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North Wales Chronicle
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
Children in Wales take part in mass singalong for Euro 2025
The event, known as the Wales' Women's Euro Singalong 2025, took place on Wednesday, July 2, and involved 1,051 primary schools across Wales. It was organised by Urdd Gobaith Cymru in partnership with the Football Association of Wales, S4C, and Boom Cymru. Siân Lewis, chief executive of the Urdd, said: "The Urdd's #FelMerch campaign aims to inspire and empower young women and girls throughout the country, so we've jumped at the chance to show our support to the Welsh women's squad by arranging a nationwide singalong, with the help of our partners. "Our singalong is a fantastic opportunity for pupils at Welsh and English-medium schools alike to come together, be proud of their Welsh heritage, and feel part of the national football team's campaign." The event, held at 10:30am, gave primary school children the chance to celebrate and support the Welsh women's football team. Children sang a selection of Welsh songs, including a new anthem, Ymlaen (Onwards), written by singer-songwriter Caryl Parry Jones and producer Branwen Munn. Singer and presenter Aleighcia Scott, who appeared as a coach on S4C's Y Llais, said: "It's a momentous occasion for the Welsh women to be competing at the Euros for the first time, and I can't wait to take part in the Urdd's singalong to celebrate this historical moment and bring Welsh children along on the journey. "It's been an amazing journey for me learning Welsh so far, and taking part in events like the Urdd's singalong makes me feel like the Welsh language does belong to me, and it can belong to all the children of Wales too." In Lucerne, Switzerland, where Wales will play their opening game, the Urdd is also showcasing contemporary Welsh folk talent as part of its #FelMerch campaign. The campaign aims to inspire and empower young women and girls to stay active and overcome barriers to participation in sport. The Urdd will also host a National Female #FelMerch Sports Conference at Cardiff City Stadium on November 13 as part of the tournament's legacy. The event follows the success of previous conferences designed to support and empower women and girls through sport. The Urdd's Euro 2025 projects are supported by the Welsh Government's Euro 2025 Partner Support Fund.
Rhyl Journal
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Children in Wales take part in mass singalong for Euro 2025
The event, known as the Wales' Women's Euro Singalong 2025, took place on Wednesday, July 2, and involved 1,051 primary schools across Wales. It was organised by Urdd Gobaith Cymru in partnership with the Football Association of Wales, S4C, and Boom Cymru. Siân Lewis, chief executive of the Urdd, said: "The Urdd's #FelMerch campaign aims to inspire and empower young women and girls throughout the country, so we've jumped at the chance to show our support to the Welsh women's squad by arranging a nationwide singalong, with the help of our partners. "Our singalong is a fantastic opportunity for pupils at Welsh and English-medium schools alike to come together, be proud of their Welsh heritage, and feel part of the national football team's campaign." The event, held at 10:30am, gave primary school children the chance to celebrate and support the Welsh women's football team. Children sang a selection of Welsh songs, including a new anthem, Ymlaen (Onwards), written by singer-songwriter Caryl Parry Jones and producer Branwen Munn. Singer and presenter Aleighcia Scott, who appeared as a coach on S4C's Y Llais, said: "It's a momentous occasion for the Welsh women to be competing at the Euros for the first time, and I can't wait to take part in the Urdd's singalong to celebrate this historical moment and bring Welsh children along on the journey. "It's been an amazing journey for me learning Welsh so far, and taking part in events like the Urdd's singalong makes me feel like the Welsh language does belong to me, and it can belong to all the children of Wales too." In Lucerne, Switzerland, where Wales will play their opening game, the Urdd is also showcasing contemporary Welsh folk talent as part of its #FelMerch campaign. The campaign aims to inspire and empower young women and girls to stay active and overcome barriers to participation in sport. The Urdd will also host a National Female #FelMerch Sports Conference at Cardiff City Stadium on November 13 as part of the tournament's legacy. The event follows the success of previous conferences designed to support and empower women and girls through sport. The Urdd's Euro 2025 projects are supported by the Welsh Government's Euro 2025 Partner Support Fund.
