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Community Clean Up at Stryt Las
Don’t forget that there’s a community clean up at Stryt Las Park on Wednesday 24 October.
If you are able to lend a hand please meet at the park entrance on Cwm Glas at 1.30. It should take a couple of hours and you’ll be joined by the rangers.
The event is suitable for all ages.
For further information contact 01978 822780
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October 22, 2018
With Halloween approaching…how about some ghost stories?
Mwahahahahahahahaha… (cough – cough)
Please excuse us, just clearing our throat!
There’s a lot of historical tales floating around your local area…some of them are beautiful, some of them are wonderful – incredible even – and some of them are DOWNRIGHT SPOOKY!
We’re going to cover some of these creepy myths that exist. You may have heard some of them before – and some may be new to your ears…
Either way, grab on to your hat…and prepare for the ride…
Here’s a couple of tales from Haunted Clwyd by Richard Holland. It’s a great book with many more local stories inside.
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‘Lady Blackbird’
As you may or may not know, the village of Marford near Wrexham is famous for its “gingerbread” style of houses. They’re very charming houses and they’re full of character.
And many of them have crucifixes built into their design…
But why they were built in this style is for a much more sinister reason. These 19th century houses were actually built like this to warn off a ghost!
This is a tale of vengeance from beyond the grave…
In 1713, Madam Margaret Blackbourne of Rofft Hall was brutally murdered by her womanising husband, George Blackbourne. The murder went unpunished as the coroner (who was conveniently a relative of George) gave a verdict of misadventure…a mishap basically.
George married a new, younger wife six months later – but they’d have no peace together…
Margaret’s corpse is said to have clawed her way out of her coffin and walked through the village of Marford. She stopped at each house, tapped on their windows – sending the occupants into hysterics.
She then made her way to her former home, specifically the wedding chamber to confront George and his new bride. Margaret repeated this journey every night…the villages barricaded themselves inside and George and his wife moved to Rossett to escape her.
But she followed them!
Eventually an archdeacon was called in to ‘pray down’ the ghost, but he was only partly successful. Although her corpse was now at rest, her spirit continued to roam – hence the crosses being built into future houses.
The tragic tale of Margaret Blackbourne has become a legend and she’s now better known as ‘Lady Blackbird’.
Ghosts on your High Street?
A premises on High Street in Wrexham has a long standing reputation for hauntings. It was taken over by an insurance brokers in 1986, and soon after, things are said to have gotten a little strange…
Computer discs scattering themselves across a room, unexpected chills and sudden muggy warmth, filing cabinets suddenly opening and closing – you name it! It’s even said that a photocopier started leaking water!
And in the mornings following this, it’s said that water would be found dripping from different appliances and sockets. Engineers were called out – but they couldn’t solve the mystery. One even simply filled in his report card with a single word… “weird”.
The liquid would leave behind a milky residue. This was sent off for analysis, but never identified.
And then it all stopped! Just like that…and the mystery was never solved.
Shortly after this, the Evening Leader ran an article about the strange happenings at the building. Someone who worked there many years before was quoted on their own experiences:
“Several times I felt as if someone unseen was standing behind me. It was quite an extraordinary feeling. Stock-taking at night was always difficult. None of the staff would stay late.”
Hmm…very strange indeed.
If you enjoyed these tales, it may be worth heading over to Wrexham Museum archives search room.
These tales were taken from Haunted Clwyd by Richard Holland, which is one of the many books housed in the search room.
Jonathon Gammond, Interpretation and Access Officer at Wrexham Museum says:
“There are many more books and articles about the area’s history. All these are accessible for free in the search room on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays each week.
“We would like to reassure potential users that any paranormal activity is associated with other parts of the building and the sites in Bersham – the search room is quite safe… at least during opening hours.”
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October 22, 2018
Half term…diaries at the ready
Make sure you get your diaries out…half term is fast approaching and we have got some really great events for you!
