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Good morning, Swansea! This is the Swansea Scoop - the newsletter that’s like beating the bank holiday traffic 😌
I hope you’re all enjoying the long weekend (in spite of the weather doing its usual August bank holiday thing). Summer might be coming to an end, but we’re going out with a bang with loads of fun over the next week including annual favourites like the Swansea International Jazz Festival and Gower Bike Ride.
Plus, there's everything from a BBQ on the bay to boot sales, a motorcycle show, free Cadw open days, live comedy nights, and tons more.
Whatever you're up to, have a good one and I'll catch you on Wednesday!
Andrew.
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Sponsored by the National Waterfront Museum
🍂 Enjoy a Harvest Supper Under the Stars
Gather around the fire at the National Waterfront Museum for a special GRAFT Garden Harvest Supper Night on Friday, September 18th from 6.30 PM–9.30 PM.
Tuck into seasonal sharing dishes made with local produce, including sweetcorn ribs, GRAFT garden tomato baked rice with roasted squash, and apple, pear and pecan cobbler. The final course will be served fireside, with marshmallows on hand too.
If the weather turns, the evening will move indoors to the museum colonnade.
Tickets: £26 standard / £18 accessible
WEDNESDAY'S SCOOP (ICYMI) 🦢
Summer is winding down, but September is packed with things to look forward to.
Miriam Margolyes brings her outspoken new show to the city, Operation Mincemeat storms into the Grand Theatre for a week, and there's the Gower Walking Festival, the Swansea Bay 10k and plenty more to get you outdoors as autumn edges in.
THE DIGEST 📰
🏫 Plans for a new purpose-built special school in Swansea, providing up to 100 new spaces for pupils, has moved a step closer.
🏍️ New AI-powered speed signs are being installed across Swansea to help keep motorcyclists safer on the roads.
The first phase of a missing stretch of Swansea’s riverside walking and cycling route between the city centre and Morfa has been given the green light.
🏒 Swansea performer Shaheen Jafargholi has landed a major new role, joining the cast of hit Canadian ice hockey drama Heated Rivalry.
🎨 A Swansea pop artist is opening his first solo exhibition next month, including a personal tribute to Bonnie Tyler.
🥊Undefeated Swansea heavyweight Moses Jolly has earned a career-best result, drawing with Guido Vianello at London’s O2 Arena.
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Who knew Swansea had a women’s baseball team over 70 years ago? This week, we took a look back at how locals kept fit in 1949.
SWANSEA PROPERTY 🏡
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LOCAL BUSINESS 🏪
A new Italian brasserie, La Cantina Royal, is opening soon in Swansea city centre.
🏆 A Swansea home salon has been named the best in the UK as its owner celebrates 10 years in business.
Green walls and a giant floral mural are planned as part of the Grand Hotel's new development.
A new Irish party pub, Molly Malone’s, is opening at the old Popworld unit on Wind Street.
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Sponsored by Gower Walking Festival
🥾 Gower Walking Festival Starts Next Weekend!
It's just days until the 2026 Gower Walking Festival kicks off on Saturday, September 5th, running through to Sunday, September 13th.
Now in its 22nd year, the festival brings nearly 40 expertly guided walks across the Gower Peninsula - from gentle seafront strolls to more challenging hikes.
There's something for everyone: family walks (kids go free with an adult!) and themed routes covering singing, poetry, history, jazz, football and even a free beach clean.
Expect dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches, woodland trails, and the wildlife, history and characters that helped put Swansea on the map.
Several walks have already sold out and others are selling fast, so don't hang about.
👉 Book your spot: gowerwalkingfestival.uk
WHAT’S ON 📅
Monday, August 31st
🍖 BBQ at The Oyster House: Enjoy a scrumptious BBQ at The Oyster House in Mumbles, with stunning views across the bay.
From midday
🚗 Dunvant RFC U16s Car Boot Sale: Clear out for back-to-school or grab a bargain at this car boot sale to support U16s rugby.
9 AM - 1 PM | Free entry, pitches £10
🎨 Morriston Summer Exhibition: Local art showcase at Middle of the Road Cafe featuring over 20 artists aged 4 to 84.
1 PM - 3 PM
🎶 More Than a Record Fair: Explore a surplus stock of tapes, CDs, vinyl at Down By Here, all at discounted prices.
Until Saturday, September 5th | Items will be discounted
👴 Ageing Well Activities for 50+: Enjoy activities across Swansea, including movie and soup specials, coffee mornings, bowling and social walks.
