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Environmental Amgylcheddol EV EN TS D I G W Y D D I A D A U SWANSEA APRIL DECEMBER 2020 ABERTAWE EBRILL RHAGFYR 2020

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Environmental

Amgylcheddol

EVENTSDIGWYDDIADAU

SWANSE A • APR IL – DECEMB E R 2020

AB E R TAWE • EBR IL L – RHAGFYR 2020

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INTRODUCTIONWelcome to the 2020 Environmental Events Swansea booklet, which includes details of around 250 events taking place in and around Swansea from April to December. These include a wide variety of walks, talks, workshops and activities to encourage people of all ages to enjoy nature. Most of the events are FREE or at low cost so everyone can join in.

Look out for several special events and festivals during the year, such as Spring Clean Cymru running into April; Wales Nature Week and Gower Walking Festival starting at the end of May; Bike Week UK in June; the Beach Sculpture Festival in July and the Gower Show in August. Some of the regular local produce markets taking place around Swansea are listed on pages 8–9 along with details of local repair cafes.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Environment Centre opening in Swansea so we have included a special page spread to celebrate this (see pages 6–7). If you’ve never visited this unique community resource, or haven’t done so for a while, why not pay a visit in this special year. The Centre organises the annual Green Fayre at the National Waterfront Museum, which will take place twice this year – in June as well as November.

The Further Information section at the back of the booklet provides details of over 40 local organisations and projects that organise events and activities linked to the environment. Throughout the year, further information on activities and events will be posted on various websites and social media. If you have relevant events that you wish to be included in the next edition, or promoted online during the year, please get in touch (contact details below).

This booklet is produced by Swansea Council’s Nature Conservation Team with support from the Welsh Government’s ENRaW, LNP Cymru grant-funded project. Please note that information on events run by other organisations is published in good faith and Swansea Council cannot be held responsible for inaccuracies.

Please note that at the time of going to print, there was increasing uncertainty about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic so it is advised to check with organisers that their events are still going ahead before attending.

Swansea Council Nature Conservation TeamTel: 07967 138016 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.swansea.gov.uk/environmentalevents

GOWER AONB SUMMER SEASHORE SAFARISDiscover the amazing and colourful hidden seashore life right on our doorstep, with local marine biologist Judith Oakley. Enjoy these free, fun and educational events, supported by the Gower AONB Team and Natural Resources Wales, that take place on beaches around Gower. Visit the Oakley Intertidal Facebook page or email [email protected] for further details.

Basket Weaving Beach Art

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CYFLWYNIADCroeso i lyfryn Digwyddiadau Amgylcheddol 2020 Abertawe, sy'n cynnwys manylion oddeutu 250 o ddigwyddiadau sy'n cael eu cynnal yn Abertawe a'r cylch rhwng mis Ebrill a mis Rhagfyr. Mae'r rhain yn cynnwys amrywiaeth eang o deithiau cerdded, sgyrsiau, gweithdai a gweithgareddau i annog pobl o bob oedran i fwynhau natur. Mae mwyafrif y digwyddiadau AM DDIM neu yn rhad fel y gall pawb ymuno.

Cynhelir nifer o ddigwyddiadau arbennig a gwyliau yn ystod y flwyddyn, megis Gwanwyn Glân Cymru hyd at fis Ebrill; Wythnos Natur Cymru a Gwyl Gerdded Gwyr sy'n dechrau ddiwedd mis Mai; Wythnos Feicio'r DU ym mis Mehefin; Gwyl Cerfluniau Traeth ym mis Gorffennaf a Sioe Gwyr ym mis Awst. Mae rhai o'r marchnadoedd cynnyrch lleol sy'n cael eu cynnal o amgylch Abertawe wedi'u rhestru ar dudalen 9 gyda manylion y caffis atgyweirio lleol.

Eleni rydym yn dathlu 25 mlynedd ers agor Canolfan yr Amgylchedd Abertawe, felly rydym wedi cynnwys tudalen arbennig i ddathlu hyn (gweler tudalen 7). Os nad ydych erioed wedi ymweld â'r adnodd cymunedol unigryw hwn, neu heb fod yno ers peth amser, beth am ddod i'n gweld y flwyddyn arbennig hon? Mae'r ganolfan yn trefnu'r Ffair Werdd flynyddol a gynhelir yn Amgueddfa Genedlaethol y Glannau, a bydd yn cael ei chynnal ddwywaith eleni – ym mis Mehefin ynghyd â mis Tachwedd.

Mae'r adran Mwy o Wybodaeth ar gefn y llyfryn yn rhoi manylion dros 40 o sefydliadau a phrosiectau lleol sy'n trefnu digwyddiadau a gweithgareddau sy'n ymwneud â'r amgylchedd. Trwy gydol y flwyddyn, bydd mwy o wybodaeth am weithgareddau a digwyddiadau yn cael ei rhoi ar wahanol wefannau a chyfryngau cymdeithasol. Os oes gennych ddigwyddiadau perthnasol yr hoffech eu cynnwys yn yr argraffiad nesaf, neu eu hybu ar-lein yn ystod y flwyddyn, cysylltwch â ni (gweler y manylion cyswllt isod).

Caiff y llyfryn hwn ei gynhyrchu gan Dîm Cadwraeth Natur Cyngor Abertawe gyda chefnogaeth ENRaW Llywodraeth Cymru, prosiect a ariennir gan PNLl Cymru. Sylwer bod gwybodaeth am ddigwyddiadau a gynhelir gan sefydliadau eraill yn cael ei chyhoeddi yn ddifuant ac nid yw Cyngor Abertawe yn gyfrifol am wallau.

Sylwer, with gyhoeddi, fod ansicrwydd cynyddol ynghylch y pandemig coronafeirws, felly argymhellir eich bod yn gwirio gyda threfnwyr bod y digwyddiadau’n cael eu cynnal o hyd cyn mynd.

Tîm Cadwraeth Natur Dinas a Sir AbertaweFfôn: 07967 138016 E-bost: [email protected] Gwefan: www.abertawe.gov.uk/digwyddiadauamgylcheddol

SAFFARIS GLAN MÔR YR HAF AOHNE GŴYR Dewch i ddarganfod y bywyd glan môr cudd anhygoel a lliwgar sydd ar garreg ein drws, gyda’r biolegydd morol lleol, Judith Oakley. Mwynhewch y digwyddiadau hwyliog ac addysgiadol hyn sydd am ddim, wedi’u cefnogi gan Dîm AoHNE Gwyr a Chyfoeth Naturiol Cymru, sy'n cael eu cynnal ar draethau ar draws Gwyr. Ewch i dudalen Facebook Oakley Intertidal neu e-bostiwch [email protected] am fwy o fanylion.

Hwyl ar y Traeth Sioe Gŵyr

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BIODIVERSITY IN SWANSEASwansea has a natural environment of outstanding quality and beauty with a great diversity of landscapes and habitats including upland moorland, coastal cliffs, sandy beaches, heathland, woodland, wetlands, river valleys, grasslands, sand dunes and estuaries.

These habitats, together with the many parks and gardens, pockets of urban green space and large areas of farmland, support a huge diversity of plant and animal species and make Swansea one of the most attractive and ecologically diverse counties in the UK. To find out more about biodiversity in Swansea and what you can do to help maintain and enhance it, visit www.biodiversitywales.org.uk

EVERYONE WELCOMEMost events listed in this booklet are open to anyone. Please be considerate to others and the environment. Remember the countryside code and use sustainable travel where possible.

Cancellations: The event leader will usually be at the start of an event even if it has been cancelled e.g. due to poor weather. To avoid unnecessary journeys, you may wish to contact in advance.

Disability: If you have a visual, hearing or mobility disability and need further details in order to join in some of these events, please contact the organiser for more information.

Dogs: Dogs are not allowed at many events, especially countryside walks. Contact event leader to check.

Car Parking: Not all walks or other events start from recognised car parks. Please be considerate when parking and take care not to obstruct gates, other vehicles, etc.

Sustainable Travel: Many events in this booklet can be accessed using public transport or cycling. Discover more about getting around the area without a car at www.swanseabaywithoutacar.com. For bus routes and timetables contact Traveline Cymru on 0800 464 0000 or at www.traveline.cymru For information about the Santander Cycle Swansea scheme go to www.santandercycles.co.uk/swansea

SWANSEA WILDLIFE VOLUNTEERSSwansea's wildlife needs your help – could you be a force for nature and help Swansea Council look after wildlife on its local nature reserves and other green spaces?

Whether it's practical conservation work, planting trees, helping with wildlife surveys or maintaining countryside footpaths, there is something of interest for everyone. For more information, or to sign up to receive news, please contact Sean Hathaway on 01792 636000 or e-mail [email protected]

Pond Creation Flower Beetle

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BIOAMRYWIAETH YN ABERTAWEMae gan Abertawe amgylchedd naturiol o ansawdd a phrydferthwch anhygoel gydag amrywiaeth o dirweddau a chynefinoedd gan gynnwys gweundiroedd yr ucheldir, clogwyni arfordirol, traethau tywodlyd, rhostiroedd, coetiroedd, gwlyptiroedd, cymoedd afonydd, twyni tywod a morydau.

Mae'r cynefinoedd hyn, ynghyd â'r parciau a gerddi niferus, llecynnau o fannau gwyrdd dinesig ac ardaloedd ffermdir mawr, yn cefnogi amrywiaeth eang o rywogaethau planhigion ac anifeiliaid ac yn gwneud Abertawe yn un o'r siroedd mwyaf deniadol ac ecolegol amrywiol yn y DU. I ganfod mwy am fioamrywiaeth yn Abertawe a beth gallwch chi ei wneud i helpu i'w gynnal a'i wella ewch i www.bioamrywiaethcymru.org.uk

CROESO I BAWBMae mwyafrif y digwyddiadau a restrir yn y llyfryn hwn yn agored i bawb. Byddwch yn ystyrlon o eraill a'r amgylchedd. Cofiwch reolau cefn gwlad a defnyddiwch ddulliau teithio cynaliadwy lle y bo'n bosibl.

Cansladau: Bydd arweinydd y digwyddiad fel arfer yno ar ddechrau'r digwyddiad hyd yn oed os yw wedi'i ganslo e.e. oherwydd tywydd gwael. I osgoi siwrnai ddiangen, efallai yr hoffech gysylltu ymlaen llaw.

Anabledd: Os oes gennych anabledd gweld, clyw neu symudedd ac angen mwy o fanylion er mwyn ymuno â rhai o'r digwyddiadau hyn, cysylltwch â'r trefnwyr am fwy o wybodaeth.

Cŵn: Ni chaniateir cwn mewn nifer o ddigwyddiadau, yn enwedig teithiau cerdded cefn gwlad. Cysylltwch ag arweinydd y digwyddiad i wirio.

Parcio Ceir: Nid yw pob taith gerdded na digwyddiadau eraill yn dechrau o feysydd parcio cydnabyddedig. Byddwch yn ystyriol wrth barcio a gofalwch beidio â rhwystro gatiau, cerbydau eraill, ayyb.

Teithio Cynaliadwy: Gellir cyrraedd llawer o'r digwyddiadau a nodir yn y llyfryn hwn drwy ddefnyddio cludiant cyhoeddus neu feicio. Dysgwch fwy am deithio o amgylch yr ardal heb gar yn www.swanseabaywithoutacar.com/cy. Am lwybrau bysus ac amserlenni cysylltwch â Traveline Cymru ar 0800 464 0000 neu ewch i www.traveline.cymru. Am wybodaeth am gynllun Santander Cycle Abertawe ewch i www.santandercycles.co.uk/swansea

GWIRFODDOLWYR BYWYD GWYLLT ABERTAWEMae angen eich help ar fywyd gwyllt Abertawe – fedrwch chi gymell natur a helpu Cyngor Abertawe i edrych ar ôl bywyd gwyllt ei warchodfeydd natur lleol a’i fannau gwyrdd eraill?

Naill ai’n waith cadwraeth ymarferol, yn plannu coed, yn helpu gydag arolygon bywyd gwyllt neu’n cynnal llwybrau cefn gwlad, mae rhywbeth at ddant pawb. Am fwy o wybodaeth, neu i gofrestru i dderbyn newyddion, cysylltwch â Sean Hathaway ar 01792 636000 neu e-bostiwch [email protected]

Arolwg Traeth Cynllun Santander Cycle Abertawe

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The Environment Centre in Swansea opened its doors in April 1995 and for the past 25 years has been raising awareness of environmental issues and supporting local environmental initiatives. Run by a friendly and dedicated team of staff and volunteers, the much-valued community hub is the go-to location for environmental information, education and activity.

The Centre’s Green Shop is home to a wide selection of environmentally friendly products, from bamboo socks to organic chocolate, plastic-free soaps to locally crafted birthday cards. It also has a large refill station with a great choice of cleaning and personal hygiene products to help shoppers cut plastic from their purchases. The small Fairtrade coffee shop offers a perfect space to meet with friends, browse information about local events or bring a laptop to work in a peaceful and relaxing setting.

The historic Edwardian building, originally built as a telephone exchange, has been adapted to support a variety of different uses, whether you want a quiet workspace in the eco-annexe, to relax with a book in the urban garden, an office space sharing with like minded people, or you’re seeking a venue for a meeting or conference.

Visit the Centre: Tue–Fri 10am–4pm or Sat 10am–2pm (closed Mondays and Sundays) Contact the Centre: 01792 480200 or info@@environmentcentre.org.uk

Find out more at environmentcentre.org.uk and follow on social media.

Engaging with the community and providing educational resources has always been core to the Centre, which has a long history of outreach activities with communities and schools. Throughout the year, the Centre hosts a wide range of accessible and stimulating workshops and talks open to the public. These include recurring events such as the popular Repair Cafe and pop-up vegan café, and evening events organised by local groups.

THE ENVIRONMENT CENTRE: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

Environment Centre Volunteers

The Environment Centre The Green Shop

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Siop Goffi Fairtrade Gardd y Ganolfan

Agorodd Canolfan yr Amgylchedd ei drysau ym mis Ebrill 1995 ac am y 25 mlynedd diwethaf mae wedi bod yn codi ymwybyddiaeth am faterion amgylcheddol ac yn cefnogi mentrau amgylcheddol lleol. Wedi'i rhedeg gan dîm o staff a gwirfoddolwyr cyfeillgar ac ymroddedig, yr hwb hwn sydd mor bwysig i'r gymuned, yw'r lleoliad i fynd iddo am wybodaeth, addysg a gweithgareddau amgylcheddol.

Mae Siop Werdd y Ganolfan yn gartref i amrywiaeth eang o gynnyrch llesol i'r amgylchedd, o sanau bambw i siocled organig, sebon heb blastig a chardiau pen-blwydd a wnaed yn lleol. Mae ganddi hefyd orsaf ail-lenwi gyda dewis mawr o gynnyrch glanhau a glendid personol i helpu siopwyr i leihau plastig wrth brynu. Mae'r siop goffi Fairtrade fechan yn cynnig lle perffaith i gwrdd â ffrindiau, edrych trwy'r wybodaeth am ddigwyddiadau lleol neu dewch â gliniadur i weithio mewn lleoliad tawel ac ymlaciol.

Mae'r adeilad Edwardaidd hanesyddol, a adeiladwyd yn wreiddiol fel cyfnewidfa teleffon, wedi cael ei addasu i gefnogi amrywiaeth o wahanol ddefnyddiau – lle tawel i weithio mewn eco-randai, ymlacio gyda llyfr mewn gardd ddinesig, rhannu gofod swyddfa gyda phobl tebyg eu meddylfryd, neu os ydych yn chwilio am leoliad ar gyfer cyfarfod neu gynhadledd.

Ymweld â'r Ganolfan: Mawrth - Gwener 10am-4pm neu Sadwrn 10am-2pm (ar gau ddydd Llun a dydd Sul). Cysylltu â'r Ganolfan: 01792 480200 neu info@@environmentcentre.org.uk

Cewch fwy o fanylion yn environmentcentre.org.uk a thrwy ddilyn cyfryngau cymdeithasol.

Mae ymwneud â'r gymuned a darparu adnoddau addysgiadol wedi bod wrth wraidd y Ganolfan erioed, sydd â hanes hir o weithgareddau allgymorth gyda chymunedau ac ysgolion. Trwy gydol y flwyddyn, mae'r Ganolfan yn cynnal amrediad eang o weithdai hygyrch ac ysgogol a sgyrsiau agored i'r cyhoedd. Mae'r rhain yn cynnwys digwyddiadau ailadroddus megis y Caffi Atgyweirio a'r caffi fegan unnos, a digwyddiadau gyda'r hwyr wedi'u trefnu gan grwpiau lleol.

CANOLFAN YR AMGYLCHEDD: YN DATHLU 25 MLYNEDD

Ffair Werdd y Ganolfan

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Marina MarketMeet: Second Sunday of each month, 10am–3pm, Dylan Thomas Square, Swansea Contact: [email protected]

Mumbles MarketMeet: Second Saturday of each month, 9am–1pm, Dairy Car Park, Oystermouth Square, Mumbles Contact: [email protected]

Penclawdd Local Produce and Craft MarketMeet: Third Saturday of each month, 9.30am–12.30pm, Penclawdd Community Centre, Penclawdd, Gower Contact: Dave Williams, 01792 850162

Pennard Produce MarketMeet: Second Sunday of each month, 9.30am–12.30pm, Pennard Community Hall, Pennard, Gower Contact: Stephen Bull, 07470 127550

Pontarddulais Local Produce MarketMeet: Second Wednesday of each month, 9.30am–12.30pm, The Institute, St Teilo's Street, Pontarddulais Contact: Gail John, 01792 885890

Sketty Community Market Meet: First Saturday of each month (except January and August), 9.30am–12.30pm, St.Paul's Parish Centre, De la Beche Road, Sketty, Swansea Contact: [email protected]

Uplands MarketMeet: Last Saturday of each month (except December when first and third Saturdays), 9am–1pm, Gwydr Square, Uplands, Swansea Contact: [email protected]

LOCAL PRODUCE MARKETSHere are the basic details and contact information for several regular local markets in Swansea. Please note that a market date is occasionally moved from its regular slot.

Clydach Repair CafeMeet: Usually second Saturday of each month, 10am–12noon, Clydach Community Hall, Vardre Road, Clydach SA6 5LP Contact: Pam Cram, 01792 845942

Swansea Central Repair CafeMeet: Usually third Saturday of each month, 10.30am–1.30pm, The Environment Centre, Pier Street, Swansea SA1 1RY Contact: Trefor Davies, 07963 250105

REPAIR CAFESRepair cafes are monthly pop-up events where volunteers fix household items for free in order to reduce waste, teach skills and bring the community together.

Here are the basic details for two repair cafes that take place in Swansea. Please note that the dates, times and venues may change during the course of the year. To find out more about repair cafes across Wales, or to enquire about volunteering or setting-up a new repair café, get in touch with Repair Cafe Wales on 07967 320079 or at [email protected], or visit their website: repaircafewales.org

Repair Café WalesUplands Market

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Caffi Atgyweirio CymruMarchnad Uplands

MARCHNADOEDD CYNNYRCH LLEOLDyma fanylion sylfaenol a gwybodaeth gyswllt ar gyfer nifer o'r marchnadoedd lleol rheolaidd yn Abertawe. Sylwer y caiff dyddiad marchnad ei newid o bryd i'w gilydd o'i ddiwrnod arferol.

Marchnad y Marina Cyfarfod: Ail ddydd Sul bob mis, 10am–3pm, Sgwâr Dylan Thomas, Abertawe Cyswllt: [email protected]

Marchnad y Mwmbwls Cyfarfod: Ail ddydd Sadwrn bob mis, 9am–1pm, Maes Parcio'r Llaethdy, Sgwâr Ystumllwynarth, y Mwmbwls Cyswllt: [email protected]

Marchnad Cynnyrch Lleol a Chrefftau Penclawdd Cyfarfod: Trydydd Sadwrn bob mis, 9.30am–12.30pm, Neuadd Gymunedol Penclawdd, Penclawdd, GwyrCyswllt: Dave Williams, 01792 850162

Marchnad Cynnyrch PennardCyfarfod: Ail ddydd Sul bob mis, 9.30am–12.30pm, Neuadd Gymunedol Pennard, Pennard, GwyrCyswllt: Stephen Bull, 07470 127550

Marchnad Cynnyrch Lleol PontarddulaisCyfarfod: Ail ddydd Sul bob mis,9.30am–12.30pm, y Sefydliad, Stryd Teilo Sant, PontarddulaisCyswllt: Gail John, 01792 885890

Marchnad Gymunedol SgetiCyfarfod: Sadwrn cyntaf bob mis,9.30am–12.30pm, Canolfan Blwyf Sant Paul, Heol De-La-Beche, Sgeti, AbertaweCyswllt: [email protected]

Marchnad UplandsCyfarfod: Sadwrn olaf bob mis, 9am–1pm, (heblaw am y Sadwrn cyntaf a'r trydydd ym mis Rhagfyr) Sgwâr Gwydr, Uplands, AbertaweCyswllt: [email protected]

Caffi Atgyweirio ClydachCyfarfod: Fel arfer ail Sadwrn bob mis, 10am-12ganol dydd, Neuadd Gymunedol Clydach, Heol Fardre, Clydach SA6 5LPCyswllt: Pam Cram, 01792 845942

Caffi Atgyweirio Canol AbertaweCyfarfod: Fel arfer trydydd Sadwrn bob mis, 10.30am-1.30pm, Canolfan yr Amgylchedd, Stryd y Pier, Abertawe SA1 1RYCyswllt: Trefor Davies, 07963 250105

CAFFI ATGYWEIRIOMae'r Caffis Atgyweirio yn ddigwyddiadau misol lle mae gwirfoddolwyr yn trwsio eitemau cartref am ddim er mwyn lleihau gwastraff, addysgu sgiliau ac yn dwyn y gymuned ynghyd.

