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Schools fly the flag at festive medieval market
Pupils from schools across the county borough have been busy preparing special banners that will be on display in Caerphilly town centre on 8th & 9th December, during the much-anticipated Caerphilly Medieval Christmas Fayre. Over 40 colourful medieval banners have been produced to line the walkway to Caerphilly Castle during the event with over 15 schools participating. The banners have been created by schools from all over the county borough and will bring added colour to the festive fayre. Local schools have been working hard over the last few weeks to create some fantastic masterpieces for all the visitors of the market to see. The creators should be proud of their work and encourage friends and family members to come along and view their work, whilst also soaking up the medieval atmosphere! The banners really show a sense of ownership from the schools and this year to ensure each school gets a fair chance of holding the winning title, we are handing the voting over to the public. Over the two days members of the public both young and old will be able to come along and vote for their favourite banner. One lucky winner will receive vouchers for the school and the banner artwork will be featured in the 2013 promotional material and/or website. All schools will receive a certificate for taking part in this fun and festive activity. The schools have really worked hard with the children and the effort and quantity of banners made has been overwhelming.
Caerphilly Medieval Christmas Fayre
Caerphilly Medieval Christmas Fayre returns on Saturday 8th December (9am – 5pm) and Sunday 9th December (10am – 4pm) Caerphilly Town Centre. Over 100 traders will line the town with indulgent food and Christmas gifts with activities and entertainment for all the family. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a town preparing for Christmas. Please note that Cardiff Road will be closed from approx Midnight on Fri 7th December to approx 9pm on Sun 9th December.
Blackwood Parking Restrictions
Gwent Police officers continue to enforce the parking restrictions in the town centre. Since the start of September, 76 Fixed Penalty tickets have been issued for ‘no waiting’ and 47 on Thursday evening to drivers contravening the road closure notices. This enforcement action will continue up until the New Year.
Panto time!
It’s panto time again! This Christmas the Blackwood Miners Institute will be staging ‘Babes In the Wood’ starring Welsh entertainer Owen Money. The production will offer the full panto experience with a baddie to boo and hiss at, lots of audience participation, laugh-out-loud comedy, a hero and a heroine and amazing musical numbers. Tickets are available at the box office on 01495 227206.
Max Boyce at Blackwood Miners Institute
Welsh icon Max Boyce will be playing the Blackwood Miners Insitute on 2nd November. Come along and enjoy an evening of humour with the odd ode to the glorious game of rugby thrown in! Tickets cost £21.00/ £20.00 and are available at the box office on 01495 227206.
Blackwood Christmas Market
The Blackwood Christmas Market returns on Sat 1st December (9am – 5pm) and Sun 2nd December (10am – 4pm). The event will include stalls lining the high street for a weekend of festive entertainment, a traditional funfair, Santa and his reindeers and lantern making workshops. The Town’s Christmas Lights will be switched on at 4pm on the Saturday (outside the Old Post Office). Please note that High Street will be closed from Friday 30th November at 7pm to 10pm on Sunday 2nd December.
New Business Funding Event
Tredomen Business & Technology Centre 14th November 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm The Business Enterprise Support Team, CCBC is working in partnership with Business in Focus to bring a free business funding and networking event for start-ups and established businesses in Caerphilly County Borough. Grant support for start-up businesses; advice and business skills training for established businesses; free business insurance diagnostic and eCommerce advice. For more information tel 01443 841842 or to reserve your place eMail marketing@businessinfocus.co.uk