Good morning, Swansea - and Happy Easter! 🐣 This is the Swansea Scoop, the local newsletter that’s like getting a Bank Holiday lie in.
If you’re already up and about, I hope you've already raided the good stuff before anyone else got to it! Once the chocolate is sorted, there’s over 40 things to keep you busy across Swansea this week - including Comic Con, Easter trails, live comedy, local markets, and plenty more.
Whatever you’re up to, have a good one and I’ll catch you on Wednesday!
Andrew.
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WEDNESDAY'S SCOOP (ICYMI) 🦢
In 1931, a full-page ad in the South Wales Daily Post made a bold claim - Swansea, it declared, was home to the largest fishing fleet in the world.
Swansea’s docks were packed with Trawlers named after Welsh castles, a workforce of thousands, and a direct rail line carrying thousands of tons of Atlantic fish to market - but it wouldn’t last.
This week, we tell the story of how Swansea's fishing fleet rose to world-beating heights, and how it completely disappeared within a generation.
THE DIGEST 📰
Slow news week means… planning documents to the rescue! 😄
🏗️ A massive new 13,000 sq ft warehouse is planned for Penllergaer.
🥐 Planning permission has been given to transform Swansea’s historic Mond Buildings into a bakery, flats and restored ballroom.
🏠 Plans have been submitted to transform the top floor above Princess Way retail units into 10 city centre apartments.
🌉 The historic 70-tonne bascule bridge in Landore made a midnight journey through the city.
🧗 Swansea Council wants to build a high ropes adventure course next to the beach at Port Eynon.
FOOD & DRINK 🥙
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The next Swansea Scoop Dinner Club is on Wednesday April 22nd at 6.30 PM in Swansea city centre, and seats are already filling up.
We’d say it’s the best way to meet people and make new friends in Swansea, but don’t just take our word for it 😊:
“The restaurant was lovely, the food was delicious, and I got matched with such amazing people!”
“I had a lovely evening meeting new people and enjoying wonderful food. Really wasn’t sure what to expect but I am so glad I signed up!”
Spots are limited and last month’s dinner sold out. See you there? 🙂
🍽️ Hello Asia has launched a selection of Easter Milkis drink specials.
🍵 Ripples Ice-cream Parlour is serving matcha-flavoured ice-cream.
☕ Sloth Coffee is selling sandwiches and a new cold brew.
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This week, we visited the new exhibition at Swansea Museum, and asked the question “Is this the baddest boy in Swansea?”
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SWANSEA PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT 🏡
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SWANSEA SHOUT OUTS 🦢
Maggie’s Swansea is looking for an experienced gardener to join its team.
👵🏼 April Court Care Home on St Helen’s Road is looking for performers and activity providers of all kinds to visit its residents. Paid entertainers and volunteers welcome. Contact Charlie on [email protected] or call 01792650344.
🏛️ The Egypt Centre at Swansea University’s Singleton campus is re-opening on Wednesday, April 8th after significant refurbishment.
Got something to shout-out to Swansea? Let us know!
SWANSEA LOCAL BUSINESS
🫒 Olive Tapas and Wine Bar has opened at Oldwalls on Gower.
☕ The Coffee Pot has opened inside Kittle Market Garden in Kittle.
🍕 Pizza Boyz on Walter Rd is turning takeaway only.
🥋 Victory Jiu Jitsu has opened in Castle Arcade, Mumbles (in the old Cu Mumbles unit).
🍦 GG’s Gelato has opened a new kiosk at Caswell Bay.
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WHAT’S ON 📅
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Monday April 6th
👴 Ageing Well Activities for 50+: Enjoy activities in Swansea, including movie and soup specials, coffee mornings, bowling, and social walks.
Various times | Free
Easter Holiday Fun
🥚 Easter Egg Race: Race to find eggs on April 5th (today!) & 6th (Monday at The Swansea Jack.
12.30 PM & 2.30 PM | £2
🥚 Loughor Castle Egg Roll: Sparky the Bunny leads an egg-rolling on the castle mound, plus Easter bonnet parade, decorated egg competition, and more.
12:00 PM | Free
👸 The Sing-Along Dance Party: Join the Snow Queen & Tower Princess for a magical dance party at Founders & Co.
11 AM & 12.30 PM | Booking required
🚂 Miniature Railway Open Day: Join the Swansea Society of Model Engineers at Derwen Fawr for family-friendly Open Day featuring train rides and light refreshments.
10.30 AM - 4.30 PM | £1 entry, £1 per ride
🍬 Dylan’s Favourite Sweets Trail: Follow Dylan Thomas' sweet tooth on a trail at the Dylan Thomas Centre.
Until May 4th | 10 AM - 4.30 PM | Free
🌼 Here in this Spring: Self-led creative writing, puppet-making, puzzles, and more at the Dylan Thomas Centre.