Dyma fanylion ar gyfer dau gaffi atgyweirio sy'n cael eu cynnal yn Abertawe. Sylwer y gall y dyddiadau, amserau a lleoliadau newid yn ystod y flwyddyn. I wybod mwy am gaffis atgyweirio ar draws Cymru, neu i holi ynghylch gwirfoddoli neu i sefydlu caffi atgyweirio newydd, cysylltwch â Caffi Atgyweitio Cymru ar 07967 320079 neu [email protected], neu ewch i'r wefan: repaircafewales.org

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Wed 1st April (and every Wednesday) BikeAbility Wales Companion RideMeet: 10am–12noon, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: Want to ride in a group for fun and friendship? Join our easy adult-supported cycle rides, all abilities welcome. £3 per person.

Wed 1st April (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenMeet: 10am–12noon, next to Clydach Community Hall, Vardre Road, ClydachContact: Neil Barry, [email protected]: Join fellow volunteers to carry out a range of seasonal garden tasks and learn new skills in the company of others with shared interests. Emphasis on environmentally friendly food growing, with accessible paths, raised beds, and a polytunnel for activities on wet days.

Wed 1st April Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanMeet: 1pm, boardwalk behind the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay Campus, Fabian WayContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Help clear litter along the beach of Crymlyn Burrows SSSI, from the University to River Neath. All welcome, bags and equipment provided.

Thu 2nd April Welsh Red Kite TalkMeet: 7.30–9.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, Swansea SA1 1RYContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: An RSPB talk by Alan Oliver. Open to members and public. Entry £2 includes tea, coffee and biscuits.

Sat 4th to Sun 19th April Easter Holiday Fun at WWTMeet: 9.30am–5pm, WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHContact: WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, 01554 741087Details: Easter Duck Quest with yummy prizes, den building, minibeast hunts, pond dipping and flamingo talks. All included in admission.

Sat 4th April Red Kite Feeding StationMeet: 10am–12noon, RSPB Cwm Clydach Reserve car park, Craig Cefn ParcContact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, 07498 577495Details: A trip to see and learn all about the amazing Red Kite. Open to children aged 8–18yrs. Non-members welcome but please call first.

Sat 4th April Clydach Community GardenRepeat event. See details for Wed 1st April.

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Crymlyn Burrows Beach Clean

Until Mon 13th April Spring Clean CymruA nationwide campaign encouraging people across Wales to get together to help clean up our beautiful country. Part of the Great British Spring Clean, Keep Wales Tidy wants to inspire the people of Wales to get outdoors, to be active and to be proud of where they live. Host a clean-up event in your area or join an event already organised to collect and safely dispose of single-use plastic and other waste from our streets, parks and beaches, recycling as much as possible.

For more information on events near you visit www.keepwalestidy.cymru/event/spring-clean-cymru-2020

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EBRILL

Sgwrs am Farcutiaid Cymru

Mercher 1 Ebrill Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrymlynCyfarfod: 1pm, y llwybr estyllod y tu ôl i'r Neuadd Fawr, Campws y Bae Prifysgol Abertawe, Ffordd FabianCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Helpwch i glirio sbwriel ar hyd draeth SoDdGA Twyni Crymlyn, o'r brifysgol i afon Nedd. Croeso i bawb. Darperir bagiau ac offer.

Dydd Iau 2 Ebrill Sgwrs am Farcutiaid CymruCyfarfod: 7.30–9.30pm, Canolfan yr Amgylchedd, Stryd y Pier, Abertawe SA1 1RYCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Sgwrs yr RSPB gan Alan Oliver. Yn agored i aelodau a'r cyhoedd. Mynediad am £2 yn cynnwys te, coffi a bisgedi.

Sadwrn 4 i Sul 19 Ebrill Hwyl Gwyliau'r Pasg yng Nghanolfan y GwlyptirCyfarfod: 9.30am–5pm, Canolfan Ymddiriedolaethy Gwlyptir Llanelli, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHCyswllt: Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, 01554 741087Manylion: Cwest Hwyaid y Pasg gyda gwobrau blasus, adeiladu ffeuau, chwilio am fân-filod, chwilio mewn pyllau a sgyrsiau am fflamingos. Oll yn y pris mynediad.

Sadwrn 4 Ebrill Gorsaf Fwydo'r BarcutiaidCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, maes parcio Gwarchodfa Cwm Clydach RSPB, Craig-cefn-parcCyswllt: Ben Bonham, Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach, 07498 577495Manylion: Taith i weld a dysgu am y barcutiaid anhygoel. I blant 8-18 oed. Mae croeso i rai nad ydynt yn aelodau ond ffoniwch yn gyntaf.

Sadwrn 4 Ebrill Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Mercher 1 Ebrill (a phob bore Mercher) Taith Beicio Cydymaith BikeAbility CymruCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145Manylion: Am feicio mewn grwp am hwyl neu gyfeillgarwch? Ymunwch â'n teithiau beicio hawdd gyda chymorth oedolion. Croesewir pob gallu. £3 y person.

Dydd Mercher 1 Ebrill (a phob dydd Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, nesaf at Neuadd Gymunedol Clydach, Heol Fardre, ClydachCyswllt: Neil Barry, [email protected]: Ymunwch â gwirfoddolwyr eraill wrth gyflawni amrywiaeth o dasgau garddio tymhorol a dysgu sgiliau newydd yng nghwmni pobl â'r un diddordebau. Rhoddir pwyslais ar dyfu bwyd mewn modd sy'n llesol i'r amgylchedd, gyda llwybrau hygyrch, gwelyau wedi'u codi, a thwnelau polythen ar gyfer gweithgareddau diwrnodau glawog.

Tan ddydd Llun 13 Ebrill Gwanwyn Glân CymruYmgyrch genedlaethol i annog pobl ar draws Cymru i ddod ynghyd i helpu i lanhau ein gwlad hardd. Fel rhan o Wanwyn Glân Cymru mae Cadwch Gymru'n Daclus am ysbrydoli trigolion Cymru i fynd allan i'r awyr agored, bod yn actif ac yn falch o'u hardal leol. Ewch ati i gynnal digwyddiad clirio yn eich ardal neu ymuno ag un sydd eisoes wedi’i drefnu er mwyn casglu plastig unwaith eu defnydd a gwastraff arall o’n strydoedd, parciau a thraethau a’u gwaredu’n ddiogel, gan ailgylchu gymaint â phosib.

Am fwy o wybodaeth am ddigwyddiadau gerllaw ewch i www.keepwalestidy.cymru/Event/gwanwyn-gln-cymru-2020

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Sat 4th April Babell Graveyard Community DaysMeet: 10am–12noon, Babell Graveyard, Middle Road entrance, Cwmbwrla, Swansea SA5 8HEContact: Jo Mullett, Knotweed Control, 07790 505232Details: Help us tidy up and look after this much-neglected graveyard to create a green space for people and nature. Wear old clothes and sensible shoes. Tools and gloves provided. Plenty of volunteering opportunities, physical and non-physical, so please get in touch.

Sat 4th April Swansea Valley Bike RideMeet: 10am, Sail Bridge (Sainsbury's side), Swansea MarinaContact: Brian, Swansea Outdoor Group, 07443 645018Details: Join members of the Swansea Outdoor Group on this trip up the picturesque Swansea Valley to Ystalafera. It is mainly on cycle paths with very little incline, suitable for experienced riders and those who haven’t done much cycling. Please wear a bike helmet.

Sat 4th April Recording Graveyard Memorials TrainingMeet: 10am–4pm, Gorse Mission, Carmarthen Road, Cwmbwrla, Swansea SA5 8LPContact: Jo Mullett, Knotweed Control, 07790 505232Details: Free training session with Glamorgan Gwent Archaeological Trust (GGAT). Part of Caring for Gods Acre Beautiful Burial Grounds Heritage Lottery Fund project.

Sun 5th April Walk with a WardenMeet: 11am–1pm, WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHContact: WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, 01554 741087Details: Join the friendly experts for a gentle guided walk through the very heart of the wetlands. Included in admission.

Sun 5th April Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionMeet: 11am–1pm, Rosehill Quarry Community Park, Terrace Road, Swansea, SA1 6HUContact: James Butler, 07512 806969Details: Regular volunteer session: litter pick, maintenance and other general tasks. Come and explore a hidden gem close to Swansea city centre. Tea and coffee provided if weather suitable.

Tue 7th April Dawn Chorus Walk at Swansea UniversityMeet: 6am, front of Fulton House, Swansea University Singleton Campus, Mumbles RoadContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join the University’s Biodiversity Officeron a free early morning one-hour walk around campus to listen to the sounds of spring. All welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tue 7th April Easter Fun Day at St MadocMeet: 10.30am–1pm, St Madoc Centre, Llanmadoc, Swansea, SA3 1DEContact: Jan, St Madoc Centre, 01792 386291Details: Hunt for Easter eggs, roast marshmallows, feed spring lambs and get creative indoors. £3 per child (includes Easter egg and squash). Hot drinks available to buy. Please ring to book.

Tue 7th April Tots on TyresMeet: 11.30am–12.30pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: Join us for fun and games with bikes. Start them young and have some fun with scooters, balance bikes, trikes and many other types of bikes. £6 per child. Booking essential.

Tue 7th April Cycle SkillsMeet: 2–3pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: Cycling games, basic cycle maintenance and cycling skills training in preparation for National Standards Level 1. £10 per child. Booking essential.

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Plantos ar Deiars

Sadwrn 4 Ebrill Diwrnodau'r Gymuned Mynwent BabellCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, Mynwent Babell, mynedfa Heol Ganol, Cwmbwrla, Abertawe SA5 8HECyswllt: Jo Mullett, Rheoli Canclwm, 07790 505232 Manylion: Helpwch ni i glirio a gofalu am y fynwent a fawr esgeuluswyd hon er mwyn creu llecyn gwyrdd i bobl a natur. Gwisgwch hen ddillad ac esgidiau synhwyrol. Darperir offer a menig. Mae digon o gyfleoedd gwirfoddoli, corfforol ac heb fod yn gorfforol, felly cysylltwch.

Sadwrn 4 Ebrill Taith Feicio Cwm TaweCyfarfod: 10am, Hwylbont (ochr Sainsbury), Marina AbertaweCyswllt: Brian, Grwp Awyr Agored, 07443 645018Manylion: Ymunwch ag aelodau Grwp Awyr Agored Abertawe ar y daith hon i fyny Cwm prydferth Abertawe hyd Ystalyfera. Mae'n bennaf ar lwybrau beicio heb lawer o oleddf, ac yn addas ar gyfer beicwyr profiadol a phobl sydd heb feicio llawer. Gwisgwch helmed feicio.

Sadwrn 4 Ebrill Hyfforddiant Cofnodi Cofebion MynwentyddCyfarfod: 10am–4pm, Gorse Mission, Heol Caerfyrddin, Cwmbwrla, Abertawe SA5 8HQCyswllt: Jo Mullett, Rheoli Canclwm, 07790 505232 Manylion: Sesiwn hyfforddi am ddim gydag Ymddiriedolaeth Archaeolegwyr Morgannwg Gwent (GGAT). Rhan o brosiect Caring for Gods Acre Beautiful Burial Grounds Cronfa Dreftadaeth y Loteri.

Sul 5 Ebrill Taith gyda WardenCyfarfod: 11am–1pm, Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHCyswllt: Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, 01554 741087Manylion: Ymunwch â'r arbenigwyr cyfeillgar am daith gerdded hawdd trwy ganol y gwlyptir. Yn rhan o'r pris mynediad.

Sul 5 Ebrill Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillCyfarfod: 11am–1pm, Parc Cymunedol Chwarel Rosehill, Heol y Teras, Abertawe, SA1 6HUCyswllt: James Butler, 07512 806969Manylion: Sesiwn gwirfoddolwyr rheolaidd: codi sbwriel, cynnal a chadw a thasgau cyffredinol eraill. Dewch i archwilio trysor cudd ger canol dinas Abertawe. Darperir te a choffi os yw'r tywydd yn addas.

Mawrth 7 Ebrill Taith Gerdded Côr y Bore Bach ym Mhrifysgol AbertaweCyfarfod: 6am, o flaen Ty Fulton, Campws Singleton Prifysgol Abertawe, Heol y Mwmbwls, AbertaweCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch â Swyddog Bioamrywiaeth y Brifysgol am awr ar daith gerdded am ddim o amgylch y campws yn gwrando ar synau'r gwanwyn. Croeso i bawb. Rhaid i blant fod gydag oedolyn.

Mawrth 7 EbrillDiwrnod Hwyl y Pasg ym Madog SantCyfarfod: 10.30am–1pm, Canolfan Madog Sant, Llanmadog, Abertawe, SA3 1DECyswllt: Jan, Canolfan Madog Sant, 01792 386291Manylion: Chwiliwch am wyau Pasg, rhostio malws melys, bwydo wyn y gwanwyn a bod yn greadigol dan do. £3 y plentyn (gan gynnwys wy pasg a diod ffrwythau). Gellir prynu diodydd poeth. Ffoniwch i gadw lle.

Mawrth 7 Ebrill Plantos ar DeiarsCyfarfod: 11.30am–12.30pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145Manylion: Ymunwch â ni am hwyl a gemau gyda beiciau. Gwell dechrau o oed ifanc a chael hwyl gyda sgwteri, beiciau cydbwysedd, treiciau a sawl math arall o feiciau. £6 y plentyn. Rhaid cadw lle.

Mawrth 7 Ebrill Sgiliau BeicioCyfarfod: 2–3pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145Manylion: Gemau beicio, cynnal a chadw sylfaenol beiciau a hyfforddiant sgiliau beicio wrth baratoi at gyfer Lefel 1 y Safonau Cenedlaethol. £10 y plentyn. Rhaid cadw lle.

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Wed 8th April Dawn Chorus Walk at Crymlyn BurrowsMeet: 6am, boardwalk behind the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay CampusContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join the University’s Biodiversity Officer on an early morning one-hour walk around the Crymlyn Burrows SSSI to listen to the sounds of spring. All welcome. Free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wed 8th April Forest Garden DayMeet: 10am–3.30pm, Coeden Fach Tree Nursery, Brandy Cove Road, Bishopston SA3 3DTContact: Witchhazel Wildwood, SCGN, [email protected]: An introduction to the principles of setting up a forest garden at a beautiful mature site. Plants available to buy on the day. Free training day but pre-booking essential.

Wed 8th April Wildlife Walk at RhossiliMeet: 10am–12noon, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Walk around Rhossili with an NT Ranger to discover wildlife highlights. Free event.

Wed 8th to Tue 14th April Cadbury Egg Hunt Meet: 11am–3pm, NT van, car park, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390707Details: Follow our family trail to discover the hidden treasures at Rhossili, and earn a chocolate prize. £2.50 per entry.

Wed 8th April Introduction to PermacultureMeet: 7pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaContact: Elaine David, Swansea Organic Gardening Group, 01792 863678Details: A talk on permaculture principles and practice from Maggie Carr. Non-members £2.

Thu 9th April Chasing the Tide WalkMeet: 1pm, boardwalk behind the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay Campus, Fabian WayContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join the warden on the lowest tide of the year on a one-hour walk to the low tide mark at Crymlyn Burrows, looking for beach wildlife and to see the city from a different perspective. Paddling involved, wellies or sandals essential – no bare feet! All welcome. Free but parking charges may apply (good bus and bike links).

Sat 11th to Mon 13th April Golden Easter Egg HuntMeet: 10am–4pm, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: The hunt for the Golden Easter Egg in Penllergare Valley Woods starts at the coffee shop. £2 per child with a prize for each child who enters.

Sat 11th April Easter FayreMeet: 11am–3pm, RSPCA Llys Nini Animal Centre, Penllergaer, SA4 9WBContact: Debbie or Nicky, 01792 892293Details: Head for the marquee to enjoy some seasonal fun. Free entry to fayre but parking charge applies. Also, Easter Egg Hunt in the woodlands with the Easter Bunny, 11am–1pm. £4 per child and must book on line via www.rspca-llysnini.org.uk

Sat 11th April Walk the WormMeet: 11.45am–4.45pm, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Walk with the rangers to discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island at the far end of Rhossili. Free event but booking essential as spaces are limited.

Tue 14th April Woodland Litter PickMeet: 10am–12noon, car park, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSContact: Alison Sola, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Join the litter picks in the beautiful Penllergare Valley Woods. No need to book a place. Equipment provided.

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Mercher 8 Ebrill Taith Gerdded Côr y Bore Bach yn Nhwyni CrymlynCyfarfod: 6am, y llwybr estyllod y tu ôl i'r Neuadd Fawr, Campws y Bae Prifysgol Abertawe Cyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch â Swyddog Bioamrywiaeth y Brifysgol am awr ar daith gerdded o amgylch SoDdGA Twyni Crymlyn yn gwrando ar synau'r gwanwyn. Croeso i bawb. Am ddim. Rhaid i blant fod gydag oedolyn.

Mercher 8 Ebrill Diwrnod Gardd y GoedwigCyfarfod: 10am–3.30pm, Meithrinfa Coeden Fach, Heol Brandy Cove, Llandeilo Ferwallt SA3 3DTCyswllt: Witchhazel Wildwood, Rhwydwaith Tyfu Cymunedol Abertawe, [email protected]: Cyflwyniad i egwyddorion sefydlu gardd goedwig ar safle aeddfed hardd. Bydd planhigion ar gael i'w prynu. Diwrnod hyfforddi am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle.

Mercher 8 EbrillTaith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, ger Siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Mwynhewch daith gerdded o amgylch Rhosili, yn darganfod goreuon bywyd gwyllt bob tymor, wedi'i thywys gan Geidwad yr YG. Digwyddiad am ddim.

Mercher 8 - Mawrth 14 Ebrill Helfa Wyau Cadbury yn RhosiliCyfarfod: 11am–3pm, fan yr YG, maes parcio, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390707Manylion: Dilynwch ein llwybr i deuluoedd i ddarganfod trysorau cudd Rhosili, ac ennill gwobr siocled. Mynediad £2.50.

Mercher 8 Ebrill Cyflwyniad i BaramaethuCyfarfod: 7pm, Canolfan yr Amgylchedd, Stryd y Pier, AbertaweCyswllt: Elaine David, Grwp Garddio Organig Abertawe, 01792 863678Manylion: Sgwrs am egwyddorion ac arferion paramaethu gan Maggie Carr. £2 os nad ydych yn aelod.

Iau 9 Ebrill Taith Gerdded Cwrso'r LlanwCyfarfod: 1pm, y llwybr estyllod y tu ôl i'r Neuadd Fawr, Campws y Bae Prifysgol Abertawe, Ffordd FabianCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch â'r warden pan fydd y llanw ar ei drai pellaf eleni am awr o daith gerdded i'r marc trai yn Nhwyni Crymlyn, yn edrych am fywyd gwyllt y traeth ac i weld y ddinas o ongl wahanol. Byddwch yn padlo felly bydd angen esgidiau glaw neu sandalau arnoch – peidiwch â dod yn droednoeth! Croeso i bawb. Am ddim ond gall fod tâl am barcio (mae cysylltiadau bws a beicio da ar gael).

Sadwrn 11 i Llun 13 Ebrill Helfa Wyau Pasg AurCyfarfod: 10am–4pm, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Bydd yr helfa am wy pasg aur yng Nghoed Cwm Penllergaer yn dechrau yn y siop goffi. £2 y plentyn gyda gwobr i bob plentyn sy'n cymryd rhan.

Sadwrn 11 Ebrill Ffair y Pasg a Helfa WyauCyfarfod: 11am–3pm, Canolfan Anifeiliaid Llys Nini yr RSPB, Penllergaer, SA4 9WBCyswllt: Debbie neu Nicky, 01792 892293Manylion: Ewch i'r babell i fwynhau hwyl tymhorol. Mynediad am ddim i'r ffair ond codir tâl am barcio. Hefyd, Helfa Wyau'r Pasg yn y coetir gyda Bwni'r Pasg, 11am-1pm. £4 y plentyn a rhaid cadw lle ar-lein yn www.rspca-llysnini.org.uk

Sadwrn 11 Ebrill Cerdded Pen PyrodCyfarfod: 11.45am–4.45pm, ger siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Taith gerdded gyda cheidwaid i ddarganfod rhyfeddodau Pen Pyrod, yr ynys llanw ar ben pellaf Rhosili. Digwyddiad am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle am fod lleoedd yn brin.

Mawrth 14 Ebrill Casglu Sbwriel yn y CoetirCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, maes parcio, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Alison Sola, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Ymunwch wrth godi sbwriel yng Nghoed hardd Cwm Penllergaer. Nid oes angen cadw lle. Darperir offer.

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Tue 14th April Tots on Tyres / Cycle SkillsRepeat events. See details for Tue 7th April.

Tue 14th April Wildflowers of GowerMeet: 7.30–9pm, Biosciences Building, Swansea University Singleton CampusContact: Martin Jones, Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, 01792 830070Details: A talk by Barry Stewart which will be followed up with a field trip near Pennard on 20th June.

