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Gregynog Hall, Newtown. Photo courtesy of University of Wales

Gregynog

Every year, the hills around Newtown are alive with the sound of music as Gregynog Hall hosts a festival of classical concerts. Now an annual event, the festival was started in the 1930s by the Davies Sisters. The 2009 festival was held between 12 and 21 June:




Gregynog History

The history of Gregynog Hall and two sisters' bequest to a nation

2009 Festival

2009 marks Gregynog Festival's 76th Anniversay

Davies Sisters

Two spinsters who shared a passion for art

Musical History

Rhian Davies explains the musical traditions being celebrated at the anniversary festival.

Elgar

Find out more about Edward Elgar's connections with Gregynog and Mid Wales.

David Davies

More about the Davies' sisters eminent grandfather.

Gregynog Walk

A 7km ramble starting at Gregynog Hall

Newtown Life

Read our guide to Gregynog's nearest town - Newtown

Young Musician 2007

Ten young musicians were in the running for the 2007 award.

Music Festivals

Find out more about Mid Wales' Music Festivals.

Seat of Learning

Hundreds of University of Wales students visit Gregynog every year

Gregynog Festival 2007

A summer festival of classical music

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