Details of Free Entry Scheme to the Eisteddfod for Sunday 1 August

Following Heritage Minister, Alun Ffred Jones,’ announcement that the Welsh Assembly Government will fund a free entry scheme to the National Eisteddfod Maes on Sunday 1 August, the National Eisteddfod itself has announced how the scheme will be administered.

The aim of the scheme is to give people a taste of the National Eisteddfod, allowing the Sunday to be further developed as a family day. The Eisteddfod is particularly keen to appeal to families and those living within the catchment area of this year’s festival, which is held from 31 July – 7 August at Ebbw Vale.

Local people in Blaenau Gwent will have the first opportunity to apply for a free ticket to the Maes, with the scheme launching on 1 March. People across Wales will be able to apply for a free ticket from 1 May onwards. Tickets will be available by ringing 08454 090 300 or 08454 090 400 or through the Eisteddfod’s website - www.eisteddfod.org.uk.

Application forms will be available in libraries, council offices, public buildings and businesses across the county. 10,000 tickets have been made available through the scheme.

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