Events
Upcoming Events:
Regrettably, the Carol Singing event for 18th December 2022 has been cancelled due to the adverse weather forecast.
Past Events:
Open Doors 2022
In 2021 Whitland Abbey took part in the CADW Open Doors celebration of the heritage of Wales for the first time. A second event was held in 2022 on Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th September between 11.00am and 5.00pm. There was a wide range of special attractions to give you an idea of what life was like at Whitland Abbey in medieval times.
WHITLAND ABBEY AND THE CISTERCIAN WORLD
An online talk on Saturday March 27th at 3pm by Professor Janet Burton (Professor of Medieval History at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David).
This talk was hosted by Canolfan Hywel Dda and all proceeds are being used to protect and promote Whitland’s heritage.
It was recorded, so if you missed the live session, or would wish to watch again, please contact us on ebost@hywel-dda.co.uk
Ny Dyly Dim: Women and the law in Medieval Wales
An online talk on Wednesday July 14th at 6pm by Dr. Sara Elin Roberts, Visiting Lecturer in history at the University of Chester.
This talk was hosted by Canolfan Hywel Dda and all proceeds are being used to protect and promote Whitland’s heritage.
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Holy Cross Abbey
Holy Cross Abbey is set on the side of a hill overlooking a broad valley with the Preseli Hills as a backdrop beyond. It is a place of peace and great natural beauty and provides a perfect environment for a monastic life of prayer and praise: a place of rest and refreshment for those who visit us. Go to https://www.hcawhitland.co.uk/ for more information.
Walking routes on Plotaroute
Whitland Abbey is on the Abbey Byway public footpath that links it with the town of Whitland. There are many other public footpaths in the area, including the historic Landsker Borderlands trail, there is something for you whether you just wish a little gentle outdoors stroll to enjoy the stunning contryside, or want a longer more challenging walk. Go to www.plotaroute.com for more information.
National Churches Trust
The National Churches Trust’s work is dedicated to supporting places of worship of historic, architectural and community value used by Christian denominations throughout the UK. Their aims are to maintain the UK’s heritage of church buildings and to enhance their ability to serve local communities. Go to https://www.nationalchurchestrust.org/ for more information.
Canolfan Hywel Dda
Canolfan Hywel Dda is a heritage centre focussed on raising awareness of King Hywel Dda and his Laws and their importance to medieval society. Its unique six-part garden illustrates the Laws and the Centre provides further ways to explore this whole area of history. For more information, go to https://www.hywel-dda.co.uk/default.htm .
Explore Churches Wales
This project aims to attract UK and international visitors to experience the wonderful sacred heritage of Wales, particularly those along and close to The Wales Way. They enable visitors to book travel to Welsh churches, chapels and cathedrals and then explore their wider natural, built and community heritage. Go to https://www.explorechurches.org/ for more information
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