Various times | Free
Family Fun
👑 Prince and Princess Day: Meet characters from beloved tales, enjoy games, storytelling, and magical singalongs at Oystermouth Castle.
11 AM - 4 PM | Normal admission charges apply
🖌️ Dylan's Park Reading and Draw-along: Hear about young Dylan Thomas's adventures in Cwmdonkin Park and draw your own dragon with author-illustrator duo Helen and Thomas Docherty.
11 AM | Free
🎨 Make it Mondays!: Creative craft workshops like Tie-Dye T-shirts and Rainbow Weaving Basket Kits at Underhill Hub.
Mondays throughout summer holidays
🎈 COAST Multi-Activity Day: A variety of free activities including dance classes, cooking, and nature play for different age groups across Swansea venues.
Various times | Free
Swansea Marina Summer Trail: Free, fun trail to explore Swansea Marina, solving clues along the way. Return your trail sheet to enter a prize draw. Start at Morgans Hotel and finish at Dawsons' Marina office.
Throughout August | Free
🎡 Swansea Mega Value Wristband Fair: Unlimited rides and family-friendly entertainment at Singleton Lacrosse Field. Two daily sessions available for £12 per rider and £3 per non-rider, until August 31st.
12 PM - 8 PM | £3 - £12
Tuesday, September 1st
🎨 Pottery Painting with Craftsea: Create personalised ceramics at Albert Hall including mugs, vases and ornaments.
6 PM - 8 PM | £22
Family Fun
📚 Storyopolis Summer Workshop: Creative literacy project for kids aged 8+, crafting clay characters in an imaginative session at Volcano Theatre.
2 PM | Free (booking required)
Wednesday, September 2nd
🎨 Life Drawing: Life drawing sessions every Wednesday at Elysium Gallery, complete with basic drawing materials and a cosy atmosphere.
6 PM | £10 + free drink
🏰 Churchyards of Gower: Reverend Peter Lewis presents an illustrated talk on 'Churchyards in Gower' at St Andrew's Church, Penrice.
7 PM | £10
🎥 The Odyssey: Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of the ancient Greek myth, following Odysseus' journey home at the Taliesin.
7.30 PM | £7.75
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Thursday, September 3rd
🎷 Swansea International Jazz Festival 2026: Local and international jazz artists perform in Swansea from September 3-6, with tickets priced at £3-£6.
3 - 6 September | £3 - £6
🎤 Rogues' Gallery Comedy Club: Welsh stand-up comedians Robin Morgan and Col Howarth present a night of hilarious observational comedy at Down By Here.
7 PM | £10
🎨 Twilight Reflections Paint and Sip Evening: Unwind with painting, prosecco, and nibbles at Croeso Lounge, creating a dreamy twilight sky.
6.30 PM | £27.80
🎥 Making A Film About Mark Fisher: Close & Remote's film exploring solidarity and digital connectivity with a post-show Q&A at Volcano Theatre.
7 PM | £4 - £12
🎸 Nicolas Meier World Group: Swiss guitarist Nicolas Meier presents a vibrant fusion of jazz, Turkish, Middle Eastern, and contemporary influences with a talented ensemble at Swansea Grand Theatre.
8 PM | £20
Family Fun
🦋 Our World on Show: Free crafting workshops every Thursday at Swansea Museum to create displays inspired by Water, Land, and Sky.
10 AM - 1 PM | Free
Friday, September 4th
📽️ GowerReels Film Evening: A night of local history films at Newton Parish Hall, featuring stories and memories of Gower's older generations.
6.30 PM | Free
🎶 JHOOM: Bollywood Party: Join Team NightOut at Bambu Beach Bar for a Bollywood night with DJ Dhruvil playing Bollywood, urban, and dance anthems.
9 PM - 2 AM | From £5
RUST - The Launch: Swansea welcomes a new underground house & techno night at Hippos - featuring Juntz, Nicky Cursio, and more.
6 PM - 2 AM | £5
Family Fun
🛶 Canoe & Kayak Hire: Free canoe & kayak hire for children at Coed Gwilym Park every Friday during school holidays.
Every Friday during school holidays, 10 AM - 1 PM | Free
🎨 Summer Sessions @ Volcano: Drop-in craft sessions on Fridays featuring clay, LEGO, lanterns, plus workshops like zine-making, wave painting, and more.
11 AM - 2 PM | Free
Saturday, September 5th
🍴 Gower Food & Drink Festival: A day of food and drink with over 40 vendors, live music, village show, field games, and kids' activities at Pennard Community Playing Fields.
