Llanwrtyd Wells is representing Wales in Britain in Bloom competition

Llanwrtyd Wells welcomed the Royal Horticultural Show judges who came to judge the town's entry to Britain in Bloom 2026.

The town is one of nine in its category for the whole of the UK and the only one representing Wales.

Some of the beautiful displays at Llanwrtyd Wells | Peter Barnett

placeholder image — Some of the beautiful displays at Llanwrtyd Wells | Peter Barnett

A spokesperson said: “This is a great honour for us. The community have worked really hard over the past few months to present Llanwrtyd at its very best, with floral and heritage themed displays, Llanwrtyd Station looking glorious and Dolwen Field showcasing our Grow and Share garden, wild life meadow and pond, sensory garden and much more.”

More of the stunning flowers and displays at Llanwrtyd Wells which the RHS judges were shown | Peter Barnett

The judges were shown all the town has to offer and now organisers await the result, which is announced in October.

Meanwhile the Llanwrtyd Summer Fete, at Ysgol Dolafon will be held on Sunday, August 9, from 12pm to 3.30pm

Small Town Samba will be joining the Community Summer Fete so visitors should get ready for fantastic live samba rhythms, family fun, stalls, activities, food stalls and a great afternoon for all ages.

There are floral and heritage themed displays, Llanwrtyd Station is looking glorious and Dolwen Field showcases the Grow and Share garden, wild life meadow and pond, sensory garden and much more | Peter Barnett

A Summer Cider Cycle starts from The Square at 10am on Saturday, August 15.

Started in 2013, the Summer Cider Cycle was the response to those people who enjoyed the concept of the the Real Ale Wobble held in November, but who didn't actually enjoy drinking real ale.

This is a non-competitive fun bike ride through the surrounding hills, forests and valleys in this delightful part of mid Wales, designed to show off the beautiful countryside in which we are lucky enough to live.

Plenty of colour, perfumes and variety of plants in the Llanwrtyd Wells Britain in Bloom entry | Peter Barnett

Mountain Bike Chariot Racing Championships, Manor Adventure, takes place at the Abernant Hotel on Saturday, August 15, with the first race starting at 4pm.

Special chariots built using traditional Roman mild steel, vulcanised rubber and welding techniques have been commissioned for the event, and will race against each other and the clock to determine this year's World Champions

Designed to be pulled by two mountain bikes alongside each other, the winning team will have to demonstrate exceptional skill and courage, and will need to co-ordinate and co-operate fully as a single unit to overcome all challengers.

The event is open to teams of three people (2 riders + 1 charioteer) over the age of 16 years. The entry fee is £25 per team.

The Bath Tubbing Competition, Manor Adventure, at the Abernant Hotel will also be held on Saturday, August 15 on Abernant Lake from 2pm.

Held at Abernant Lake, the unusual event invites participants to navigate a water course using a standard household bathtub.

The quirky competition, rooted in the town's history of imaginative contests, blends athleticism and fun, attracting people from across Britain and beyond.