Whether you’re attending the National Eisteddfod to enjoy the competitions, catch up with family and friends, or celebrate our Welsh language and culture, you’ll receive a warm welcome at the Hywel Dda University Health Board stand.
The health board will be at stand 103 on the Maes throughout the festival in Llantwd, North Pembrokeshire, from 1 to 8 August 2026.
Teams from across Hywel Dda will be on hand throughout the week to showcase local health services, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities and careers in the NHS. Visitors can meet staff from a range of services, ask questions, pick up information and resources, and take part in activities for all ages.
A varied programme of events throughout the week offers an insight into the healthcare services provided across Hywel Dda.
The programme includes free blood pressure checks throughout the week, alongside opportunities to explore careers in health and care, take part in Story Time and sensory activities, experience virtual reality technology and access advice and information on a range of health topics. Scheduled events include:
- Saturday 1 August, 10.30am: Clocs Fit session with Tudur Phillips
- Monday 3 August, 11.30am: National Centre for Learning Welsh presentation on a new scheme for midwives
- Monday 3 August, 1.30pm: Research presentation on Welsh language services in optometry
- Tuesday 4 August, 10.30am: Art session with Orielodl
- Tuesday 4 August, 11.00am: Discussion on careers in social care with WeCare Wales ambassadors
- Wednesday 5 August, 10.30am and 3.00pm: Seated yoga sessions
- Wednesday 5 August, 11.00am: Discussion on recognising and using Welsh language skills in social care
- Wednesday 5 August, 12.30pm: Launch of a new Swansea University Medical School initiative by Dr Llinos Roberts
- Thursday 6 August, 1.30pm: Panel discussion on how digital technology is changing the NHS
- Thursday 6 August, 2.00pm: Launch of the Social Care Wales Strategic Plan
- Thursday 6 August, 2.30pm: Literary visit from Archdruid Mererid Hopwood
- Friday 7 August, 11.30am: Inspiring Innovation: Women Leading the Way in Wales panel discussion hosted by Life Sciences Hub Wales
- Friday 7 August, 1.30pm: Llais and More Than Just Words Round Table discussion – Share the People’s Principles and how they can be used to shape a fairer, more accessible health and social care system for everyone in Wales – the Cabinet Minister for Health and Care to join the discussion
Partner organisations will also join health board colleagues throughout the week to share expertise and discuss public health, innovation, education, social care and the future of health and care services in Wales, supporting the ambitions of our Healthier Mid and West Wales strategy.
Alwena Hughes Moakes, Communications and Engagement Director, said: “There’s something really special about welcoming the National Eisteddfod to our own community, and we’re excited to be part of it again this year. The Eisteddfod is a celebration of Welsh culture, language and community, and we’re proud to be welcoming visitors from across Wales and beyond to our part of the world.
“The Maes is always full of conversation, friendship and new ideas, so we’re looking forward to catching up with familiar faces, making new connections and sharing some of the fantastic work taking place across our health board area.
“Whether you want to learn more about the services and support available to help you stay healthy and well, find out how we are shaping healthcare for the future, explore a career in the NHS, or discover opportunities to volunteer and make a difference in your local communities, there’s something for everyone at our stall.”
For those who are unable to attend the Eisteddfod, updates, photographs and highlights from the week will be shared on the health board’s social media channels.
Follow updates throughout the week on Facebook and Instagram using #HywelOnTheMaes and #Steddfod2026 or search for Hywel Dda Health Board.