Until May 4th | 10 AM - 4.30 PM | Free
🐣 Lower Lliw Reservoir Easter Trail: An all-day trail running until April 12th.
8 AM - 8 PM | £2 per child
🐣 Easter Animal Adventure at Will's Farm: Celebrate Easter with activities like meeting the Easter Bunny, a Hoof Print Trail, baby animal encounters, and more.
Various dates and times
🧼 LUSH Half-Term Workshop: Create your own bath bomb at LUSH, ideal for ages 5+. Also Wednesday.
12 PM | £5
🐰 Easter Bunny Academy Trail: Easter fun at Gower Fresh Christmas Trees with a trail, bunny characters, entertainment, and more..
10 AM - 5 PM | Under 12's £11.95, Over 12s £5.95 | Until April 6th
Easter Egg Hunt: Barnardo’s in Parc Tawe has an in-store Easter egg hunt and colouring activities running throughout the holidays.
Tuesday April 7th
🎨 Pottery Painting Sessions: Join Craftsea at the Albert Hall for a creative midweek pottery painting session at Albert Hall, perfect for unwinding and socialising with friends.
6 PM - 8 PM | £24.20
Easter Holiday Fun
🦅 Birds of Prey Adventure at Penllergare Valley Woods: Explore a magical woodland adventure with bird of prey displays and mini woodland activities like bug hunts and nature crafts.
11 AM - 3 PM | Free
Wednesday April 8th
🕺 Copacabana Magic: Celebrate the legendary Barry Manilow with a spectacular tribute show at Swansea Grand Theatre. Enjoy hits like Mandy, Copacabana, and more performed by vocalist Martyn James.
7 PM | £25 - £28
Easter Holiday Fun
🦜 Pet Pals: Learn about pet behaviours, get hands-on with animals, quizzes, and activities at Pets at Home in Fforestfach.. Limited spaces; RSVP online.
2:00 PM | Free
🎥 Gremlins: Watch Gremlins at Volcano Theatre’s Easter holiday family film screening.
11 AM | £1 - £7.50
Thursday April 9th
🎭 Ministry of Absurdism: Join Captain Ali Hancock and a lineup of zany comics for the "Myths & Legends" themed comedy night at Elysium Gallery.
7 PM | £3 - £5
🎤 Musik: Frances Barber stars as Billie Trix in this one-woman odyssey through the 20th and 21st centuries at Pontardawe Arts Centre.
7.30 PM | £12
Easter Holiday Fun
🗺️ Treasure Maps: Design and paint real or fantasy treasure maps at Swansea Museum, and take on a medieval museum trail.
10 AM -1 PM | Free, drop in
🔬 FLOW LAB: Experiment with particle interactions, varying mixtures, and messy science fun at Oriel Science today, Friday, and Saturday.
11 AM & 2 PM | Free, drop in
🎭 The Zoo That Comes to You: Join two animal enthusiasts on a heartwarming adventure featuring puppetry and live music, at The Welfare, Ystradgynlais.
2 PM | £9 - £15
Friday April 10th
🖼️ Neuro Expression Exhibition: Neuro Expression preview at Elysium Gallery & Bar, featuring diverse neurodivergent artists exploring their experiences through art.
7 PM | Free
🩰 County Youth Dance Company: Taliesin Arts Centre hosts CYDC's annual show, featuring new contemporary works by prominent choreographers.
7.30 PM | £7 - £10
🔧 Mumbles Repair Cafe: Monthly repair event at Underhill Hub where friendly volunteers assist with fixing electrical items.
10 AM - 1 PM
🔬 FameLab Science Communication Competition - Welsh Final: Watch as talented science communicators compete with engaging talks judged on content, clarity, and charisma, at the National Waterfront Museum.
6 PM | Free
Easter Holiday Fun
💌 ‘Snail Mail’ Stationery and Stories Workshop: Create spring-themed stationery and stories inspired by Dylan Thomas' writing about snails at Dylan Thomas Centre.
1 PM - 4 PM (Quiet Session 10 AM - 12 PM) | Free, drop-in
🧸 Toy Story Half-Term Fun: Toy Story characters, games, singalongs, and dances at Founders & Co.
10.30 AM | £10 per child
Saturday April 11th
🎤 Seann Walsh: This is Torture: Award-winning comedian Seann Walsh brings his new show to the Taliesin Arts Centre.
8 PM | £19
🛍️ Mumbles Market: Monthly market in The Dairy Carpark, Mumbles, Browse local vendors selling food, drink, gifts, and more.
9 AM - 1 PM
🎭 The Guy Who Doesn't Like Musicals: A musical pandemic hits Hatchetfield, and it's up to Paul and friends to save humanity in this comedic show at Bonymaen Community Centre.
7 PM | £6.45
🎤 Saturday Night Comedy: Head to the Problematic Pub Comedy Club for an evening of energetic stand-up comedy and a lively atmosphere, hosted by Sandro Ford and Simon Emanuel.
