Wrexham school cluster to host concert for National Eisteddfod
Welsh-medium schools from the Ysgol Morgan Llwyd cluster will perform at the Stiwt Theatre in Rhosllanerchrugog on Wednesday, June 25, at 6.30pm, raising funds for the 2025 Eisteddfod.
A spokesman for the cluster said: "Everyone is welcome—Welsh and its cultural events belong to all.
"The majority of children in Welsh-medium schools in Wrexham come from non-Welsh-speaking homes, and their families are deeply invested in our commitment to building a bilingual, inclusive community."
Pupils from all ten schools in the cluster will take part, performing Welsh songs that reflect their pride in language, heritage, and community.
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The concert will also highlight the growing support for Welsh-medium education.
Tickets are available from Ysgol Bodhyfryd by calling 01978 351168 or emailing mailbox@bodhyfryd-pri.wrexham.sch.uk.
All proceeds will go directly to the National Eisteddfod fund.
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