Welsh language learners
Whether you’re choosing to learn Welsh for the first time, or simply want to practice what you already know, there are lots of opportunities within Bridgend County Borough for Welsh learners and speakers.
Courses
The University of South Wales run various courses throughout Bridgend County Borough from beginner level to intermediate, advanced, and even Welsh for the family.
To search for a course suitable for you click here.
Library groups
Aberkenfig Library – first Tuesday of the month at 11:30am
If you are gaining in confidence reading Welsh, then come along to Aberkenfig library to read and have discussions through the medium of Welsh. It’s friendly, informal and fun…and there’s always a cuppa and a biscuit to welcome you!
Porthcawl Library – Bore Coffi for Welsh Learners every Saturday at 11am
A coffee morning for those looking to chat and develop their Welsh vocabulary in an informal environment.
Local and Family History Library at Ty’r Ardd, Bridgend
Welsh Language Discussion Group – every other Thursday 11:30am (term-time only)
For those looking to develop their Welsh and build their vocabulary and discussion skills.
Useful links
You can also find useful resources online to help with your Welsh language learning.
Welsh Plus
www.youtube.com/welshplus includes videos covering pronunciation, short grammatical ‘top tips’ and video clips for learners.
Welsh With Us
www.youtube.com/welshwithus summarises grammatical points.
There are also online courses and video clips on the BBC’s Big Welsh Challenge pages, which you can find here: www.bbc.co.uk/wales/learnwelsh/bigwelshchallenge
