Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod
Date: Jul 2009 (annual)
Theme: Folk
Rating: 3 Stars
As well as colourful daytime competitions, competitors and world-renowned artists give special performances each evening. Highlights in 2008 include Elaine Page, who opens the festival, All Angels, the Choir of the World competition in which the winning choirs from the five major choral competitions compete for the Pavarotti Trophy, and the Opera Gala featuring Alfie Boe, Elin Manahan Thomas and David Kempster, which closes the event.
The programme is extensive, with a broad range of other events including a Celtic Day, Children's Day, Youth Day and Family Day. For full details, please visit the festival website. Early planning is essential for visitors - tickets for the main events are best booked in advance.
The village itself has a population of just 3000, which swells hugely during the festival - both spectators and performers are forced to squeeze themselves into all available accommodation in Llangollen and the surrounding towns and villages. A tremendous community spirit sees the locals taking in guests from all over the world.
Event Details
- First Date: 8-13 July 2009 TBC
- Opening Hour(s): Various
- Town: Clwyd
Venue Details
- Venue: Llangollen
- Address: LL20
- Tel: +44 (0) 1978 862000
- Directions: By Road: near the junction of the A5 and the A483.
By Rail: the nearest major stations are Chester and Crewe.
By Bus: a limited bus service operates between the Ruabon/Chirk branch line stations and Llangollen.