What’s
on?
The following events and activities will be taking place at the park:
Street Food: The Little Dragon Pizza Van
Join this week’s guest vendor at the park - The Little Dragon Pizza Van
Offering the tastiest wood-fired pizzas around - made with a secret sauce and the finest authentic ingredients, these delicious pizzas are cooked in under 90 seconds. For more information visit The Little Dragon Pizza Van’s facebook page here
Our outdoor Lake View Café Kiosk will be open until 8pm offering a range of refreshments.
The main gates, car parks and children’s play area are all open until 8.30pm.
N.E.W.T Aquathlon Race 1
The Parc Bryn Bach Aquathlon Series is a fun, friendly and relaxed mid-week event, providing accessible racing for all athletes (over the age of 16) and a great way to get some good race training & open water practice.
The event includes a 750m swim and a 5km run.
Race Starts at 7.00pm - Registration between 5.30pm - 6.30pm in the Visitor Centre.
Please note that wetsuits are mandatory.
For more information on these events or to sign up online visit the Newport & East Wales Triathlon website or the British Triathlon website
Hospice of the Valleys National 3 Peaks Challenge
Our Parc Bryn Bach team will be supporting the Hospice of the Valleys National 3 Peaks Challenges this year.
The National 3 Peaks is an awesome 24 hours of adventure as you take on the three highest peaks in Scotland; Ben Nevis (1,344m), England; Scafell Pike (978m) and Wales Snowdon (1,085m), around 23 miles of walking and 3,064m of ascent. That’s the equivalent height of 32 London’s Big Ben or 696 double decker buses stacked on top of each other…
Event Details:
Date: Friday 14th – Sunday 16th June 2024 or Friday 28th – Sunday 30th June 2024
Meeting Location: Parc Bryn Bach, Tredegar. NP22 3AY
Meeting Time: 5.30am for kit inspection, departing for Scotland at 6.30am
Age: 18 years and older
For more information or to register, visit the Hospice of the Valleys website here
N.E.W.T Aquathlon Race 2
The Parc Bryn Bach Aquathlon Series is a fun, friendly and relaxed mid-week event, providing accessible racing for all athletes (over the age of 16) and a great way to get some good race training & open water practice.
The event includes a 750m swim and a 5km run.
Race Starts at 7.00pm - Registration between 5.30pm - 6.30pm in the Visitor Centre.
Please note that wetsuits are mandatory.
For more information on these events or to sign up online visit the Newport & East Wales Triathlon website or the British Triathlon website
Hospice of the Valleys National 3 Peaks Challenge
Our Parc Bryn Bach team will be supporting the Hospice of the Valleys National 3 Peaks Challenges this year.
The National 3 Peaks is an awesome 24 hours of adventure as you take on the three highest peaks in Scotland; Ben Nevis (1,344m), England; Scafell Pike (978m) and Wales Snowdon (1,085m), around 23 miles of walking and 3,064m of ascent. That’s the equivalent height of 32 London’s Big Ben or 696 double decker buses stacked on top of each other…
Event Details:
Date: Friday 28th – Sunday 30th June 2024
Meeting Location: Parc Bryn Bach, Tredegar. NP22 3AY
Meeting Time: 5.30am for kit inspection, departing for Scotland at 6.30am
Age: 18 years and older
For more information or to register, visit the Hospice of the Valleys website here
Titan Brecon Middle Distance Triathlon
Titan Brecon Middle Distance Triathlon is back for 2024, and we are celebrating the 10th year of Titan... Possibly the most Iconic Middle Distance Triathlon on the UK Calendar which is not to be missed in 2024! And, they have added an Aquabike option for the event, so if running is not your bag you can still #BecomeaTitan.
Titan Brecon Middle Distance Triathlon starts with a 1.2 mile one-lap swim and takes place in the park lake, fed by the waters of the Black Mountains in Wales.
The 60-mile bike course has now built a following of fans and ‘epic’ is the word! The quiet roads have excellent riding surfaces and the route tours the beautiful Brecon Moors before culminating with a sustained climb back to T2.
The final 13.1 mile run is a three-lap route around the lake and park – so it’s great for spectators!
For more information, or to entre please visit the DB Max website here
N.E.W.T Aquathlon Race 3
The Parc Bryn Bach Aquathlon Series is a fun, friendly and relaxed mid-week event, providing accessible racing for all athletes (over the age of 16) and a great way to get some good race training & open water practice.
The event includes a 750m swim and a 5km run.
Race Starts at 7.00pm - Registration between 5.30pm - 6.30pm in the Visitor Centre.
Please note that wetsuits are mandatory.
For more information on these events or to sign up online visit the Newport & East Wales Triathlon website or the British Triathlon website
N.E.W.T Aquathlon Race 4
The Parc Bryn Bach Aquathlon Series is a fun, friendly and relaxed mid-week event, providing accessible racing for all athletes (over the age of 16) and a great way to get some good race training & open water practice.
The event includes a 750m swim and a 5km run.
Race Starts at 7.00pm - Registration between 5.30pm - 6.30pm in the Visitor Centre.
