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Ceredigion Youth Council chat with Elin Jones MS
On 15 December 2025, members of Ceredigion Youth Council visited Senedd Cymru in Cardiff, and met with Elin Jones MS to discuss key issues that are important to young people.29/12/2025
Help shape the future of Age-Friendly Ceredigion
Local residents are invited to take part in shaping the priorities for the county’s Age-Friendly Action Plan for the next three years.24/12/2025
Ceredigion Youth Service Distributes Wellbeing Packs to Support Young People Over Christmas
Ceredigion Youth Service has prepared 108 Wellbeing Packs to bring comfort and joy to children and young people currently accessing support in the county.23/12/2025
Major investment transforms Aberaeron’s leisure and library facilities
Significant improvements to Aberaeron’s leisure and library facilities were celebrated during a visit by Jack Sargeant MS, Minister for Culture, Skills and Social Partnership, on 18 December 2025.19/12/2025
Ceredigion Museum joins a national initiative to inspire action on climate change
Ceredigion Museum has been announced as one of 12 museums, heritage and cultural partners across the UK to run events and activity focused on creating advocates for the planet, in partnership with the Natural History Museum (NHM), London.19/12/2025
A taste of the upcoming vocational courses in Lampeter
Llettytwppa Farm, now owned by the Council, is being transformed into an educational site for pupils who wish to follow courses related to the agricultural and horticultural sectors.18/12/2025
Waste collection arrangements over the festive period
There will be some change to the waste collection arrangements in Ceredigion over the festive period.16/12/2025
Celebrating outstanding talent in Ceredigion - Gwobrau Caru Ceredigion Awards 2025 winners announced
The 2025 Gwobrau Caru Ceredigion Awards were held last night, 11 December, at the Lampeter Campus, University of Wales Trinty St David’s and celebrated the exceptional contributions and achievements of businesses, community projects, and individuals across the county.12/12/2025
Call for new Mid Wales capital projects now open as region develops refreshed investment pipeline
Organisations across Mid Wales are now invited to submit proposals for new capital projects to help shape a strengthened regional investment pipeline. The open call is now live.10/12/2025
Flood Warnings: River Teifi at Cenarth, Llechryd and Newcastle Emlyn
Natural Resources have issued several flood warnings in south Ceredigion.09/12/2025
Have your say: shape Ceredigion’s Corporate Enforcement Policy
A consultation has opened to gather public views on the Corporate Enforcement Policy by Ceredigion County Council.08/12/2025
Share your views on the revised Engagement and Participation Policy
We would like to hear from residents, community groups, and stakeholders on the revised Engagement and Participation Policy by Ceredigion County Council.05/12/2025
The Magic of the Cardigan Giant Lantern Parade returns
Small World Theatre is delighted to announce the return of the Cardigan Giant Lantern Parade on Friday 5 December, bringing light, creativity and community spirit to the town.04/12/2025
Workshops to encourage young people and communities to register to vote
The 'My First Vote Tour' was held during November this year in conjunction with Ceredigion Electoral Services and the Senedd Commission to raise awareness among pupils and communities about their right to vote in the Senedd Elections in 2026.03/12/2025
Residents invited to help shape responsible drone use by Ceredigion County Council
Residents across Ceredigion are being asked to share their views on how drone technology should be used to support community safety.03/12/2025
Have your say ahead of the next Council Budget
The time has come again to start preparing for setting the Council Budget for 2026-27.02/12/2025
Celebrate Christmas at Theatr Felinfach!
