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Good morning, Swansea! This is the Swansea Scoop. The local newsletter that’s like walking barefoot on a warm patio 😊

How’s your week been? We popped down to Flynn’s, a new delicatessen on Walter Road that opened its doors on Friday. It’s serving some lovely food and drink, alongside a load of fresh bread, meat, cheese, and cupboard staples you probably won’t find anywhere else in Swansea. Check out our video of Flynn’s here.

Back to this week, and it’s bursting with things to do - whether you fancy a laugh with Rob Beckett, getting spooked on a ghost tour, a frolic through a lavender field on Gower.

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

Andrew

WEDNESDAY'S SCOOP (ICYMI) 🦢

While modern dads might be hoping for the latest gadgets or a good craft beer this Father's Day, back in 1989 a top treat in Swansea was taking him for a game of ten-pin bowling at the ultra-modern GX Superbowl Family Bowling Centre!

This week, read about how a Swansea bowling alley promised fathers the ultimate prize, and how the Parc Tawe venue has been reinventing itself for over 35 years.

Read The Craze Swansea Queued 2 Hours For

THE DIGEST 📰

🏙️ Swansea Council is removing the Leaf Boat sculpture from Castle Square as preparations begin for the area’s transformation featuring pavilions, green space, and a new water feature.

🅿️ The shrouded multi-storey car park opposite Swansea Arena is now expected to be completed by Christmas, with the council confirming that ground-floor commercial units should also open by year-end.

🍗 Slim Chickens opens on Wind Street June 26th, offering free chicken tenders to the first 30 customers and creating 35 new jobs.

🏛️ A new digital archive has made 50 years of Swansea College of Art stained glass panels publicly accessible online for the first time.

🛹 Gorseinon's Parc Melin Mynach skate park has reopened with upgraded ramps and features as part of Swansea Council's £2.8 million wheel sports investment.

SWANSEA FOOD & DRINK 🍴

Looking for some fresh spots to eat and drink in Swansea this week? Try this lot out:

🍽️ The Cwtch has launched a Summer Specials menu featuring pistachio & white chocolate pancakes, truffled eggs & bacon, and its popular Cwtch Hashbrown Stack.

🍽️ The George, Mumbles is hosting Caribbean Thursdays where you get a free cocktail with any Caribbean main course, with options like Jerk Salmon, Curried Goat, and Pineapple Rum Chicken.

🍽️ The Wine House has brought back its popular grazing boards, perfect for sharing with friends with a glass of wine or a cocktail in its outdoor seating area.

🍽️ Nishimura is offering a special lunchtime ramen deal with a bowl of ramen and a soft drink for £8.99, featuring options including King Prawn, Salmon Teriyaki, and Chicken Gyoza.

🍽️ As we mentioned in the intro, Flynn’s Delicatessen opened on Walter Road this week, serving sandwiches, bagels, coffee, speciality meat and cheese, and lots more.

@SWANSEA.SCOOP 📱

A bit of fun on Instagram recently: exploring Swansea until it’s ugly… 🙈

Check out our video on Instagram and give Swansea Scoop a follow while you’re there for lots of content that we can’t squeeze into the newsletter. We’re now approaching 14,000 followers!

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SWANSEA MAN’S EPIC TREK

Ollie Treviso from Swansea recently completed what he believes is a world first - walking the entire length of the Andes mountain range through seven countries.

The 29-year-old trekked over 8,000 miles from Argentina to Venezuela's Caribbean coast, facing everything from falling into gorges to being mugged by a machete-wielding gang during his 20-month journey.

"I'm just a normal guy from an estate in Swansea and I wanted to show that normal people can do these massive adventures," he told the BBC.

The epic trek was inspired by a difficult period following the loss of a family member, and Ollie used it to raise funds for Mind's local Ystradgynlais branch.

Despite the dangers, the kindness of local communities kept him going - over 55 nights, he was given beds in 40 different houses by generous strangers.

