The Story So Far
2025
Feb
Merthyr Tydfil Council announces plans to safeguard Cyfarthfa Castle, focussing on ‘phase one’ to preserve and enhance the ‘mansion’ side of the building – where Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery is housed.
Submission of Expression of Interest to National Lottery Heritage Fund, in partnership with the council.
Development of a Signage, Wayfinding and Branding strategy for Cyfarthfa Park.
2025
Jan
Appointment of Jess Mahoney as second Chief Executive.
Architectural and Project Management consultants appointed to define brief for ‘phase one’ of castle project.
Preliminary Ecology Survey commissioned for development of an outdoor tourist attraction in Cyfarthfa Park.
Commencement of Cyfarthfa Castle bicentenary celebrations.
‘Cyfarthfa: Past. Present. Future.’ exhibition opens at Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Art Gallery.
2024
Sept
Introduction of programme of Cyfarthfa Community Communication Meetings with local heritage and cultural societies and organisations.