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Local Pupils Take Centre Stage to Tackle Inclusion in Sport

In a display of passion and conviction, pupils from Abercanaid, Troedyrhiw, Bedlinog, and Trelewis gathered at the Civic Centre on Thursday, 10th July, to debate one of the most pressing issues in the… Content last updated: 10 July 2025

Eco Scheme

ECO4 is the latest Energy Company Obligation scheme administered by OFGEM. The aim of ECO Funding is to help those who are living in fuel poverty and vulnerable to the risk of living in a cold home, a… Content last updated: 10 June 2025

Come to Merthyr Tydfil and get creative!

Local people interested in learning more about radio production and story and screenwriting have the opportunity this weekend to join a series of free courses at two Merthyr Tydfil venues.  Redhouse C… Content last updated: 17 June 2022

Alcohol and Entertainment licence

The Licensing Act 2003 introduced a new licensing system administered by the local authority in its capacity as the Licensing Authority for its area, and amalgamated six existing licensing regimes (al… Content last updated: 26 November 2024

Small Business Rates Relief in Wales

The Welsh Government provides non-domestic rates relief to eligible small businesses.  those with a rateable value of up to £6,000 will receive 100% relief;  those with a rateable value between £6,00… Content last updated: 23 July 2024

Successful Insport event held at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre

Today, Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre hosted a free sports event, specifically aimed at promoting disability sport and inclusive opportunities across Merthyr Tydfil. The event was organised by Active M… Content last updated: 16 February 2024

Then and now: Merthyr Tydfil’s iconic Milbourne Chambers building through the decades

The Milbourne Chambers building — regularly referred to by locals as ‘Samuel’s Corner’ due to jeweller H Samuel’s long-standing residence in the building — is one of Merthyr Tydfil town centre’s most… Content last updated: 21 November 2022

Partners travel to Merthyr Tydfil to discuss ideas for ambitious European trails project

Local authority, tourism and university partners in an international tourism and environmental initiative travelled to Merthyr Tydfil to progress plans for the project – as well as to visit some of th… Content last updated: 12 July 2022

Off to a flying ‘art’ — local artist unveils first private gallery in Merthyr Tydfil town centre

Local portrait artist Aimie Sutton has opened the first independent/private studio and art gallery in Merthyr Tydfil — following the success of her two-year-old online business. ‘The Art of Aimie’ off… Content last updated: 21 September 2022

Eisteddfod Clwstwr showcases Welsh talent in the County Borough

Today, pupils from across Merthyr Tydfil will show off their creative talents in the Eisteddfod Clwstwr, an online event showcasing Welsh language talents. Young people will play instruments, act, dan… Content last updated: 04 January 2023

Virtual Merthyr Tour will feature as part of Visit Wales’s national trails campaign

Merthyr Tydfil is set to play a prominent role in a new national tourism promotional campaign coinciding with the launch of the Council’s online tour of our fantastic landscape. Virtual Merthyr – A 36… Content last updated: 05 November 2024

100 Young Learners Empowered by ‘Superwomen of Construction’ in Celebration of International Women’s Day

Merthyr Tydfil, March 2025 – In an exciting and inspiring event held to mark International Women’s Day, 100 Year 8 learners from across the Borough were treated to a day filled with empowerment, motiv… Content last updated: 17 March 2025

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Celebrate Welsh Language and Culture at our Ffair Nadolig this December

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is thrilled to promote our annual Welsh Language celebration event Ffair Nadolig on Saturday 2 December 2023, from 10am to 4pm in Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre. T… Content last updated: 17 November 2023