Now back home, he's working to get his walk officially recognised as a record-breaking achievement.

Got a local story about someone doing something extraordinary in Swansea? Reply and tell us all about it - we might just feature it here!

WHAT’S ON

Here comes a big round-up of everything else cool happening in Swansea this week. Ready? Let’s go!

Monday June 16th

🌷 Lavender Fields: Experience two acres of lavender fields at Gower Fresh Christmas Trees in Poundffald Farm, Three Crosses. Take a bunch away with you, meet the reindeer, and more. Until June 22nd.
11 AM - 5 PM | £5.95 + booking fee

🎭 Primary Partners: Watch 1200 children from various schools in Swansea showcase their performing arts talents at Swansea Grand Theatre throughout the week, from Monday to Friday.
6.30 PM | £8.00

📽️ Big Screen Sing-Along: The Albert Hall hosts sing-along screenings every Monday evening. Keep an eye on its social profiles for what's on, and get ready to belt out some favourites.
6 PM

Tuesday June 17th

🎳 Swansea Bowls Open Day: Enjoy a free afternoon of lawn bowls at Clyne Bowls Club in Dunvant Park. All are welcome, from beginners to experienced players. Light refreshments provided.
4 PM | Free

Wednesday June 18th

🎤 Rob Beckett: Giraffe: Comedian Rob Beckett's new show "Giraffe" arrives at Swansea Arena, promising laughs galore. Wed and Thu. 
8 PM| From £34.35

🧩 Disney Quiz: Test your Disney knowledge at Croeso Lounge’s quiz night, with a prize for the top three entrants and the best-dressed team!
7 PM

🎭 The History Boys: Talented but rough-edged British schoolboys navigate education and ambition in this play by Alan Bennett at The Dylan Thomas Theatre, exploring the purpose of education. Also Thu, Fri, Sat.
7.30 PM | £12 - £15

🎨 Free Art & Craft Workshops: Join Swansea Pathways to Work and Swansea Wellbeing Centre every Wednesday for therapeutic art sessions promoting wellbeing and creativity. Over 16s, not in employment or education.
11.30 AM - 1 PM | Free

Thursday June 19th

🚶‍♂️ Free Guided Tour of Hafod Morfa Copperworks: Explore Swansea's rich copper history on a free guided walk of Hafod Morfa Copperworks with Friends of Hafod Morfa Copperworks. Meet opposite Landore Park & Ride building.
6 PM | Free (no booking necessary)

👻 Swansea In Gloom: Take a chilling 2-hour guided walk from HQ Urban Kitchen on gruesome tales, murders, and ghosts of Swansea’s history.
7.30 PM | £11.55

🧩 The Great Uplands Quiz Night: Test your knowledge and compete for prizes at Brynmill Community Centre. Gather your friends for an evening of trivia, snacks, and fun!
7 PM | £1

Friday June 20th

🤠 Campfire Country Music Festival: Embrace the Wild Wild West at Singleton Park with live country music, fairground rides, food trucks, marketplace, and family-friendly fun all day long.
3 PM - 10 PM | £13.25 - £44.25

Saturday June 21st

🧚‍♀️ We Love Fairies: Explore Oystermouth Castle in search of fairies, dressed in your finest fairy attire. Children and adults can enjoy a magical 30-minute trail with charming fairies and naughty elves.
11 AM - 4 PM | Normal admission charges

🌼 Meadow Magic Garden Walk: Join head gardener Teifion Davies for an educational tour at Clyne Gardens, exploring early summer flowers on the summer solstice.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | £3 per person

🎉 Beatmasters Festival: Step back in time at Singleton Park for a 90s and early 2000s outdoor festival filled with iconic music, cocktails, glitter, merchandise, food trucks, and more.
12 PM - 10 PM | £27.75 - £55.25

🕺 Barn Dance & Barbecue: Enjoy a fun-filled Saturday evening with a barn dance and barbecue at Sketty Community Church, with proceeds going to Sketty Food Bank.
6 PM | £10

