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Good morning, Swansea! This is the Swansea Scoop, the newsletter that's basically melting into your inbox this morning ☀️

It's been a scorcher! The type of weather where the sand burns your feet and your car feels like a fan oven. Hope you managed to find a cold drink and a bit of shade somewhere.

This week, Russell Kane brings the laughs to the Grand, Swansea Half Marathon takes over the seafront, and Gŵyl Tawe returns to the National Waterfront Museum with a free day of Welsh music and culture.

All that, plus the Down By Here launch party, Swansea Indian Mela, D-Day commemorations, and 40+ more things to do across the city.

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

Andrew.

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🌿 Swansea Botanical Gardens in Singleton Park turned 100 years old this week.

🛩️ An original 1940s Spitfire visited Swansea Airport last weekend, flying passengers on a tour of Gower.

🏢 The former JT Morgan department store on Belle Vue Way has been transformed by Elysium Gallery into a large new Arts Centre with 63 studios, exhibition space, and cafe - it offically opens on Friday June 12th.

💈M&S on Oxford Street closed for the final time yesterday, May 30th, after more than 90 years at its current site.

🏥 A £10m operating theatre is being craned into place at Morriston Hospital next weekend.

🚡Work has started at Landore Park and Ride to make way for the Skyline cable car base station.

🏆 Swansea UWTSD has celebrated its graduating artists, designers and performers with prizes and exhibitions across the UK.

🎭 Michael Sheen’s Welsh National Theatre has announced new productions touring Wales - and there’s a West End run and Broadway talks too.

🌊 Swansea’s tourism industry generated nearly £700 million for the local economy last year.

🏢 The building at 95 Mansel Street - known for decades as Studio 95, a gentlemen’s club offering massages to paying customers for over 20 years - has been put up for sale.

🥢 Mama Lala Sichuan Street Food Pop Up: Authentic Sichuan flavours at Hoogah, from three generations of family recipes, including Twice-Cooked Pork Belly.
June 5th, 6 - 9 PM

This week, Forte’s celebrated 90 years of selling ice-creams in Swansea - starting in the heart of Mumbles, and now perched on the edge of Limeslade Bay. We went down to try a scoop (or two):

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🐔 Wingers is opening its first Welsh restaurant in Swansea on 15th June - with a Nando’s coming to the same site this summer 🍗

🛍️ Danish lifestyle brand Søstrene Grene is opening in Swansea city centre next month.

🎶 Swansea’s Elysium is now Down By Here - and the revamped venue on High Street is celebrating with a huge launch party on June 5th from 7 PM til late.

🎶 The Music Factory, a not-for-profit offering music tuition and workshops throughout Wales, is opening a branch at Urban HQ in Swansea.

Kerala Jacks Indian restaurant, cafe and bar has opened on Uplands Crescent.

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

🐭 The Gruffalo: Tall Stories brings the magical musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson's classic book to Swansea Grand Theatre, with songs, laughs, and a daring journey for kids aged 3+. Also Wednesday.
10.30 AM, 1.30 PM, 4.30 PM | £16.50

🎹 Lunchtime Organ Recital - Aaron Shilson: Enjoy a free lunchtime organ recital by Aaron Shilson from Llandaff Cathedral at the Brangwyn Hall.
12.45 PM | Free

🧗‍♀️ Adriana Brownlee – Death Zone: Join British mountaineer Adriana Brownlee at Pontardawe Arts Centre for an intense journey through hostile environments and near-death experiences, detailing her impressive climbing accomplishments.
7.30 PM | £18.50 - £21.50

📚 Max Hovey in Conversation: Meet Max Hovey, author of No Fats, No Fems: A Guide to Queer Empathy, discussing challenging stereotypes and promoting empathy in queer communities, at Waterstones.
6 PM | £3 - £16

📺 Big Mad Andy's Peep Show Quiz: Join Liam Noble for the ultimate Peep Show quiz at The Swansea Jack.
7 PM