Christmas is near and Theatr Felinfach is excited to welcome you to celebrate the Festivities.02/12/2025
Continued support needed for Ukrainian families fleeing war
Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine in 2022, Ceredigion has welcomed 90 families through the Homes for Ukraine programme.02/12/2025
Youth Work Grants to provide a funding boost for young people’s priorities
Ceredigion Youth Service has announced the allocation of £50,000 in Youth Work Grants to voluntary youth organisations across the county, supporting projects that reflect the priorities identified by young people themselves.28/11/2025
Future Generations Commissioner visits key innovation sites in Mid Wales
The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales, Derek Walker, visited Mid Wales on 25 November to explore long-term opportunities for a thriving, sustainable regional economy.26/11/2025
Snow: schools closed in south Ceredigion
A number of schools in south Ceredigion are closed today (21/11/2025) due to the weather:21/11/2025
Announcing the Caru Ceredigion Awards 2025 shortlist
The shortlist for the Caru Ceredigion Awards 2025 has been officially announced, with an impressive range of finalists representing 12 categories.19/11/2025
Ceredigion Member of UK Youth Parliament takes part in UK Youth Parliament takeover 2025
On 06 November 2025, Ceredigion’s Member of UK Youth Parliament (MYP), Lleucu Nest travelled to London to represent the county in the annual UK Youth Parliament live debate in the House of Commons.19/11/2025
Mid Wales projects move into prototype stage to deliver real-world clean energy solutions
Growing Mid Wales is delighted to confirm that the Whole System Research for Innovation and Decarbonisation (WSRID) programme will continue, supported by Welsh Government funding.13/11/2025
Success for the Catering Team at the Wales Food and Fun 10 Year Celebration Awards
231 Ceredigion pupils, across six schools, took part in the Welsh Local Government Association's (WLGA) Food and Fun Scheme during the 2025 summer holiday.12/11/2025
Ceredigion Community Grant Applications open for 2026/2027
Ceredigion County Council is encouraging community groups, churches and chapels, voluntary and not-for-profit organisations that wish to improve and expand the range of facilities, activities and opportunities across the county to apply to the Ceredigion Community Grant Fund.12/11/2025
Life Online Report Highlights Young People’s Digital Lives Across Dyfed-Powys
A new report commissioned by Ceredigion County Council has revealed how online life is shaping the experiences, wellbeing, and behaviours of young people across Dyfed-Powys.12/11/2025
Ceredigion commits to a Relational Practice vision for all schools
A new initiative has been launched in Ceredigion to support all schools and education settings to develop and utilise relational practice as part of their day-to-day work.11/11/2025
Tackling illegal off-road driving in Ceredigion
A scheme is being developed to install Closed Circuit Television Cameras (CCTV) at strategic locations across the upland areas of Ceredigion to deter this dangerous and irresponsible activity.07/11/2025
What does culture mean to you in Ceredigion?
A new project is launching to explore the many aspects of culture in Ceredigion, and we want to hear from you.06/11/2025
Flood Warnings: River Teifi at Cenarth, Llechryd and Newcastle Emlyn
Natural Resources have issued several flood warnings in south Ceredigion following the high rainfall overnight.05/11/2025
Wales’ first UNESCO City of Literature
Aberystwyth Ceredigion joins global network of Creative Cities31/10/2025
A chain story written by Ceredigion pupils, inspired by T. Llew Jones
To celebrate T. Llew Jones Day on 11 October 2025, fourteen primary schools across Ceredigion came together to take part in a unique collaborative writing initiative inspired by the poem Yr Hen Dŷ Gwag by the poet and author T. Llew Jones.30/10/2025
Have your say on the next Licencing Policy
Ceredigion County Council’s Licensing Policy covers places like pubs and bars, and most venues that sell alcohol, serve hot food late at night, or host entertainment such as live music, dancing, films, or certain sports events.29/10/2025
Ceredigion expands support for hospital discharges and community care
Ceredigion County Council’s Porth Gofal (Targeted Intervention) Team is being expanded to reduce delays for residents who are ready to leave hospital but require care support.28/10/2025
Improvements completed on active travel route ahead of Green Libraries Week
Following completion of construction work, the path between Llanbadarn Fawr and The National Library of Wales will be open for use once again, just in time for Green Libraries Week (27 October – 02 November).24/10/2025
Aberystwyth Ramblers donate gates to improve public rights of way
Walkers exploring the paths in and around Aberystwyth over the past few years may have noticed new gates and plaques marking improvements along their routes. These enhancements are part of a wider effort to make the countryside more accessible and behind many of them is a story of community dedication and generosity.15/10/2025