7.30 PM | £17
🛍️ Young Traders Market Competition: Young entrepreneurs showcase their businesses in categories like groceries, arts & crafts, and food & drink, at Swansea Market.
🌟 Dreamcoat Stars: A night of musical smash-hits with stars from Joseph & the Technicolour Dreamcoat, performing West End classics and Broadway favorites at Swansea Grand Theatre.
7 PM | £29.50
🏛️ Exploring Swansea's Copper Heritage: Discover the history of Swansea's copper industry with a free guided walk of the Hafod Morfa Copperworks site.
11 AM | Free
🎭 The West End Tenors: Leading men from London's West End unite for a vocal extravaganza, showcasing hits from iconic musicals and films at Brangwyn Hall.
7.30 PM | £29
🕺 ABBA Day Party: An afternoon celebration of ABBA's greatest hits and 70s classics at Bambu Beach Bar.
3 PM - 8 PM | £17.50
🏰 Oystermouth Castle Talk: Join Anthony Hughes at Y Storfa to explore the history and stories behind Oystermouth Castle and its past inhabitants.
2 PM
🛍️ Sketty Community Market: Monthly market at St Paul's Parish Centre featuring a variety of local goods.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
🛍️ Marchnad Y Bont: Pontarddulais Market: Outdoor food and crafts market at The Big Circle featuring traders like Payne’s Pizza and Gogi’s Cuisine. Dog friendly.
10 AM - 2 PM
📚 Rhys Trimble - Swansea Automatic: Join Rhys at Cover to Cover in Mumbles for the launch of the second edition of his late-modernist cult book: Swansea Automatic.
2 PM | Free
🎉 House Of Drag Bingo: Experience bingo with glamour, comedy, and West End chaos at Mecca Bingo Swansea.
Doors 8 PM | From £17.50
🎶 Anarcho Folk Fest Cymru: Enjoy a day of live folk music featuring at Elysium in Swansea, with home-cooked food available.
2 PM - Late | Donations
🎸 Nostalgiafest: Tribute event at Sin City featuring live performances of Limp Bizkit, Paramore, Avril Lavigne, Killswitch Engage, and The Offspring, along with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater soundtrack.
7 PM - 11 PM | £15
Easter Holiday Fun
🏰 EALN Easter Hols Bouncy Castle: Join ALN-Connect at Penlan Leisure Centre for a Easter bouncy castle event for children with additional needs.
12 PM - 1 PM | £6.13
🐴 Spring Open Day at Woodfield Animal Sanctuary: Meet rescued horses and ponies. Enjoy activities, food, craft stalls, and learn about their rescue stories.
10.30 AM - 3.30 PM | Free, donations appreciated
Sunday April 12th
🍴 Marina Market - April: Shop for fresh food and handcrafted goods at this monthly market held in Dylan Thomas Square.
10 AM - 3 PM
🚌 Spring Running Day: Join the Swansea Bus Museum for a day of bus rides on four routes, entertainment, model trains, and more.
10 AM | Adult: £5, Child: £2, Family: £12
🦸♂️ Swansea Comic Con: Dive into cosplay, comics, collectibles, and more at LC Swansea. Plus, movie displays, contests, and more.
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM | £7.21 - £31.05
🎭 Live Comedy: Bar47 in Sketty presents its second monthly comedy night. Reserve table via Facebook or Instagram.
5 PM - 7 PM | Free entry
🏃♂️ BRISCO Gorseinon 10K and 2K Fun Run: Support charities Morgan's Army and Ty Hafan Children's Hospice at this community 10K & 2K Family Fun Run event.
7.30 AM - 12.30 PM | £14 - £30
Easter Holiday Fun
🧭 Family Orienteering: Join Swansea Bay Orienteering Club at Clyne Valley Country Park for an interactive day of hands-on coaching to improve navigation skills.
12 PM | Tickets
LIVE MUSIC 🎸
Monday April 6th
Uplands Tavern | Open Mic | 7.30 PM
Tuesday April 7th
Hangar 18 | The Big Stage Jam Night | 7.30 {<
Wednesday April 8th
The Swigg | Nigel Price & Alessio Menconi | 8 PM
Thursday April 9th
Swansea Grand Theatre | Seven Drunken Nights | 7 PM
The Bunkhouse | Junk Season | 6 PM
Friday April 10th
Swansea Grand Theatre | The Billy Joel Collection | 7 PM
The Bunkhouse | Sold For Parts | 7 PM
Hangar 18 | Black Lakes | 7 PM
Saturday April 11th
Gorseinon Events Centre | The Rocketman | 9 PM
The Bunkhouse | Pastel | 7 PM
Hippos | King Goon Album Launch Party | 8 PM
Sunday April 12th
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Catch you on Wednesday!
Andrew.
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