Our last event

As we begin our third year of Croeso Cynnes, it’s a good moment to look back at what we’ve offered – and to thank everyone who’s taken part. Over the last two years we’ve kept our bodies moving with Twmpath, Tai Chi, line dancing, seated Pilates and dancercise. We’ve also learned from visiting groups – Blood Bikes Wales, the Laugharne Corporation, and Canolfan ETO Nantycaws – about their goals and how they run day-to-day. And we’ve enjoyed standout performances from harpist Aldyth Smith and actor Maggie James. It’s been a busy programme, with something for everyone!

A regular highlight is our quarterly link-up with NACRO Connecting Carmarthenshire. These sessions give guests direct access to advice and support from a growing list of local and national organisations. Topics include housing, energy bills, carers’ support, mental health and wellbeing, and domestic abuse. If you or someone you know could use a friendly introduction to services, these drop-ins are a great place to start.

A quick reminder about who Croeso Cynnes is for: everyone. It’s free and open regardless of where you live, your income, or your ability. We don’t offer ‘charity’ in the old-fashioned sense; we offer a warm, safe space, good company, entertaining activities, and a tasty two-course meal. One recent comment summed it up well: ‘I thought it was for people who were hard up, but I see now it’s for everyone. We all get the same welcome, care and attention. It’s my lifeline.’

Recent sessions:
• Croeso Cynnes #2 (September): We tried Boccia (indoor seated bowls) – gentle, inclusive, and very popular with both players and the waiting crowd. Seated curling (no ice!) also went down a treat. Huge thanks to Geraldean and her brilliant team for leading the session and keeping everyone warm, fed and cared for.
• Croeso Cynnes #1 (October): A lively ‘smelly pots’ game had everyone guessing common household scents. Some were trickier than expected, and there was plenty of chat and laughter. 

Thank you to everyone who comes along, volunteers, performs, teaches, cooks, washes up, or spreads the word. If you’ve not been before, come and try it – bring a friend, join an activity, or just sit with a cuppa and chat. You’ll be very welcome.

For more details please follow local social media and the Croeso Cynnes Facebook page or contact Jonathan directly on 07703524203.