South Gwynedd to be part of the 2027 National Eisteddfod area

Cyngor Gwynedd has welcomed the news that the south of the county will be part of the excitement of the 2027 National Eisteddfod, when the festival visits the Glantwymyn area.

At a public meeting on Tuesday night (13 January), it was announced that the 2027 catchment area will extend north as far as the Mawddach river. This meant that south Meirionnydd – including Dolgellau, Bala, Tywyn, Aberdyfi and Abermaw – will be part of the Eisteddfod area.

This is the first time that an area of Gwynedd has been part of the catchment area of a National Eisteddfod being held in another county. Anticipation is already mounting as people look forward to the cultural, social and economic boost which will come in the festival’s wake.

The last time the Eisteddfod visited south Gwynedd was when Eisteddfod Meirion a’r Cyffiniau was held 2009.

Councillor Nia Jeffreys, Leader of Cyngor Gwynedd, said:

“We wish our neighbours over Pont ar Ddyfi well as they plan for the Eisteddfod. August 2027 may feel like a long way off, but we know from experience with the 2023 Llŷn and Eifionydd Eisteddfod that this time will fly by. Without a doubt, the preparations and activities during the build-up will create a real buzz in the area.

“The local planning committees will start announcing their plans soon and I'm sure the people of south Meirionnydd will be keen to contribute their time, enthusiasm and experience to help make it an Eisteddfod to remember.

“I know that the communities of south Meirionnydd will show their support and enthusiasm for having this unique national event on their doorstep, and that local people will be looking forward to welcoming competitors and visitors from all over Wales and beyond. As we have seen in Llŷn and Eifionydd, the influence and benefits of the festival will be felt across the area for years to come.”

The Eisteddfod will take place from 31 July - 7 August 2027. More information on how to join the team can be found on the Eisteddfod's website, www.eisteddfod.cymru