Welfare Ystradgynlais

Welfare Ystradgynlais Built from the miners pennies in 1934 & the heart of our community, The Welfare is an arts & community centre in the upper Swansea Valley.

Registered Charity no: 1054054

19/06/2026

Today saw the release of Panedeni’s brand new EP, Atamanaa.

Meaning “I hope”, Atamanaa brings together Welsh and Arabic musical traditions in a rich and uplifting collection of songs performed in four languages. Created through collaborations with artists from different backgrounds and traditions, the EP is a celebration of connection, culture and the power of music to bring people together.

Featuring guest collaborations with Sion Rickard and Ayoub Boukhalfa, the EP blends oud, guitar, violin, clarinet, flutes, Egyptian percussion, bass and vocals to create a vibrant multicultural sound. Expect everything from reimagined folk melodies and Welsh border pipes to infectious belly dance rhythms.

Want to hear it live? Panedeni will be performing songs from Atamanaa here at The Welfare on next Friday, 26th June.

Tickets available now.

Tonight, we finally meet Claire and Simon.Married for years. Everything is fine... just fine...Until Roger arrives.A fun...
19/06/2026

Tonight, we finally meet Claire and Simon.

Married for years. Everything is fine... just fine...
Until Roger arrives.

A funny, moving and brilliantly observed comedy from award-winning Doctor Who writer Robert Shearman.

Tonight at 7.30pm
Tickets from £10

Toy Story 5 and Effi O Blaenau are both being released in cinemas today, but you can catch our screenings next month!Eff...
19/06/2026

Toy Story 5 and Effi O Blaenau are both being released in cinemas today, but you can catch our screenings next month!

Effie O Blaenau (15)
Friday 3rd July @ 1pm & 7.30pm
Monday 6th July @ 7pm (Followed with an on-screen Q&A)

Toy Story 5 (PG)
Monday 20th July @ 2pm
Tuesday 21st July @ 11am (Relaxed) & 2pm
Wednesday 22nd July @ 11am (Relaxed) & 4pm
Thursday 23rd July @ 2pm

Tickets available here: https://thewelfare.co.uk/cinema/

"As heart-rending as it's absurd." - Nigel Jarrett, Arts Scene in WalesRead the full review here: https://asiw.co.uk/rev...
18/06/2026

"As heart-rending as it's absurd." - Nigel Jarrett, Arts Scene in Wales
Read the full review here: https://asiw.co.uk/reviews/white-lies-by-robert-shearman-lighthouse-theatre-abergavenny-borough-theatre

Claire and Simon have been married for fifteen years. Everything is fine. Just fine.

Then there's Roger – an imaginary friend created to add a little excitement to their lives, with unexpected consequences.

Written by award-winning Doctor Who writer Robert Shearman, Lighthouse Theatre's White Lies is a sharp, funny and compassionate comedy exploring loneliness, identity and connection.

Tomorrow at 7.30pm.
Tickets from £10: https://thewelfare.co.uk/Shows/lighthouse-theatre-presents-white-lies/

As part of Men's Health Week, The Welfare Ystradgynlais and The BloomSpace Foundation are launching Man Made - a new pro...
18/06/2026

As part of Men's Health Week, The Welfare Ystradgynlais and The BloomSpace Foundation are launching Man Made - a new project created for men to get together, learn new skills, be creative and connect with others.

We're exploring a range of arts activities funded by Cyngor Celfyddydau Cymru | Arts Council of Wales, from wood carving and printmaking to other hands-on creative sessions. The project will be open to all men, and no previous experience is needed.

Before we get started, we'd love to hear from you.

What activities would you like to try? What would encourage you to get involved?

Take a couple of minutes to complete our short survey here: https://forms.gle/eTQdHYDqoVAmschy5 or email [email protected] with your ideas and suggestions.

Help us shape Man Made into something you'd genuinely want to be part of.

Did you know we offer FREE cinema screenings for the following groups of people?🎬 Mothers & Babies🎬 Over 65's🎬 Neurodive...
18/06/2026

Did you know we offer FREE cinema screenings for the following groups of people?

🎬 Mothers & Babies
🎬 Over 65's
🎬 Neurodivergents

Our Screen Social programme is designed to make cinema accessible and inclusive for all.

CineCwtsh - Mami a Babi screenings:
A welcoming cinema experience created for mums and their babies. We're proud to be a breastfeeding-friendly venue and a supportive space for mums to enjoy time together.

During screenings the volume is reduced, the lights are up slightly, and there are no trailers or adverts.

Silver Screenings:
For anyone aged 65 and over, offering a relaxed way to enjoy great films and spend time with friends, old and new.

During screenings the volume is reduced are there will be on-screen captions for most films.

Relaxed screenings:
Open to everyone but may especially benefit neurodivergent people and anyone who would prefer an informal setting.

House lights are kept on low during the film, the volume is reduced, and there are no trailers or adverts. Customers are welcome to move around, make noise or talk.

Tickets for Screen Social screenings are free for people from the above groups thanks to funding from Film Hub Wales & Film Cymru Wales.

Click on the relevent flyer for information on how to access the free screenings.

18/06/2026

White Lies writer Robert Shearman tells us all about the play that Lighthouse Theatre are performing here at The Welfare tomorrow at 7.30pm!

There's still time to join us for an evening of Mozart, Haydn, a world premiere by Sarah Frances Jenkins and 40 years of...
18/06/2026

There's still time to join us for an evening of Mozart, Haydn, a world premiere by Sarah Frances Jenkins and 40 years of the Welsh Chamber Orchestra.

Arrive early for our free 7pm introduction to the music and musicians.

Tonight 7pm: Pre-concert intro | 7.30pm: Concert
🎟️ Tickets from £10: https://thewelfare.co.uk/Shows/welsh-chamber-orchestra

17/06/2026

Polly Kilpatrick (Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, The Salt Path) plays Claire, one half of the married couple at the centre of Lighthouse Theatre's White Lies. Here she gives us a little insight to the play...

What begins as a playful attempt to shake up a long-term relationship soon takes some surprising turns.

Funny, insightful and full of recognisable moments, White Lies is the Welsh premiere of Robert Shearman's acclaimed comedy.

ThisFriday 19th June, 7.30pm here at The Welfare.
Tickets from £10: https://thewelfare.co.uk/Shows/lighthouse-theatre-presents-white-lies/

Address

Brecon Road
Ystradgynlais
SA91JJ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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+441639843163

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