Ebbw Vale Institute

07/09/2026

🪑 Relax with chair yoga this Wednesday (9th) with our Carer Wellbeing Pathways group! 🧘

🩵 Amanda from our evening yoga classes is leading a free relaxing chair yoga session this Wednesday 9th September from 12pm - 1pm.

💙 Afterwards, there’s a free light lunch, hot drinks, and informal chat, 1:1 Carer Info & Mentoring sessions.

Caring for a loved one or managing a long-term health condition can leave very little time for yourself. Carer Wellbeing Pathways is a free, flexible weekly group created to help you recharge and connect with people who understand - open to carers of all kinds. Pop in to see what it’s all about!

Find out more and see our September programme here: https://evi.cymru/whats-on/carer-wellbeing-pathways/

This project is funded by UK GOV Blaenau Gwent CBC through the 'Trailblazer' programme.

ProMo Cymru operate and are the custodians of EVI.

03/09/2026

🥋 Qigong Classes | Starting this Wednesday 9th September, for six weeks | 5.30- 6.30pm 🍃

Explore the Chinese art of Qigong (pronounced Chi Gung) with Dek Leverton. It is easy to learn and enjoyable to do. These slow, gently flowing movements are designed to be comfortable for your body and are low in impact.

Reduce stress levels, improve posture and balance, increase flexibility and restore the natural harmony of your body, mind and spirit. 🌊

For more information head here: https://evi.cymru/whats-on/qigong/

ProMo Cymru operate and are the custodians of Ebbw Vale Institute.

03/09/2026

☕ We had a lovely time at Bedwellty House last week with our Sunflower Café group! We enjoyed the lovely cake, tea, and coffee, and spent some time exploring the beautiful grounds. 🌷

🍃 Thank you to Bedwellty House for hosting us. We hope to run more trips in the future so keep an eye on our website and page!

This trip was made possible with funding from Blaenau Gwent CBC

🌻 Our weekly Sunflower Café is a dementia-friendly space that welcomes caregivers of all kinds, those they care for, and anyone looking for company. It’s a warm, safe place to relax, share a cuppa, connect with others, and take part in creative activities, running 11 - 1pm on Wednesdays.

ProMo Cymru operate and are the custodians of Ebbw Vale Institute.

02/09/2026

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🍂 Autumn Yoga Ebbw Vale 🍂

As the evenings draw in it can feel more difficult to find the motivation to attend class, but we tend to feel so much better for some energising mindful movement✨️

Join our lovely group of yogis, every Thursday 6-7pm at Ebbw Vale Institute. All levels of experience are very welcome 🧘‍♀️🧘 See less

01/09/2026

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01/09/2026

📰 Take a trip down memory lane tomorrow with the Sunflower Café and Carer Wellbeing Pathways!

Join us this Wednesday 2nd (11am – 1pm) as Gwent Archives visits for a special session 'Exploring Old Ebbw Vale!'

Other activities happening:
🌻 Refreshments, boccia, board games, crafts, and puzzles at the Sunflower Cafe 11pm - 1pm
🧶 A craft-filled mosaic workshop with BG Arts - Celfyddydau BG 12pm - 2pm
📚 Free light lunch, hot drinks, and informal chat, 1:1 Carer Info & Mentoring sessions as part of Carer Wellbeing Pathways, this week alongside a reminiscence corner and local history books.

ProMo Cymru operate and are the custodians of Ebbw Vale Institute.
Blaenau Gwent CBC

30/08/2026

📢 Reminder that our Pride and Place funding survey is live!

The EVI is about to submit a funding bid to the UK Government's Pride in Place fund. The aim of the fund is to 'invest in our communities', with the aim to improve shared spaces and deliver lasting benefits for communities across Blaenau Gwent.

We really value your input in creating a welcoming centre that is successful, sustainable and benefits the local community.

Follow the QR code or use the link: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8972600/EVI-Pride-and-Place-Funding-Survey?fbclid=IwY2xjawT-hDVwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR61jSa4gUeF1p3cwThpECnG2zdsQ4AbNMxcNlYDVo7YBjqS-RqhiCcdsLqx7Q_aem_W7wSpd6fSBGjp0RovV6jsw

26/08/2026

📣 The EVI is about to submit a funding bid to the UK Government's Pride in Place fund. The aim of the fund is to 'invest in our communities', with the aim to improve shared spaces and deliver lasting benefits for communities across Blaenau Gwent.

Your views will impact our application, we value your input in creating a welcoming centre that is successful, sustainable and benefits the local community.

It would only take three minutes of your time to complete the survey.

https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8972600/EVI-Pride-and-Place-Funding-Survey