeth Joe Moriarty, mae'r cwrs yn ddelfrydol ar gyfer contractwyr, perchnogion tai ac unrhyw un sydd â diddordeb mewn sgiliau adeiladu traddodiadol.

Nid oes angen profiad blaenorol.

đź“Ť Canolfan Tywi, Llandeilo
🗓️ DYDDIADAU NEWYDD WEDI'U HYCHWANEGU ar gyfer Awst, Medi a Hydref
Dysgwch fwy yn y sylwadau 👇

Did You Know: Old Timber Lasts Longer Than You Think?Well-maintained historic timber beams can last for hundreds of year...
14/05/2026

Did You Know: Old Timber Lasts Longer Than You Think?

Well-maintained historic timber beams can last for hundreds of years.
🌿 Thanks to traditional joinery and breathable materials, they resist rot naturally, no modern chemicals needed!

👀 Look up next time you’re in a historic building, those beams might be older than your grandparents’ grandparents!

đź’¬ Have you uncovered original timber in your home or project?
📸 Share a photo or story in the comments, we’d love to see it!

Ffaith ddiddorol: Mae Hen Bren yn Para’n Hirach nag ŷn Ni Feddwl?

Gall trawstiau pren hanesyddol sydd wedi’u cynnal yn dda bara am gannoedd o flynyddoedd.
🌿 Diolch i uniadau traddodiadol a deunyddiau anadladwy, maent yn gwrthsefyll pydredd yn naturiol – heb unrhyw gemegau modern!

👀 Tro dy ben i fyny y tro nesaf rwyt ti mewn adeilad hanesyddol – efallai fod y trawstiau hynny’n hŷn na dy hen hen neiniau a theidiau!

đź’¬ Wyt ti wedi darganfod pren gwreiddiol yn dy gartref neu brosiect?
📸 Rhanna lun neu stori yn y sylwadau – bydden ni wrth ein bodd yn ei weld!

A hands-on start to heritage skills.Last week, our NVQ Heritage Stone Masonry learners began by building a dry stone wal...
12/05/2026

A hands-on start to heritage skills.

Last week, our NVQ Heritage Stone Masonry learners began by building a dry stone wall, developing essential skills in stone selection, placement, and balance from day one.

Dry stone walling is a key part of our built heritage, and it’s fantastic to see learners starting their journey with such an important traditional craft.

Interested in learning more? Get in touch.
https://www.tywicentre.org.uk/what-we-do/training-and-education/heritage-masonry-training-and-qualification/

Dechrau ymarferol i sgiliau treftadaeth.

Yr wythnos diwethaf, dechreuodd ein dysgwyr ar y cwrs NVQ mewn Saer Maen Treftadaeth drwy adeiladu wal sych, gan ddatblygu sgiliau hanfodol mewn dewis cerrig, eu gosod a chreu cydbwysedd o’r diwrnod cyntaf.

Mae waliau sych yn rhan allweddol o’n treftadaeth adeiladu, ac mae’n wych gweld dysgwyr yn dechrau eu taith gyda chrefft draddodiadol mor bwysig.

Diddordeb mewn dysgu mwy? Cysylltwch â ni.
https://www.canolfantywi.org.uk/yr-hyn-a-wnawn/hyfforddiant-ac-addysg/gwaith-saer-maen-nvq3-rhaglen-sgiliau-cymhwysol-arbenigol/

Across Wales there are over half a million traditional homes, built using natural materials such as stone, earth, timber...
07/05/2026

Across Wales there are over half a million traditional homes, built using natural materials such as stone, earth, timber and lime before modern cavity wall construction became common.

From humble cottages built with clom and thatch to elegant townhouses and terraced streets, these buildings reflect the social history, industry and communities that shaped Wales.

Even when they appear ordinary, traditional buildings are an irreplaceable part of our historic landscape and local identity. Understanding how they were built helps ensure they are repaired and cared for in the right way.

đź“„ You can learn more in our leaflet on traditional construction.
https://www.tywicentre.org.uk/media/1050/tywileaflet1-eng-final.pdf

Do you live in or work on a traditional building?

Ar draws Cymru mae dros hanner miliwn o gartrefi traddodiadol, wedi'u hadeiladu gan ddefnyddio deunyddiau naturiol fel carreg, pridd, pren a chalch cyn i adeiladu waliau ceudod modern ddod yn gyffredin.

O fythynnod gostyngedig wedi'u hadeiladu â chlom a gwellt i dai tref cain a strydoedd teras, mae'r adeiladau hyn yn adlewyrchu'r hanes cymdeithasol, y diwydiant a'r cymunedau a luniodd Gymru.

Hyd yn oed pan fyddant yn ymddangos yn gyffredin, mae adeiladau traddodiadol yn rhan anhepgor o'n tirwedd hanesyddol a'n hunaniaeth leol. Mae deall sut y cawsant eu hadeiladu yn helpu i sicrhau eu bod yn cael eu hatgyweirio a'u gofalu amdanynt yn y ffordd gywir.

đź“„ Gallwch ddysgu mwy yn ein taflen ar adeiladu traddodiadol.
https://www.tywicentre.org.uk/media/1050/tywileaflet1-eng-final.pdf

Ydych chi'n byw mewn neu'n gweithio ar adeilad traddodiadol? chrome-https://www.canolfantywi.org.uk/yr-hyn-a-wnawn/newyddion-a-chyngor/adeiladu-traddodiadol/

05/05/2026

Rooted in place. Skilled by hand. Built for the future.

At Tywi Centre, we’re here to protect the skills that keep historic buildings alive.

Traditional buildings are more than structures. They hold local materials, craftsmanship and generations of knowledge. When the skills to repair them are lost, we risk losing far more than bricks and mortar.

That’s why we focus on:
• Practical, hands-on heritage training
• Skills in carpentry, masonry, lime work and conservation
• Accredited pathways up to NVQ Level 3
• Repair-first, sustainable approaches to buildings

We don’t just teach techniques. We build confidence, judgement and real capability.

Because repairing and reusing our buildings isn’t just about the past. It’s one of the most sustainable choices we can make for the future.
Wedi'i wreiddio yn y lle. Wedi'i fedrus â llaw. Wedi'i adeiladu ar gyfer y dyfodol.

Yng Nghanolfan Tywi, rydym yma i amddiffyn y sgiliau sy'n cadw adeiladau hanesyddol yn fyw.

Mae adeiladau traddodiadol yn fwy na strwythurau. Maent yn dal deunyddiau lleol, crefftwaith a chenedlaethau o wybodaeth. Pan gollir y sgiliau i'w hatgyweirio, rydym mewn perygl o golli llawer mwy na brics a morter.

Dyna pam rydym yn canolbwyntio ar:
• Hyfforddiant treftadaeth ymarferol
• Sgiliau mewn gwaith coed, gwaith maen, gwaith calch a chadwraeth
• Llwybrau achrededig hyd at NVQ Lefel 3
• Dulliau atgyweirio-yn-gyntaf, cynaliadwy ar gyfer adeiladau

Nid ydym yn dysgu technegau yn unig. Rydym yn meithrin hyder, barn a gallu go iawn.

Oherwydd nad yw atgyweirio ac ailddefnyddio ein hadeiladau yn ymwneud â'r gorffennol yn unig. Mae'n un o'r dewisiadau mwyaf cynaliadwy y gallwn eu gwneud ar gyfer y dyfodol.

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Tywi Centre, Dinefwr Farm
Llandeilo
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