National Eisteddfod 2026

The National Eisteddfod of Wales (Eisteddfod y Garreg Las) takes place in Llantwd, North Pembrokeshire, from 1–8 August 2026. This year is a major milestone, celebrating 850 years since the very first recorded Eisteddfod in Cardigan in 1176. The West Wales u3a Network will be attending on Friday 7th and Saturday 8th August.

We would love to hear from Welsh-speaking u3a members who would like to help on the network stand. If you are interested please get in touch with Hazel Towle, the network chair. Her contact details are on the Home page of the website.

Carmarthen AGM Meeting February 2026

In February 2026 the West Wales Network committee met together in person at the Myrddin Indoor Centre in Carmarthen. The meeting was chaired by David Grindrod, the network chair. The minutes will be available in due course on the Home screen including details of the new officers appointed ie - Jan Manning, Network treasurer, Hazel Towle, Network chair, David Grindrod, Vice-chair and Phillippa Verity Davies, Network Secretary.

Next Committee Meeting July 2026

The next meeting which will be held in Carmarthen on Tuesday 14th July 2026 starting at 1.30pm at the Myrddin Indoor Bowling Centre. The address is: Picton Terrace, Carmarthen SA31 3BT.

The minutes of the previous meetings in June and October are available on the Home page. Minutes of the February AGM will follow when approved.

Details of the agenda for the next meeting will be posted when available.