Country parks
Professional BMX Coaching Day
October 29, 10am-3pm
Ponciau Banks Country Park
Come and learn how to tackle the track and improve your skills. Meet at the bowling pavilion at Ponciau Banks Country Park. Booking essential as places are limited, call 01978 822780.
Age 7+
£7.50
Spooky Spoons
October 31, 1.30-3.30pm
Alyn Waters Country Park
Make a halloween spoon puppet. No need to book, just drop in.
Suitable for all ages.
£2.60
Leaf Mobiles
November 1, 1.30-3.30pm
Ty Mawr Country Park
Use autumn leaves to make a beautiful mobile. No need to book!
Suitable for all ages.
£2.60
Ruabon Library (all of the events in Ruabon Library are free)
October 29
2-3pm Grwp Sgwrsio Cymraeg- for half term open to all ages
3.30pm Family board games (all ages)
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October 30
2pm Magic: the Gathering (Tournament) – suitable from 9 years and up. Booking advised. Please contact the library.
2.15-2.45pm Storytime (babies to 3 years)
October 31
2.30-3.30pm The Dog’s Trust with Bethan & Flo
3.30-4pm Paws to Read with Elliot the Tiger
November 1
3pm Crafty Corner – sticking, gluing or colouring a bonfire/autumn theme. Unsupervised event.
November 2
2pm Knit and Natter
3pm Lego group – have fun constructing using Lego
4pm Computer drop-in – informal advice session
Wrexham Library
October 31
10-11am
Craft and story session with Menter Iaith. Contact maiwenn@menterfflintwrecsam.cymru or 01352 744040 for more information.
£1 per child
There will be loads of fun to be found in Wrexham Library over the half term including Winnie the Witch and Room on the Broom activity sheets and masks to make, along with some great books to borrow from the spooky display. All activities are free and for all ages, taking place all week. Just drop in and join in the fun.
Rhos Library
October 31
2-3pm
Craft and story session with Menter Iaith. Contact maiwenn@menterfflintwrecsam.cymru or 01352 744040 for more information.
£1 per child
Gwersyllt Community Resource Centre
October 29, from 2pm. Author Marie Anne Cope coming to talk about her writing and to read one of her adult scary stories. All welcome.
November 1, 10.30–11.30am. Spooky Paws! Primary school children are welcome to join the Dogs Trust in the library for fun, spooky activities and learn how to be ‘dog smart’.
November 1, 2pm. Movie afternoon! £1 for refreshments – popcorn and drink.
Also, you can drop in any time throughout the week and paint a rock for the centre’s remembrance display. Adults and children welcome.
Free swimming
For all of Wrexham’s free swimming and free swim activity sessions, click here!
Ty Pawb
If you want to know what is on at Ty Pawb this half term, click here…
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October 22, 2018
Be fan-plastic at recycling! How you can recycle plastic in Wrexham…
Don’t get confused by plastic!
A recent article on BBC News revealed that a whopping 47% of people at home disagree about what should or shouldn’t go in their plastic recycling.
Part of the problem stems from the fact that there are many different types of plastic. But in Wrexham, most of these plastics can be recycled at the kerbside…so save the arguing for what to watch on TV that evening 😉
We want to make it a bit clearer as to which plastics can be recycled in Wrexham.
It’s not that scary…we promise!
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Which plastics?
Basically any type of plastic bottles, all plastic food trays, plastic pots and plastic tubs (any colour) can be recycled at the kerbside in Wrexham. It’s as simple as that!
You can’t recycle plastic bags, cling film, bubble wrap or crisp packets at the kerbside.
And give them a swill…
Give all of these a swill in your used dishwater before you recycle them. All the items should be clean and free from any food or drink residue when you recycle them. If you’re unsure, watch our video 😉
A useful tip…
You can make things easier for us by removing the lids from plastic bottles. “How does this help?” we hear you say…
It means you can easily dispose of liquids and wash out the bottles. So before recycling, please remove the lids, wash and squash the bottles. This gives you more room in your recycling box. We can still recycle the lids, so just throw them in with the rest of your plastics and cans.
