Programme fo 2nd November 2025 - Dolgarrog 100
After months of planning, things are now really taking shape for the Dolgarrog 100 event, marking the anniversary of the 1925 Dolgarrog Dam Disaster.
The Community Council are delighted to share with you the provisional schedule for the day and hope that you will be able to join us in marking this historic event. There is something for everyone here; Art, Music, History, celebration of nature and this wonderful part of the world that we live in and on top of that, a world premiere!!
The day will start at 2pm.
There will be an art exhibition at St. Mary’s, Dolgarrog along with a curated display of Dolgarrog – Past, Present and Future.
The Community Centre will be hosting a display on the history of Hydro Power in the village from 2pm until 3pm along with a film loop of the film: Dolgarrog Now. The Community Centre will then host the reception for our special guests from 3.15pm.
COG Dolgarrog will be hosting, in conjunction with the Northern Eye Photographic Festival, a unique photographic exhibition.
There will also be a special afternoon tea for the older residents of the community (invitation only) at the Ixora.
The Ixora will also be hosting street performances of poetry, creative writing and music and at the Memorial Gardens from 2pm until 3.30pm there will be walks with live performances along the way.
At 4pm the road will be closed from the school for the evening’s spectacular events.
At 4.20pm a lantern parade will leave St. Mary’s Church, Dolgarrog and proceed to the Cenotaph where there will be a plaque unveiling ceremony and short and moving commemoration service which will include contributions from community members and the debut of the DOLGARROG COMMUNITY CHOIR.
At the end of the service we will move to the Memorial Gardens for the premiere of “Argraff” which is a specially commissioned piece of music for Dolgarrog.
The day will end with the switching on of the Commemorative Lights which will stay in the Memorial Gardens.
The day will end at 6.15pm and the road will be opened as soon as possible.
This promises to be a very special day and you can play a part in it.
Community Choir:
We need volunteers for the Community Choir. Whether you are a seasoned singer or never sung before, would you like you to join in? Our first “get together” will be on the 13th September at St. Mary’s Church, Dolgarrog at 10am. Not sure? Well come along and try – there is no obligation. More details? Ring Jackie Ley on 07590 568893 or email ruth@ruffyarts.com.
Ruth is also running a writers workshop running up to the event. More details from Ruth on email above.
Do you know of someone elderly with a strong connection to Dolgarrog? See if they are eligible for the afternoon tea – email Nikki Mills (nikkimills73@live.co.uk)
Like Art? Knitting? Crafts? Come along to Knit and Natter or Art Club and see what they are doing for our special day? Details on Community Notice Board.
Or just come along on the day and enjoy.
Our Memories. Our Day. Our Dolgarrog.