11 AM - 5 PM | £3 entry
🥾 Gower Walking Festival: Annual event from September 5th to 13th, offering nearly 40 guided walks showcasing Gower's landscapes, heritage, coastlines, and history.
🏛️ Cadw Open Doors - St Paul's Church, Sketty: Visit a mid-Victorian church built in 1850 by local industrialists. Self-guided or volunteer-led tours available.
9.30 AM - 4.30 PM | Free
🏰 Cadw Open Doors - Oxwich Castle: Explore the history of Oxwich Castle with mock-military gateways, luxurious amenities, and panoramic sea views for free.
Sat 05 Sep - Sun 06 Sep 2026 | 11 AM - 4 PM | Free
Saturday Night Comedy: Top comedy acts from the UK circuit at the Problematic Pub Comedy Club - Colin Manford, Sully Jones, Danny Mcloughlin, and host Simon Emanuel.
Doors 6 PM | £18
🛍️ Pontarddulais Market: Local outdoor food & crafts market featuring high-quality food, sweet treats, homewares, and handmade crafts.
10 AM - 2 PM
Hello Autumn! Make Clay Pumpkins: Hands-on air-dry clay pumpkin workshop at Swansea Community Workshops to create your own autumn decorations.
10 AM - 12 PM | £25
🏠 Rooftop Day Party: Top house music and a 360° set-up at Bambu on Wind Street.
5 PM | £5
Family Fun
🔭 Our Friend the Sun: Oriel Science hosts workshops on the Earth's relationship with the Sun, exploring seasons, tides, solar energy, and more.
Wed-Sun, 10 AM - 4 PM | Free
Sponsored by Fiesta Resistànce
💃 FREE Salsa Party in Swansea Next Sunday
Fancy some free live music and dancing next weekend?
One of the UK’s top Cuban-style salsa bands, Fiesta Resistànce, is playing at the Swansea Amphitheatre (opposite the LC) on Sunday, September 6th at 1 PM - completely free!
Part of Swansea International Jazz Festival, the seven-piece band will play two sets of salsa, timba and Latin jazz, from Cuban favourites like Quimbara and Chan Chan to Latin-flavoured versions of Hotel California, Valerie, Take On Me and even Life on Mars.
Take a seat and soak up the music or grab your friends and family and dance along!
Sunday, September 6th
🚴♂️ Gower Bike Ride: Annual cycling event with 12-, 35- or 63-mile routes supporting Kids Cancer Charity. Includes feed stations and scenic Gower views.
7 AM - 2 PM | £23.50 - £33.50
🏍️ Swansea Motorcycle Show 2026: Annual event at Swansea Bus Museum welcoming motorcycles of all kinds.
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM | £5 Adults, £2 Children, Exhibitors free
🌿 Brownfield Biodiversity Tour: Explore the Lower Swansea Valley's unique wildlife and invertebrates on a guided walk with Glo i Natur CIC.
10 AM & 1 PM | Free (booking required)
🎨 Craft & Flea Fair: Showcase of local makers, collectors, designers, and creatives at the Brangwyn Hall.
11 AM | £3 on the door
🛍️ Vicky Park Market: Largest market yet at Victoria Park, with 37 diverse stalls offering food, coffee, skincare, pet items, and more.
10 AM - 2 PM
🌸 SYZ in Bloom - A Flower Arranging and Permanent Bracelet Workshop: Create a bouquet and a permanent bracelet with a sterling silver chain at the Albert Hall.
12 PM - 2 PM | £55
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LIVE MUSIC 🎸
Monday, August 31st
Uplands Tavern | Open Mic | 7.30 PM
Tuesday September 1st
Hangar 18 | The Big Stage Jam Night | 7.30 PM
Wednesday, September 2nd
Down By Here | Open Mic | 7 PM
The Bunkhouse | Excellent Skeleton + Wistful, Winter Sun & Animal Testing | 7 PM
Thursday, September 3rd
The Bunkhouse | Rise Above Cancer Presents: Spaced | 6 PM
Friday, September 4th
The Bunkhouse | The Five Hundred + N0trixx, De'Lour & more | 6 PM
Hangar 18 | A night of Goregrind | 7 PM
Saturday, September 5th
Down By Here | Earthball + Mook + Future Blood Free Movement | 7 PM
The Bunkhouse | Bunk Music x SA Collective Present: Swonzee Zoo (All Dayer) | 12 PM
Sunday, September 6th
Sin City | Arrested Development | 7 PM
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