Please note that wetsuits are mandatory.
For more information on these events or to sign up online visit the Newport & East Wales Triathlon website or the British Triathlon website
Street Food: The Munch Stop
Join this week’s guest vendor at the park - The Munch Stop
The Munch Stop offer a range of burgers, hotdogs and loaded fries, for more info visit their Facebook page here
Our outdoor Lake View Café Kiosk will be open until 8pm offering a range of refreshments.
The main gates, car parks and children’s play area are all open until 8.30pm.
Environmental Volunteer Day
Join the BGCBC Biodiversity team and help them with a new project called ‘Devil’s in the Planting of Wildflowers’ as part of the Grassland Networks project.
With the help of Gwent Wildlife Trust, the group will sow Devils Bit Scabious seeds, a plant which is really important food source for the declining Marsh Fritillary Butterfly, among other pollinators at the park.
Please wear suitable clothing for the weather with sturdy shoes. Work gloves and tools will be provided. Please bring any food and drinks you may want for the day (there is also a café on site at the Visitor Centre selling food and refreshments).
For more information, or to join this session please email Nadine.Morgan@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk
Hospice of the Valleys 6 Mile Race & 1 Mile Run
Help raise money for the Hospice of the Valleys with their annual Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run at Parc Bryn Bach.
Whether you’re an advanced runner, enjoying park run life, social running or want to set yourself a challenge, aged over 17, then the Senior Six Mile Race is for you.
Due to popular demand and to support and encourage little runners the Hospice of the Valleys also offer 4-16 years olds the Junior One Mile Run. Children aged 4-7 years are advised to run with a responsible adult aged 18+.
For more information, or to register for the event visit the Hospice of the Valleys website here
Street Food: The Little Dragon Pizza Van
Join this week’s guest vendor at the park - The Little Dragon Pizza Van
Offering the tastiest wood-fired pizzas around - made with a secret sauce and the finest authentic ingredients, these delicious pizzas are cooked in under 90 seconds. For more information visit The Little Dragon Pizza Van’s facebook page here
Our outdoor Lake View Café Kiosk will be open until 8pm offering a range of refreshments.
The main gates, car parks and children’s play area are all open until 8.30pm.
Environmental Volunteer Day
Join the BGCBC Biodiversity team and help them with a new project called ‘Devil’s in the Planting of Wildflowers’ as part of the Grassland Networks project.
With the help of Gwent Wildlife Trust, the group will sow Devils Bit Scabious seeds, a plant which is really important food source for the declining Marsh Fritillary Butterfly, among other pollinators at the park.
Please wear suitable clothing for the weather with sturdy shoes. Work gloves and tools will be provided. Please bring any food and drinks you may want for the day (there is also a café on site at the Visitor Centre selling food and refreshments).
For more information, or to join this session please email Nadine.Morgan@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk
The Cave
Explore The Cave, our specially designed on-site caving container this February half term.
£3.50 per child | Suitable for ages 4+
No booking necessary - simply pay on the day when you visit
Activity Day
Join us for a day of fun adventure activities on land and on water at Parc Bryn Bach this half term – activities are weather dependent and may include caving, climbing wall, bush craft and orienteering or Tiki SUP.
£21.15 per person | Suitable for ages 8 - 14
Booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
The Cave
Explore The Cave, our specially designed on-site caving container this February half term.
£3.50 per child | Suitable for ages 4+
No booking necessary - simply pay on the day when you visit
Mountain Bike Taster Session
Join our activity team for a trail ride around the stunning scenery of Parc Bryn Bach.
£15 per person (includes mountain bike) | Suitable for ages 13+
Booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
The Cave
Explore The Cave, our specially designed on-site caving container this February half term.
£3.50 per child | Suitable for ages 4+
No booking necessary - simply pay on the day when you visit
Canoe Taster Session
This fun and friendly taster session will give you a chance to experience canoeing at Parc Bryn Bach.
Here you can learn how to steer, control and manoeuvre your canoe out on the lake. If you fancy a challenge, there are plenty of chances to join in with some tasks that will test your balance and teamwork.
£11 per person | Suitable for ages 8 +
Booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
Archery Tag
Do battle with friends and family in a fun, safe and social environment at Parc Bryn Bach this half term.
Join us for a fast-paced game of Archery Tag, which combines all the best elements of paintball, laser tag, dodgeball and archery.
£10 per person | Suitable for ages 8+
Booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
Bushcraft
Learn the basics of fire and shelter building with our expert instructors at Parc Bryn Bach and then have fun toasting marshmallows and enjoying a hot chocolate.
£11 per person | Suitable for ages 6+
Booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
The Cave
Explore The Cave, our specially designed on-site caving container this February half term.
£3.50 per child | Suitable for ages 4+
No booking necessary - simply pay on the day when you visit
Mountain Bike Taster Session
Join our activity team for a trail ride around the stunning scenery of Parc Bryn Bach.
£15 per person (includes mountain bike) | Suitable for ages 13+
Booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
The Cave
Explore The Cave, our specially designed on-site caving container this February half term.
