What we do

All our events are published approximately one month in advance.

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Rock Painting

Paint your rocks then either keep them to 'hide' them in the community for others to find.

Follow this link to find out more and for a link to our next scheduled event.

Colourful painted rocks on grass spell "TAFF ROCKS." Each rock features superhero symbols or nature designs, creating a fun and vibrant scene. Created by worldwide friends of Taff Rocka
Monthly Freestyle Workshops

Usually running on the first term-time Tuesday of every month. Includes: Rock Painting, air drying clay, polymer clay and seasonal topic-based crafts.

Follow this link to Eventbrite to see the upcoming schedule.

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Mandala & Dot Art

Includes structured Mindfulness Mandala Classes geared for the beginner as well as dot art free-style workshops for the intermediate dotter.

Follow this link to find out more.

Or follow this link to check for our next scheduled event

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Polymer Clay

This activity forms part of our freestyle monthly workshops. We regret that this activity cannot travel away from our home base at Smyrna.

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Air Drying Clay

This activity forms part of our freestyle monthly workshops. This activity cannot travel away from our home base at Smyrna but a second session, either by Taff Rocks or by yourself, if required for decorating when dry.

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Neurographica
(Neurographic Art)

Currently in the research stage and not currently provided.

From later in 2026 we'd love to start trials of this art form that will enable it to become part of a wider session of events.

If you want to know more about Neurographic art, please follow this link.

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School Holiday Period Events

Various school holiday period events. These could be any or all the workshops or classes we have in our repertoire.

Follow this link to Eventbrite to see the upcoming schedule.

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Window Painting Techniques

We give you the techniques to become more confident with your own window painting for any reason, festival or celebration.

Follow this link to Eventbrite to see the upcoming schedule.

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Paint Pouring

If you can handle the lack of control over your paint, this is for you.

This just might be the activity for you. requires some artistic flair, mainly colour combination, as well as patience.

Follow this link to Eventbrite to see the upcoming schedule.

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Outreach and Drop-in Days

Each week, the Taff Rocks Project Worker runs a community outreach day and a free drop in day.

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Rock Painting Parties

Book a rock painting party / private booking for whatever celebration or reason you desire.

Please note, all our facilitators are volunteers, which means your schedule and their schedule must be compatible for the event to happen.

Dates, times etc must be mutually agreeable..

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Private / 'Closed' Workshops / Classes

Taff Rocks accepts private bookings at home (Smyrna), for more information, follow this link for Rock Painting Parties, or in your own venue.

Please note, all our facilitators are volunteers, which means your schedule and their schedule must be compatible for the event to happen.

Dates, times etc must be mutually agreeable.

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We even come to you!

That's right, we'll come to you. Indoors or out (weather permitting for outdoors), provided your group, organisation or school is in the Merthyr Tydfil area.

We ask for a minimum of 10 attendees, where reasonably possible. If it's less, when you contact us, please let us know so we can discuss.

We can discuss your requirements via email or a Teams meeting.
Contact us here.

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Hall Hire

Smyrna community hall is available for hire.

For more details, please visit the hall's website for:

Pricing or Booking online.
Your confirmation emails will have links to reschedule or cancel your booking

Go to "Book the Hall" for an index of all information as well as any scheduled closure dates.

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Venue Tour

Sometimes, you just need to know that it is suitable for you.

Check out the facilities, the 'vibe', and accessibility etc.

Book your tour here.
Subject to availability.

The Smyrna building. A small stone chapel with a classic gabled roof and arched windows. The entrance features a wooden door. The building evokes a serene, historical ambiance.
Registered office:

Smyrna Chapel Community Hall,
Aberfan Road, Aberfan,
Merthyr Tydfil CF48 4QN

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Charity Registration
  • Taff Rocks is registered in England and Wales as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). Registered Charity Number: 1192749

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