Update: COVID-19 Llangollen 2020/21

Following government advice about Coronavirus, we made the decision to postpone the 74th Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod in July 2020.  The format of Llangollen 2021 will depend on the public health situation and government requirements for the holding of mass events. At the current time the government have yet to issue guidance for festivals but we are planning to go ahead and will try to make our application process as flexible as possible to enable participants to attend.

TICKET HOLDER FAQs

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I still have tickets for Llangollen 2020, how should I contact you about a refund/rescheduling?

During lockdown, most of our staff have been on furlough and those who are working are doing so from home. As restrictions start to ease, we hope to come together again soon, however, at the moment we are still working remotely. In April, we contacted ticket holders via email and have been working our way through ticket enquiries and refunds. If you have been trying to get in touch with us, please bear with us. You can either message us on social media or email info@llangollen.net

If I can’t make the rescheduled date in 2021, am I entitled to a full refund?

You’re entitled to a full ticket refund back to your original payment method (for cash, cheque or expired cards we will contact you to arrange alternative payment options). However, please note, the refund will be for the ticket price only as any additional costs such as postage and commission fees are non refundable. This is because we have already paid the charges incurred by processing your original order or posting out your tickets.

I have tickets booked via a ticket agent (Ticketmaster, Gigantic) who will contact me around refunds or exchanges?

All tickets purchased via agents will be dealt with via the agent directly. We are working with our partners and you should receive information from the relevant agents of the postponement and next steps.

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PARTICIPANT FAQs

Please find below Frequently Asked Questions to assist Participants wishing to attend Llangollen 2021.

What will the dates be for 2021?

The next Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod will be held from the 6th – 11th July 2021

How do I get regular updates about applying for Llangollen 2021? 

If you would like to join our mailing list please subscribe to our newsletters at https://eisteddfodcompetitions.co.uk/ or send your email to music@llangollen.net. You can also join our Participants Facebook page for updates Participants and Llangollen Eisteddfod

When will Group applications open for 2021?

We hope applications will open mid to late autumn. You will be notified when applications are available if you are on our mailing list. To join our mailing list please subscribe to our newsletters at https://eisteddfodcompetitions.co.uk/ or send your email to music@llangollen.net. You can also join our Participants Facebook page for updates Participants and Llangollen Eisteddfod

Will the deadline for Group applications still be in November 2020?

We intend to give groups at least 6 weeks to apply once applications open. It is therefore likely that the application deadline for groups may be later than in previous years.

When will Solo applications open for 2021?

We hope applications will open in the New Year. You will be notified when applications are available if you are on our mailing list. To join our mailing list please subscribe to our newsletters at https://eisteddfodcompetitions.co.uk/ or send your email to music@llangollen.net. You can also join our Participants Facebook page for updates Participants and Llangollen Eisteddfod

Will the deadline for Solo applications still be in March 2021?

We intend to give groups at least 6 weeks to apply once applications open. It is therefore likely that the application deadline for solos may be later than in previous years.

Do I need to reapply if I was already selected for 2020, but couldn’t make it due to COVID-19 and the cancellation of the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod?

Yes you will need to reapply for the 2021 Eisteddfod. If you were selected for 2020, your 2021 application will be free of charge as discussed in your cancellation email. If you did not pay the £100 fee you will have to pay for your 2021 application.

Will I automatically be selected for 2021 if I was selected for 2020?

No, unfortunately you will not automatically be selected for 2021. You will need to reapply for the 2021 Eisteddfod and your application will go through for selection.

Will the 2021 competition be the same as 2020?

The format for 2021 will depend upon the government guidance for festivals. Any changes to the requirements will be advised when applications open.

Will Accommodation be available to book?

Accommodation packages will be available for 2021. These will be updated late autumn and information about the options on offer will be available when applications open.

Will transport be available to book?

Transport packages will be available for 2021. These will be updated late autumn?

Am I entitled to a full refund of my application fee for 2020?

The application fee that you have paid for 2020 was a contribution to our administrative costs associated with processing your application and running our selection process. If your circumstances permit, it would greatly assist us if you allowed us to retain this fee. As a thank you for this support all applicants who paid for 2020 that do not request a refund will be able to apply again in 2021 free of charge. However if this is not acceptable to you please email us on info@llangollen.net and we will arrange a refund.