Celebrating 850 Years of the Eisteddfod
Carreg Filltir Las: Taith Yr Arglwydd Rhys
Small World Theatre joins the National Eisteddfod of Wales to mark its 850th anniversary with a week-long journey across west Wales, featuring our giant puppet of Lord Rhys, and ending in a public celebration at Cardigan Castle.
A cultural journey
Join The Eisteddfod for free events including music and poetry as we welcome Lord Rhys and his faithful hound Teifi to the following locations.
20/06/26 – 16:30 📍 Newcastle Emlyn
Lord Rhys will attend the local Eisteddfod at Ysgol y Ddwylan. Come join the welcome ceremony with Eddie Ladd and Mari Mathias.
21/06/26 – 12:00 📍 Talgarreg
At the rear of the Glanyrafon Arms, Lord Rhys and his dog Teifi arrive to witness a theatrical interpretation of the Rebecca Riots, adapted from Kathryn Campbell Dodd’s film Cragen Becca. The welcome ceremony follows, led by Eddie Ladd, Mari Mathias and Ceri Wyn Jones. Afterwards, enjoy performances from Mari Mathias and Casi Wyn.
21/6/26 – 18:00 – 📍 Llangrannog
Lord Rhys and Teifi descend to the beach to hear the words of Llangrannog’s own Cranogwen, recited by Eddie Ladd, alongside a performance by Joe Shapland. The welcome ceremony follows with Eddie Ladd, Mari Mathias and Ceri Wyn Jones. The evening continues with performances from Gwefus Mefus, Chwaer and Ceri in the Beach Hut and Pentre Arms.
25/6/26 – 18:00 – 📍 Wdig
Join us on Goodwick Sands, outside Ocean Lab, for the arrival of Lord Rhys and his dog Teifi. The welcome ceremony will be led by Eddie Ladd, Mari Mathias and Ceri Wyn Jones.
Stay on after the ceremony for music from Goodwick Brass Band and Dros Dro, plus poetry from Gwenallt Llwyd Ifan. Ocean Lab will also be hosting its first Burger Evening, with food, drinks and a warm welcome.
26/6/26 – 18:00 – 📍Maenclochog
The arrival of Lord Rhys and his dog Teifi comes to Maenclochog’s village square. Following the welcome ceremony, led by Eddie Ladd, Mari Mathias and Ceri Wyn Jones, enjoy music from Lowri Evans and Mei Gwynedd, alongside poetry from Eifion Daniels, Rachel James, Rhiannon Iwerydd and Wyn Owens.
Arglwydd Rhys’ Homecoming!
27/6/26
A day and an evening’s free entertainment in Cardigan Castle to celebrate Lord Rhys’ homecoming.
In the Castle
12:00 - 17:00 - Family activities throughout the afternoon.
Live music
Great bands throughout the day, programmed with the help of Aberteifi LIVE. Free entry.
Lord Rhys’ homecoming
The grand procession sets off at 18:00.
Lawn Stage
13:00 – 13:40 - Dewin
14:00 – 14:40 - Betsan
15:00 – 15:40 - Lafant
16:00 – 16:40 - Mellt
17:00 – 17:45 - Carwyn Elis Rio 18
19:30 - 20:15 - Mwsog
21:00 - 22:00 - Band Pres Llareggub
Pavilion Stage
13:30 – 14:10 - Kizzy Crawford
14:30 – 15:10 - Rhiannon O’Connor
15:30 – 16:10 - Vrii
16:30 – 17:10 - Gwilym Bowen Rhys
19:30 - 21:00 - STOMP Barddoniaeth
21:30 - 22:30 - Creuriau Sain
Parade
18:00 – 19:00
A grand procession will make its way down High Street to the Quayside, led by Lord Rhys alongside his faithful hound Teifi, the Wolves of Spraoi, and a host of spectacular performers and characters.
At the Quayside, Lord Rhys will receive a ceremonial welcome as the Eisteddfod Chair arrives accompanied by musicians on horseback, while the Crown is carried upriver by poets aboard traditional boats.
The celebrations will culminate with Lord Rhys returning triumphantly to the castle, where he will join the evening festivities and performances.