Cyfarthfa Foundation

15/06/2026

DO YOU WANT TO MAKE ART IN THE PARK?
Oriel Bothy Gallery - Cyfarthfa Park invites you to the 'Plein Air' in the stunning grounds of Cyfarthfa Park!
Open to all 2D artists of all ages.

15/06/2026

🍉🧺 What is your absolute favourite picnic food? 🥪🍓

Are you all about a classic sausage roll, or does a fresh, vibrant pasta salad win every time? Maybe you’re a strictly strawberries-and-cream traditionalist? Tell us in the comments! 👇

Whatever your go-to picnic snack is, wrap it up, pack your hamper, and come share a bite with the community!

Join us for a relaxed Cyfarthfa Community Picnic in the Park
🗓️ Saturday 20th June
⏰ 11:30am – 2:30pm
📍 Set against the beautiful lakeside backdrop of Cyfarthfa Park

Bring your family, friends, neighbours, picnic blankets and of course, your favourite food and drinks for an afternoon of community, conversation, and outdoor fun.

Let us know what food you're bringing in the comments, and find out more details at 👉 https://cyfarthfafoundation.wales/latest/celebrate-national-picnic-week-cyfarthfa-park/

15/06/2026

🚗 Parking & Visitor Safety Reminder at Cyfarthfa Park 🌿

To help keep everyone safe and the park enjoyable for all:
🚫 No parking on driveways – please follow all signage.
🐢 Stick to the speed limit – visitor safety is our top priority.

🅿️ Parking locations:
At the park entrance near the Pandy & steps to the lake
Behind the castle, in front of the Greenhouses & Oriel Bothy Gallery

🌍 Help us reduce traffic:
If you can, please consider walking or car sharing 👣🚶‍♀️🚗

🚌 Public transport:
Stagecoach Bus 25 – available from Stand 4 at the bus station

Thank you for helping us keep the park safe and welcoming for everyone 💚

Cyfarthfa Castle & Park Cyfarthfa Foundation Oriel Bothy Gallery - Cyfarthfa Park Cyfarthfa Miniature Railway, Merthyr Tydfil. Cyfarthfa Park Cafe & Splash Pad

15/06/2026

12/06/2026

Yesterday we enjoyed the new collection at the Oriel Bothy Gallery - Cyfarthfa Park with some amazing new work from local artists. Take a look if you're at Cyfarthfa. They are open from 10am to 4pm this weekend.

10/06/2026

Take a listen to the latest 'Your Art, Unlocked' podcast from Art UK that discovers more about Megan Watts Hughes' Voice Figures at Cyfarthfa Castle & Park.

08/06/2026

Dathlwch Wythnos Genedlaethol y Picnic ym Mharc Cyfarthfa!

Ymunwch â ni ar gyfer digwyddiad hamddenol Picnic Cymunedol yn y Parc Cyfarthfa ddydd Sadwrn 20 Mehefin rhwng 11:30am a 2:30pm ar lan y llyn hardd ym Mharc Cyfarthfa.

Dewch â’ch teulu, ffrindiau, cymdogion, blancedi picnic, cadeiriau, a’ch hoff fwyd a diod ar gyfer prynhawn o gymuned, sgwrsio, a hwyl yn yr awyr agored.

Bydd cyfle i fwynhau:
Cerddoriaeth fyw steil bysgio
Gemau lawnt traddodiadol
Gweithgareddau crefft yn Oriel Bothy Gallery - Cyfarthfa Park
Amgylchedd hardd y parc
Amser i ymlacio, cysylltu, a mwynhau’r awyr agored gyda’ch gilydd

Ewch i https://cyfarthfafoundation.wales/cy/diweddaraf/dathlwch-wythnos-genedlaethol-picnic-ym-mharc-cyfarthfa/

08/06/2026

Celebrate National Picnic Week at Cyfarthfa Park

Join us for a relaxed Cyfarthfa Community Picnic in the Park on Saturday 20th June from 11:30am – 2:30pm, set against the beautiful lakeside backdrop of Cyfarthfa Park.

Bring your family, friends, neighbours, picnic blankets, chairs, and your favourite food and drinks for an afternoon of community, conversation, and outdoor fun.

Enjoy:

Live busker-style music
Traditional lawn games
Craft activities at the Oriel Bothy Gallery - Cyfarthfa Park
Beautiful park surroundings

Time to relax, connect, and enjoy the outdoors together

Read more here: https://cyfarthfafoundation.wales/latest/celebrate-national-picnic-week-cyfarthfa-park/

08/06/2026

Last week we attended the Metro & Us event, which highlighted the recent investment in the South Wales Metro and how to maximise its impact and realise its wider vision.

Our Chair of the Cyfarthfa Foundation, Geraint Talfan Davies shared opening remarks including the positive contribution that would be made by the development of Cyfarthfa.

08/06/2026

Join artists, poets, musicians & friends for relaxed, creative evenings at the Bothy.
Please email: [email protected] to book and for more information.