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Good morning, Swansea! This is the Swansea Scoop, the local newsletter that's like finding a rope swing in the woods 😊

I’ve been reliably informed by the Magic 8 Ball that blue skies and sunshine will be back very soon (“Yes, definitely”) - perfect timing, because there’s plenty to enjoy outdoors this week, including supercars at Swansea Airport, Clyne in Bloom, and Wales on Wheels in the city centre.

All that, plus a Cluedo mystery, Clinton Baptiste, The Wind in the Willows, and loads more.

Whatever you're up to, have a good one and I'll catch you on Wednesday!

Andrew.

This week, we tried something new - a Plan Ahead edition of the mid-week Scoop to let you know about some of the bigger stuff happening in and around Swansea at the start of each month - so you've got time to get organised (and hopefully buy tickets before things sell out!).

The usual Sunday round-up isn't going anywhere, this will just sit alongside it.

Read Plan Ahead: Things to do in May

🛍️ Swansea’s M&S store on Oxford Street will close for good on Saturday 30th May.

🌿A huge new Eden Project-style resort could be coming to Swansea - and the team behind it are actively looking for a site.

🏨 Plans to more than double the Grand Hotel’s bedrooms have been given the green light.

⚡ Swansea Council is trialling a new way for EV owners without driveways to charge at home.

🏊 Freedom Leisure is taking over Swansea Bay Sports Park from August - here's what it means for you.

🎨 Swansea is getting one of Britain's biggest contemporary art exhibitions in 2027 - and it's coming to venues across the city.

🎬 A Swansea actress is starring in Michael, this week revealed as the biggest biopic opening weekend in UK history.

✨ Old X-rays from Singleton Hospital’s cancer centre have raised £1,000 after being recycled into silver - and could end up as Welsh jewellery.

🚿 And we don’t normally report on crime, but c’mon now… Thieves have delayed the opening of Blackpill Lido for the summer season after its sprinklers were stolen.

🍽️ The Swansea Scoop Dinner Club comes to Mumbles for the first time this Thursday, May 7th. Tables are filling up and everyone is welcome for a fun way to enjoy great food and make new friends in a relaxed setting. Take the quiz and book your seat here.

🔥 Specsavers and The Fire Fighters Charity Auction: Join Specsavers and The Fire Fighters Charity for a fun-filled auction evening supporting a vital cause on Saturday, May 9th. £10 minimum donation per ticket includes arrival drink, food, and entertainment.

🎂 It’s Food by Sean’s birthday on Monday, May 4th - join them for birthday sponge, a prize wheel, and a later opening time.

The Inspiration train, a travelling exhibition that celebrates 200 years of the modern railway, visited Swansea this week - and we went along to have a look:

This 2-bedroom mid-terrace house in Morriston has a rear garden, good links to the M4, and no onward chain. £120,000 via Dawsons.

🎬 Indie film collective Film Abertawe has released Episode 2 of its short film series, with some familiar locations and faces.

🏅 Special Olympics Swansea is looking for committee members to support inclusive sports opportunities for children and adults.

🎲 Shut Up & Write is a new, free writing group holding its first weekly session at Common Meeple Board Game Cafe on May 17th.
11 AM | Free

🎨 FIYA Creative CIC is looking for local artists to be part of Muria Mawr, Swansea’s growing mural trail.

💻 The DVLA is looking for 12 graduates to join its Software Engineer MSc Programme.

👴 Ageing Well Activities for 50+: Enjoy activities in Swansea, including movie and soup specials, coffee mornings, bowling, and social walks.
Various times | Free

🏓 Table Tennis Takeover: Swansea University Table Tennis Club brings table tennis challenges to various city locations, including the Quadrant Shopping Centre and the LC2, offering chances to win prizes - in support Matthew's House charity.
Sunday 3rd – Friday 8th May | £2 per go

🎪 May Day Games at Oystermouth Castle: Celebrate May Day with classic family activities like tin can alley, hook-a-duck, pingpongdong, and hula hoops. Oystermouth Castle open until 5 pm.
Activities 12 PM - 4 PM (Castle closes 5 PM) | Normal admission

Derwen Fawr Miniature Railway: The Swansea Society of Model Engineers opens up its site for another bank holiday of miniature train rides, model trains, and more. They’re also open today, Sunday May 3rd!
10 AM - 4 PM | £1 entry, £1 per ride

🏊‍♂️ WNPS Splash and Play: Wales National Pool's free Splash and Play sessions return for the May bank holidays and half-term, with one-hour sessions for kids under 16. Family swim sessions also available.
Various dates in May | Free - £6.95

🎯 Have a Go at Petanque (aka Boules): Enjoy an introductory session of pétanque with Welsh Pétanque Association Club Coach Jayne Dunn at Dunvant Park.
6.30 PM | Free

🏺 Craftsea Pottery Painting: Unleash your creativity at Albert Hall with pottery painting from Craftsea.
6 PM | £22

🔮 Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse: From Phoenix Nights, clairvoyant medium Clinton Baptiste returns with a new live show, offering humorous yet mystical insights from the afterlife.
7 PM | £32.50

🤣 Henning Wehn - Acid Wehn: “Award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador” Henning Wehn tackles climate change with humour at Swansea Grand Theatre.
7 PM | £29.50

🤣 Andy Parsons: Please #@!$ Off To Mars: Andy Parsons returns with his latest comedy show, seen on Netflix and BBC iPlayer, at Taliesin Arts Centre.
7.30 PM | £18 - £20

