The Joy of Heritage
In the Heritage Tent, you’ll discover unexpected stories, including:
- What the Llangollen Eisteddfod is all about
- How it started and grew over time
- How a choral festival became a celebration of dance as well as music
What’s on display
The exhibition brings together:
- Stunning images and historical artefacts
- Videos and music from 1947 onwards
- 80 years of programmes
- Memories from over 400,000 competitors
Join us for a true dose of hwyl and croeso.
Heritage Video Timetable (2026)
| Year | Film | Description | Duration | Showtimes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Images of our Competitor | Just a few of our 400,000 guests | 17 mins | 11:00 · 13:30 · 16:00 |
| 2006 | Llan@60 | BBC and Rondo Media celebrate Llangollen’s 60th anniversary, supported by the Heritage team | 30 mins | 11:20 · 13:50 · 16:20 |
Early Films
| Year | Film | Description | Duration | Showtimes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Movietone News at the First Eisteddfod | Historic news footage from the first Eisteddfod | 8 mins | 11:50 · 14:20 · 16:50 |
| 1949 | Early Colour Home Movie | The first German choir visits | 3 mins | — |
| 1953 | The Royal Visit & “The Happy Wanderer” | Royal visit coverage and musical highlights | 4 mins | — |
Special Films
| Year | Film | Description | Duration | Showtimes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Midsummer Music (BBC) | The Eisteddfod seen through the eyes of a young boy enchanted by a foreign dancer | 15 mins | 12:10 · 14:40 · 17:10 |
| 1964 | The World Still Sings | Oscar-winning director Jack Howells | 40 mins | 12:25 · 14:55 · 17:25 |
| 1987 | ITV Treasure Hunt | Featuring Anneka Rice | 3 mins | 13:00 · 15:30 · 18:00 |
| 2004 | Nobel Peace Prize Film | Video included in the application | 12 mins | 13:05 · 15:35 · 18:05 |
Final Screening
13:20 · 15:50 · 18:20
Please note: timings may vary on the day.