Wed 15th April Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 1Meet: 1–3pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: National Standards Road Safety Level 1 for children aged 8yrs upwards. Training takes place in a traffic-free environment at our venue. Trainees must be able to ride a bike and must pass Level 1 before they can do Level 2. £20 per child. Booking essential.

Thu 16th April Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 2Meet: 10am–3pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: National Standards Road Safety Level 2 for ages 10yrs upwards. Training takes place on quieter residential roads. Trainees must have passed Level 1 training first. £30 per child. Booking essential.

Sun 19th April Pennard / Three Cliffs WalkMeet: 9.30am, National Trust car park, Southgate, Swansea SA3 2DHContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: A morning birdwatching walk with RSPB West Glamorgan Local Group. Weatherproof clothing and boots may be necessary. No dogs please.

Sun 19th April Woodland Spring WalkMeet: 10am–12noon, Gower Inn car park, Parkmill, GowerContact: Dawn Thomas, Gower Society Youth, 01792 392919Details: Join the Gower Society Outdoor Ed group for a spring woodland walk. Explore the spring plants, river dip for fish and animals, and play games in the woods. Suitable for families.

Tue 21st April Forest School SeedlingsMeet: 10am–12noon, woodlands in GowerContact: Forest School SNPT, 01792 367118Details: Weekly 2hr activity sessions for parents and pre-schoolers in woodland settings with mud pies, popcorn on the fire, stories and puppets. £60 per half-term (6 sessions). Booking essential.

Wed 22nd April Forest School SeedlingsRepeat event. See details for Tue 21st April.

Wed 22nd April Introduction to Permaculture DayMeet: 10am–3.30pm, Gaia’s Garden, Mynydd Bach Y Glo, Waunarlwydd SA5 4NBContact: Witchhazel Wildwood, Swansea Community Growing Network, [email protected]: An introduction to the principles of permaculture in a lovely garden developed using permaculture. Free training day but pre-booking essential.

Fri 24th April Forest School SeedlingsMeet: 1.30–3.30pm, woodlands in SwanseaContact: Forest School SNPT, 01792 367118Details: Weekly 2hr activity sessions for parents and pre-schoolers in woodland settings with mud pies, popcorn on the fire, stories and puppets. £60 per half-term (6 sessions). Booking essential.

Sat 25th April A Spring Walk in the WoodsMeet: 10–11.30am, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Guided walk through Bishop’s Wood listening for woodpeckers and cuckoos and seeing the glorious display of spring flowers.

Thu 30th April Bat Walk at Swansea UniversityMeet: 8.30pm, front of Fulton House, Swansea University Singleton Campus, Mumbles RoadContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join experts on a free, after-hours exploration of the beautiful campus with bat detectors. About 1.5hrs. All welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Mawrth 14 Ebrill Plantos ar Deiars/Sgiliau BeicioAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 7 Ebrill.

Mawrth 14 Ebrill Blodau Gwyllt GŵyrCyfarfod: 7.30–9pm, Adeilad y Biowyddorau, Campws Singleton Prifysgol AbertaweCyswllt: Martin Jones, Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De a Gorllewin Cymru, 01792 830070Manylion: Sgwrs gan Barry Stewart ac yna daith maes ger Pennard ar 20 Mehefin.

Mercher 15 EbrillHyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 1Cyfarfod: 1–3pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145Manylion: Lefel 1 y Safonau Diogelwch Ffyrdd Cenedlaethol i blant 8 oed ac yn hyn. Cynhelir yr hyfforddiant mewn ardal heb draffig yn ein lleoliad. Rhaid i'r hyfforddeion allu reidio beic a phasio Lefel 1 cyn mynd ymlaen i Lefel 2. £20 y plentyn. Rhaid cadw lle.

Iau 16 EbrillHyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 2Cyfarfod: 10am–3pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145Manylion: Lefel 2 y Safonau Diogelwch Ffyrdd Cenedlaethol i blant 10 oed ac yn hyn. Cynhelir yr hyfforddiant ar ffyrdd preswyl tawelach. Rhaid i'r hyfforddeion fod wedi pasio hyfforddiant Lefel 1 gyntaf. £30 y plentyn. Rhaid cadw lle.

Sul 19 Ebrill Taith Gerdded Pennard / Tri ChlogwynCyfarfod: 9.30am, maes parcio'r Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, Southgate, SA23 2DHCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Taith gerdded yn y bore i wylio adar gyda Grwp RSPB Gorllewin Morgannwg. Mae'n bosib bydd angen dillad diddos a bwts. Dim cwn os gwelwch yn dda.

Sul 19 Ebrill Taith Gerdded y Coetir yn y GwanwynCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, maes parcio Gower Inn, Parkmill, GwyrCyswllt: Dawn Thomas, Ieuenctid Cymdeithas Gwyr, 01792 392919Manylion: Ymunwch â grwp Addysg Awyr Agored Gwyr am daith gerdded y coetir yn y gwanwyn. Archwiliwch blanhigion y gwanwyn, chwilota yn yr afon am bysgod ac anifeiliaid, a chwarae gemau yn y coed. Addas i deuluoedd.

Mawrth 21 Ebrill Seedlings yr Ysgol GoedwigCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, coetir ar benrhyn GwyrCyswllt: Ysgol Goedwig ACNPT, 01792 367118Manylion: Sesiynau gweithgaredd 2 awr wythnosoli rieni a phlant bach mewn coetir yn chwarae â mwd, popcorn ar y tân, adrodd straeon a chreu pypedau. £60 fesul hanner tymor (6 sesiwn). Rhaid cadw lle.

Mercher 22 Ebrill Seedlings yr Ysgol GoedwigAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 21 Ebrill.

Mercher 22 Ebrill Cyflwyniad i Ddiwrnod ParamaethuCyfarfod: 10am–3.30pm, Gardd Gaia, Mynydd Bach y Glo, Waunarlwydd SA5 4NBCONTACT Witchhazel Wildwood, Rhwydwaith Tyfu Cymunedol Abertawe, [email protected]: Cyflwyniad i egwyddorion paramaethu mewn gardd hyfryd a ddatblygwyd gan ddefnyddio paramaethu. Diwrnod hyfforddi am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle.

Gwener 24 Ebrill Seedlings yr Ysgol GoedwigCyfarfod: 1.30–3.30pm, coetiroedd yn AbertaweCyswllt: Ysgol Goedwig ACNPT, 01792 367118Manylion: Sesiynau gweithgaredd 2 awr wythnosol i rieni a phlant bach mewn coetir yn chwarae â mwd, popcorn ar y tân, adrodd straeon a chreu pypedau. £60 fesul hanner tymor (6 sesiwn). Rhaid cadw lle.

Sadwrn 25 Ebrill Taith Gerdded y Gwanwyn yn y CoedCyfarfod: 10–11.30am, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Taith gerdded wedi'i thywys drwy Goed yr Esgob yn gwrando am gnocell y coed, y gwcw a gweld arddangosfa wych o flodau'r gwanwyn.

Iau 30 Ebrill Taith Ystlumod ym Mhrifysgol AbertaweCyfarfod: 8.30pm, o flaen Ty Fulton, Campws Singleton Prifysgol Abertawe, Heol y MwmbwlsCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch ag arbenigwyr am ddim i archwilio'r campws hardd â synwyryddion ystlumod gyda'r hwyr. Oddeutu 1.5 awr. Croeso i bawb. Rhaid i blant fod gydag oedolyn.

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MAYSat 2nd May Exploring Clyne GardensMeet: 10am–12noon, Woodman pub car park, 120 Mumbles Road SA3 5ASContact: Peter Hatherley, Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, 01656 662196Details: Teifion Davies, with his long experience of working in the Gardens, will show us some of the wildlife and special species to be found there. Parking charge may apply.

Sat 2nd May Babell Graveyard Community DaysMeet: 10am–12noon, Babell Graveyard, Middle Road entrance, Cwmbwrla, Swansea SA5 8HEContact: Jo Mullett, Knotweed Control, 07790 505232Details: Help us tidy up and look after this much-neglected graveyard to create a green space for people and nature. Wear old clothes and sensible shoes. Tools and gloves provided. Plenty of volunteering opportunities, physical and non-physical, so please get in touch.

Sat 2nd and Sun 3rd May Cheese & Cider FestivalMeet: 10am–late, Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill, GowerContact: Gower Heritage Centre, 01792 371206Details: Traditional cider-making demonstrations on our press, along with crafts and local ciders and Welsh Cheese producers. Standard entry fee applies.

Sat 2nd May Clydach Community GardenMeet: 10am–12noon, next to Clydach Community Hall, Vardre Road, ClydachContact: Neil Barry, [email protected]: Join fellow volunteers to carry out a range of seasonal garden tasks and learn new skills in the company of others with shared interests. Emphasis on environmentally friendly food growing, with accessible paths, raised beds, and a polytunnel for activities on wet days.

Sun 3rd May Dawn Chorus in Bishopston ValleyMeet: 5.10–8.10am, NT car park, Southgate, Pennard, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Join National Trust rangers to celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day. Free event but booking essential as spaces are limited.

Sun 3rd May Walk with a WardenRepeat event. See details for Sun 5th April.

Sun 3rd May Dawn Chorus Walk at WWTMeet: 6–8am, WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHContact: WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, 01554 741087Details: Immerse yourself in the wonderful soundscape of the wetlands waking up, learn all about the birdsong you hear, and enjoy a delicious cooked breakfast. £12 per person. Booking essential.

Sun 3rd May Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionMeet: 11am–1pm, Rosehill Quarry Community Park, Terrace Road, Swansea, SA1 6HUContact: James Butler, 07512 806969Details: Regular volunteer session: litter pick, maintenance and other general tasks. Come and explore a hidden gem close to Swansea city centre. Tea and coffee provided if weather suitable.

Wed 6th May (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenRepeat events. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Wed 6th May (and every Wednesday) BikeAbility Wales Companion RideRepeat events. See details for Wed 1st April.

Clydach Community Garden

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Sadwrn 2 Mai Archwilio Gerddi ClunCyfarfod: 10am–12 ganol dydd, maes parcio tafarn y Woodman, 120 Heol y Mwmbwls SA3 5ASCyswllt: Peter Hatherley, Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De & Gorllewin Cymru, 01656 662196Manylion: Bydd Teifion Davies, gyda'i brofiad helaeth o weithio yn y Gerddi, yn dangos rhai o'r bywyd gwyllt a rhywogaethau arbennig sydd i'w cael yma. Mae'n bosib y codir tâl am barcio.

Sadwrn 2 Mai Diwrnod y Gymuned Mynwent BabellCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, Mynwent Babell, mynedfa Heol Ganol, Cwmbwrla, Abertawe SA5 8HECyswllt: Jo Mullett, Rheoli Canclwm, 07790 505232 Manylion: Helpwch ni i glirio a gofalu am y fynwent a fawr esgeuluswyd hon er mwyn creu llecyn gwyrdd i bobl a natur. Gwisgwch hen ddillad ac esgidiau synhwyrol. Darperir offer a menig. Mae digon o gyfleoedd gwirfoddoli, corfforol ac heb fod yn gorfforol, felly cysylltwch.

Sadwrn 2 a Llun 3 Mai Gŵyl Caws a SeidrCyfarfod: 10am–hwyr, Canolfan Treftadaeth Gwyr, Parkmill, GwyrCyswllt: Canolfan Treftadaeth Gwyr, 01792 371206Manylion: Arddangosiadau cynhyrchu seidr traddodiadol ar ein gwasg, ynghyd â chrefftau a seidrau lleol a chynhyrchwyr caws Cymreig. Codir y pris mynediad arferol.

Sadwrn 2 Mai Gardd Gymunedol ClydachCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, nesaf at Neuadd Gymunedol Clydach, Heol Fardre, ClydachCyswllt: Neil Barry, [email protected]: Ymunwch â gwirfoddolwyr eraill wrth gyflawni amrywiaeth o dasgau garddio tymhorol a dysgu sgiliau newydd yng nghwmni pobl â'r un diddordebau. Rhoddir pwyslais ar dyfu bwyd mewn modd sy'n llesol i'r amgylchedd, gyda llwybrau hygyrch, gwelyau wedi'u codi, a thwnelau polythen ar gyfer gweithgareddau diwrnodau glawog.

Sul 3 Mai Côr y Bore Bach yn Nyffryn Llandeilo FerwalltCyfarfod: 5.10–8.10am, maes parcio'r YG, Southgate, Pennard, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Ymunwch â cheidwaid yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol i ddathlu Diwrnod Rhyngwladol Côr y Bore Bach. Digwyddiad am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle am fod lleoedd yn brin.

Sul 3 Mai Taith gyda WardenAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sul 5 Ebrill.

Sul 3 Mai Côr y Bore Bach yn y GwlyptirCyfarfod: 6–8am, Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHCyswllt: Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, 01554 741087Manylion: Dewch i ymdrochi yn y seiniau arbennig wrth i'r gwlyptir ddeffro, dysgu am holl ganu'r adar sydd i'w clywed a mwynhau brecwast llawn blasus. £12 y person. Rhaid cadw lle.

Sul 3 Mai Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillCyfarfod: 11am–1pm, Parc Cymunedol Chwarel Rosehill, Heol y Teras, Abertawe, SA1 6HU Cyswllt: James Butler, 07512 806969Manylion: Sesiwn gwirfoddolwyr rheolaidd: codi sbwriel, cynnal a chadw a thasgau cyffredinol eraill. Dewch i archwilio trysor cudd ger canol dinas Abertawe. Darperir te a choffi os yw'r tywydd yn addas.

Mercher 6 Mai (a phob Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Mercher 6 Medi (a phob dydd Mercher) Taith Beicio Cydymaith BikeAbility CymruAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

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Wed 6th May Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanRepeat event. See details for Wed 1st April.

Sat 9th May Dawn Nature WalkMeet: contact for detailsContact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, 07498 577495Details: Hear the dawn chorus and see the sun rise. Open to children aged 8–18yrs. Non-members welcome but please call first.

Sat 9th May May Day FeteMeet: 2–4pm, Reynoldston Lower Green, Gower SA3 1ABContact: Dawn Thomas, Gower Society Youth, 01792 392919Details: Join the Gower Society Outdoor Ed group for our May Day fete. Maypole dancing, morris dancing, traditional games and races, crowning the May queen. Sample some foraged soup and drinks. Suitable for families.

Wed 13th May Wildlife Walk at RhossiliMeet: 10am–12noon, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Enjoy a walk around Rhossili, discovering each season’s wildlife highlights, led by an NT Ranger. Free event.

Wed 13th May Plant SwapMeet: 7pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaContact: Elaine David, Swansea Organic Gardening Group, 01792 863678Details: An opportunity to find a home for your spare plants and free plants for your garden.

Tue 19th May Invasive Non-native Species Awareness TrainingMeet: 10am–3pm, National Botanic Garden of Wales, Llanarthne, Carmarthenshire SA32 8HNContact: Jo Mullett, Knotweed Control, 07790 505232Details: Learn about the main issues of Invasive non-native species (INNS) in the UK and globally, including ID, control methods, legislation, recording and campaigns. Some prior knowledge of ecology would be useful. Part of Invasive Species Week. £50 per person.

Sat 23rd to Sun 31st May Woodland Trail at Llys NiniMeet: 11am–3pm, RSPCA Llys Nini Animal Centre, Penllergaer, SA4 9WBContact: Debbie or Nicky, 01792 892293Details: Sign in at the marquee and follow the fun trail in the woodlands. £2 per child.

Sun 24th and Mon 25th May Gower Good Food FestivalMeet: 10am–5pm, Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill, GowerContact: Gower Heritage Centre, 01792 371206Details: Showcase of local food producers and cookery demonstrations. Reduced entry fee.

Sun 24th May Walk the WormMeet: 10.30am–3.30pm, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Walk with the rangers to discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island at the far end of Rhossili. Free event but booking essential as spaces are limited.

Maypole Dancing Walk the Worm

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Mercher 6 Mai Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrymlynAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Sadwrn 9 Mai Taith Natur gyda'r WawrCyfarfod: Cysylltwch am fanylionCyswllt: Ben Bonham, Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach, 07498 577495Manylion: Dewch i glywed côr y bore bach a gwylio'r wawr. I blant 8-18 oed. Mae croeso i rai nad ydynt yn aelodau ond ffoniwch yn gyntaf.

Sadwrn 9 Mai Ffair MaiCyfarfod: 2–4pm, Maes Isaf Reynoldston, Gwyr SA3 1ABCyswllt: Dawn Thomas, Ieuenctid Cymdeithas Gwyr, 01792 392919Manylion: Ymunwch â grwp Addysg Awyr Agored Gwyr am Ffair Mai. Dawnsio o amgylch y fedwen haf, dawnsio Morys, gemau a rasys traddodiadol, coroni brenhines Mai. Dewch i samplo cawl a diodydd cynhwysion chwilota. Addas i deuluoedd.

Mercher 13 Mai Taith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, ger Siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol,01792 390636Manylion: Mwynhewch daith gerdded o amgylch Rhosili, yn darganfod goreuon bywyd gwyllt y tymor, wedi'i thywys gan Geidwad yr YG. Digwyddiad am ddim.

Mercher 13 Mai Cyfnewid PlanhigionCyfarfod: 7pm, Canolfan yr Amgylchedd, Stryd y Pier, AbertaweCyswllt: Elaine David, Grwp Garddio Organig Abertawe, 01792 863678Manylion: Cyfle i ganfod cartref ar gyfer eich planhigion sbâr a phlanhigion am ddim ar gyfer eich gardd.

Mawrth 19 Mai Hyfforddiant Ymwybyddiaeth o Rywogaethau Anfrodorol YmledolCyfarfod: 10am–3pm, Gardd Fotaneg Genedlaethol Cymru, Llanarthne, Sir Gâr SA32 8HNCyswllt: Jo Mullett, Rheoli Canclwm, 07790 505232 Manylion: Dysgwch am brif broblemau rhywogaethau anfrodorol ymledol (INNS) y DU ac yn fyd-eang, gan gynnwys adnabod, dulliau rheoli, deddfwriaeth, cofnodi ac ymgyrchoedd. Byddai meddu ar beth gwybodaeth ar ecoleg o fantais. Rhan o Wythnos Rhywogaethau Ymledol. £50 yr un.

Sadwrn 23 - Sul 31 Mai Llwybr Coetir Llys NiniCyfarfod: 11am–3pm, Canolfan Anifeiliaid Llys Nini yr RSPB, Penllergaer, SA4 9WBCyswllt: Debbie neu Nicky, 01792 892293Manylion: Mewngofnodwch yn y babell a dilyn y llwybr hwyl yn y coetir. £2 y plentyn.

Sul 24 a Llun 25 Mai Gŵyl Fwyd Da GŵyrCyfarfod: 10am–5pm, Canolfan Treftadaeth Gwyr, Parkmill, GwyrCyswllt: Canolfan Treftadaeth Gwyr, 01792 371206Manylion: Arddangosfa cynhyrchwyr bwyd lleol ac arddangosiadau coginio. Pris mynediad llai.

Sul 24 Mai Cerdded Pen PyrodCyfarfod: 10.30am–3.30pm, ger siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Taith gerdded gyda cheidwaid i ddarganfod rhyfeddodau Pen Pyrod, yr ynys llanw ar ben pellaf Rhosili. Digwyddiad am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle am fod lleoedd yn brin.

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Tue 26th May Woodland Litter PickMeet: 10am–12noon, car park, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSContact: Alison Sola, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Join the litter picks in the beautiful Penllergare Valley Woods. No need to book a place. Equipment provided.

Tue 26th May Tots on Tyres / Cycle SkillsRepeat events. See details for Tue 7th April.

Wed 27th May Evening Ranger RambleMeet: 6pm, car park, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSContact: David Connick, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Join the Estate Manager for an enjoyable walk and talk around Penllergare Valley Woods and learn about our history, wildlife and ongoing restoration project. Free but donations appreciated. £2 parking. Please wear sturdy shoes. Suitable for ages 8+. Pace is slow but may include some steep paths and steps.

Wed 27th May Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 1Repeat event. See details for Wed 15th April.

Thu 28th May Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 2Repeat event. See details for Thu 16th April.

Sat 30th May Potting Shed SaleMeet: 11am–3pm, Woodlands Centre, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Jennie Eyers, Friends of Penllergare, 01570 422380Details: Everything for the garden – bedding plants, perennials, shrubs, herbs, vegetables, crafts – horticultural heaven in a woodland setting. All proceeds go towards the care of Penllergare Valley Woods.

Sat 30th May to Sun 7th June Gower Walking FestivalThe award-winning Gower Walking Festival returns with a great variety of walks for all. This year’s highlights include walking The Gower Way, the spine of Gower, and more walks around our stunning coastline. Many walks include guides, sharing their knowledge of Gower’s history, geology, and wildlife. Our walks start at £6 per person, and some will welcome dogs on leads.

For more details, go to our website www.gowerwalkingfestival.uk or Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. A great way to enjoy our landscape!

Sat 30th May to Sun 7th June Wales Nature WeekDiscover and Celebrate Welsh Wildlife.Various local events have been organised as part of a Wales-wide celebration of nature with wildlife-inspired activities to enthuse people and engage them in learning about nature and protecting the natural environment on their doorstep.