It’s not just the kitchen!
It’s fair to say that most of the plastics in our kitchens are getting recycled…
But don’t neglect the bathroom! The plastics in your bathroom can be recycled at the kerbside too…
So when you’ve finished with your shampoo bottles, shower gels, bathroom cleaners etc. don’t forget to recycle these. But with no residue please 🙂
Let’s hit the target!
The goal in Wales is for 70% of plastic waste to be recycled by 2025. Wrexham is getting better and better at recycling and we want to play our part in achieving this.
For more nationwide statistics, take a look at the BBC News article. It’s very interesting!
Hopefully you now have all the information you need to be fan-plastic at recycling. Feel free to pass your expertise onto others 😉
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October 22, 2018
Childcare offer to cover all of Wrexham
You’ll be pleased to know that from January, 2019, the Welsh Government Childcare Offer for Wales will be rolled out to all wards in Wrexham.
At present only some areas in Wrexham have been able to access the offer. You can read about this here
From January all eligible working parents of three to four year olds living in the area will be able to apply to access up to 30 hours per week of combined Childcare and Early Years Foundation Phase Education during term time and up to nine weeks of childcare (30 hours) in the school holidays through the Childcare offer.
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Please keep an eye out here to find out when you can apply.
Wrexham and Flintshire Councils are working together to provide the Childcare Offer in Wrexham. Wrexham parents can check their eligibility and apply on-line on the joint online system hosted by Flintshire Council for the Childcare Offer in Wrexham.
Apply online here
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October 22, 2018
Half term family fun at Tŷ Pawb
Half term is fast approaching and Tŷ Pawb will be putting on a week of treats for all ages!
As well as our Halloween disco, there’s also a science festival, family films, crafts , face painting and so much more!
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Here’s the plan…
How to book
To book a place of any of the events, contact Tŷ Pawb on 01978 292144 or email typawb@wrexham.gov.uk
And there’s more!
Our resident crafties, Cwtch Ceramics, are open all day Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and they’ll also be opening on Monday during half term for some extra activities for children.
Tuesday October 30
10am-12pm – Pumpkin decorating with Siop Siwan
- Come and decorate a pumpkin with flowers! 🎃🌸
- Pumpkins and flowers/ leaves will be provided but please feel free to bring some yourself.
- £2 per person/ y person.
- Suitable for all the family!
- Please let Siwan know you are coming on the facebook event page if possible.
Wednesday October 31
1pm-3pm – Face painting Sophia Leadhill – £1 per face!
1.30pm-2.30pm – Make your own pizza with Plât Bach – £2 per pizza.
Thursday November 1
1pm – Free lunchtime concert – Elan Catrin Parry
10am-3pm – The Greatest Showman Workshop: Join us at Tŷ Pawb, Wrexham for a fun-filled 2-day dance and drama workshop inspired by 2017’s Box Office hit musical The Greatest Showman. Led by choreographer and former professional West-end dancer Julie Kirk Thomas, this workshop features hit songs from the much-loved musical tale.
2-day workshop, £39 per child, 6-12 oed/years, Limited spaces – to book:
01978 292144, typawb@wrexham.gov.uk

Check out the rest of Tŷ Pawb
While you’re here why not have a wander around our beautiful markets, food court and galleries, where you can see the amazing Wrexham Open exhibition!
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Visit the Tŷ Pawb website here.
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October 20, 2018
Armed Forces group meets to mark WWI centenary
As you might already know, we’ve got plenty of events in Wrexham to commemorate the end of the First World War.
Earlier this week, our Armed Forces group – which represents and supports serving forces members and veterans alike – met to mark the start of the series of centenary events taking place in Wrexham, and to promote the associated booklet listing the events on offer throughout the county borough.
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For a copy of the booklet, just click the image below:
Cllr David Griffiths, Armed Forces Champion for Wrexham Council, said: “It is right and proper that we commemorate all those from Wrexham who served during the First World War, and all members of the Armed Forces group felt it was only right that we meet as part of the centenary commemorations.