A new chapter begins for Aberaeron Library
Work is in its final stages to offer improved facilities in a new welcoming space for Aberaeron Library.13/10/2025
Ceredigion Childcare and Play Conference 2025 Celebrates Sector Excellence and Innovation
The Childcare Unit at Ceredigion County Council hosted a vibrant and inspiring Childcare and Play Conference 2025 at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Lampeter on Saturday, 27 September 2025. Funded by the Welsh Government’s Children and Communities – Training and Support Grant, the event brought together childcare professionals from across the county for a day of learning, reflection, and collaboration.13/10/2025
Flood protection work concludes on Aberaeron Coastal Defence Scheme
Another milestone has been reached in the construction of the Aberaeron Coastal Defence Scheme which will provide future protection from flood and coastal erosion.07/10/2025
Entries now open for Caru Ceredigion Awards 2025
Following the success of the first Caru Ceredigion Awards held last year, the competition is back for 2025 with brand new categories.03/10/2025
Bluetongue alert: farmers in Ceredigion urged to remain vigilant
The first confirmed cases of Bluetongue virus (BTV) have now been identified in Wales, and all farmers and livestock keepers are urged to take note of any potential symptoms.01/10/2025
Another successful summer for Food and Fun at Ceredigion schools
231 Ceredigion pupils took part in the Welsh Local Government Association's (WLGA) Food and Fun Scheme this summer.30/09/2025
Shaping Places Project in Ceredigion
Ceredigion County Council is prioritising investment in its communities and places. Its focus is enabling places to invest and restore their community spaces and to create the right foundations for thriving local communities.29/09/2025
Ceredigion Youth Bursary 2025 awarded
A young person from Ceredigion has benefitted from a cash bursary generously provided once again this year by West Wales Holiday Cottages. Ffion Marston, aged 20, was awarded the bursary to support her to reach a personal goal of developing a new mobile beauty business.25/09/2025
Summer Holiday Provision a success
The 2025 Summer Holiday Provision by Ceredigion County Council for children, young people, families, and older people was a resounding success.24/09/2025
Court grants an Emergency Prohibition Order on a Lampeter business
Aberystwyth Magistrates’ Court has granted an Emergency Prohibition Order (EPO) on The Royal Oak Hotel, Lampeter, prohibiting the use of the bar and cellar areas.19/09/2025
Improvements to two schools in Cardigan and a Cylch Meithrin in Cenarth
Two schools and one Cylch Meithrin in Ceredigion have recently benefitted from a £9 million investment by the Welsh Government Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme, the Reducing Infant Class Sizes Grant, the Capital programme for Childcare and Early Years, and Ceredigion Local Authority.18/09/2025
Ceredigion Youth Service Awarded Bronze Quality Mark for Youth Work in Wales
Ceredigion Youth Service has proudly achieved the Quality Mark for Youth Work in Wales at Bronze Level, a recognition awarded for the second time by Welsh Government and the Education Workforce Council. This important accolade celebrates the Service’s commitment to delivering high-quality, inclusive, and impactful youth work across the county.17/09/2025
£4m available for town centre regeneration projects across Mid Wales
A total of £4 million has been allocated towards town centre regeneration projects across Mid Wales (Powys and Ceredigion) over the next two years (2025-2027).12/09/2025
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Theatr Felinfach’s 2025 autumn/winter programme
A new cultural year is about to start at Theatr Felinfach and there’s a feast expecting you from now until Christmas.04/09/2025
Rali Ceredigion 2025: Communities, Safety and Sustainability at the Heart of This Year’s Rally
With just two weeks to go until JDS Machinery Rali Ceredigion 2025, organisers are encouraging residents and businesses across Ceredigion and Powys to plan ahead, stay informed, and get involved in what promises to be the most community-focused rally yet.22/08/2025
GCSE and BTEC results announced
The BTEC and GCSE examination results published today by the WJEC indicate that high standards are being achieved in Ceredigion schools.21/08/2025
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£100,000 Funding Available to Boost Nature Projects Across Ceredigion
Ceredigion Nature Partnership is inviting applications for a new round of funding worth £100,000, aimed at supporting projects that create, restore, or enhance natural assets across the county. The initiative is part of the Welsh Government’s Local Places for Nature fund, designed to bring nature closer to where people live, work, and access public services.14/08/2025
Aberystwyth Farmers’ Market is relocating
The much-loved Aberystwyth Farmers’ Market is relocating from Saturday, 16 August 2025. The market will be held at its new location on the street by the Market Hall at the top of town.06/08/2025