For more details contact the Council’s Nature Conservation Team on 07967 138016 or visit www.biodiversitywales.org.uk

Penllergare Valley Woods

Wales Nature Week

Cycle Skills

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Mawrth 26 Mai Casglu Sbwriel yn y CoetirCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, maes parcio, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Alison Sola, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Ymunwch wrth godi sbwriel yng Nghoed hardd Cwm Penllergaer. Nid oes angen cadw lle. Darperir offer.

Mawrth 26 Mai Plantos ar Deiars/Sgiliau BeicioAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 7 Ebrill.

Mercher 27 Mai Taith Gerdded Ceidwaid gyda'r HwyrCyfarfod: 6pm, maes parcio, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: David Connick, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Ymunwch â Rheolwr yr Ystad am daith hyfryd a sgwrs o amgylch Coed Cwm Penllergaer gan ddysgu am ein hanes, bywyd gwyllt a'n prosiect adfer parhaus. Am ddim ond gwerthfawrogir cyfraniadau. £2 i barcio. Gwisgwch esgidiau cadarn. Yn addas i oedran 8+. Taith araf yw hi ond gall gynnwys llwybrau a grisiau serth.

Mercher 27 Mai Hyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 1Ail-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 15 Ebrill.

Iau 28 Mai Hyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 2Ail-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Iau 16 Ebrill.

Sadwrn 30 Mai Gwerthiant Sied BotiauCyfarfod: 11am–3pm, Canolfan y Coetir, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer SA4 9GSCyswllt: Jennie Eyers, Cyfeillion Penllergaer, 01570 422380 Manylion: Popeth ar gyfer yr ardd – planhigion gwely, planhigion lluosflwydd, llwyni, perlysiau, llysiau, crefftau – nefoedd garddwriaethol mewn coetir. Bydd yr holl elw yn mynd at ofalu am Goed Cwm Penllergaer.

Sadwrn 30 Mai i Sul 7 Mehefin Gŵyl Gerdded GŵyrMae Gwyl Gerdded arobryn Gwyr yn dychwelyd am amrywiaeth wych o deithiau cerdded i bawb. Mae uchafbwyntiau eleni yn cynnwys cerdded Llwybr Gwyr, asgwrn cefn Gwyr, a mwy o deithiau cerdded o amgylch ein harfordir gwych. Bydd nifer o'r teithiau'n cynnwys tywyswyr, yn rhannu eu gwybodaeth am hanes, geoleg a bywyd gwyllt Gwyr. Mae ein teithiau yn dechrau am £6 y person, a bydd rhai yn croesawu cwn ar denyn.

Am fwy o fanylion, ewch i'n gwefan www.gowerwalkingfestival.uk/cymraeg/ neu Facebook. Twitter ac Instagram. Ffordd wych o fwynhau ein tirwedd hardd!

Gŵyl Gerdded Gŵyr

Sadwrn 30 Mai i Sul 7 Mehefin Wythnos Natur CymruDarganfod a dathlu bywyd gwyllt Cymru.Mae amrywiaeth o ddigwyddiadau lleol wedi cael eu trefnu wrth i Gymru gyfan ddathlu natur gyda gweithgareddau bywyd gwyllt i ddenu pobl a'u cynnwys wrth ddysgu am natur ac amddiffyn yr amgylchedd naturiol sydd ar garreg eu drws.

Am fwy o fanylion cysylltwch â Thîm Cadwraeth Natur y Cyngor ar 07967 138016 neu ewch i www.biodiversitywales.org.uk/cartref

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JUNEMon 1st June Minibeast SafariMeet: 3.45–4.45pm, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Creep through the woods and grasslands with Karen to look for wonderful and varied minibeasts. Part of Wales Nature Week.

Tue 2nd June Aliens? Here in Swansea?Meet: 10am–1pm, Gower Road entrance to Singleton ParkContact: Jo Mullett, Knotweed Control, 07790 505232Details: Come along on this stroll to see how many problematic alien, exotic and invasive non-native species (INNS) you can spot growing in Swansea's Singleton Park and the Botanic Gardens. Part of the Gower Walking Festival and Wales Nature Week.

Tue 2nd and Wed 3rd June Forest School SeedlingsRepeat events. See details for Tue 21st April.

Wed 3rd June (and every Wednesday) BikeAbility Wales Companion RideRepeat events. See details for Wed 1st April.

Wed 3rd June (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenRepeat events. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Wed 3rd June Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanRepeat event. See details for Wed 1st April.

Fri 5th June Forest School SeedlingsRepeat event. See details for Fri 24th April.

Fri 5th June Bat Walk at WWTMeet: 9–10pm, WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHContact: WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, 01554 741087Details: Venture out onto the reserve after sunset and find out more about the curious mammals whizzing through the air above your head. £6.50 per person. Booking essential. Part of Wales Nature Week.

Sat 6th June Make a Basket in a DayMeet: 10am–5pm, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Learn to make a simple willow basket in a day in a beautiful location in the woods. Only eight places available so book early. Not suitable for young children. Cost £30. Part of Wales Nature Week.

Sat 6th June Babell Graveyard Community DaysRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sat 6th June Clydach Community GardenRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sun 7th June Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionRegular event. See details for Sun 3rd May.

Sun 7th June Walk with a WardenRepeat event. See details for Sun 5th April.

Sun 7th June Route 43 to the Sea: Community Fun Bike RideMeet: 11am (registration from 10.30am), Clydach Heritage Centre, Coed Gwilym Park, ClydachContact: Richie Saunders, Cwmtawe Cycle Group, 07891 508688Details: A great fun ride for all the family mainly on cycle paths from Clydach to Swansea Marina and back for an after-ride party. Part of Bike Week.

Sat 6th to Sun 14th June Bike Week UKAn annual celebration of cycling with a variety of local rides and activities to encourage everyone to get on their bikes for leisure and travel. For further details go to www.bikeweek.org.uk

Gower Walking FestivalForest School Seedlings Flowers ofSouth Gower

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Gwneud Basged mewn Diwrnod

Llun 1 Mehefin Saffari Mân-filodCyfarfod: 3.45–4.45pm, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Sleifiwch drwy goetir a glaswelltir gyda Karen i edrych am fân-filod amrywiol a gwych. Rhan o Wythnos Natur Cymru.

Mawrth 2 Mehefin Aliynau? Yma yn Abertawe?Cyfarfod: 10am–1pm, mynediad Heol Gwyr Parc SingletonCyswllt: Jo Mullett, Rheoli Canclwm, 07790 505232 Manylion: Dewch ar ein taith gerdded i weld faint o rywogaethau anfrodorol ymledol, estron ac ecsotig (INNS) a welwch yn tyfu ym Mharc Singleton Abertawe a Gardd Fotaneg Genedlaethol Cymru. Rhan o wyl gerdded Gwyr ac Wythnos Natur Cymru.

Mawrth 2 a Mercher 3 Mehefin Seedlings yr Ysgol GoedwigAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 21 Ebrill.

Mercher 3 Mehefin (a phob dydd Mercher) Taith Beicio Cydymaith BikeAbility CymruAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Mercher 3 Mehefin (a phob dydd Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Mercher 3 Mehefin Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrymlynAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Gwener 5 Mehefin Seedlings yr Ysgol GoedwigAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Gwener 24 Ebrill.

Gwener 5 Mehefin Taith Ystlumod yn y GwlyptirCyfarfod: 9–10pm, Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA10 9SHCyswllt: Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, 01554 741087Manylion: Mentrwch allan i'r warchodfa wedi machlud haul a chanfod mwy am y mamaliaid chwilfrydig sy'n gwibio drwy'r awyr uwch eich pennau. £6.50 y person. Rhaid cadw lle. Rhan o Wythnos Natur Cymru.

Sadwrn 6 Mehefin Gwneud Basged mewn DiwrnodCyfarfod: 10am–5pm, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Dysgwch sut i wneud basged helyg syml mewn diwrnod, mewn lleoliad hardd yn y coed. Dim ond lle i wyth sydd ar gael felly rhaid cadw lle'n gynnar. Nid yw'n addas i blant. Cost £30. Rhan o Wythnos Natur Cymru.

Sadwrn 6 Mehefin Diwrnod y Gymuned Mynwent BabellAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sadwrn 6 Mehefin Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sul 7 Mehefin Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillDigwyddiad rheolaidd. Gweler fanylion Sul 3 Mai.

Sul 7 Mehefin Taith gyda WardenAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sul 5 Ebrill.

Sul 7 Mehefin Llwybr 43 i'r Môr: Taith Feicio Hwyliog i'r GymunedCyfarfod: 11am (cofrestru o 10.30am), Canolfan Treftadaeth Clydach, Parc Coed Gwilym, ClydachCyswllt: Richie Saunders, Grwp Beicio Cwmtawe, 07891 508688Manylion: Taith hwyliog i'r teulu cyfan ar lwybrau beicio'n bennaf o Glydach i Farina Abertawe ac yn ôl am barti ar ôl beicio. Rhan o'r Wythnos Feicio.

Sadwrn 6 i Sul 14 Mehefin Wythnos Feicio'r DUDathliad blynyddol gydag amrywiaeth o deithiau beicio lleol a gweithgareddau i annog pawb i fynd ar eu beiciau at ddibenion hamdden a theithio. Am fwy o fanylion ewch i www.bikeweek.org.uk

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Mon 8th June The Great Garden EscapeMeet: 7–9pm, St Peter's Village Hall, Newton, Swansea SA3 4RBContact: Jo Mullett, Knotweed Control, 07790 505232Details: Find out about the invasive non-native plants escaping from our gardens into the wild causing devastating ecological and environmental damage, and what you can do to help stop the spread.

Wed 10th June Wildlife Walk at RhossiliRepeat event. See details for Wed 13th May.

Sat 13th June BikeAbility WalesMeet: 10am–3pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284Details: A day of fun for all the family, try out our wonderful array of bikes, stay a while and enjoy the raffle, band and a BBQ. Free but donations welcome. Part of Bike Week.

Sat 13th June Green Ride to Celebrate 25 YearsMeet: 11am, The Environment Centre, Pier Street, Swansea SA1 1RYContact: Nick Guy, Wheelrights 07551 538825Details: Wear something green and join a sponsored ride along 6 miles of traffic-free cycle paths from The Environment Centre to Bikeability’s Fun Day. Help raise funds for Wheelrights and the Environment Centre as these two local charities celebrate their 25th anniversaries. Part of Bike Week.

Wed 17th June Butterflies of the Burrows WalkMeet: 1pm, boardwalk behind the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay CampusContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join the warden for a one-hour guided walk around Swansea Bay’s last patch of wilderness. The dune flowers and butterflies should be looking spectacular. Free but parking charges apply (good bus and bike links).

Sat 20th June Walk the WormMeet: 9am–2pm, by NT Shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Walk with the rangers to discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island at the far end of Rhossili. Free event but booking essential as spaces are limited.

Sat 20th June South Gower CliffsMeet: 10am–12noon, outside Pennard NT car park, Southgate, SA3 2DHContact: Peter Hatherley, Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, 01656 662196Details: Walk led by Barry Stewart following his talk on 14th April. Parking charge may apply.

Sat 20th June Midsummer FairiesMeet: 11am–4pm, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: A magical fairyland experience in the woods.

Sun 21st June Pant-y-Sais Fen WalkMeet: 9.30am, Pant-y-Sais Fen reserve car park, Jersey Marine, SwanseaContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: A birdwatching morning walk with RSPB West Glamorgan Local Group. Weatherproof clothing and boots. No dogs please.

Sun 21st June Father’s Day Exploring South GowerMeet: 10am–12noon, Mewslade Bay car park, Middleton, GowerContact: Dawn Thomas, Gower Society Youth, 01792 392919Details: Join the Gower Society Outdoor Ed group to explore caves and a fort, and enjoy amazing views. Suitable for families.

Sun 21st June Green Fayre 10am–4pm, National Waterfront Museum, Swansea A unique shopping experience with the environment and ethics at its heart. Discover fresh, tasty, local produce and talented craftspeople offering green gifts. Be inspired by local volunteer projects and campaign groups alongside top tips on how to live more sustainably. FREE ENTRY for a great day out for all the family. For more information, contact the Environment Centre on 01792 480200 or [email protected]

Wed 24th June Evening Ranger RambleRepeat event. See details for Wed 27th May.

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Llun 8 Mehefin Dihangfa Fawr yr ArddCyfarfod: 7–9pm, Neuadd Bentref Pedr Sant, Newton, Abertawe SA3 4RBCyswllt: Jo Mullett, Rheoli Canclwm, 07790 505232 Manylion: Dewch i ddysgu am blanhigion anfrodorol ymledol sy'n dianc o'n gerddi i'r gwyllt gan achosi difrod ecolegol ac amgylcheddol dinistriol, a beth gallwch ei wneud i helpu i atal yr ymledu.

Mercher 10 Mehefin Taith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 13 Mai.

Sadwrn 13 Mehefin BikeAbility CymruCyfarfod: 10am–3pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284Manylion: Diwrnod o hwyl i'r teulu cyfan a chyfle i roi cynnig ar ein beiciau gwych, ac arhoswch ar gyfer raffl, band a barbeciw. Am ddim ond croesewir cyfraniadau. Rhan o'r Wythnos Feicio.

Sadwrn 13 Mehefin Taith Werdd i Ddathlu 25 MlyneddCyfarfod: 11pm, Canolfan yr Amgylchedd, Stryd y Pier, Abertawe SA1 1RYCyswllt: Nick Guy, Wheelrights 07551 538825Manylion: Gwisgwch rywbeth gwyrdd a dewch i ymuno â thaith feicio noddedig ar hyd 6 milltir o lwybrau beicio di-draffig o Ganolfan yr Amgylchedd i Ddiwrnod Hwyl Bikeability. Helpwch i godi arian ar gyfer Wheelrights a Chanolfan yr Amgylchedd wrth i'r ddwy elusen leol hon ddathlu 25 mlynedd. Rhan o'r Wythnos Feicio.

Mercher 17 Mehefin Ieir Bach yr Haf Taith y TwyniCyfarfod: 1pm, y llwybr estyllod y tu ôl i'r Neuadd Fawr, Campws y Bae Prifysgol AbertaweCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch â'r warden am awr o daith gerdded wedi'i thywys o amgylch llecyn gwyllt olaf Bae Abertawe. Dylai blodau a phili-palod y twyni edrych yn anhygoel. Am ddim ond codir tâl i barcio (mae cysylltiadau bws a beicio da ar gael).

Sadwrn 20 Mehefin Cerdded Pen PyrodCyfarfod: 9am–2pm, ger siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Taith gerdded gyda cheidwaid i ddarganfod rhyfeddodau Pen Pyrod, yr ynys llanw ar ben pellaf Rhosili. Digwyddiad am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle am fod lleoedd yn brin.

Sul 21 Mehefin Ffair Werdd10am–4pm, Amgueddfa Genedlaethol y Glannau, AbertaweProfiad siopa unigryw gyda'r amgylchedd a moeseg wrth ei wraidd. Darganfyddwch gynnyrch ffres, blasus a lleol a chrefftwyr talentog yn gwerthu rhoddion gwyrdd. Cewch eich ysbrydoli gan brosiectau gwirfoddol lleol a grwpiau ymgyrchu ynghyd â chlywed sut i fyw'n gynaliadwy. MYNEDIAD AM DDIM am ddiwrnod gwych i'r teulu cyfan. Am fwy o wybodaeth, cysylltwch â Chanolfan yr Amgylchedd ar 01792 480200 neu [email protected]

Mercher 24 Mehefin Taith Gerdded Ceidwaid gyda'r HwyrAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 27 Mai.

Sadwrn 20 Mehefin Clogwyni De GŵyrCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, y tu allan i faes parcio Pennard yr YG, Southgate, SA23 2DHCyswllt: Peter Hatherley, Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De & Gorllewin Cymru, 01656 662196Manylion: Taith gerdded o dan arweiniad Barry Stewart ar ôl ei sgwrs ar 14 Ebrill. Mae'n bosib y codir tâl am barcio.

Sadwrn 20 Mehefin Tylwyth Teg Canol HafCyfarfod: 11am–4pm, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Profiad hudol gwlad y tylwyth teg yn y coed.

Sul 21 Mehefin Taith Gerdded Ffen Pant-y-SaisCyfarfod: 9.30am, maes parcio gwarchodfa Ffen Pant-y-Sais, Jersey Marine, AbertaweCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Taith gerdded yn y bore gyda Grwp RSPB Gorllewin Morgannwg. Gwisgwch ddillad a bwts diddos. Dim cwn os gwelwch yn dda.

Sul 21 Mehefin Archwilio De Gŵyr ar Sul y TadauCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, maes parcio Bae Mewslade, Middleton, GwyrCyswllt: Dawn Thomas, Ieuenctid Cymdeithas Gwyr, 01792 392919Manylion: Ymunwch â grwp Addysg Awyr Agored Gwyr wrth archwilio ogofâu a chaer, a mwynhau golygfeydd anhygoel. Addas i deuluoedd.

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JULYWed 1st July (and every Wednesday) BikeAbility Wales Companion RideRepeat events. See details for Wed 1st April.

Wed 1st July (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenRepeat events. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Wed 1st July Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanRepeat event. See details for Wed 1st April.

Sat 4th July Babell Graveyard Community DaysRepeat events. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sat 4th July Clydach Community GardenRepeat events. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sat 4th July National Meadows Day at RhossiliMeet: 11am–4pm, by NT Shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Celebrate National Meadows Day at Rhossili in our traditional hay meadows on the Vile with guided walks on the hour, family friendly activities and demonstrations throughout the day.

Sat 4th July Big Wild Sleep OutMeet: contact for detailsContact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, 07498 577495Details: Sleep outside with the creatures of the night. Open to children aged 8–18yrs. Non-members welcome but please call first.

Sun 5th July Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionRegular event. See details for Sun 3rd May.

Sun 5th July Walk with a WardenRepeat event. See details for Sun 5th April.

Sun 5th July Wildflowers of the Gower Cliffs Meet: 10am–3pm, Village Hall, Port EynonContact: Dr Deborah Sazer, Wild Gower, 07703 343597Details: Learn to identify the plants of Gower’s clifftops, gaining skills for continual learning in the future. Indoor morning presentation, afternoon cliff walk. £30 per person. Booking essential.

Wed 8th July Wildlife Walk at RhossiliRepeat event. See details for Wed 13th May.

Sat 11th July The Wonder of NatureMeet: 10–11.30am, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: A chance to take a closer look at Bishop’s Wood and sketch some of the amazing details in nature. No previous artistic skills needed. A small donation of £2 would be appreciated for materials.

Sat 11th July Rock Pooling and FishingMeet: 2–4pm, beach front, Port Eynon Contact: Dawn Thomas, Gower Society Youth, 01792 392919Details: Join the Gower Society Outdoor Ed group for a ramble along Port Eynon beach on towards Skysea, searching the rock pools for crabs, fish, snails and anything we can find. Then you can try fishing off the headland. Suitable for families.

Sun 12th July Family Fun DayMeet: 11am–3pm, RSPCA Llys Nini Animal Centre, Penllergaer, SA4 9WB Contact: Debbie or Nicky, 01792 892293 Details: Great fun for everyone at Llys Nini’s biggest event of the year. Includes the annual Dog of the Year Show. £4 per car.

Sat 18th July Exploring Ffrwd Farm Mire, PembreyMeet: 10am–12noon, outside Naz Rasoi Indian restaurant, 88 Lando Road, Pembrey SA16 0YBContact: Deb Hill, Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, 07967 138016Details: Guided walk of a Wildlife Trust reserve led by Rebecca Killa, Wildlife Trust Officer for Carmarthenshire.

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Diwrnod Cenedlaethol y Dolydd

Mercher 1 Gorffennaf (a phob dydd Mercher) Taith Beicio Cydymaith BikeAbility CymruAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Mercher 1 Gorffennaf (a phob dydd Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Mercher 1 Gorffennaf Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrymlynAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Sadwrn 4 Gorffennaf Diwrnodau y Gymuned Mynwent BabellAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sadwrn 4 Gorffennaf Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sadwrn 4 Gorffennaf Diwrnod Cenedlaethol y Dolydd yn RhosiliCyfarfod: 11am–4pm, ger siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Dewch i ddathlu Diwrnod Cenedlaethol y Dolydd yn Rhosili yn ein dolydd gwellt traddodiadol ar y Vile gyda theithiau cerdded wedi'u tywys bob awr, gweithgareddau i'r teulu ac arddangosiadau trwy gydol y dydd.

Sadwrn 4 Gorffennaf Big Wild Sleep-outCyfarfod: Cysylltwch am fanylionCyswllt: Ben Bonham, Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach, 07498 577495Manylion: Cysgwch yn yr awyr agored gyda chreaduriaid y nos. I blant 8-18 oed. Mae croeso i rai nad ydynt yn aelodau ond ffoniwch yn gyntaf.

Sul 5 Gorffennaf Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillDigwyddiad rheolaidd. Gweler fanylion Sul 3 Mai.

Sul 5 Gorffennaf Taith gyda WardenAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sul 5 Ebrill.

Sul 5 Gorffennaf Blodau Gwyllt Clogwyni Gŵyr Cyfarfod: 10am–3pm, Neuadd Bentref Porth EinonCyswllt: Dr Deborah Sazer, Gwyr Gwyllt, 07703 343597Manylion: Dysgwch sut i adnabod planhigion clogwyni Gwyr, gan ennill sgiliau ar gyfer addysg barhaus yn y dyfodol. Cyflwyniad dan do yn y bore, taith gerdded ar hyd y clogwyni yn y prynhawn. £30 y person. Rhaid cadw lle.