£3.50 per child | Suitable for ages 4+
No booking necessary - simply pay on the day when you visit
Archery Tag
Do battle with friends and family in a fun, safe and social environment at Parc Bryn Bach this half term.
Join us for a fast-paced game of Archery Tag, which combines all the best elements of paintball, laser tag, dodgeball and archery.
£10 per person | Suitable for ages 8+
Booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
Environmental Volunteer Day
Would you like to get involved with our environmental work at the park and help us with some hedgerow planting?
The Biodiversity Team from Blaenau Gwent Council will be planting a native mixed hedgerow along one of the fence lines at the park, and are looking for volunteers to help them.
Please note - suitable clothing is required for the weather with sturdy shoes/wellies (the area in which we will be planting can get quite wet). Work gloves and tools will be provided. Please bring refreshments or you can purchase food and drinks from the on-site café in the Visitor Centre.
For more info on this session, or to volunteer for it, please email Nadine Morgan at Nadine.morgan@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk
Off-Site Activity Day
Scale the heights with us and join our Parc Bryn Bach activity team for a day at Llangorse Multi Activity Centre!
Activities will include indoor climbing, indoor bouldering, abseiling and indoor high ropes.
£35 per person (includes return transport) | Suitable for ages 8 – 14 years
Booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
*Please bring a packed lunch and suitable footwear.
Christmas Crafts
Come and join us for some festive family fun this December with an evening of Christmas Crafts for children aged 3 - 11 years.
£10 per child - includes a range of craft activities and a children's meal
Meal options include: chicken nuggets and chips, fish finger and chips, or sausage and chips.
Call us on 01495 355920 to make a booking
Tredegar Orpheus Male Voice Choir
Join Tredegar Orpheus Male Voice Choir for a festive evening of music and song at Parc Bryn Bach.
£7.50 per person ~ includes a mince pie and a glass of mulled wine
Booking is essential, please call us on 01495 355920
Family Christmas Trail
Explore the park with our special Family Christmas Trail this December!
Collect your clues from reception and then explore the park on our Christmas themed treasure trail - once you’ve found all the markers, return to the visitor centre to collect your prize!
£1 per child
No booking necessary - just come to reception during your visit
Chase the Christmas Pudding Festive Family Fun Run
What could be more amusing leading up to the Christmas period than getting out your festive costumes, chasing a giant Christmas Pudding all while having fun and raising vital funds for Hospice of the Valleys.
Forget training or worrying about how fast you can complete it; this Festive Fun Run is all about dressing up, being with friends and family and supporting a good local cause.
You can run, jog, dance, skip or walk 2 laps of the scenic lake whilst chasing our giant Christmas Pudding. Or take part virtually in your own local community.
Feel free to wear your own costume; elves, Santa reindeer, turkeys are all welcome – in fact anything Christmassy! We’ll have a prize for the best fancy dress too.
The event is family friendly and wheelchair accessible; push prams are welcome so why not make it a family effort. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome to join us too.
There will be Christmas music to raise the spirits, raffle and well deserved hot and cold refreshments available in the Visitors Centre. Changing facilities and parking available on site.
For more information, or to sign up visit the Hospice of the Valleys website here
Welsh Cyclo-cross
Join British Cycling for their next Cyclo-cross event at Parc Bryn Bach!
Cyclo-cross is off-road cycle racing on grass and tracks, up and down banks, with varied terrain. It’s usually held in public parks or on sports fields and is technically and physically less demanding than mountain-biking.
Anyone can enter no matter what their age, ability or bike, provided they have a helmet and their bike is in good working order. There is a category for everyone and separate races for younger riders. Podiums/prizes are awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each category.
For more info or to enter please visit Welsh Cyclo-cross League Round 5 - Pontypool RCC @ Parc Bryn Bach Events - British Cycling
Tiki SUP
Explore the lake on one of our group stand-up paddle boards with your friends this half term!
£11 per person
Suitable for ages 8+
Pre-booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
Tiki SUP
Explore the lake on one of our group stand-up paddle boards with your friends this half term!
£11 per person
Suitable for ages 8+
Pre-booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here
Cave & Climb
Take on our climbing wall and caving container this half term at Parc Bryn Bach!
Suitable for ages 4+
£3.50 for one activity or £6 for both
No booking is necessary, simply pay the activity staff at the wall or cave.
Cave & Climb
Take on our climbing wall and caving container this half term at Parc Bryn Bach!
Suitable for ages 4+
£3.50 for one activity or £6 for both
No booking is necessary, simply pay the activity staff at the wall or cave.
Cave & Climb
Take on our climbing wall and caving container this half term at Parc Bryn Bach!
Suitable for ages 4+
£3.50 for one activity or £6 for both
No booking is necessary, simply pay the activity staff at the wall or cave.
Activity Day
Join us for a day of fun adventure activities on land and on water at the park this half term!
Please note that activities are weather dependent and may include caving, climbing wall, bush craft and orienteering or Tiki SUP
£21.15 per child
Suitable for ages 8 – 14 years
Pre-booking is essential as spaces are limited - book online here