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Rhyl Journal
4 days ago
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- Rhyl Journal
Eisteddfod volunteers recognised for decades of service
Keris Jones, Dylan Wyn Jones, and Richard 'Dic' Jones have all been inaugurated as members of the Gorsedd Cymru. Ms Jones from Llantysilio has been a dedicated volunteer and steward at the Eisteddfod for 50 years. She is a familiar face at the festival, offering support to competitors as they prepare for their preliminary tests. Her commitment to the festival has now been recognised by Gorsedd Cymru. Ms Jones, however, was quick to point out that her service was not motivated by the prospect of reward. She said: "That's not why I volunteer. I volunteer because I want to. "I have seen a large number of people come in, take part in a preliminary test, go on to the stage and enjoy success." Ms Jones's connection with the Eisteddfod stretches back to her competitive days when she met her husband, Arfon. Dylan Wyn Jones from Yr Wyddgrug was another volunteer honoured at the ceremony. Known affectionately as Dylan Carafáns by many Eisteddfod attendees, he was instrumental in organising the Eisteddfod's caravan site for many years. READ MORE: Finalists announced for Food Awards Wales 2025 Newsquest to publish souvenir supplements for Teenage Cancer Trust anniversary He was also responsible for the festival stewards for almost 20 years, building a special relationship with the volunteers. Dylan is described as a keen volunteer who supports and promotes a large number of local Welsh organisations. Also honoured was Richard "Dic" Jones, from Yr Wyddgrug, who was the third volunteer recognised. Originally a police officer with North Wales Police, Dic has been involved with the National Eisteddfod since 2007 as part of the Chief Steward's team with responsibility for the transport side. His voluntary work after retiring from the police service has made him a familiar face to thousands of Eisteddfod-goers over the years.
Leader Live
4 days ago
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- Leader Live
Eisteddfod volunteers recognised for decades of service
Keris Jones, Dylan Wyn Jones, and Richard 'Dic' Jones have all been inaugurated as members of the Gorsedd Cymru. Ms Jones from Llantysilio has been a dedicated volunteer and steward at the Eisteddfod for 50 years. She is a familiar face at the festival, offering support to competitors as they prepare for their preliminary tests. Her commitment to the festival has now been recognised by Gorsedd Cymru. Ms Jones, however, was quick to point out that her service was not motivated by the prospect of reward. She said: "That's not why I volunteer. I volunteer because I want to. "I have seen a large number of people come in, take part in a preliminary test, go on to the stage and enjoy success." Ms Jones's connection with the Eisteddfod stretches back to her competitive days when she met her husband, Arfon. Dylan Wyn Jones from Yr Wyddgrug was another volunteer honoured at the ceremony. Known affectionately as Dylan Carafáns by many Eisteddfod attendees, he was instrumental in organising the Eisteddfod's caravan site for many years. READ MORE: Finalists announced for Food Awards Wales 2025 Newsquest to publish souvenir supplements for Teenage Cancer Trust anniversary He was also responsible for the festival stewards for almost 20 years, building a special relationship with the volunteers. Dylan is described as a keen volunteer who supports and promotes a large number of local Welsh organisations. Also honoured was Richard "Dic" Jones, from Yr Wyddgrug, who was the third volunteer recognised. Originally a police officer with North Wales Police, Dic has been involved with the National Eisteddfod since 2007 as part of the Chief Steward's team with responsibility for the transport side. His voluntary work after retiring from the police service has made him a familiar face to thousands of Eisteddfod-goers over the years.