Mercher 8 Gorffennaf Taith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 13 Mai.

Sadwrn 11 Gorffennaf Rhyfeddodau NaturCyfarfod: 10–11.30am, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Cyfle i edrych yn fanylach ar Goed yr Esgob a braslunio rhai o fanylion anhygoel natur. Nid oes rhaid bod gennych sgiliau artistig. Gwerthfawrogir cyfraniad bychan o £2 ar gyfer y deunyddiau.

Sadwrn 11 Gorffennaf Pyllau Trai a PhysgotaCyfarfod: 2–4pm, ar lan y môrt, Porth EinonCyswllt: Dawn Thomas, Ieuenctid Cymdeithas Gwyr, 01792 392919Manylion: Ymunwch â grwp Addysg Awyr Agored Gwyr am daith gerdded ar hyd traeth Porth Einon ac ymlaen i Skysea gan archwilio'r pyllai trai am grancod, pysgod, malwod a beth bynnag arall. Yna gallwch roi cynnig ar bysgota oddi ar y penrhyn. Addas i deuluoedd.

Sul 12 Gorffennaf Diwrnod Hwyl i'r TeuluCyfarfod: 11am–3pm, Canolfan Anifeiliaid Llys Nini yr RSPB, Penllergaer, SA4 9WBCyswllt: Debbie neu Nicky, 01792 892293Manylion: Llawer o hwyl i bawb yn nigwyddiad mwyaf y flwyddyn Llys Nini. Yn cynnwys Sioe flynyddol Ci y Flwyddyn £4 y car.

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Tue 21st July Tots on Tyres / Cycle SkillsRepeat events. See details for Tue 7th April.

Sat 25th July Strandline Scavenger HuntMeet: 10am, Crymlyn Burrows SSSI car park, Fabian WayContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join the warden for a two-hour beachcomb along the shore of Crymlyn Burrows SSSI, looking for evidence of life below the waves. In conjunction with the Wildlife Trust. All welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult. Free but parking charges apply (good bus and bike links).

Sun 26th July Cwm Clydach RSPB Reserve WalkMeet: 9.30am, Cwm Clydach reserve car park, Lone Rd, Clydach, Swansea SA6 5SUContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: A birdwatching morning walk with RSPB West Glamorgan Local Group. Weatherproof clothing and boots may be necessary. No dogs please.

Sun 26th July Walk the WormMeet: 1.15–6.15pm, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Walk with the rangers to discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island at the far end of Rhossili. Free event but booking essential as spaces are limited.

Mon 27th July Monday Moth Morning at WWTMeet: 10am, WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHContact: WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, 01554 741087Details: Join the friendly wardens to see what’s been lured to the moth trap overnight. Included in admission.

Tue 28th July Woodland Litter PickRepeat event. See details for Tue 26th May.

Wed 29th July Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 1Repeat event. See details for Wed 15th April.

Wed 29th July Evening Ranger RambleRepeat event. See details for Wed 27th May.

Thu 30th July Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 2Repeat event. See details for Thu 16th April.

Tue 21st to Sat 25th July Beach Sculpture Festival 2020Join a team of professional artists to create a display of temporary sculptures that inspire, inform and educate on beautiful beaches in Swansea and Gower. Learn new art skills and techniques in these FREE environmental art workshops. Between 10am and 4pm each day. Drop-in workshops with all ages and abilities welcome. Please bring buckets and spades, hats and sunscreen.

• Tue 21st July, Caswell Beach• Wed 22nd, Oxwich Beach• Thu 23rd July, Port Eynon Beach• Fri 24th July, Bracelet Bay Beach• Sat 25th July, Blackpill Beach (by Lido)

For festival updates contact Sara Holden, Managing Artist, 01792 367571 or visit www.artandeducationbythesea.co.uk

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Gŵyl Cerfluniau Traeth

Mawrth 21 Gorffennaf Plantos ar Deiars / Sgiliau BeicioAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 7 Ebrill.

Sadwrn 25 Gorffennaf Helfa Sborion y TraethlinCyfarfod: 10am, maes parcio SoDdGA Twyni Crymlyn, Ffordd FabianCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch â'r warden am ddwy awr yn archwilio'r traeth ar hyd glan môr SoDdGA Twyni Crymlyn, yn edrych am dystiolaeth o fywyd o dan y tonnau. Ar y cyd â'r Ymddiriedolaeth Natur. Croeso i bawb, ond rhaid i blant ddod gydag oedolyn. Am ddim ond codir tâl i barcio (mae cysylltiadau bws a beicio da ar gael).

Sul 26 Gorffennaf Taith Gerdded Gwarchodfa RSPB Cwm ClydachCyfarfod: 9.30am, maes parcio gwarchodfa Cwm Clydach, Heol Lone, Clydach, Abertawe SA6 5SUCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Taith gerdded yn y bore gyda Grwp RSPB Gorllewin Morgannwg. Mae'n bosib bydd angen dillad diddos a bwts. Dim cwn os gwelwch yn dda.

Sul 26 Gorffennaf Cerdded Pen PyrodCyfarfod: 1.15–6.15pm, ger siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Taith gerdded gyda cheidwaid i ddarganfod rhyfeddodau Pen Pyrod, yr ynys llanw ar ben pellaf Rhosili. Digwyddiad am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle am fod lleoedd yn brin.

Llun 27 Gorffennaf Dydd Llun Gwyfynod y GwlyptirCyfarfod: 10am, Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHCyswllt: Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, 01554 741087Manylion: Ymunwch â wardeiniaid cyfeillgar i weld beth a ddenwyd i drap y gwyfynod dros nos. Yn rhan o'r pris mynediad.

Mawrth 28 Gorffennaf Casglu Sbwriel y CoetirAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 26 Mai.

Mercher 29 Gorffennaf Hyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 1Ail-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 15 Ebrill.

Mercher 29 Gorffennaf Taith Gerdded Ceidwaid gyda'r HwyrAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 27 Mai.

Iau 30 Gorffennaf Hyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 2Ail-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Iau 16 Ebrill.

Mawrth 21 i Sadwrn 25 Gorffennaf Gŵyl Cerfluniau Traeth 2020Ymunwch â thîm o artistiaid proffesiynol i greu arddangosfa o gerfluniau dros dro sy'n ysbrydoli, yn hysbysu ac yn addysgu ar draethau hardd Abertawe a Gwyr. Cewch ddysgu sgiliau a thechnegau celf newydd yn y gweithdai celf amgylcheddol AM DDIM hyn . Rhwng 10am a 4pm bob dydd. Gweithdy galw heibio ac mae croeso i bob oed a gallu. Dewch â bwced a rhaw, het ac eli haul.

• Mawrth 21 Gorffennaf, Traeth Caswell• Mercher 22, Traeth Oxwich• Iau 23 Gorffennaf, Traeth Porth Einon• Gwener 24 Gorffennaf, Traeth Bae Breichled• Sadwrn 25 Gorffennaf, Traeth Blackpill (ger y lido)

Am newyddion am yr wyl cysylltwch â Sara Holden, Artist Rheoli, 01792 367571 neu ewch i www.artandeducationbythesea.co.uk

Sadwrn 18 Gorffennaf Archwilio Gwern Fferm y Ffrwd, Pen-breCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, y tu allan i fwyty Indiaidd Naz Rasoi, 88 Heol Lando, Pen-bre SA16 0YBCyswllt: Deb Hill, Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De & Gorllewin Cymru, 07967 138016Manylion: Taith wedi'i thywys o amgylch gwarchodfa'r Ymddiriedolaeth Natur o dan arweiniad Rebecca Killa, Swyddog Ymddiriedolaeth Natur Sir Gâr.

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AUGUSTSat 1st August Babell Graveyard Community DaysRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sat 1st August Clydach Community GardenRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Wed 5th August (and every Wednesday) BikeAbility Wales Companion RideRepeat events. See details for Wed 1st April.

Wed 5th August (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenRepeat events. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Wed 5th August Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanRepeat event. See details for Wed 1st April.

Sat 8th August Bioblitz at Cwm ClydachMeet: 10am–12noon, RSPB Cwm Clydach Reserve car park, Craig Cefn ParcContact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, 07498 577495Details: Join the Bioblitz race to see who can see the most living creatures in the Reserve. Open to children aged 8–18yrs. Non-members welcome but please call first.

Sun 9th August Walk the WormMeet: 12.30–5.30pm, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Walk with the rangers to discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island at the far end of Rhossili. Free event but booking essential as spaces are limited.

Wed 12th August Wildlife Walk at RhossiliRepeat event. See details for Wed 13th May.

Sun 16th August Ystrad Fawr Ystradgynlais WalkMeet: 9.30am, Ystrad Fawr reserve car park, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1SEContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: A birdwatching morning walk with RSPB West Glamorgan Local Group. Weatherproof clothing and boots may be necessary. No dogs please. Parking fees may apply.

Sun 2nd August The Gower ShowAnnual agricultural and countryside show with displays, crafts, livestock, rides and environmental activities. 9am to 5pm at Penrice Castle Park, Reynoldston, Gower SA3 1LN.

For more information and ticket prices go to www.gowershow.co.uk or email [email protected]

Sun 2nd August Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionRegular event. See details for Sun 3rd May.

Sun 2nd August Walk with a WardenRepeat event. See details for Sun 5th April.

Mon 3rd August (and every Monday in August) Monday Moth Morning at WWTRepeat event. See details for Mon 27th July.

Tue 4th August (and every Tuesday in August) Tots on TyresMeet: 11.30am–12.30pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: Join us for fun and games with bikes. Start them young and have some fun with scooters, balance bikes, trikes and many other types of bikes. £6 per child. Booking essential.

Tue 4th August (and every Tuesday in August) Cycle SkillsMeet: 2–3pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: Cycling games, basic cycle maintenance and cycling skills training in preparation for National Standards Level 1. £10 per child. Booking essential.

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AWSTSadwrn 1 Awst Diwrnodau'r Gymuned Mynwent BabellAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sadwrn 1 Awst Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Mercher 5 Awst (a phob dydd Mercher) Taith Beicio Cydymaith BikeAbility CymruAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Mercher 5 Awst (a phob dydd Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Mercher 5 Awst Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrymlynAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Sadwrn 8 Awst Biogyrch yng Nghwm ClydachCyfarfod: 10am-12ganol dydd, maes parcio Gwarchodfa Cwm Clydach RSPB, Craig-cefn-parcCyswllt: Ben Bonham, Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach, 07498 577495Manylion: Ymunwch â ras y Biogyrch i weld pwy all weld y nifer mwyaf o greaduriaid yn y Warchodfa. I blant 8-18 oed. Mae croeso i rai nad ydynt yn aelodau ond ffoniwch yn gyntaf.

Sul 9 Awst Cerdded Pen PyrodCyfarfod: 12.30–5.30pm, ger siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Taith gerdded gyda cheidwaid i ddarganfod rhyfeddodau Pen Pyrod, yr ynys llanw ar ben pellaf Rhosili. Digwyddiad am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle am fod lleoedd yn brin.

Mercher 12 Awst Taith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 13 Mai.

Sul 16 Awst Taith Gerdded Ystrad Fawr YstradgynlaisCyfarfod: 9.30am, maes parcio gwarchodfa Ystrad Fawr, Ystradgynlais, Abertawe SA9 1SECyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Taith gerdded yn y bore gyda Grwp RSPB Gorllewin Morgannwg. Mae'n bosib bydd angen dillad diddos a bwts. Dim cwn os gwelwch yn dda. Mae'n bosib y codir tâl am barcio.

Sul 2 Awst Sioe GŵyrSioe amaethyddol a chefn gwlad flynyddol gydag arddangosiadau, crefftau, da byw, reidiau a gweithgareddau amgylcheddol. 9am i 5pm ym Mharc Castell Penrhys, Reynoldston, Gwyr SA3 1LN.

Am fwy o wybodaeth a phrisiau tocynnau ewch i www.gowershow.co.uk neu e-bostio [email protected]

Sul 2 Awst Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillDigwyddiad rheolaidd. Gweler fanylion Sul 3 Mai.

Sul 2 Awst Taith gyda WardenAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sul 5 Ebrill.

Llun 3 Awst (a phob dydd Llun ym mis Awst) Bore Llun y Gwyfynod yn y GwlyptirAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Llun 27 Gorffennaf.

Mawrth 4 Awst (a phob dydd Mawrth ym mis Awst) Plantos ar DeiarsCyfarfod: 11.30am–12.30pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145Manylion: Ymunwch â ni am hwyl a gemau gyda beiciau. Gwell dechrau o oed ifanc a chael hwyl gyda sgwteri, beiciau cydbwysedd, treiciau a sawl math arall o feiciau. £6 y plentyn. Rhaid cadw lle.

Mawrth 4 Awst (a phob dydd Mawrth ym mis Awst) Sgiliau BeicioCyfarfod: 2–3pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145Manylion: Gemau beicio, cynnal a chadw sylfaenol beiciau a hyfforddiant sgiliau beicio wrth baratoi at gyfer Lefel 1 y Safonau Cenedlaethol. £10 y plentyn. Rhaid cadw lle.

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Tue 18th August Rock Pool WatchMeet: 12noon–1pm, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Explore the secret world of Caswell Bay’s rockpools. Please wear suitable footwear for rough slippery rocks.

Wed 19th August Rock Pool WatchRepeat event. See details for Tue 18th August.

Thu 20th August Minibeast SafariMeet: 11am–12noon, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Creep through the woods and grasslands with Karen to look for wonderful and varied minibeasts. Part of Wales Nature Week.

Fri 21st August Pooh Sticks at PenllergareMeet: 10am–5pm, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Celebrate Christopher Robin’s 100th Birthday by joining us for a game of pooh sticks. There will be competitions for children, adults and organisations. Please book in advance.

Tue 25th August Woodland Litter PickMeet: 10am–12noon, car park, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSContact: Alison Sola, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Join the litter picks in the beautiful Penllergare Valley Woods. No need to book a place. Equipment provided.

Tue 25th August Environmental ArtMeet: 11am–12noon, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Play with natural clay to make sculptures to take home. Leaf rubbings, bark rubbings, stick sculptures.

Wed 26th August Stickman in Bishop’s WoodMeet: 11am–12noon, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Follow the stickman trail to find treasure, hear the stickman story and create your own stickman.

Wed 26th August Evening Ranger RambleMeet: 6pm, car park, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSContact: David Connick, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Join the Estate Manager for an enjoyable walk and talk around Penllergare Valley Woods and learn about our history, wildlife and ongoing restoration project. Free but donations appreciated. £2 parking. Please wear sturdy shoes. Suitable for ages 8+. Pace is slow but may include some steep paths and steps.

Wed 26th August Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 1Repeat event. See details for Wed 15th April.

Thu 27th August Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 2Repeat event. See details for Thu 16th April.

Minibeast Safari Environmental Art

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Celf AmgylcheddolCoed yr Esgob

Mawrth 18 Awst Archwilio Pyllau TraiCyfarfod: 12ganol dydd–1pm, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Archwiliwch fyd cyfrinachol pyllau trai Bae Caswell. Gwisgwch esgidiau addas ar gyfer creigiau garw a llithrig.

Mercher 19 Awst Archwilio Pyllau TraiAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 18 Awst.

Iau 20 Awst Saffari Mân-filodCyfarfod: 11am–12ganol dydd, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Sleifiwch drwy goetir a glaswelltir gyda Karen i edrych am fân-filod amrywiol a gwych. Rhan o Wythnos Natur Cymru.

Gwener 21 Awst Rasio Brigau ym MhenllergaerCyfarfod: 10am–5pm, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Dathlwch ben-blwydd Christopher Robin yn 100 drwy ymuno â ni am gêm o rasio brigiau. Bydd cystadlaethau ar gyfer plant, oedolion a sefydliadau. Rhaid cadw lle ymlaen llaw.

Mawrth 25 Awst Casglu Sbwriel y CoetirCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, maes parcio, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Alison Sola, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Ymunwch wrth godi sbwriel yng Nghoed hardd Cwm Penllergaer. Nid oes angen cadw lle. Darperir offer.

Mawrth 25 Awst Celf AmgylcheddolCyfarfod: 11am–12ganol dydd, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Dewch i chwarae gyda chlai naturiol i wneud cerfluniau i'w cymryd adref. Rhwbio dail, rhwbio rhisgl, cerfluniau brigau.

Mercher 26 Awst Brigddyn yng Nghoed yr EsgobCyfarfod: 11am–12ganol dydd, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Dilynwch lwybr brigddyn i ganfod trysor, dewch i glywed hanes brigddyn a chreu eich brigddyn eich hun.

Mercher 26 Awst Taith gerdded Ceidwaid gyda'r HwyrCyfarfod: 6pm, maes parcio, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: David Connick, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Ymunwch â Rheolwr yr Ystad am daith hyfryd a sgwrs o amgylch Coed Cwm Penllergaer gan ddysgu am ein hanes, bywyd gwyllt a'n prosiect adfer parhaus. Am ddim ond gwerthfawrogir cyfraniadau. £2 i barcio. Gwisgwch esgidiau cadarn. Yn addas i oedran 8+. Taith araf yw hi ond gall gynnwys llwybrau a grisiau serth.

Mercher 26 Awst Hyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 1Ail-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 15 Ebrill.

Iau 27 Awst Hyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 2Ail-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Iau 16 Ebrill.

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SEPTEMBERWed 2nd September (and every Wednesday) BikeAbility Wales Companion RideRepeat events. See details for Wed 1st April.

Wed 2nd September (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenRepeat events. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Wed 2nd September Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanRepeat event. See details for Wed 1st April.

Thu 3rd September Birds of Namibia TalkMeet: 7.30–9.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, Swansea SA1 1RYContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: An RSPB talk by Ed Hunter. Open to members and public. Entry £2 includes tea, coffee and biscuits.

Sat 5th September Babell Graveyard Community DaysRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sat 5th September Clydach Community GardenRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sat 5th September Walk the WormMeet: 11.15am–4.15pm, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Walk with the rangers to discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island at the far end of Rhossili. Free event but booking essential as spaces are limited.

Sun 6th September Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionRegular event. See details for Sun 3rd May.

Sun 6th September Walk with a WardenRepeat event. See details for Sun 5th April.

Tue 8th September Insect Life of the River TaweMeet: 7.30–9pm, Biosciences Building, Swansea University Singleton Campus, Mumbles RoadContact: Martin Jones, Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, 01792 830070Details: Talk by Raymond Lockyer, an angler with a lifelong knowledge of the River Tawe.

Wed 9th September Wildlife Walk at RhossiliRepeat event. See details for Wed 13th May.

Wed 9th September A Talk on ForagingMeet: 7pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, SwanseaContact: Elaine David, Swansea Organic Gardening Group, 01792 863678Details: Learn about foraging from an expert, Adele Nozedar, of Beacons Foraging. Non-members £2.

Sat 12th September Rock PoolingMeet: 10am–12noon, Bracelet bay car park, GowerContact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, 07498 577495Details: Searching for wildlife beneath the rocks and under waves. What will you find? Open to children aged 8–18yrs. Non-members welcome but please call first.

Sat 12th September Penllergare Country FayreMeet: 11am–4pm, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Woodland fun for all the family with craft demonstrations, local arts and crafts stalls and activities.

Sat 12th to Sun 13th September Family CampMeet: 11am, Parc le Breos Campsite car park, Parkmill SA3 2HAContact: Dawn Thomas, Gower Society Youth, 01792 392919Details: Join the Gower Society Outdoor Ed group and learn how to set up a tent and cook on an open fire, plus camp crafts and fun and games. Camping costs £4 per person, booking required. Open to all who wish to camp with their families.

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Pryfetach Afon Tawe

Mercher 2 Medi (a phob dydd Mercher) Taith Beicio Cydymaith BikeAbility CymruAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Mercher 2 Medi (a phob dydd Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Mercher 2 Medi Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrymlynAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Iau 3 Medi Sgwrs am Adar NamibiaCyfarfod: 7.30–9.30pm, Canolfan yr Amgylchedd, Stryd y Pier, Abertawe SA1 1RYCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Sgwrs yr RSPB gan Ed Hunter. Yn agored i aelodau a'r cyhoedd. Mynediad am £2 yn cynnwys te, coffi a bisgedi.

Sadwrn 5 Medi Diwrnod y Gymuned Mynwent BabellAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sadwrn 5 Medi Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sadwrn 5 Medi Cerdded Pen PyrodCyfarfod: 11.15am–4.15pm, ger siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Taith gerdded gyda cheidwaid i ddarganfod rhyfeddodau Pen Pyrod, yr ynys llanw ar ben pellaf Rhosili. Digwyddiad am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle am fod lleoedd yn brin.

Sul 6 Medi Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillDigwyddiad rheolaidd. Gweler fanylion Sul 3 Mai.

Sul 6 Medi Taith gyda WardenAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sul 5 Ebrill.

Mawrth 8 Medi Pryfetach Afon TaweCyfarfod: 7.30–9pm, Adeilad y Biowyddorau, Campws Singleton Prifysgol Abertawe, Heol y Mwmbwls, AbertaweCyswllt: Martin Jones, Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De a Gorllewin Cymru, 01792 830070Manylion: Sgwrs gan Raymond Lockyer, pysgotwr â gwybodaeth oes am Afon Tawe.

Mercher 9 Medi Taith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 13 Mai.