🏓 Ping Pong & Pint: Join Urban HQ every Wednesday for friendly table tennis, music, and a complimentary drink. All abilities welcome for a relaxed midweek social.
5.30 PM - 7 PM | Free

🕺 Tea Dance: Professional dancers Phillip & Gaynor Evans host an afternoon of music, dance, and cake at Brangwyn Hall.
2 PM | £10 (limited tickets)

📜 Uplands Poetry Night: with Robert Minhinnick: Join this monthly poetry event at Bar St James for readings by established poets, up-and-coming voices, Q&A with Owen Sheers, and open mic slots.
6.30 PM - 9 PM | £5-£8 (students free)

🤣 Rogues' Gallery Comedy Club: Rachel Fairburn and Terry Mynott headline at Down By Here, with resident MC Chris Barnes.
7 PM | £10

🏖️ Beach Yoga: Join Claire Nicholls-de Freitas from Ty Casa Yoga for a weekly community beach yoga session at Swansea Marina Beach.
Thursdays, 7 PM - 8 PM | Donation only

🎭 Hadestown (Teen Edition): Tony-winning musical blending Greek mythology with folk-jazz, exploring the underworld and love stories of Orpheus, Eurydice, Hades, and Persephone, at Swansea Grand Theatre Arts Wing. Also Friday.
2.30 PM, 7.30 PM | £12

🎭 Shrek the Musical Jr.: Enjoy a hilarious musical journey with Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey in this family-friendly production based on the DreamWorks film, at Taliesin Arts Centre.
Thursday & Fri 7.30 PM, Saturday 2 PM & 7 PM | £15.50

🎶 Down By Here Launch Party: Celebrate the launch of Down By Here (previously Elysium) on Swansea's High Street with Afro Cluster, Suns of Thunder, Mari Purr, DJs, Welsh produce, and new merch.
7 PM | From £15

🎸 The Rock Anthems Show: Experience a night filled with the ultimate singalong rock hits including classics like Bohemian Rhapsody, Livin' on a Prayer, and Don't Stop Believin', at Swansea Grand Theatre.
7 PM | £35

👕 Summer Collection Launch and Print Party: Join Bay Clothing at The Point in Mumbles for a print party featuring new designs, screen printing, free drinks, and summer vibes.
4 PM | Free

🎻 BBC NOW - Symphonic Dances: Principal Conductor Ryan Bancroft leads the BBC National Orchestra of Wales in a captivating performance at the Brangwyn Hall, featuring works by Stravinsky, Brahms, and Rachmaninov.
7.30 PM | £10 - £20

🎸 Stereophonics vs Maniac Street Preachers: Two iconic Welsh tribute bands bring anthems to Sin City in Swansea.
7 PM | £15

🌿 Eco Poetry Workshop with Guinevere Clark: Join Guinevere Clark at Volcano Theatre for an eco poetry workshop during the Great Big Green Week.
12 PM - 2 PM | £5-£8

🎵 Gŵyl Tawe at National Waterfront Museum: Swansea's Welsh language-led festival returns with diverse live music acts like Gwenno and Melin Melyn, interactive family theatre shows, school performances, and creative workshops.
10 AM - 9 PM | Free

🔥 Welsh Firefighter Challenge 2026: Firefighters from across the UK gather at Swansea Building Society Arena for this annual event featuring physical and mental challenges in full fire kit.
9 AM | Free for spectators

🎡 Swansea Indian Mela: The Indian Society of South West Wales presents a vibrant cultural celebration at Brangwyn Hall with performances, workshops, local stalls, and Indian street food.
10 AM - 6 PM | £4, Under 5s Free

🎵 Haydn 'Maria Theresa' Mass Swansea Philharmonic: Swansea Philharmonic Choir performs Haydn's 'Maria Theresa' Mass at Swansea Minster conducted by Jonathan Rogers and accompanied by organist David Stevens.
7 PM | £15 / £10 for full-time students

🇺🇸 The Spirit of D-Day: Commemorate D-Day with a special event at Penllergare Valley Woods honouring the 5th Engineers Special Brigade, featuring educational activities and Danger UXB's mobile museum.
10 AM - 3 PM | Free