“And, of course, members of the group each represent associations and organisations which will have an interest in taking part in the upcoming events to mark the end of the First World War, and they will be able to spread the word of the events available among their respective organisations.”
The booklet and a number of events were funded by the Covenant Trust Fund.
The group also met to promote the Royal British Legion’s Thank You campaign, which encourages member of the public to express their thanks to those who fought in the War by learning about the generation which lived through it.
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October 19, 2018
Disability sports event coming to North Wales
Do you have an interest in disability sport? Maybe you’re the carer, friend or relative of someone with a disability who might want to try out such sports for themselves? Or maybe you have a disability yourself and want to give sports a go, but don’t know where to start?
The insport Series, which celebrates disability sport, will hold an event at Eirias Park in Colwyn Bay, Conwy, on Sunday, October 21 – and people of all ages, at all ability levels and with any impairment are invited to get involved.
Officers at Wrexham Council have been involved in organising the free event, and people from across North Wales are encouraged to come along and try out as many of the sports on offer as possible.
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There will more than 20 inclusive sports available to try out, including gymnastics, boccia, wheelchair basketball, rugby, tennis, cycling, archery and swimming.
Disability Sport Wales now offers over one million opportunities per year to disabled people across Wales. The insport Series, which travels across Wales, provides a perfect opportunity for people to try sports and find out more about the many local clubs that they can join.
Fiona Reid, CEO of Disability Sport Wales said “To have 24 Governing Body partners providing opportunities to over 700 school-aged children and young people, and 150 members of the community is a real testament to the strengthening philosophy of inclusion within Welsh Sport.
“This is one of a series of insport events across Wales, not only is it a great opportunity for families, individuals and groups to come down to a great facility and try out a range of activities with local clubs, it also opens up the opportunities for disabled children, young people and adults to glimpse their potential.
The insport series is a starting point to transform lives – whether that’s motivated by the fun of participating or the thrill of going on to compete.”
For further information, contact Mark Richards on 01492 575593 or by e-mail at Mark.richards@conwy.gov.uk for more information.
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October 19, 2018
Do your children have a love for drama and theatre? Then this new class is for them!
A new youth theatre group has started at Tŷ Pawb.
Following extremely successful performances of ‘Alice in Wonderland’, The Learning Collective return to Tŷ Pawb to host a weekly youth theatre every Wednesday night.
The youth theatre is led by Andy-Taylor Edwards. Andy holds a BA honours degree in Drama and is a qualified high school Drama teacher with 20 years’ experience of teaching young people. He has held the posts of Head of Drama, Director of Creative Arts and has led teaching and learning in a range of school senior leadership roles, including principal.
6-7pm – Juniors (ages 6-10) £5
7-8.30pm – Seniors (ages 11-16) £7.50
For more information:
learningcollective@icloud.com
01978 851007 / 07540298640
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October 19, 2018
WATCH: Tŷ Pawb’s FREE lunchtime concerts are back!
Tŷ Pawb’s popular Live Music Showcase returns for an Autumn season.
The new series moves to a weekly format and the autumn programme includes nine new artists, covering a range of music from piano recitals, vocal and small group ensembles featuring different instruments.
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The concerts are FREE to attend, but a donation is recommended to help cover the costs of the concerts and supporting the development of live music in Tŷ Pawb.
Take a look at the line up to help you plan your next visit…
Thursday, October 25
HH Classical Duo (Harpsicord and Vocal)
Thursday, November 1
Elan Catrin Parry (Classical Vocal)
Thursday, November 8
Robert Parry (Piano)
Thursday, November 15
Jago Parkyn (Piano)
Thursday, November 22
Miriam Peake (Flute)
Thursday, November 29
Bruce Davies (Piano)
Thursday, December 6
Brian Heald & Lionel Clarke (Piano and Cello)
Thursday, December 13
Elin Bartlett (Harpist)
Thursday, December 20
Elias Ackerley (Piano)
For more information about Tŷ Pawb visit the website
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October 19, 2018