CHIRK EVENTS AND HIGHLIGHTS

CHIRK EVENTS AND HIGHLIGHTS

SATURDAY 23rd November

10am - 3pm explore the wonders of Chirk!

Head to the Parish Hall to discover some of the fascinating history of Chirk under one roof with history talks, pop-up art exhibitions, a craft workshop and interactive ‘build an aqueduct’ which is a much loved STEM activity for children and adults alike! Head to the high street and along the way take the scenic art trail way launching that day, in addition to the incredible Chirk Castle, aqueduct, viaduct and multiple buildings including St. Mary’s Church. It is also a great day for Christmas shopping with other events taking place such as St. Mary’s Church Christmas Fair, Craft Fayre at Caffi Wylfa and a bustling high street of independent shops and eateries aplenty. You will be spoilt for choice!

More programme information and timings can be found the week of the event on social @thestreaminthesky

Parish Hall, Chirk, 10am - 3pm 

  • Graham Greasley, historian, will be exhibiting and talking about his unique collection of local history

  • Martin Brown, photographer, will be exhibiting portraits of local people 

  • Deryn Poppitt, historian, will be exhibiting some of his unique local newspaper collection 

  • Liz Carding, felt artist and printmaker, will be exhibiting her work 

  • Tina Rogers is a painter and illustrator who will be exhibiting her beautiful ‘Chirkers’ series especially for this event

  • Xplore in Wrexham are bringing their interactive ‘build an Aqueduct’ STEM activity

  • Sarah Wheeler, poetry reading/recital, will take place at 11 am

  • A display and stories from Jim Heath

  • Jim Heath’s Chirk art trail will be launched with a permanent map created by the artist!

  • St. Mary’s Church Christmas Fair will be in the church hall from 10 am - 12.30 pm on Saturday 23rd November

  • Caffi Wylfa Christmas Craft & Gift Fayre 10 am – 4 pm

Timetable of Events

11.00am - Poetry Reading by Dr Darah Wheeler

10.00am – 11.30am - Xplore in Wrexham are bringing their interactive ‘build an Aqueduct’ STEM activity.

11.45am – 12.15am – Jim Heath is a freelance artist based in Chirk and will be telling us a tale or two from life as an artist living in Chirk.

2.00pm – 2.30pm - From Normans to Navvies. A look at the major changes that have impacted on the village over the past thousand years from the building of the Church to the Town today. Graham Greasley will be describing his perspective about the people who worked in the mines, built houses and worked in local factories.

Pop-Up Exhibitions include:

Graham Greasley, Local Historian – Collection of unique local historical information on Chirk to view

Tina Rogers, Artist - Tina has captured a portrait of 'Chirkers' in her collection of artworks that are inspired by the local folk of the town 

Deryn Poppitt, Local Historian – Bringing an interesting collection of local newspaper stories 

Liz Carding, Printmaking and Felt - Liz has a strong bond to her local landscape which is inspired in her felt and printmaking works that reflect the environment around Chirk 

Martin Brown, Photographer – Martin will be showcasing two projects covering some familiar faces of Chirk and from his project called, ‘The Last Mile Project’ spanning some 40 years. 

Jim Heath, Woodworker and Painter - Jim Heath is a freelance artist based in Chirk and will be showcasing some of his works. Jim’s Chirk art trail will then be launched with a permanent map created by the artist!

We also extend our gratitude to the following valued contributors and supporters:

Sue Kempster, Councillor for Llangollen Community Council.

Sian Williams, Sians Cafe in the Garden

Keith Sinclair, Secretary of Froncysyllte Community Centre 

Carl Holland, Owner of North and South Workshop, Cefn Mawr

David Metcalf, Owner of The Hollybush and Ebenezer Chapel

Tyger benbow-Jones, Community Councillor for Cefn