🎨 Midsummer Magic Painting Workshop: Explore the theme of Midsummer with Pan, the God of Nature, at the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery. Ideal for families, this workshop allows children and one adult to create enchanting paintings.
10.30 AM | £3.00 per child

🎭 Chuckl Comedy Night: Join headline acts Russell Kane and Terry Alderton, along with special guests at Swansea Grand Theatre for an evening of high-energy, quick-witted comedy.
7.30 PM | £26

🎭 Showgirls and Sharks: Join showgirl "FooFoo LaBelle" on a fantastical journey through her life, revealing the secrets of a Burlesque Legend, at Pontardawe Arts Centre.
7 PM | £14.30

🎭 White Lies: Join Lighthouse Theatre at Swansea Grand Theatre Arts Wing for the Welsh premiere of White Lies by Robert Shearman, a sharp comedy exploring contemporary themes with unexpected twists.
12.30 PM, 7.30 PM | £13

📚 David Grenfell Talk: Author talk at Y Storfa on David Grenfell, Gower's Labour MP for 37 years, highlighting his role in Labour's policy-making and starting work as a coal miner at 12.
2 PM

🏳️‍🌈 Pontardawe Pride 2026: Pontardawe Pride celebrates with a fundraising event at the Pontardawe Inn.
From 11 AM

🌿 Perfect Partners: Explore how insects and plants rely on each other for survival at Oriel Science - fun workshops ideal for families.
11 AM & 2 PM | Free

🎨 Still Life Sessions: Join Mission Gallery for free self-led still life painting sessions inspired by Bonnie Grace's exhibition. Materials provided with a 4-week plan available.
10 AM - 2 PM | Free with £2 deposit

🌱 The Swansea Vegan Mini Market: Discover a vegan paradise at Swansea Market, featuring various traders.
10 AM - 3 PM

🛍️ Pontarddulais Market: Support local food producers and makers at The Big Circle, featuring a variety of goods for the community to enjoy.
10 AM - 2 PM

🎉 90s School Disco Day Party: Experience nostalgic 90s school disco vibes with throwback anthems, fancy dress, and giveaways at Jack Murphys Wind Street.
4 PM - 9 PM | Free entry before 5 PM

🚌 Heritage Bus Rides: Enjoy bus rides from Swansea Bus Museum, including double-deckers and an open-topper if dry - plus Stalls and refreshments.
From 11 AM | £5 adult, £2 child, £12 family

🏃‍♂️ Swansea Half Marathon: Cheer on 6,000 runners as they complete a half marathon course along the seafront, starting at Copr Bay bridge near Swansea Arena.
From 9 AM

🎤 West End Musical Bingo Bash with Jessica Rarebit: Join Jessica Rarebit for a lively mix of musical numbers and bingo fun at BAR 98, Pontardawe.
3 PM - 7 PM | £9.38 - £11.55

🐴 Woodfield Open Day: Join Woodfield Equine Sanctuary for their Open Day, where you can meet rescued horses and hear their stories.
10.30 AM - 3.30 PM | Free Admission (donation appreciated)

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Monday June 1st
Uplands Tavern | Open Mic | 7.30 PM

Tuesday June 2nd
Hangar 18 | Cryptic Shift + Unburier + Deliberate Miscarriage + Excursia | 6.30 pm

Wednesday June 3rd
The Swigg | The New Conrad Miller Trio | 8 PM

Thursday June 4th
The Bunkhouse | Subhumans | 6.30 PM

Friday June 5th
Pontardawe Arts Centre | The Ultimate Eagles | 7.30 PM
The Bunkhouse | The Joy Formidabl | 7 PM

Saturday June 6th
The Patti | The Specials Ltd | 7 PM

Sunday June 7th
The Bunkhouse | Ant & Seb | 6 PM
Hippos | Reconnect Returns | 8 PM
Down By Here | The Iridium Collective | 7 PM

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Catch you on Wednesday!

Andrew.

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