Community Groups
There are a variety of groups that represent the diverse interests of the community, ranging from social and environmental to local government and the church.
To find out more go to the links below.
Arts Alive
Active arts organisation with courses for adults and children covering all aspects of art and design.
Brecon & District Credit Union
Brecon & District Credit Union - a savings and loans organisation, based on co-operative principles. It is owned and run by its members. Credit Union members save together and create a pool of money from which low cost loans are made. New members welcome. The Brecon and District Credit Union's collection point in CRiC is open every weds from 10.30am-11.30pm.
Clarence Hall
Your local Community Hall, in the centre of the town - available for dances, parties, shows, exhibitions, sales and much more -check with our caretaker for available dates and bookings
Crickhowell and District Horticultural Society
The Society was established in 1977 and since then has continued to maintain an annual programme of talks, trips and events. New members are always welcome. Annual membership is £2.
Crickhowell Choral Society
Crickhowell Choral Society was founded in 1981 by a local GP David Hiley who persuaded any of his patients who said they could sing to join him in creating a choir. From this small group, many of whom are still members, a strong society of some 50 to 60 singers has evolved.
The Choral Society's annual Festival, which takes place during the first weekend in May aims to promote refreshing performances of exciting repertoire amidst the beautiful scenery of the Usk Valley.
Crickhowell County Primary School
Headteacher - Mr Wright. The school stands, surrounded by spacious playing fields, in a pleasant and elevated position on the western edge of Crickhowell. There are full facilities for children from Nursery age to Year 6. To request a prospectus or arrange a visit, telephone the school on the above telephone number or visit the school's website. Access to the school is via Llanbedr Road (turning north off the A40) and then follow Oakfield Drive to its end.
Crickhowell Dial-a-Ride
A Brecon based transport service for the over 60's or those of any age that are disabled. We have a 9 seater mini-bus operated by volunteers.
Crickhowell District Archive Centre
Crickhowell District Archive Centre is a treasure trove for family history hunters researching their roots. Run by volunteers, it was set up in 1999 by a group of local people in Crickhowell spurred on by a growing interest in genealogy. Open mon-sat 10am-12.30pm. Visitors can research in the archives or be helped in their investigations by the volunteer(s) of the day, according to their needs and apart from photocopying and Internet access - there is a small charge for this. A research service is provided for those unable to visit in person but charges also have to be made for this, to help cover the cost of running the Centre.
Crickhowell District Civic Society
A non-political organisation pledged by its constitution and rules -
To conserve and enhance the natural and architectural beauty of Crickhowell and the surrounding villages
To assist residents in the peaceable enjoyment of home & countryside
To ensure by lawful means that any development of a public or private nature should be in sympathy with the rural environment of the Usk Valley.
Crickhowell Evangelical Church
Crickhowell Evangelical Church - a vibrant and welcoming church at the heart of the community.
We meet on sunday mornings at 11.00 in the local primary school, with coffee and cakes served from 10.30 and 'The breakfast club' for children starting at 9.30
Crickhowell Town Council
The Town Council meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month in the conference room of the Crickhowell Resource & Information Centre and are open to the public.
Crickhowell University of the Third Age
One of over 600 U3As in Britain, each one being independent, self-financing and run by volunteers.
Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau
The Crickhowell Volunteer Bureau is situated in the centre of Crickhowell town and covers the area of Crickhowell Town and the surrounding villages of Bwlch, Cwmdu, Vale of Grwyney, Llanbedr, Llangattock, Llangenny, Llangynidr and Tretower.
Llangattock Green Valleys
A community interest company working in partnership with local businesses, organisations and individuals to develop a more sustainable future for our village. Our focus for 2010 is the British Gas Green Streets competition. This year-long project will see Llangattock competing with 13 other communities across the UK to deliver against 3 key targets: saving energy, generating energy and community engagement.
Powys County Council
Relate
Relate offers advice, relationship counselling, sex therapy, workshops, mediation, consultations and face to face or telephone support. Counselling available by appointment at The Crickhowell Resource and Information Centre
St. Edmund’s Church
St. Edmund’s Church is set in the delightful market town of Crickhowell, in the Usk Valley, Brecon Beacons National Park. The church was built at the end of the 12th century and is cruciform in shape and surprisingly large. Two stained glass windows depicting The Flight into Egypt show the Angel Gabriel leading the Holy Family to safety. The church also houses a Holy Icon of the Resurrection. Ancient effigies of the church founders Lady Sybil and Sir Grimbald Pauncefote, lie on either side of the Sanctuary. The church is open every day to visitors from 9am until dusk.
The Green Valleys CIC
The Green Valley’s mission is to create carbon neutral, financially secure and sustainable communities. Our principle means of achieving this is to help communities realise the benefits of Feed-in Tariffs through micro-hydro generation. Feed-in Tariffs offer a 20 year guaranteed, indexed linked revenue stream for renewable generation. We focus on hydro power because it is reliable and proven technology, that has minimal environmental impact, raises no major planning obstacles, and is well suited to the topography and climate of Wales.
Alongside our expertise in micro-hydro TGV also provides advice and support on community engagement, specific support to enable local woodlands to be managed as a source of wood fuel, plus the ability to share the experience of other communities with other carbon reducing initiatives.
Tools for Self Reliance
TOOLS FOR SELF RELIANCE groups collect old and unwanted hand tools from all over the UK. We clean, repair and sharpen them, and send tool kits to grass roots community groups in 6 African countries.
TFSR CYMRU is one of around 70 TFSR groups in the U.K, based in Crickhowell South Wales. We are a registered charity, and work towards a more equitable sharing of the world's resources.
Vale of Grwyney Community Council
Vale of Grwyney Community Council meet on the third monday of each month, rotating between Llan bedr, Llangenny and Glangrwyney village halls. Members of the public are welcome to attend, but may not speak at the meeting. Details of meetings are published on Notice Boards around the community also on the website www.thelocalchannel.co.uk/grwyney