🎭 Cluedo & A Vampire Story: Experience a dynamic dance adaptation combining Cluedo-inspired mystery and a unique tale of two mysterious women in a small British town. Also Friday, at Swansea Grand Theatre
2.30 PM, 7.15 PM | £12

🐭 The Wind in the Willows: Join Mole, Rat, Toad, and Badger for a riverbank adventure full of friendship and mischief in this live performance by Class Act Theatre School Swansea, at the Dylan Thomas Theatre.
6.30 PM - 8.30 PM | £16.96

🎤 Rogues' Gallery Comedy Club: Robin Ince + Steffan Alun: Join award-winning comedian Robin Ince and Swansea's Steffan Alun for a night of laughs at Elysium Gallery & Bar.
7 PM | £11.55

📝 Uplands Poetry Night: Collaborative poetry event at Bar Saint James featuring established and emerging poets, Q&A, readings, and networking.
6:30 PM | £0 - £8

🎵 Mari Mathias: Mari Mathias, known for her energetic Welsh folk music, performs with a 6-piece band. Accompanied by Angharad Jenkins & Patrick Rimes at Taliesin Arts Centre.
7.30 PM | £10 - £14

🔧 Mumbles Repair Cafe: Monthly Repair Café at the Underhill Hub, where volunteers help fix electronics, bikes, and more.
10 AM - 1 PM

🚗 Wales on Wheels: Celebrate Wales' history of vehicles at the National Waterfront Museum, with a gathering featuring dozens of cars, motorcycles, buses, and trucks.
10 AM - 4 PM | Free

🛍️ Waterfront Vintage and Makers Market: Explore vintage treasures and local artisan stalls at the National Waterfront Museum, featuring items ranging from the 1930s to 1980s. Also Sunday.
10 AM - 4 PM | Free

🎭 Josh Widdicombe: Not My Cup of Tea: Josh Widdicombe's stand-up comedy tour at Swansea Building Society Arena promises laughs, tea references, and insights from his podcast and TV appearances.
7.30 PM | From £34.90

🛍️ Mumbles Market: Pop-up market at The Dairy Carpark in Mumbles, featuring local vendors with a variety of goods.
9 AM - 1 PM

🥦 Swansea Vegan Mini Market: Explore a vegan paradise at Swansea Market, featuring various traders.
10 AM - 3 PM

🎨 Swansea Stories Gallery Tour: Explore Glynn Vivian Art Gallery on this interactive tour, from historical collections to contemporary exhibitions, shaping the gallery's future. Suitable for adults 18+. Booking required.
2.30 PM - 3.15 PM | £3

🎭 Harry's Youth Theatre - Dare to Dream JNR: Disney's musical revue features songs from The Jungle Book, The Lion King, Encanto, and Frozen, celebrating beloved Disney films.
11 AM, 2 PM, 4 PM | £10 - £12

🎤 Dr John Cooper Clarke with Special Guest: Experience the literary talent and cultural impact of the 'Godfather of Punk Poetry'. John Cooper Clarke, at Swansea Grand Theatre.
7 PM | £23 & £27

🏭 Free Guided Tour of the Old Hafod Morfa Copperworks: Explore Swansea's historic copper industry on a 2-hour guided tour of Hafod Morfa Copperworks.
11 AM | Free

📚 Local Studies Talks at Central Library: Explore Swansea's history with Professor Gareth Williams discussing the British nuclear programme and Clydach's role in the Manhattan Project.
2 PM | Free (booking required)

🎱 Balls, Banter & Bingo: Join Lee Trundle and the Welsh Erection Boys for a lively bingo night filled with laughs, prizes, and entertainment at Bar98 in Pontardawe.
7.30 PM | £25

🌳 Clyne in Bloom: Explore Coeden Fach Tree Nursery during their Open Day, and enjoy live music by the Morriston Big Band.
12 PM - 4 PM | Free

🚗 Cars, Planes and Coffee: A morning at Swansea Airport with a dazzling display of supercars, light aircraft, coffee, and the option to take a scenic Gower flight.
10 AM | Free entry, flights from £50 per person

🍽️ Marina Market: Monthly market offering fresh food and hand-crafted goods at Dylan Thomas Square.
10 AM - 3 PM

👶 NCT Swansea Spring Nearly New Sale: Shop preloved children's clothes, toys, books, and baby gear at the LC Swansea.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | £1 entry (children free)

🐉 Dragons’ Heart & Dragons’ Soul: Dance theatre company Dragons’ Heart & Dragons’ Soul presents Y Golau inspired by Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, and The Fire and the Bird exploring conflict and peace, at The Welfare, Ystradgynlais.
4 PM | Pay What You Can: £8, £10*, £12**

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Monday May 4th
Uplands Tavern | Open Mic | 7.30 PM

Tuesday May 5th
Swansea Grand Theatre | Let the Music Play Barry White Tribute | 7 PM
The River House | DC Party & Dance Band | 5 PM

Wednesday May 6th
Sin City | The Midnight Devils | 7 PM
The Bunkhouse | Half/Time | 7.30 PM

Thursday May 7th
The Bunkhouse | Grey FLX | 7 PM

Friday May 8th
The Bunkhouse | The Stray Pursuit | 6 PM
The Saloon At Cattle & Co. | Cheers to 26.2 Miles for MS | 7.30 PM
Elysium | Moon For Short | 7 PM

Saturday May 9th
Elysium Gallery | Emily Magpie | 7 PM
Sin City | Monsters of Rock Live | 7 PM
The Bunkhouse | Overload | 9 PM

Sunday May 10th

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Catch you on Wednesday!

Andrew.

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