Workshops, community openings and gatherings. Drop in, sign up, or just come along — most events take place at The Halfway in Tal-y-Coed.
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A relaxed, non-clinical environment with a small affordable menu and relaxed live music — for people experiencing dementia or memory loss, plus carers, families and loved ones.
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with Melanie Made Mud
An autumn-themed ceramics workshop with Melanie Made Mud, bringing people together for a relaxed, creative session.
Book / EnquireLooking for our Dementia and Memory Loss Friendly Openings? They have their own page with full details for families, carers and referrers.
See full detailsWhat we've already delivered with our community. These sessions have been and gone — if you'd like to hear about new dates, drop us a message.
Past Eventwith Cosy Throws
A friendly, hands-on session making chunky scarves and cushion covers with oversized needles and Welsh wool.
Past EventA festive wreath-making morning using fresh local foliage, dried fruit and ribbon.
Past EventHands-on chunky-wool pumpkin making in the marquee — a packed afternoon of colour, craft and community.
Past Eventwith Mouse & Sprout
Carve and print your own seasonal greetings card in a relaxed, creative session.
Past Eventwith Gourmet Gatherings
Guided autumn foraging walk identifying edible plants and mushrooms in the local woodland.
Past EventHands-on glass mosaic workshop in the marquee — patient, creative and meditative.
Past Eventwith Melanie Made Mud
Throwing clay on the wheel under expert guidance — beginner-friendly and joyfully messy.
Past Eventwith Create Caerphilly
A tactile, creative felt-making workshop for the community.
Past EventA relaxed afternoon of hand-built pots, figures and fairy houses in clay.
Pubtopia workshops are led by independent makers and artists from across South Wales and the borders. A thank you to those who've already brought their craft to The Halfway.
A creative chunky knitting workshop helping people come together, learn a hands-on skill and create something cosy to take home.
Glass workshopA glass art workshop led by local artist Cag Rodwell, giving attendees the chance to explore glass-based creativity in a friendly group setting.
CeramicsA ceramics workshop focused on clay, creativity and making by hand.
Lino printingA lino printing workshop where attendees created their own hand-printed designs in a relaxed, creative session.
Felt workshopA felt-making workshop offering a tactile, creative activity for the community.
Foraging walkA nature-based foraging walk helping people connect with the local landscape and learn more about edible plants and seasonal finds.