Ceredigion’s Adult Social Services Praised in Latest Care Inspectorate Wales Report
Ceredigion County Council is pleased to welcome the findings of the latest improvement check by Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW), which highlights the positive progress made in Adult Social Services since the last performance evaluation in 2023.31/07/2025
Improvement works at Aberaeron Leisure Centre
To enable the next phase of improvements at Aberaeron Leisure Centre to take place, the Sports hall will close temporarily next month.28/07/2025
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Smart solutions for sustainable energy in agriculture shared at Royal Welsh Show
Innovative approaches to sustainable energy in agriculture were explored at the Royal Welsh Show this week during a stakeholder session hosted by Growing Mid Wales on 21 July.22/07/2025
National Library of Wales path upgrade scheme
Ceredigion County Council is to carry out works to improve the path that links with the National Library of Wales (NLW) following the appointment of a local contractor. This path section starts next to the Gorwelion building on Llanbadarn Road which connects with the NLW building.22/07/2025
Council agrees to a reduction in the number of Chief Officers
Ceredigion County Council has agreed to reduce the number of Chief Officers from 16 to 14, resulting in a net reduction in senior officers’ pay of £120,000 a year.21/07/2025
Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award for Ceredigion County Council
In recognition of its work to provide support and assistance to the Armed Forces Community, Ceredigion County Council has been awarded with a Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award.21/07/2025
New plans for the future of Lampeter campus announced
Ceredigion County Council and the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) have shared their proposal to maintain educational provision on UWTSD’s Lampeter campus.18/07/2025
Step into the Story Garden as part of the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge
Ceredigion Library Service is delighted to announce the launch of the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, running from the beginning of July until 27 September with this year’s theme being ‘Story Garden – Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors’.16/07/2025
Welsh language and bilingual futures take centre stage at Ceredigion Language Conference
On 30 June 2025, over 60 people from various organisations from all over Wales came to Ceredigion’s Language Conference at Theatr Felinfach. Sponsored by the ARFOR scheme, this conference was the first of its kind with the support of Ceredigion’s Language Forum which is the Ceredigion Bilingual Futures Forum.15/07/2025
Ceredigion Youth Service launches new funding opportunity for Voluntary Youth Organisations
Ceredigion Youth Service has launched an exciting new funding initiative designed to support voluntary youth organisations across the county in delivering impactful, youth-led projects.15/07/2025
Ceredigion schools shine in one of Europe’s largest heritage competitions
Schools across Ceredigion have been recognised for their outstanding achievements in the 2025 Welsh Heritage Schools Initiative (WHSI).11/07/2025
Two chain novels written by Ceredigion’s young people
Two new novels have been published following collaborative work by pupils from primary schools in Ceredigion.10/07/2025
Public urged to remain vigilant as Avian Flu detected in seabirds along Ceredigion coast
Ceredigion County Council is urging residents and visitors to exercise caution following confirmed cases of avian influenza (bird flu) in wild seabirds along the Ceredigion coastline, particularly between Aberaeron and New Quay.10/07/2025
Ceredigion’s Youth Council Members visit Westminster
On 24 June 2025, Lleucu Nest, a Ysgol Penweddig pupil who represents Ceredigion in the UK Youth Parliament as Ceredigion’s Member of Youth Parliament (MYP), Kiani Francis, Ysgol Penglais pupil who represents Ceredigion in the Wales Youth Parliament and Bronwen Tuson, also a pupil at Ysgol Penglais and Chair of Ceredigion Youth Council, travelled to London to meet with Ceredigion Member of Parliament, Ben Lake.09/07/2025
Share your views on Ceredigion's Engagement and Participation Policy
Ceredigion County Council is revising its current Engagement and Participation Policy and wants your views about what should be included in the updated policy.08/07/2025
Ceredigion's new Supported Lodgings Scheme is looking for hosts
Could you provide a safe, supportive space in your home for a young person? Supported Lodgings Ceredigion are looking for hosts to accommodate young people between the age of 16 and 25.08/07/2025
Ceredigion Secondary Schools have fun in the Talwrn y Beirdd Ifanc
The fourth Talwrn y Beirdd Ifanc between Ceredigion secondary schools was held in Cardigan over the weekend.08/07/2025
Successful Lloyds National Road Championships conclude in Ceredigion
The Lloyds National Road Championship in Ceredigion, Wales came to a close on Sunday (29) after three days of entertaining racing across the Time-Trial, Circuit and Road Race events.04/07/2025