National Eisteddfod
The National Eisteddfod is the largest cultural festival in Europe, held in a different part of Wales every year.
This year's week-long festival was held in Parc Ynysangharad, Pontypridd, in Rhondda Cynon Taf, from August 3 to August 10.
Central to this year’s festival was Ynysangharad Park in Pontypridd, which served as the hub for most of the pavilions and activities, including our Cardiff University stand and stall at the Science Village.
What did we get up this year?
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Our stall was open all week to welcome prospective and past students.
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Visitors had the opportunity to practice their dexterity skills and discuss exciting careers and opportunities in the dental field.
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Students from the Llais y Maes project spoke with Jane Dodds, the leader of the Welsh Liberal Democrats.
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A live mock court debate was hosted by the School of Law, debating students from other Welsh universities.
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Dean for the Welsh Language, Dr Huw Williams, and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Wendy Larner gave a short speech at our Alumni event.
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Our student ambassadors and Dylan the Dragon welcomed members of the public throughout the week.
Honouring university staff
University staff members, including Awen Iorwerth from the School of Medicine, and Dr Siwan Rosser from the School of Welsh, were honoured this year by Gorsedd Cymru for their outstanding contribution to Wales, the Welsh language, and their local communities.
The Gorsedd of the Bards is an association made up of people who have made a distinguished contribution to the Welsh nation, the language, and its culture.
Get in touch
If you require more information or have any questions, contact our Eisteddfod team.
The largest cultural festival in Europe, held in a different part of Wales every year.