🌻 Eco Market at Petallica Flower Farm: Browse 24 local traders at Petallica Flower Farm showcasing various businesses like food vendors, artisans, and sustainable products, along with seasonally grown flowers.
10 AM - 2 PM

🦈 The Science of Sharks: Dive into the fascinating world of sharks at Oriel Science in its June Saturday Sessions, featuring interactive activities and informative talks for all ages. 11 AM & 2 PM | Free

🎤 Summer Solstice at Elysium: Celebrate the summer solstice with live music at Elysium Gallery. Featuring bands like Silica, Polyester Skies, Slinky Malinky, and Fler for an evening of alternative rock and indie melodies.
7 PM | Free

🏁 Mario Kart Tournament: Compete in an exciting Mario Kart Tournament at Level256. Show off your skills and win big prizes.
8 PM – 10 PM | £3 Entry

🎤 Valley Rock Voices Celebration Concert: Experience South Wales' contemporary choral sensation, Valley Rock Voices, at the Brangwyn Hall. Enjoy 200+ singers performing popular tunes, from Meatloaf to Coldplay, accompanied by a 5-piece band.
4 PM | £20.00 - £24.00

🎭 Harry's Juniors - It's Not Where We Start: A showcase featuring performances from Harry's Juniors at Swansea Grand Theatre's Arts Wing…
1 PM & 3 PM | £16.00

👵 Harry's Seniors - It’s Where We Finish: … Followed by a showcase featuring performances by Harry's Seniors at Swansea Grand Theatre's Arts Wing.
6 PM & 8 PM | £16.00

🎭 Sleeping Beauty- P*ed Up Panto: Billed as the “Ultimate Adult Panto,” taking on Sleeping Beauty with saucy humour, audience participation, and a unique twist on a classic tale.
7 PM | £25.00 - £28.00

Sunday June 22nd

🎤 We Love It Festival: Live tribute performances of rock and pop legends at Singleton Park. Features food trucks, local vendors, family activities, and dancing for all ages.
12 PM - 10 PM | £11.25 - £44.25

🎤 Stand-Up Comedy Night: Join headliner Josh Elton, Mike Reed, Huw Davies, and more for a night of comedy at the Albert Hall.
7 PM | From £13.70

🎉 Festival of Communities: Celebrate cultural diversity at the Brangwyn Hall with music, dance, food, and networking organised by Ethnic Minority Welsh Women Achievement Association.
1 PM - 6 PM | Free, includes refreshments & dinner

📝 Proud Writing with Norena Shopland: LGBTQ+ creative writing workshop led by historian Norena Shopland, drawing inspiration from Welsh stories, at The Welfare, Ystradgynlais.
3PM - 6 PM | £5 - £10

LIVE MUSIC 🎸

Monday June 16th
The Uplands Tavern | Open Mic | 7.30 PM
Noah’s Yard | Groove Merchant | 8.30 PM

Tuesday June 17th
The Bayview | Open Mic | 8 PM

Wednesday June 18th

Thursday June 19th
Gin & Juice | Live Lounge Thursdays | 7.30 PM
Altitude 28 | Jazz Thursday | 8 PM
Elysium | Buttonsville | 7 PM

Friday June 20th
The Albert Hall | Live Music Friday | 7 PM
Cu Mumbles | Shakatak | 8 PM
Elysium | King Goon | 7 PM
The Strand Bar | Spwci | 7 PM
The Bunkhouse | Soundwire | 7 PM

Saturday June 21st
Swansea Arena | The Ultimate Classic Rock Show | 7.30 PM
The Bunkhouse | Enabling Behaviour | 7 PM
Patti Pavilion | Day of Wreckoning MMXXV | 12 PM

Sunday June 22nd
Waterloo Stores | Live Music Sundays | 8 PM
The Bunkhouse | Rivera | 6 PM

QUESTION TIME

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Catch you on Wednesday!

Andrew.

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