Mercher 9 Medi Sgwrs am ChwilotaCyfarfod: 7pm, Canolfan yr Amgylchedd, Stryd y Pier, AbertaweCyswllt: Elaine David, Grwp Garddio Organig Abertawe, 01792 863678Manylion: Dysgwch am chwilota gan arbenigwr, Adele Nozedar, o Beacons Foraging. £2 os nad ydych yn aelod.

Sadwrn 12 Medi Archwilio Pyllau TraiCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, maes parcio Bae Breichled, GwyrCyswllt: Ben Bonham, Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach, 07498 577495Manylion: Chwilio am fywyd gwyllt o dan greigiau a thonnau. Beth welwch chi? I blant 8-18 oed. Mae croeso i rai nad ydynt yn aelodau ond ffoniwch yn gyntaf.

Sadwrn 12 Medi Ffair Wledig PenllergaerCyfarfod: 11am–4pm, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Hwyl coetirol ar gyfer y teulu cyfan gydag arddangosiadau crefft a stondinau a gweithgareddau celf a chrefft lleol.

Sadwrn 12 i Sul 13 Medi Gwersylla i DeuluoeddCyfarfod: 11am, maes parcio safle gwersylla Parc le Breos, Parkmill SA3 2HACyswllt: Dawn Thomas, Ieuenctid Cymdeithas Gwyr, 01792 392919Manylion: Ymunwch â grwp addysg awyr agored Cymdeithas Gwyr i ddysgu sut i godi pabell, coginio ar dân agored ynghyd â chrefftau gwersylla a hwyl a gemau. Pris gwersylla yw £4 yr un, rhaid cadw lle. Yn agored i bawb sydd am wersylla gyda'u teuluoedd.

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Sun 13th September Swansea Vale WalkMeet: 9.30am, Swansea Vale Resource Centre car park, Ffordd Tregof, Llansamlet, Swansea SA7 0ALContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: A birdwatching morning walk with RSPB West Glamorgan Local Group. Weatherproof clothing and boots may be necessary. No dogs please.

Tue 15th and Wed 16th September Forest School SeedlingsRepeat events. See details for Tue 21st April.

Thu 17th September Guided Walk in Morriston ParkMeet: early evening, contact for detailsContact: Sylvia Carlisle-Read, Welsh Historic Gardens Trust, 01792 510505Details: Find out about the Victorian public park, which was established on the 18th century estate of John Morris.

Thu 17th September High Tide Watch at WWTMeet: 5.30pm, WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHContact: WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, 01554 741087Details: Experience the amazing sight and sound of hundreds of waders and other birds being pushed closer to our hides as one of the year’s highest tides advances. Expert guides will be on hand to answer your questions and point out different birds. Refreshments included in ticket price of £12 per person. Booking essential.

Fri 18th September Forest School SeedlingsRepeat event. See details for Fri 24th April.

Fri 18th September Chasing the Tide WalkMeet: 12.30pm, boardwalk behind the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay Campus, Fabian WayContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join the warden on one of the lowest tides of the year on a one-hour walk to the low tide mark at Crymlyn Burrows, looking for beach wildlife and to see the city from a different perspective. Paddling involved, wellies or sandals essential – no bare feet! All welcome. Free but parking charges may apply (good bus and bike links).

Sat 19th September Blackpill Beach Clean Meet: 10am, beach near Lido, Blackpill, SwanseaContact: Robin Bonham, Mumbles Development Trust, 01792 405169Details: Annual event in conjunction with the Marine Conservation Society. Everyone welcome, equipment provided.

Sat 19th September Rhossili Beach CleanMeet: 12noon–3pm, bottom of beach path, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Join National Trust staff and volunteers for the Great British Beach Clean in conjunction with the Marine Conservation Society. Help clean the beach and survey the rubbish found.

Sat 26th September Inclusive Sponsored Ride to the MumblesMeet: 10am–12.30pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: Help raising funds for Bikeability Wales on this journey along the beautiful Clyne valley cycle route and the line of the old Mumbles tramway stopping for refreshments at Ripples café then back to Bikeability Wales. All abilities welcome.

Sat 26th September Bikeability Wales Sponsored RideMeet: 10am–5pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284 or 07968 109145Details: Love cycling and meeting new people? Then join in this fun 30-mile ride to Burry Port to raise funds and promote the local charity Bikeability Wales. Please contact Bikeability Wales for sponsorship forms and further details.

Wed 30th September Evening Ranger RambleMeet: 5.30pm, car park, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSContact: David Connick, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Join the Estate Manager for an enjoyable walk and talk around Penllergare Valley Woods and learn about our history, wildlife and ongoing restoration project. Free but donations appreciated. £2 parking. Please wear sturdy shoes. Suitable for ages 8+. Pace is slow but may include some steep paths and steps.

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Sul 13 Medi Taith gerdded Bro TaweCyfarfod: 9.30am, maes parcio Canolfan Adnoddau Bro Tawe, Ffordd Tregof, Llansamlet, Abertawe SA7 0ALCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Taith gerdded yn y bore gyda Grwp RSPB Gorllewin Morgannwg. Mae'n bosib bydd angen dillad diddos a bwts. Dim cwn os gwelwch yn dda.

Mawrth 15 a Mercher 16 Medi Seedlings yr Ysgol GoedwigAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 21 Ebrill.

Iau 17 Medi Taith wedi'i Thywys ym Mharc TreforysCyfarfod: yn gynnar gyda'r hwyr, cysylltwch am fanylionCyswllt: Sylvia Carlisle-Read, Ymddiriedolaeth Gerddi Hanesyddol Cymru, 01792 510505Manylion: Dewch i ganfod mwy am y parc fictoraidd cyhoeddus, a sefydlwyd ar ystâd 18fed ganrif John Morris.

Iau 17 Medi Gwylio Llanw Uchel yn y GwlyptirCyfarfod: 5.30pm, Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHCyswllt: Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, 01554 741087Manylion: Dewch i weld a chlywed cannoedd o rydwyr ac adar eraill wrth iddynt gael eu gwthio'n agosach at ein cuddfan gan un o'r llanwau uchaf i ddod i mewn eleni. Bydd arweinwyr arbenigol ar gael i ateb eich cwestiynau ac i nodi'r holl adar gwahanol. £12 y tocyn gan gynnwys lluniaeth. Rhaid cadw lle.

Gwener 18 Medi Seedlings yr Ysgol GoedwigAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Gwener 24 Ebrill.

Gwener 18 Medi Taith Gerdded Cwrso'r LlanwCyfarfod: 12.30pm, y llwybr estyllod y tu ôl i'r Neuadd Fawr, Campws y Bae Prifysgol Abertawe, Ffordd FabianCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch â'r warden pan fydd y llanw ar un o'i drai pellaf eleni am awr o daith gerdded i'r marc trai yn Nhwyni Crymlyn, yn edrych am fywyd gwyllt y traeth ac i weld y ddinas o ongl wahanol. Byddwch yn padlo felly bydd angen esgidiau glaw neu sandalau arnoch – peidiwch â dod yn droednoeth! Croeso i bawb. Am ddim ond gall fod tâl am barcio (mae cysylltiadau bws a beicio da ar gael).

Sadwrn 19 Medi Glanhau Traeth Blackpill Cyfarfod: 10am, y traeth ger y lido, Blackpill, AbertaweCyswllt: Robin Bonham, Ymddiriedolaeth Datblygu'r Mwmbwls, 01792 405169Manylion: Digwyddiad blynyddol ar y cyd â'r Gymdeithas Cadwraeth Morol. Croeso i bawb, darperir offer.

Sadwrn 19 Medi Glanhau Traeth RhosiliCyfarfod: 12ganol dydd–3pm, gwaelod llwybr y traeth, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Ymunwch â staff yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol ar gyfer Glanhau Traethau Great British ar y cyd â'r Gymdeithas Cadwraeth Morol. Helpwch i lanhau ac arolygu'r sbwriel a gasglwyd.

Sadwrn 26 Medi Taith Noddedig Gynhwysol i'r MwmbwlsCyfarfod: 10am–12.30pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145Manylion: Helpwch i godi arian ar gyfer BikeAbility Cymru ar y daith ar hyd llwybr beicio prydferth dyffryn Clun a llinell hen dramffordd y Mwmbwls gan aros am luniaeth yng nghaffi Ripples ac yna yn ôl i BikeAbility Cymru. Croesewir pob gallu.

Sadwrn 26 Medi Taith Noddedig BikeAbility CymruCyfarfod: 10am–5pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, Cilâ Cyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284 neu 07968 109145 Manylion: Dwlu ar feicio a chyfarfod â phobl newydd? Yna dewch i ymuno ar y daith 30 milltir hon i Borth Tywyn i godi arian a hybu'r elusen leol BikeAbility Cymru. Cysylltwch â Bikeability Cymru am ffurflenni noddi a mwy o fanylion.

Mercher 30 Medi Taith Gerdded Ceidwaid gyda'r HwyrCyfarfod: 5.30pm, maes parcio, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: David Connick, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Ymunwch â Rheolwr yr Ystad am daith hyfryd a sgwrs o amgylch Coed Cwm Penllergaer gan ddysgu am ein hanes, bywyd gwyllt a'n prosiect adfer parhaus. Am ddim ond gwerthfawrogir cyfraniadau. £2 i barcio. Gwisgwch esgidiau cadarn. Yn addas i oedran 8+. Taith araf yw hi ond gall gynnwys llwybrau a grisiau serth.

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OCTOBERThu 1st October Bat Walk at Swansea UniversityMeet: 7pm, front of Fulton House, Swansea University Singleton Campus, Mumbles RoadContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join experts on a free, after-hours exploration of the beautiful campus with bat detectors. About 1.5hrs. All welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult.

Thu 1st October RSPB AGM & Talk on Managing Cwm Clydach for WildlifeMeet: 7.30–9.30pm, Environment Centre, Pier Street, Swansea SA1 1RYContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: An RSPB talk by warden Becky Hulme. Open to members and public.

Sat 3rd and Sun 4th October Gower Cider FestivalMeet: 10am–late, Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill, GowerContact: Gower Heritage Centre, 01792 371206Details: Traditional cider-making demonstrations on our press, along with crafts and local ciders. Standard entry fee applies.

Sat 3rd October Babell Graveyard Community DaysRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sat 3rd October Clydach Community GardenRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Sun 4th October Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionRegular event. See details for Sun 3rd May.

Sun 4th October Walk with a WardenRepeat event. See details for Sun 5th April.

Wed 7th October (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenRepeat event. See details for Sat 2nd May.

Wed 7th October Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanRepeat event. See details for Wed 1st April.

Sat 10th October Waterfall AdventureMeet: 10am–12noon, Cwm Porth car park, YstradfeliteContact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, 07498 577495Details: Explore the thunderous falls and stunning autumn woodland. Open to children aged 8–18yrs. Non-members welcome but please call first.

Sat 10th and Sun 11th October Autumn Food FayreMeet: 10am–5pm, Gower Heritage Centre, Parkmill, GowerContact: Gower Heritage Centre, 01792 371206Details: Showcase of local food producers and cookery demonstrations. Reduced entry fee.

Sat 10th October Woodland ForagingMeet: 2–4pm, Parc le Breos scout camp site, Parkmill SA3 2HAContact: Dawn Thomas, Gower Society Youth, 01792 392919Details: Join the Gower Society Outdoor Ed group foraging to discover the edible plants found in woodlands and learning how to prepare them. Suitable for families.

Sun 11th October Kenfig Pool / Sker Beach WalkMeet: 9.30am, reserve centre car park, Kenfig, Bridgend CF33 4PTContact: Russell Evans, 07801-969618Details: A birdwatching morning walk with RSPB West Glamorgan Local Group. Weatherproof clothing and boots may be necessary. No dogs please. Parking fees may apply.

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HYDREFIau 1 Hydref Taith Ystlumod ym Mhrifysgol AbertaweCyfarfod: 7pm, o flaen Ty Fulton, Campws Singleton Prifysgol Abertawe, Heol y Mwmbwls, AbertaweCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch ag arbenigwyr am ddim i archwilio'r campws hardd â synwyryddion ystlumod gyda'r hwyr. Oddeutu 1.5 awr. Croeso i bawb, ond rhaid i blant ddod gydag oedolyn.

Iau 1 Hydref Cyfarfod Cyffredinol yr RSPB a Sgwrs am Reoli Cwm Clydach ar gyfer Bywyd GwylltCyfarfod: 7.30–9.30pm, Canolfan yr Amgylchedd, Stryd y Pier, Abertawe SA1 1RYCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Sgwrs yr RSPB gan y warden, Becky Hulme. Yn agored i aelodau a'r cyhoedd.

Sadwrn 3 a Sul 4 Hydref Gŵyl Seidr GŵyrCyfarfod: 10am–hwyr, Canolfan Treftadaeth Gwyr, Parkmill, GwyrCyswllt: Canolfan Treftadaeth Gwyr, 01792 371206Manylion: Arddangosiadau cynhyrchu seidr traddodiadol ar ein gwasg, ynghyd â chrefftau a seidrau lleol. Codir y pris mynediad arferol.

Sadwrn 3 Hydref Diwrnodau'r Gymuned Mynwent BabellAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sadwrn 3 Hydref Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Sul 4 Hydref Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillDigwyddiad rheolaidd. Gweler fanylion Sul 3 Mai.

Sul 4 Hydref Taith gyda WardenAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sul 5 Ebrill.

Mercher 7 Hydref (a phob Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 2 Mai.

Mercher 7 Hydref Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrymlynAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 1 Ebrill.

Sadwrn 10 Hydref Antur RhaeadrCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, maes parcio Cwm Porth, YstradfellteCyswllt: Ben Bonham, Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach, 07498 577495Manylion: Archwilio'r rheadrau taranllyd a'r coetir hydrefol syfrdanol. I blant 8-18 oed. Mae croeso i rai nad ydynt yn aelodau ond ffoniwch yn gyntaf.

Sadwrn 10 a Sul 11 Hydref Ffair Fwyd yr HydrefCyfarfod: 10am–5pm, Canolfan Treftadaeth Gwyr, Parkmill, Gwyr Cyswllt: Canolfan Treftadaeth Gwyr, 01792 371206Manylion: Arddangosfa cynhyrchwyr bwyd lleol ac arddangosiadau coginio. Pris mynediad llai.

Sadwrn 10 Hydref Chwilota mewn CoetirCyfarfod: 2–4pm, safle gwersylla Parc le Breos, Parkmill SA4 2HACyswllt: Dawn Thomas, Ieuenctid Cymdeithas Gwyr, 01792 392919Manylion: Ymunwch â grwp Addysg Awyr Agored Cymdeithas Gwyr wrth chwilio am blanhigion bwytadwy a geir yn y coetir a dysgu sut i'w paratoi. Addas i deuluoedd.

Sul 11 Hydref Taith Gerdded Pwll Cynffig / Traeth SgerCyfarfod: 9.30am, maes parcio canolfan y warchodfa, Cynffig, Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr CF33 4PTCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801-969618Manylion: Taith gerdded yn y bore gyda Grwp RSPB Gorllewin Morgannwg. Mae'n bosib bydd angen dillad diddos a bwts. Dim cwn os gwelwch yn dda. Mae'n bosib y codir tâl am barcio.

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Sun 11th October Fungus ForayMeet: 10am–12noon, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Search for and identify the fungi of Bishop’s Wood. Please bring your own collecting baskets or tubs.

Tue 13th October Amphibians TalkMeet: 7.30–9pm, Biosciences Building, Swansea University Singleton CampusContact: Paul Thornton, Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, 01792 830070Details: Talk by Peter Hill of Amphibian & Reptile Conservation.

Wed 14th October Wildlife Walk at RhossiliRepeat event. See details for Wed 13th May.

Thu 22nd October The Art of Japanese GardeningMeet: 2pm, St Paul's Parish Centre De La Beche Road, Swansea SA2 9ARContact: Sylvia Carlisle-Read, Welsh Historic Gardens Trust, 01792 510505Details: Find out about the Japanese-style garden at the National Botanic Garden of Wales that has recently been redesigned by Yoko Kawaguchi. All welcome, cost of £3 includes light refreshments.

Mon 26th October Halloween Ghost RideMeet: 6–8pm, Dunvant Rugby Club, KillayContact: BikeAbility Wales, 07584 044284Details: Venture into the dark on this family ride along the Clyne Valley track and discover what lies in the woods this Halloween. £6 per child, adults free.

Tue 27th October Woodland Litter PickRepeat event. See details for Tue 25th August.

Tue 27th October Tots on Tyres / Cycle SkillsRepeat events. See details for Tue 4th August.

Tue 27th October Volunteer Day at St MadocMeet: 10.30am–2.30pm, St Madoc Centre, Llanmadoc, Swansea, SA3 1DEContact: Jan, St Madoc Centre, 01792 386291Details: Enjoy the outdoor life by helping us to manage our 76-acre site in its spectacular natural context, and assist in keeping our coast clean. Please ring to book.

Wed 28th October Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 1Repeat event. See details for Wed 15th April.

Thu 29th October Road Safety Cycle Training: Level 2Repeat event. See details for Thu 16th April.

Sat 31st October Walk the WormRepeat event. See details for Sat 20th June.

Sat 31st October Halloween in the WoodsMeet: 2–5pm, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Spooktacular afternoon of fun and activities for children aged 4–11yrs.

Sat 31st October Halloween Haunted Woods ExperienceMeet: 6pm–midnight, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Join our Lost Entity Paranormal investigators for a night to remember in the woods. Book in advance.

Fungus ForayAmphibians Talk

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Sgwrs am AmffibiaidFforio am Ffyngau

Sun 11 Hydref Fforio am FfyngauCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Chwiliwch am ffyngau Coed yr Esgob a'u cofnodi. Dewch â'ch basgedi neu dybiau eich hun.

Mawrth 13 Hydref Sgwrs am AmffibiaidCyfarfod: 7.30–9pm, Adeilad y Biowyddorau, Campws Singleton Prifysgol AbertaweCyswllt: Paul Thornton, Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De a Gorllewin Cymru, 01792 830070Manylion: Sgwrs gan Peter Hill am Gadwraeth Amffibiaid ac Ymlusgiaid.

Mercher 14 Hydref Taith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 13 Mai.

Iau 22 Hydref Celfyddyd Garddio JapaneaiddCyfarfod: 2pm, Canolfan Blwyf Sant Paul, Heol De La Beche, Abertawe SA2 9ARCyswllt: Sylvia Carlisle-Read, Ymddiriedolaeth Gerddi Hanesyddol Cymru, 01792 510505Manylion: Dewch i ddysgu mwy am yr ardd arddull Japan yng Ngardd Fotaneg Genedlaethol Cymru a ail-ddyluniwyd yn ddiweddar gan Yoko Kawaguchi. Croeso i bawb, cost o £3 yn cynnwys lluniaeth ysgafn.

Llun 26 Hydref Taith Bwci Bo Calan Gaea'Cyfarfod: 6–8pm, Clwb Rygbi Dynfant, CilâCyswllt: BikeAbility Cymru, 07584 044284Manylion: Rhowch gynnig ar daith i'r teulu yn y tywyllwch ar hyd llwybr Dyffryn Clun a darganfod beth sy'n llechu yn y coed yn ystod Calan Gaea'. £6 i blant, oedolion am ddim.

Mawrth 27 Hydref Casglu Sbwriel yn y CoetirAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 25 Awst.

Mawrth 27 Hydref Plantos ar Deiars / Sgiliau BeicioAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mawrth 4 Awst.

Mawrth 27 Hydref Diwrnod Gwirfoddolwyr ym Madog SantCyfarfod: 10.30am–2.30pm, Canolfan Madog Sant, Llanmadog, Abertawe, SA3 1DECyswllt: Jan, Canolfan Madog Sant, 01792 386291Manylion: Mwynhewch y bywyd awyr agored trwy ein helpu i reoli ein safle 76 erw yn ei gyd-destun naturiol syfrdanol, a helpu i gadw'n harfordir yn lân. Ffoniwch i gadw lle.

Mercher 28 Hydref Hyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 1Ail-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 15 Ebrill.

Iau 29 Hydref Hyfforddiant Beicio Diogelwch Ffyrdd: Lefel 2Ail-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Iau 16 Ebrill.

Sadwrn 31 Hydref Cerdded Pen PyrodAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 20 Mehefin.

Sadwrn 31 Hydref Calan Gaea' yn y CoetirCyfarfod: 2–5pm, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Prynhawn bwganllyd o hwyl a gweithgareddau i blant rhwng 4 ac 11 oed.

Sadwrn 31 Hydref Profiad Calan Gaea' yn y Coetir HunllefusCyfarfod: 6pm–ganol nos, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Ymunwch â'n Hymchwilwyr 'Lost Entity' Goruwchnaturiol am noson i'w chofio yn y coed. Rhaid cadw lle ymlaen llaw.

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NOVEMBERSun 1st November Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionMeet: 11am–1pm, Rosehill Quarry Community Park, Terrace Road, Swansea, SA1 6HUContact: James Butler, 07512 806969Details: Regular volunteer session: litter pick, maintenance and other general tasks. Come and explore a hidden gem close to Swansea city centre.

Sun 1st November Walk with a WardenMeet: 11am–1pm, WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHContact: WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre, 01554 741087Details: Join the friendly experts for a gentle guided walk through the very heart of the wetlands. Included in admission.