Leader Live
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Children in Wales take part in mass singalong for Euro 2025
The event, known as the Wales' Women's Euro Singalong 2025, took place on Wednesday, July 2, and involved 1,051 primary schools across Wales. It was organised by Urdd Gobaith Cymru in partnership with the Football Association of Wales, S4C, and Boom Cymru. Siân Lewis, chief executive of the Urdd, said: "The Urdd's #FelMerch campaign aims to inspire and empower young women and girls throughout the country, so we've jumped at the chance to show our support to the Welsh women's squad by arranging a nationwide singalong, with the help of our partners. "Our singalong is a fantastic opportunity for pupils at Welsh and English-medium schools alike to come together, be proud of their Welsh heritage, and feel part of the national football team's campaign." The event, held at 10:30am, gave primary school children the chance to celebrate and support the Welsh women's football team. Children sang a selection of Welsh songs, including a new anthem, Ymlaen (Onwards), written by singer-songwriter Caryl Parry Jones and producer Branwen Munn. Singer and presenter Aleighcia Scott, who appeared as a coach on S4C's Y Llais, said: "It's a momentous occasion for the Welsh women to be competing at the Euros for the first time, and I can't wait to take part in the Urdd's singalong to celebrate this historical moment and bring Welsh children along on the journey. "It's been an amazing journey for me learning Welsh so far, and taking part in events like the Urdd's singalong makes me feel like the Welsh language does belong to me, and it can belong to all the children of Wales too." In Lucerne, Switzerland, where Wales will play their opening game, the Urdd is also showcasing contemporary Welsh folk talent as part of its #FelMerch campaign. The campaign aims to inspire and empower young women and girls to stay active and overcome barriers to participation in sport. The Urdd will also host a National Female #FelMerch Sports Conference at Cardiff City Stadium on November 13 as part of the tournament's legacy. The event follows the success of previous conferences designed to support and empower women and girls through sport. The Urdd's Euro 2025 projects are supported by the Welsh Government's Euro 2025 Partner Support Fund.
Business News Wales
08-05-2025
- Business News Wales
Transport for Wales Celebrates Eisteddfod with Newly-Named Train
Transport for Wales has named a train after the mascot of the Urdd. The newly named Mistar Urdd train was launched in Port Talbot ahead of the Urdd's Eisteddfod in Margam Park later this month. Additionally, TfW has supported the Urdd's Fund for All . The train was welcomed by First Minister Eluned Morgan, along with Siân Lewis, CEO of the Urdd and Ysgol Tyler'r Ynn. The new CAF Class 197 trains have been running all over the Wales and Borders network since 2022 and are part TfW's £800 million investment into brand-new trains. First Minister Eluned Morgan said: 'It's great to see one of our new trains named after Mr Urdd, who has a special place in the hearts of so many of us in Wales and will bring a smile to the faces of passengers. 'What better way to travel to the Urdd Eisteddfod, and so many events in Wales this summer, than aboard one of our brand new Transport for Wales trains.' Lowri Joyce, Welsh Language Strategy Lead, said: 'Who better and more iconic than Mr Urdd, who is recognisable by almost all children in Wales. We are also pleased to be supporting the Urdd's Fund for All, to allow children from impoverished backgrounds to enjoy a holiday at one of their many camps. 'We are proud to give him a big Croeso Cynnes onto our network ahead of the Eisteddfod in Margam Park so do keep an eye out for him as he travels all over Wales.' Siân Lewis, Chief Executive of the Urdd, added: 'Getting to the Eisteddfod in Margam by public transport will be extremely easy. A bus service will be provided between Port Talbot train station and the Maes, and further details will be on our website. 'This goes hand in hand with our commitment to running a green festival and reducing carbon emissions.'
BBC News
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Eisteddfod mascot Mistar Urdd has train named after him
Train named after Welsh festival mascot 12 minutes ago Share Save Eleri Griffiths BBC News Share Save BBC Mistar Urdd was welcomed on the train as part of the unveiling in Port Talbot on 7 May ahead of the upcoming Urdd National Eisteddfod A train has been named in honour of the Welsh mascot Mistar Urdd in celebration of the upcoming Urdd National Eisteddfod. It was unveiled in Port Talbot on Wednesday ahead of the annual Welsh-language youth festival of literature, music, and performing arts which will be held at the nearby Margam Park later this month. The new fleet of CAF Class 197 trains, have been running across Wales and the borders since 2022 as part of Transport for Wales' £800m investment. Urdd Gobaith Cymru's mascot Mistar Urdd officially welcomed the train with First Minister Eluned Morgan, Urdd CEO Siân Lewis and pupils from Neath's Ysgol Ty'r Ynn. Urdd Gobaith Cymru is Wales' largest youth group, providing a wide range of opportunities in sports, arts, volunteering, apprenticeships and outdoor activities - all through the medium of Welsh. One of its key events is the Eisteddfod yr Urdd, a youth festival featuring more than 400 competitions in music, literature, performing arts, and more. One of the festival's most recognisable figures is its red, green and white character, Mistar Urdd, who was introduced in 1976. Morgan said it was "great" as Mr Urdd has a "special place in the hearts of so many of us in Wales and will bring a smile to the faces of passengers". Lowri Joyce, from Transport for Wales, said she was proud to give the "iconic" Welsh character a big "Croeso Cynnes" onto the rail network. First Minister Eluned Morgan and pupils from Ysgol Ty'r Ynn were invited to the naming ceremony