Wed 4th November (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenMeet: 10am–12noon, next to Clydach Community Hall, Vardre Road, ClydachContact: Neil Barry, [email protected]: Join fellow volunteers to carry out a range of seasonal garden tasks and learn new skills in the company of others with shared interests. Emphasis on environmentally friendly food growing, with accessible paths, raised beds, and a polytunnel for activities on wet days.

Wed 4th November Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanMeet: 1pm, boardwalk behind the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay Campus Contact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Help clear litter along the beach of Crymlyn Burrows SSSI, from the University to River Neath. All welcome, bags and equipment provided.

Sat 7th November Autumn Walk and Open Fire TreatsMeet: 10–11.30am, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: A walk through the beautiful woods and cooking popcorn, marshmallows and sweet chestnuts on an open fire.

Sat 7th November Babell Graveyard Community DaysMeet: 10am–12noon, Babell Graveyard, Middle Road entrance, Cwmbwrla, SwanseaContact: Jo Mullett, Knotweed Control, 07790 505232Details: Help us tidy up and look after this much-neglected graveyard to create a green space for people and nature. Wear old clothes and sensible shoes. Tools and gloves provided. Plenty of volunteering opportunities, physical and non-physical, so please get in touch.

Sat 7th November Clydach Community GardenRepeat event. See details for Wed 4th November.

Sun 8th November Kidwelly Quay WalkMeet: 9.30am, Kidwelly Quay car park, Quay Road, Kidwelly SA17 5EFContact: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Details: A birdwatching morning walk with RSPB West Glamorgan Local Group. Weatherproof clothing and boots may be necessary. No dogs please. Parking fees may apply.

Tue 10th November The Greening of Swansea for Wildlife and WellbeingMeet: 7.30–9pm, Biosciences Building, Swansea University Singleton CampusContact: Deb Hill, 07967 138016Details: A Wildlife Trust talk on the work of Swansea Council and Natural Resources Wales to increase and enhance Swansea’s green infrastructure and biodiversity.

Wed 11th November Wildlife Walk at RhossiliMeet: 10am–12noon, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Enjoy a walk around Rhossili, discovering each season’s wildlife highlights, led by an NT Ranger. Free event.

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Danteithion Tân Agored

Sul 1 Tachwedd Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillCyfarfod: 11am–1pm, Parc Cymunedol Chwarel Rosehill, Heol y Teras, Abertawe, SA1 6HUCyswllt: James Butler, 07512 806969Manylion: Sesiwn gwirfoddolwyr rheolaidd: codi sbwriel, cynnal a chadw a thasgau cyffredinol eraill. Dewch i archwilio trysor cudd ger canol dinas Abertawe.

Sul 1 Tachwedd Taith gyda WardenCyfarfod: 11am–1pm, Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, Llwynhendy, Llanelli, SA14 9SHCyswllt: Canolfan Ymddiriedolaeth y Gwlyptir Llanelli, 01554 741087Manylion: Ymunwch â'r arbenigwyr cyfeillgar am daith gerdded hawdd trwy ganol y gwlyptir. Yn rhan o'r pris mynediad.

Mercher 4 Tachwedd (a phob Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, nesaf at Neuadd Gymunedol Clydach, Heol Fardre, ClydachCyswllt: Neil Barry, [email protected]: Ymunwch â gwirfoddolwyr eraill wrth gyflawni amrywiaeth o dasgau garddio tymhorol a dysgu sgiliau newydd yng nghwmni pobl â'r un diddordebau. Rhoddir pwyslais ar dyfu bwyd mewn modd sy'n llesol i'r amgylchedd, gyda llwybrau hygyrch, gwelyau wedi'u codi, a thwnelau polythen ar gyfer gweithgareddau diwrnodau glawog.

Mercher 4 Tachwedd Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrynlynCyfarfod: 1pm, y llwybr estyllod y tu ôl i'r Neuadd Fawr, Campws y Bae Prifysgol AbertaweCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Helpwch i glirio sbwriel ar hyd draeth SoDdGA Twyni Crymlyn, o'r brifysgol i afon Nedd. Croeso i bawb. Darperir bagiau ac offer.

Sadwrn 7 Tachwedd Taith Gerdded a Danteithion Tân AgoredCyfarfod: 10–11.30am, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Taith gerdded drwy goed hardd a choginio popcorn, malws melys a chastanau melys ar dân agored.

Sadwrn 7 Tachwedd Diwrnod y Gymuned Mynwent BabellCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, Mynwent Babell, mynedfa Heol Ganol, Cwmbwrla, Abertawe Cyswllt: Jo Mullett, Rheoli Canclwm, 07790 505232 Manylion: Helpwch ni i glirio a gofalu am y fynwent a fawr esgeuluswyd hon er mwyn creu llecyn gwyrdd i bobl a natur. Gwisgwch hen ddillad ac esgidiau synhwyrol. Darperir offer a menig. Mae digon o gyfleoedd gwirfoddoli, corfforol ac heb fod yn gorfforol, felly cysylltwch.

Sadwrn 7 Tachwedd Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 4 Tachweddd.

Sul 8 Tachwedd Taith Gerdded Cei CydweliCyfarfod: 9.30am, maes parcio Cei Cydweli, Heol y Cei, Cydweli SA17 5EFCyswllt: Russell Evans, 07801 969618Manylion: Taith gerdded yn y bore gyda Grwp RSPB Gorllewin Morgannwg. Mae'n bosib bydd angen dillad diddos a bwts. Dim cwn os gwelwch yn dda. Mae'n bosib y codir tâl am barcio.

Mawrth 10 Tachwedd Gwyrddio Abertawe er Bywyd Gwyllt a LlesCyfarfod: 7.30–9pm, Adeilad y Biowyddorau, Campws Singleton Prifysgol Abertawe Cyswllt: Deb Hill, 07967 138016Manylion: Sgwrs yr Ymddiriedolaeth Natur amwaith Cyngor Abertawe a Chyfoeth Naturiol Cymru i wella isadeiledd gwyrdd a bioamrywiaeth Abertawe.

Mercher 11 Tachwedd Taith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 13 Mai.

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Sat 14th November Zoological Museum TripMeet: contact for detailsContact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, 07498 577495Details: Learn all about the bodies of animals and see some amazing skeletons. Open to children ages aged 8–18yrs. Non-members welcome but please call first.

Mon 16th November Look What the Tide Washed InMeet: 12.30pm, boardwalk behind the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay Campus, Fabian WayContact: Ben Sampson, Swansea University, 01792 604445Details: Join the warden for a one-hour beachcomb along the shore of Crymlyn Burrows SSSI, looking for evidence of life below the waves. All welcome. Free but parking charges apply (good bus and bike links).

Tue 17th November Walk the WormMeet: 10am–3pm, by NT shop, Rhossili, GowerContact: National Trust, 01792 390636Details: Walk with the rangers to discover the wonders of Worms Head, the tidal island at the far end of Rhossili. Free event but booking essential as spaces are limited.

Thu 19th November Welsh Historic Gardens Trust TalkMeet: 2pm, St Paul's Parish Centre De La Beche Road, Swansea SA2 9ARContact: Sylvia Carlisle-Read, Welsh Historic Gardens Trust, 01792 510505Details: Join the local group of the Welsh Historic Gardens Trust for their monthly talk. Contact for further details. All welcome, cost of £3 includes light refreshments.

Sat 28th November Christmas Crafts and Sweet MakingMeet: 2–4pm, Village Hall, Penmaen, Gower SA3 2HJContact: Dawn Thomas, Gower Society Youth, 01792 392919Details: Join Gower Society Youth to get in the festive mood with this Christmas craft session, including Christmas sweet making and cards as well as Christmas food.

Sun 29th November Kilvey Christmas Tree Task DayMeet: 10am–2pm, car park Pentre-chwyth Road, Bonymaen, SwanseaContact: Trefor Davies, Kilvey Community Woodland Volunteers, 07963250105Details: Help to thin out unwanted conifers and take home a Christmas tree. Short uphill walk from car park. Dress for the weather and wear strong footwear. Please bring own refreshments. All welcome to this free family fun event but children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Date may change so please check beforehand.

Sat 21st and Sun 22nd November Green Fayre 10am–4pm, National Waterfront Museum, Swansea A unique shopping experience with the environment and ethics at its heart. Discover fresh, tasty, local produce and talented craftspeople offering green festive gifts. Be inspired by local volunteer projects and campaign groups alongside top tips on how to live more sustainably. FREE ENTRY for a great day out for all the family.

For more information, contact the Environment Centre on 01792 480200 or [email protected]

Green FayreLook What the Tide Washed In

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Cerdded Pen PyrodDiwrnod Tasg Coed Nadolig Cilfái

Sadwrn 14 Tachwedd Taith Amgueddfa SwolegolCyfarfod: Cysylltwch am fanylionCyswllt: Ben Bonham, Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach, 07498 577495Manylion: Dysgwch y cyfan am gyrff anifeiliaid a gweld rhai sgerbydau anhygoel. I blant 8–18 oed. Mae croeso i rai nad ydynt yn aelodau ond ffoniwch yn gyntaf.

Llun 16 Tachwedd Beth Ddaeth gyda'r Llanw?Cyfarfod: 12.30pm, y llwybr estyllod y tu ôl i'r Neuadd Fawr, Campws y Bae Prifysgol Abertawe, Ffordd FabianCyswllt: Ben Sampson, Prifysgol Abertawe, 01792 604445Manylion: Ymunwch â'r warden am awr yn archwilio'r traeth ar hyd glan môr SoDdGA Twyni Crymlyn, yn edrych am dystiolaeth o fywyd o dan y tonnau. Croeso i bawb. Am ddim ond codir tâl i barcio (mae cysylltiadau bws a beicio da ar gael).

Mawrth 17 Tachwedd Cerdded Pen PyrodCyfarfod: 10am–3pm, y tu allan i siop yr YG, Rhosili, GwyrCyswllt: Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol, 01792 390636Manylion: Taith gerdded gyda cheidwaid i ddarganfod rhyfeddodau Pen Pyrod, yr ynys llanw ar ben pellaf Rhosili. Digwyddiad am ddim ond rhaid cadw lle am fod lleoedd yn brin.

Iau 19 Tachwedd Sgwrs Ymddiriedolaeth Gerddi Hanesyddol CymruCyfarfod: 2pm, Canolfan Blwyf Sant Paul, Heol De La Beche, Abertawe SA2 9ARCyswllt: Sylvia Carlisle-Read, Ymddiriedolaeth Gerddi Hanesyddol Cymru, 01792 510505Manylion: Ymunwch â grwp lleol Ymddiriedolaeth Gerddi Hanesyddol Cymru am eu sgwrs misol. Cysylltwch am fwy o fanylion. Croeso i bawb, cost o £3 yn cynnwys lluniaeth ysgafn.

Sadwrn 28 Tachwedd Crefftau'r Nadolig a Gwneud LosinCyfarfod: 2–4pm, Neuadd y pentref, Penmaen, Gwyr SA3 2HJCyswllt: Dawn Thomas, Ieuenctid Cymdeithas Gwyr, 01792 392919Manylion: Ymunwch â Ieuenctid Cymdeithas Gwyr i roi dechrau ar y dathlu gyda'r sesiwn grefftau'r Nadolig hon, gan gynnwys gwneud losin a chardiau Nadolig ynghyd â bwyd y Nadolig.

Sul 29 Rhagfyr Diwrnod Tasg Coed Nadolig CilfáiCyfarfod: 10am–2pm, maes parcio Heol Pentre-chwyth, Bonymaen, AbertaweCyswllt: Trefor Davies, Gwirfoddolwyr Coetir Cymunedol Cilfái, 07963250105Manylion: Helpwch i deneuo'r conifferau a mynd â choeden Nadolig adref gyda chi. Taith gerdded fer i fyny bryn o'r maes parcio. Gwisgwch ar gyfer y tywydd ac esgidiau cadarn. Dewch â'ch lluniaeth eich hun. Mae croeso i bawb i'r digwyddiad hwyl am ddim hwn i'r teulu ond rhaid i blant fod gydag oedolyn cyfrifol. Gall y dyddiad newid felly gwiriwch ymlaen llaw.

Sadwrn 21 a Sul 22 Tachwedd Ffair Werdd 10am–4pm, Amgueddfa Genedlaethol y Glannau, Abertawe Profiad siopa unigryw gyda'r amgylchedd a moeseg wrth ei wraidd. Darganfyddwch gynnyrch ffres, blasus a lleol a chrefftwyr talentog yn gwerthu rhoddion tymhorol gwyrdd. Cewch eich ysbrydoli gan brosiectau gwirfoddol lleol a grwpiau ymgyrchu ynghyd â chlywed sut i fyw'n gynaliadwy. MYNEDIAD AM DDIM am ddiwrnod gwych i'r teulu cyfan.

Am fwy o wybodaeth, cysylltwch â Chanolfan yr Amgylchedd ar 01792 480200 neu [email protected]

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DECEMBERWed 2nd December (and every Wednesday) Clydach Community GardenMeet: 10am–12noon, next to Clydach Community Hall, Vardre Road, ClydachContact: Neil Barry, [email protected]: Join fellow volunteers to carry out a range of seasonal garden tasks and learn new skills in the company of others with shared interests. Emphasis on environmentally friendly food growing, with accessible paths, raised beds, and a polytunnel for activities on wet days.

Wed 2nd December Crymlyn Burrows Beach CleanRepeat event. See details for Wed 4th November.

Sat 5th December Babell Graveyard Community DaysRepeat event. See details for Sat 7th November.

Sat 5th December Clydach Community GardenRepeat event. See details for Wed 2nd December.

Sun 6th December Rosehill Quarry Volunteer SessionMeet: 11am–1pm, Rosehill Quarry Community Park, Terrace Road, Swansea, SA1 6HUContact: James Butler, 07512 806969Details: Regular volunteer session: litter pick, maintenance and other general tasks. Come and explore a hidden gem close to Swansea city centre. Tea and coffee provided if weather suitable.

Sun 6th December Walk with a WardenRepeat event. See details for Sun 1st November.

Tue 8th December Wildlife Trust Members’ EveningMeet: 7.30–9pm, Biosciences Building, Swansea University Singleton Campus, Mumbles RoadContact: Peter Hatherley, Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, 01656 662196Details: An evening, open to all, when Wildlife Trust members make short presentations on a variety of wildlife topics – all served with wine and mince pies.

Wed 9th December Wildlife Walk at RhossiliRepeat event. See details for Wed 11th November.

Sat 12th December Christmas Conservation WorkMeet: 10am–12noon, RSPB Cwm Clydach Reserve car park, Craig Cefn ParcContact: Ben Bonham, Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers, 07498 577495Details: Get stuck into clearing an area for birds and butterflies. Open to children ages aged 8–18yrs. Non-members welcome but please call first.

Sun 13th December Christmas Decorations WorkshopMeet: 10am–12noon, Bishop’s Wood Countryside Centre, CaswellContact: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Details: Create your own Christmas decorations out of natural materials. Coffee, tea and mince pies will be available. £3 adults, £2 children.

Sat 19th December to Sun 3rd January Reindeer Trail at PenllergareMeet: 10am–4pm, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Find Father Christmas’ reindeer in our Woodland Garden. The Trail starts at the coffee shop. £2 per child. (Not on Christmas day.)

Tue 29th, Wed 30th & Thu 31st December The Golden Woodcock HuntMeet: 10am–3.30pm, Penllergare Valley Woods, Penllergaer SA4 9GSContact: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, The Penllergare Trust, 01792 344224Details: Search for the lost Golden Woodcock, starting at the coffee shop. Fun for all the family between Christmas and New Year with this cross between a treasure hunt and orienteering. Please wear suitable outdoors clothing. £3 per person.

Sunset at Worms Head

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RHAGFYR

Gweithdy Addurniadau'r Nadolig

Mercher 2 Rhagfyr (a phob Mercher) Gardd Gymunedol ClydachCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, nesaf at Neuadd Gymunedol Clydach, Heol Fardre, ClydachCyswllt: Neil Barry, [email protected]: Ymunwch â gwirfoddolwyr eraill wrth gyflawni amrywiaeth o dasgau garddio tymhorol a dysgu sgiliau newydd yng nghwmni pobl â'r un diddordebau. Rhoddir pwyslais ar dyfu bwyd mewn modd sy'n llesol i'r amgylchedd, gyda llwybrau hygyrch, gwelyau wedi'u codi, a thwnelau polythen ar gyfer gweithgareddau diwrnodau glawog.

Mercher 2 Rhagfyr Glanhau Traeth Twyni CrymlynAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 4 Tachweddd.

Sadwrn 5 Rhagfyr Diwrnod y Gymuned Mynwent BabellAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sadwrn 7 Tachwedd.

Sadwrn 5 Rhagfyr Gardd Gymunedol ClydachAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 2 Mai.

Sul 6 Rhagfyr Sesiwn Gwirfoddolwyr Chwarel RosehillAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sul 1 Tachwedd.

Sul 6 Rhagfyr Taith gyda WardenAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Sul 1 Tachwedd.

Mawrth 8 Rhagfyr Noson i Aelodau'r Ymddiriedolaeth NaturCyfarfod: 7.30–9pm, Adeilad y Biowyddorau, Campws Singleton Prifysgol Abertawe, Heol y Mwmbwls, AbertaweCyswllt: Peter Hatherley, Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De & Gorllewin Cymru, 01656 662196Manylion: Noson, agored i bawb, o gyflwyniadau byr gan aelodau'r Ymddiriedolaeth Natur ar amrywiaeth o bynciau bywyd gwyllt – gyda gwin a mins peis.

Mercher 9 Rhagfyr Taith Gerdded Bywyd Gwyllt yn RhosiliAil-ddigwyddiad. Gweler fanylion Mercher 11 Tachweddd.

Sadwrn 12 Rhagfyr Gwaith Cadwraeth y NadoligCyfarfod: 10am-12ganol dydd, maes parcio Gwarchodfa Cwm Clydach RSPB, Craig-cefn-parcCyswllt: Ben Bonham, Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach, 07498 577495Manylion: Ewch ati i glirio ardal ar gyfer adar ac ieir bach yr haf. I blant 8–18 oed. Mae croeso i rai nad ydynt yn aelodau ond ffoniwch yn gyntaf.

Sul 13 Rhagfyr Gweithdy Addurniadau'r NadoligCyfarfod: 10am–12ganol dydd, Canolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob, CaswellCyswllt: Karen Jones, 01792 361703Manylion: Dewch i greu eich addurniadau Nadolig eich hun o ddeunyddiau naturiol. Bydd coffi, te a mins peis ar gael. £3 i oedolion, £2 i blant.

Sadwrn 19 Rhagfyr i Sul 3 Ionawr Llwybr y Ceirw ym MhenllergaerCyfarfod: 10am–4pm, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Dewch i weld ceirw Siôn Corn yng ngardd ein coetir. Mae'r llwybr yn dechrau yn y siop goffi. £2 y plentyn. (Nid ar ddydd Nadolig.)

Mawrth 29, Mercher 30 ac Iau 31 Rhagfyr Helfa'r Cyffylog AurCyfarfod: 10am–3.30ganol dydd, Coed Cwm Penllergaer, Penllergaer, SA4 9GSCyswllt: Stuart Hemsley-Rice, Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer, 01792 344224Manylion: Dewch i chwilio am y Cyffylog Aur, gan ddechrau yn y siop goffi. Hwyl i'r teulu cyfan rhwng y Nadolig a'r Flwyddyn Newydd gyda'r gymysgedd hwn o helfa drysor a chyfeiriadu. Gwisgwch ddillad addas i'r awyr agored. £3 y person.

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FURTHER INFORMATIONCITY AND COUNTY OF SWANSEANature Conservation Team Deb Hill, 01792 635777 Protecting and enhancing areas of ecological and landscape importance in Swansea for the benefit of people and wildlife.

Bishop's Wood Local Nature Reserve and Countryside Centre Karen Jones, 01792 361703 www.swansea.gov.uk/bishopswood Popular Local Nature Reserve and countryside centre in Caswell.

Countryside Access Team Chris Dale, 01792 635750 www.swansea.gov.uk/countrysideaccess Protecting, improving and promoting the footpath and bridleway network throughout the County of Swansea, providing information and dealing with problems.

Gower AONB Team Chris Lindley, 01792 635094 www.swansea.gov.uk/aonb www.thisisgower.co.uk Supporting the conservation and enhancement of the Gower AONB.

OTHER ORGANISATIONS AND GROUPSBikeAbility Wales Mike Cherry, 07968 109145 or Cez Matthews, 07584 04428 www.bikeabilitywales.org.uk Enabling people of all abilities to enjoy the pleasures and health benefits of cycling.

Clydach Community Garden Neil Barry, [email protected] Volunteer-run community project with an emphasis on wellbeing and environmentally friendly food growing, offering seasonal garden tasks and opportunities to learn new skills and socialise.

Clydach Heritage Centre Gwyn Evans, 0844 209 4551 www.clydachheritagecentre.com A small volunteer-run heritage and information centre in Coedgwilym Park alongside Swansea Canal with displays and refreshments available.

Clyne Valley Community Project Barbara Parry, 07843 667626 www.clynevalleycommunityproject.co.uk Improving access and organising activities to encourage the community to use and enjoy Clyne Valley.

Coeden Fach Community Tree Nursery Kate Davies, 07831 923244 www.coedenfach.org.uk A project based in Bishopston offering training and practical experience of sustainable land management and providing native trees.

Cwm Clydach Kites and Dippers RSPB Group Ben Bonham, 07498 577495 www.kitesanddippers.org.uk A local group for children aged 8 to 18 years enthusiastic about wildlife.

Cwm Tawe Cycling and Walking Group Richie Saunders, 07891 508688 Organising a variety of activities, based at Clydach Heritage Centre, Coed Gwilym Park, Clydach.

Cycling UK Swansea and West Wales Ian Davies, 07813 856969 www.cyclinguk.org/local-groups/swansea-and-west-wales The local Cycling UK group organises rides every week as well as social events and holidays.

Down to Earth Jon Bayley, 01792 232439 www.downtoearthproject.org.uk Doing good things together – sustainable construction, adventures, well-being and therapy.

The Environment Centre Rhian Corcoran, 01792 480200 www.environmentcentre.org.uk A hub for the environment movement in Swansea. Exchange views, take action, learn new things, and shop ethically and plastic free.

Forest School Swansea Neath Port Talbot Holli Yeoman, 01792 367118 www.forestschoolsnpt.org.uk Raising awareness and appreciation of local woodlands and green spaces through recreational, educational and training activities.

Forest School SNPT Bishop's Wood Local Nature Reserve

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MWY O WYBODAETHDINAS A SIR ABERTAWETîm Cadwraeth Natur Deb Hill, 01792 635777 Diogelu a gwella ardaloedd o bwys ecolegol a thirwedd yn Abertawe er budd pobl a bywyd gwyllt.

Gwarchodfa Natur Leol a Chanolfan Cefn Gwlad Coed yr Esgob Karen Jones, 01792 361703 www.abertawe.gov.uk/coedyresgob Gwarchodfa natur leol a chanolfan cefn gwlad boblogaidd yn Caswell.

Tîm Mynediad i Gefn Gwlad Chris Dale, 01792 635750 www.abertawe.gov.uk/mynediadcefngwlad Diogelu, gwella a hyrwyddo'r rhwydwaith llwybrau cerdded a llwybrau ceffyl ar draws Sir Abertawe, gan ddarparu gwybodaeth a mynd i'r afael â phroblemau.

Tîm AoHNE Gwyr Chris Lindley, 01792 635094 www.swansea.gov.uk/aonb www.thisisgower.co.uk Cefnogi cadwraeth a gwella AoHNE Gw yr.

SEFYDLIADAU A GRWPIAU ERAILLBikeAbility Cymru Mike Cherry, 07968 109145 neu Cez Matthews, 07584 04428 www.bikeabilitywales.org.uk Yn galluogi pobl o bob gallu i fwynhau pleserau a buddion iechyd beicio.

Gardd Gymunedol Clydach Neil Barry, [email protected] Prosiect cymunedol a weithredir gan wirfoddolwyr gyda phwyslais ar les a thyfu bwyd mewn modd sy'n llesol i'r amgylchedd, gan gynnig tasgau garddio tymhorol a chyfleoedd i ddysgu sgiliau newydd a chymdeithasu.

Canolfan Dreftadaeth Clydach Gwyn Evans, 0844 209 4551 www.clydachheritagecentre.com Canolfan treftadaeth a gwybodaeth fach a reolir gan wirfoddolwyr ym Mharc Coed Gwilym ger Camlas Tawe gydag arddangosiadau a lluniaeth ar gael.

Prosiect Cymunedol Dyffryn Clun Barbara Parry, 07843 667626 www.clynevalleycommunityproject.co.uk Gwella mynediad a threfnu gweithgareddau i annog y gymuned i ddefnyddio a mwynhau Dyffryn Clun.

Meithrinfa Goed Gymunedol Coeden Fach Kate Davies, 07831 923244 www.coedenfach.org.uk Prosiect yn Llandeilo Ferwallt sy'n cynnig hyfforddiant a phrofiad ymarferol o reoli tir cynaliadwy a darparu coed brodorol.

Gwyr RSPB Kites and Dippers Cwm Clydach Ben Bonham, 07498 577495 www.kitesanddippers.org.uk Grw p lleol i blant 8–18 oed sy'n frwd am fywyd gwyllt.

Grwp Beicio a Cherdded Cwm Tawe Richie Saunders, 07891 508688 Yn trefnu amrywiaeth o weithgareddau o Ganolfan Dreftadaeth Clydach, Parc Coed Gwilym, Clydach.

Cycling UK Abertawe a Gorllewin Cymru Ian Davies, 07813 856969 www.cyclinguk.org/local-groups/swansea-and-west-wales Mae'r grw p Cycling UK lleol yn trefnu teithiau beicio bob wythnos yn ogystal â digwyddiadau cymdeithasol a gwyliau.

Prosiect Down to Earth Jon Bayley, 01792 232439 www.downtoearthproject.org.uk Gwneud pethau da gyda'n gilydd – adeiladu cynaliadwy, anturiaethau, lles a therapi.

Canolfan yr Amgylchedd Rhian Corcoran, 01792 480200 www.environmentcentre.org.uk Hwb ar gyfer mudiad yr amgylchedd yn Abertawe. Cyfle i rannu barn, cymryd camau gweithredu, dysgu pethau newydd, a siopa'n foesegol gan osgoi pecynnu plastig.

Ysgol Goedwig Abertawe Castell-nedd Port Talbot Holli Yeoman, 01792 367118 www.forestschoolsnpt.org.uk Cynyddu ymwybyddiaeth a gwerthfawrogiad o goetiroedd a mannau gwyrdd lleol trwy weithgareddau hamdden, addysgol a hyfforddiant.

Meithrinfa Goed Gymunedol Coeden FachBikeAbility Cymru

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Gay Outdoor Club [email protected] www.goc.org.uk A friendly mixed LGBT group with monthly walks in the whole of South and West Wales, weekends away, and other outdoor activities.

Glamorgan–Gwent Archaeological Trust Dr. Edith Evans or Paul Huckfield, 01792 655208 www.ggat.org.uk Working to protect, record and interpret our archaeological and historical inheritance.

Gower Ornithological Society Jeremy Douglas-Jones, 01792 551331 www.gowerbirds.org.uk A society with a programme of talks and field trips for those interested in birds.

Keep Wales Tidy Phil Budd, 07717 495188 www.keepwalestidy.cymru Supporting litter picks, beach cleans and environmental projects in and around Swansea.

Kilvey Community Woodland Volunteers [email protected] or text Marian on 07988 721613 An active group that organises regular task days, craft events and children's bushcraft activities each month.

Knotweed Control Jo Mullett, 07790 705232 www.knotweedcontrolwales.co.uk Providing professional advice and effective solutions for property and landowners affected by Japanese knotweed and other invasive non-native plants.

Llys Nini Animal Centre Sally Hyman, 01792 229435 www.rspca-llysnini.org.uk A local charity working for animals, people and the environment.

Mumbles Development Trust Robin Bonham, 01792 405169 www.mumblesdevelopmenttrust.org Working for the regeneration of Mumbles and supporting community self-help projects.

Low Carbon Swansea Bay Philip McDonnell, 01792 898423 lowcarbonswansea.weebly.com A network of public, private and voluntary organisations in South West Wales working together to reduce carbon emissions and energy costs.

National Trust Mark Hipkin, 07717 782449 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/gower Keeping Gower special for ever for everyone.

Nature Days Dawn Thomas, 01792 392919 www.naturedays.co.uk Educational field trips and outdoor activity days including the Gower Society Outdoor Ed group.

Oakley Intertidal Judith Oakley, 07879 837817 Dedicated to raising awareness of our amazing marine and coastal environment through unique outdoor educational activities.

Penllergare Trust Lee Turner, 01792 344224 www.penllergare.org Working to restore the historic Penllergare estate as a recreational green space.

Rosehill Quarry Group James Butler, [email protected] Volunteer group maintaining a wildlife area and recreational space for those living in and around Mount Pleasant and Townhill.

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Maggie Cornelius, 01792 229244 www.rspb.org.uk/groups/westglamorgan The local RSPB Members Group holds walks and talks open to all members of the public.

Sculpture by the Sea UK Sara Holden, 01792 367571 www.artandeducationbythesea.co.uk An environmental arts group based in Swansea which enables children and adults to engage with nature in a creative way.

St. Madoc Centre Rob and Heather Lyne, 01792 386291 www.stmadoc.co.uk Residential centre for groups in a stunning location offering outdoor activities and wildlife events.

Swansea Bay Cycle Forum Nick Guy, 07551 538825 swanseabaycycleforum.weebly.com Bringing together individuals and organisations to promote and facilitate cycling in the Swansea Bay area.

Sculpture by the Sea UK Swansea Bay Cycle Forum

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Clwb Awyr Agored Hoyw [email protected] www.goc.org.uk Grw p LGBT cymysg cyfeillgar gyda theithiau cerdded yn ne a gorllewin Cymru gyfan, penwythnosau i ffwrdd a gweithgareddau awyr agored eraill.

Ymddiriedolaeth Archeolegol Morgannwg-Gwent Dr. Edith Evans or Paul Huckfield, 01792 655208 www.ggat.org.uk Gweithio i ddiogelu, cofnodi a dehongli ein hetifeddiaeth archeolegol a hanesyddol.

Cymdeithas Adaregol Gwyr Jeremy Douglas-Jones, 01792 551331 www.gowerbirds.org.uk Cymdeithas gyda rhaglen o sgyrsiau a gwibdeithiau maes i'r rhai sydd â diddordeb mewn adar.

Cadwch Gymru'n Daclus Phil Budd, 07717 495188 www.keepwalestidy.cymru Yn cefnogi codi sbwriel, glanhau traethau a phrosiectau amgylcheddol yn Abertawe a'r cylch.

Gwirfoddolwyr Coetir Cymunedol Cilfái [email protected] neu tecstiwch Marian ar 07988 721613 Grw p actif sy'n trefnu diwrnodau tasg rheolaidd, digwyddiadau crefft a gweithgareddau byw yn y gwyllt i blant bob mis.

Rheoli Canclwm Jo Mullett, 07790 705232 www.knotweedcontrolwales.co.uk Yn darparu cyngor proffesiynol a datrysiadau effeithiol i berchnogion eiddo a thir yr effeithir arnynt gan ganclwm Japan a phlanhigion anfrodol ymledol eraill.

Canolfan Anifeiliaid Llys Nini Sally Hyman, 01792 229435 www.rspca-llysnini.org.uk Elusen leol sy'n gweithio ar gyfer anifeiliaid, pobl a'r amgylchedd.

Ymddiriedolaeth Datblygu'r Mwmbwls Robin Bonham, 01792 405169 www.mumblesdevelopmenttrust.org Yn gweithio i adnewyddu'r Mwmbwls ac yn cefnogi prosiectau hunangymorth cymunedol.

Bae Abertawe Carbon Isel Philip McDonnell, 01792 898423 lowcarbonswansea.weebly.com Rhwydwaith o sefydliadau cyhoeddus, preifat a gwirfoddol yn ne-orllewin Cymru sy'n gweithio gyda'i gilydd i leihau allyriadau carbon a chostau ynni.

Yr Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol Mark Hipkin, 07717 782449 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/gower Cadw Gw yr yn arbennig am byth i bawb.

Dyddiau Natur Dawn Thomas, 01792 392919 www.naturedays.co.uk Gwibdeithiau addysgiadol a gweithgareddau awyr agored gan gynnwys grwp Addysg Awyr Agored Cymdeithas Gwyr.

Oakley Intertidal Judith Oakley, 07879 837817 Yn ymroddedig i gynyddu ymwybyddiaeth o'n hamgylchedd morol ac arfordirol rhyfeddol trwy weithgareddau addysgol awyr agored unigryw.

Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer Lee Turner, 01792 344224 www.penllergare.org Yn gweithio i adfer ystâd hanesyddol Penllergaer fel man gwyrdd at ddiben hamdden.

Grwp Chwarel Rosehill James Butler, [email protected] Grwp gwirfoddolwyr sy'n cynnal ardal bywyd gwyllt ac ardal hamdden i'r rhai sy'n byw yn Mount Pleasant a Townhill a'r cyffiniau.

Cymdeithas Frenhinol er Gwarchod Adar (RSPB) Maggie Cornelius, 01792 229244 www.rspb.org.uk/groups/westglamorgan Mae'r Grw p Aelodau RSPB lleol yn trefnu teithiau cerdded a sgyrsiau sy'n agored i bob aelod o'r cyhoedd.

Cerflunio ar lan y Môr Sara Holden, 01792 367571 www.artandeducationbythesea.co.uk Grw p celf amgylcheddol yn Abertawe sy'n galluogi plant ac oedolion i ymwneud â byd natur mewn ffordd greadigol.

Canolfan Madog Sant Rob a Heather Lyne, 01792 386291 www.stmadoc.co.uk Canolfan breswyl ar gyfer grwpiau mewn lleoliad syfrdanol sy'n cynnig gweithgareddau awyr agored a bywyd gwyllt.

Fforwm Beicio Bae Abertawe Nick Guy, 07551 538825 swanseabaycycleforum.weebly.com Yn dod ag unigolion a sefydliadau ynghyd i hyrwyddo a hwyluso beicio yn ardal Bae Abertawe.

Ymddiriedolaeth Penllergaer Grŵp Aelodau RSPB Lleol

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Swansea Built Heritage Group Philip McDonnell, 01792 898423 swanseabuiltheritagegroup.weebly.com A partnership of local organisations, community groups and individuals seeking to protect and promote historic buildings and heritage sites across Swansea.

Swansea Canal Society 0844 209 4548 (answerphone) www.swanseacanalsociety.com Promoting the regeneration, renewal and restoration of Swansea Canal through recreation, education, culture and weekly clean-ups.

Swansea Civic Society John Steevens, 01792 643791 www.swanseacivicsociety.org.uk Encouraging a quality and sustainable built environment for Swansea.

Swansea Community Farm 01792 578384 or [email protected] A small working farm helping to reconnect people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities with their food, their environment and each other.

Swansea Community Growing Network Philip McDonnell, 01792 898423 swanseacommunitygrowing.weebly.com Promoting and supporting community growing in Swansea to improve food security and community resilience.

Swansea Environmental Forum (SEF) Philip McDonnell, 01792 480200 Promoting and facilitating environmental sustainability in Swansea through projects, events and partnerships.

Swansea Fair Trade Forum Clare Bennett, 01792 480200 www.fairtradeswansea.org.uk A partnership of local organisations seeking to promote fair trade in Swansea.

Swansea Greenpeace Alison Broady, 07926 285806 greenwire.greenpeace.org/uk/en-gb/groups/ swansea-greenpeace A local campaign group of the organisation Greenpeace, taking action on global environmental issues.

Swansea Organic Gardening Group Elaine David, 01792 863678 The group has regular meetings to promote and support organic gardening.

Swansea Outdoor Group Gary Bowen, 07974 574181 or Lisa Skyrme, 07951 496942 www.swanseaoutdoorgroup.org.uk A friendly group for walking, cycling and other outdoor activities. YHA affiliated.

Swansea Ramblers John France, 01792 547439 www.swansearamblers.org.uk Friendly local walking group with a full weekly programme of short, medium and long walks throughout the year with social events and an emphasis on fun.

Tawe Trekkers David Horton, 07802 673484 www.tawetrekkers.org.uk Local younger persons Ramblers group with a programme of walks, weekend trips and other social events throughout the year.

Welsh Historic Gardens Trust (West Glamorgan Branch) Sylvia Carlisle-Read, 01792 510505 www.whgt.org.uk A conservation and heritage organisation set up to protect and conserve historic garden and park landscapes of Wales.

Wheelrights Nick Guy, 07551 538825 www.wheelrights.org.uk Swansea Bay cycle campaign group helping to get people on bikes.

Wild Gower Dr Deborah Sazer, 07703 343597 Facebook: @wildgowerLearn about the rich wildlife of Gower and Swansea: identification, conservation and management of wildflowers, insects, habitats and more.

Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (Swansea Group) Paul Thornton, 07966 564372 www.welshwildlife.org Wildlife events, activities and volunteering opportunities. Practical conservation volunteer days most Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Swansea Local Group organises monthly talks and field trips.

WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre 01554 741087 www.wwt.org.uk/llanelli Spectacular wildlife and a variety of indoor and outdoor activities all year round.

Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre

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Grwp Treftadaeth Adeiledig Abertawe Philip McDonnell, 01792 898423 swanseabuiltheritagegroup.weebly.com Partneriaeth o sefydliadau, grwpiau cymunedol ac unigolion lleol sy'n ceisio diogelu a hyrwyddo adeiladau hanesyddol a safleoedd treftadaeth ar draws Abertawe.

Cymdeithas Camlas Tawe 0844 209 4548 (ffôn ateb) www.swanseacanalsociety.com Hyrwyddo prosiectau i adfywio, adnewyddu ac adfer Camlas Tawe trwy hamdden, addysg, diwylliant a digwyddiadau glanhau wythnosol.

Cymdeithas Ddinesig Abertawe John Steevens, 01792 643791 www.swanseacivicsociety.org.uk Annog amgylchedd cynaliadwy o safon i Abertawe.

Fferm Gymunedol Abertawe 01792 578384 or [email protected] Fferm weithredol fach sy'n helpu i ailgysylltu pobl o bob oedran, cefndir a gallu â'u bwyd, eu hamgylchedd a'i gilydd.

Rhwydwaith Tyfu Cymunedol Abertawe Philip McDonnell, 01792 898423 swanseacommunitygrowing.weebly.com Hyrwyddo a chefnogi tyfu cymunedol yn Abertawe er mwyn gwella diogelwch bwyd a gwydnwch cymunedol.

Fforwm Amgylcheddol Abertawe (SEF) Philip McDonnell, 01792 480200 www.swanseaenvironmentalforum.net Hyrwyddo a hwyluso cynaladwyedd amgylcheddol yn Abertawe trwy brosiectau, digwyddiadau a phartneriaethau.

Fforwm Masnach Deg Abertawe Clare Bennett, 01792 480200 www.fairtradeswansea.org.uk Partneriaeth o sefydliadau lleol sy'n ceisio hyrwyddo masnach deg yn Abertawe.

Greenpeace Abertawe Alison Broady, 07926 285806 greenwire.greenpeace.org/uk/en-gb/groups/ swansea-greenpeace Un o grwpiau ymgyrchu lleol y sefydliad Greenpeace sy'n mynd i'r afael â materion amgylcheddol byd-eang.

Grwp Garddio Organig Abertawe Elaine David, 01792 863678 Mae'r Grw p yn cynnal cyfarfodydd rheolaidd i hyrwyddo a chefnogi garddio organig.

Grwp Awyr Agored Abertawe Gary Bowen, 07974 574181 neu Lisa Skyrme, 07951 496942 www.swanseaoutdoorgroup.org.uk Grw p cyfeillgar ar gyfer cerdded, beicio a gweithgareddau awyr agored eraill. Yn aelod cyswllt o'r YHA.

Cerddwyr Abertawe John France, 01792 547439 www.swansearamblers.org.uk Grw p cerdded lleol cyfeillgar gyda rhaglen wythnosol lawn o deithiau cerdded byr, canolig a hir trwy gydol y flwyddyn ynghyd â digwyddiadau cymdeithasol a phwyslais ar hwyl.

Teithwyr Tawe (Tawe Trekkers) David Horton, 07802 673484 www.tawetrekkers.org.uk Grw p Ramblers lleol i bobl ifanc gyda rhaglen o deithiau cerdded, teithiau penwythnos a digwyddiadau cymdeithasol eraill trwy gydol y flwyddyn.

Ymddiriedolaeth Gerddi Hanesyddol Cymru (Cangen Gorllewin Morgannwg) Sylvia Carlisle-Read, 01792 510505 www.whgt.org.uk Sefydliad cadwraeth a threftadaeth a sefydlwyd i ddiogelu a chadw tirweddau gerddi a pharciau hanesyddol Cymru.

Wheelrights Nick Guy, 07551 538825 www.wheelrights.org.uk Grw p ymgyrchu beicio Bae Abertawe sy'n helpu i annog pobl i feicio.

Gŵyr Gwyllt Dr Deborah Sazer, 07703 343597 Facebook: @wildgower Dysgwch am fywyd gwyllt cyfoethog Gwyr ac Abertawe: nodi, cadw a rheoli blodau gwyllt, pryfed, cynefinoedd a mwy.

Ymddiriedolaeth Bywyd Gwyllt De a Gorllewin Cymru (Grwp Abertawe) Paul Thornton, 07966 564372 www.welshwildlife.org Digwyddiadau bywyd gwyllt, gweithgareddau a chyfleoedd gwirfoddoli. Diwrnodau cadwraeth ymarferol fel arfer ar ddydd Mawrth ac Iau. Mae Grw p Lleol Abertawe yn trefnu sgyrsiau ac alldeithiau misol.

Canolfan Gwlyptir WWT Llanelli 01554 741087 www.wwt.org.uk/llanelli Bywyd gwyllt anhygoel ac amrywiaeth o weithgareddau dan do ac awyr agored drwy'r flwyddyn.

Cerddwyr Abertawe Gŵyr Gwyllt

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The Environmental Events Swansea booklet is supported by the Welsh Government’s ENRaW, LNP Cymru grant-funded project.

A PDF version will be available from: www.swansea.gov.uk/environmentalevents

Cefnogir llyfryn Digwyddiadau Amgylcheddol Abertawe gan ENRaW, Llywodraeth Cymru, prosiect a ariennir gan PNLl Cymru.

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