© Strings n Things 2024
Strings n Things Music Group Trearddur Bay
Events
Upcoming Events
Next Gig
Folk on the Farm on 18th and 19th of July.Events in 2024
Events in 2023
This years Events
The Forget Me Knot Alpacas - 6th September 2025
What a delightful gig this was. Forget me Knot Alpacas had recently had a massive bush fire, no one was hurt and the farm was unaffected, but the surrounding areas were completely burned. They put on this open day to raise funds to thank all the firemen and women who came to their rescue. They laid on a Bouncy Castle and other events plus free drinks and cakes. Moreover we all got to meet the lovely animals. It was a little windy at times but other than that, we all had a marvelous time. Thank you Jennifer for reaching out to us.The Fairways, Newydde in Llanfairpwll - 1st September 2025
This was purpose-built care home providing nursing and dementia care for elderly. About 13 of us entertained the residents for over an hour. We played lots of older songs, 50s and 60s. It was a wonderful afternoon, the audience were lovely, some were singing along, tapping their feet etc. The staff were joining in too. It bought a little sunshine to their afternoon which is exactly what we had in mind.The RNLI Open Day - Trearddur Bay - 18th August 2025
Boy was it hot on this day, nevertheless about 20 of us crammed onto the lorry and in front of it. It was in a large field surrounded by market stalls in front of Trearddur Bay Hotel. There was a large audience many of who sat on large hay bales. We kicked off a bit early and played for over an hour. Seeing the tablets was difficult because it was so bright. We were keen to try out a couple of new songs (Sweet Caroline and Ring of Fire). Also new was Linda playing the cornet. It was most enjoyable, but that said we were glad to finish, find some shade, and get a nice long cool drink! So nice to do our bit for the RNLI.The Boston Center Stage in Holyhead - 5th August 2025
This was our second time here, and it was equally brilliant! One of our favourite venues and most enjoyable. The audience were so lovely and encouraging, at one point we asked to requests which led us to do some songs that we hadn’t practiced very well which just made it more fun and spontaneous. We sang, we danced, we played. Thank you again Natalie.The Save the Children Event - 27-28th July 2025
This was in a marquee in the grounds of the Trearddur Bay Village Hall. We played 11-1pm on the Saturday and 2-4 on the Sunday. Great fun, and for a great cause too.Folk on the Farm - 18-19-20th July 2025
What an amazing event this was, we played for 8 hours in total over the 3 days, the audience were lovely and we met some amazing people many of who are musicians. We were well looked after by John Hippy and his crew. We got to listen to all of the other groups and soloists too. Totally Inspiring weekend.The Senior Friendship Club in Rhosneigr - 26th June 2025
We were invited to play for this group by Bronney and Vanessa. It was in their lovely village hall. It was a bit warm to say the least and we have to squeeze in tight. We played lots of 60s songs and songs we thought they would know and we soon got them singing along and tapping their feet. We met some lovely people, shared their ice cream and cool drinks, and they even gave us two boxes of wine. Thank you we thorougly enjoyed it.The Menai Warm Space in Menai Bridge - 23rd June 2025
They are so friendly here at the Menai Bridge War Memorial Community Centre. We played for about 90 minutes, playing some our best songs, we didn’t use any microphones and played and sang as nature intended. The audience were lovely and very interactive and singing with us. It gives you a lovely feeling when you bring a little fun to ordinary people. Afterwards some of us drifted off to the famous Victoria pub for a well deserved drink.Relay for Life - Treborth Racing Track in Bangor - 22nd June 2025
This was simply awesome. We played for about an hour on stage and our audio was transmitted around the track. we used their PA system which was brilliant. When we got there, the walkers had been walking for about 22 hours and some of them (and the staff) looked very tired indeed. That said, some of them still managed to dance to our music. We later heard that the event had made a staggering £43,000 for cancer.Anglesey Bee Keeping Association Bodedern - 21st June 2025
This was a lot of fun, we met some of the islands Bee Keepers and kept them entertained for a while. At times we had to dodge the rain a bit but it brightened out lovely. We were well looked after with copious drinks and a huge hog roast. With us was Art, a brilliant guitarist on holiday from Canada and Mike Thompson, a well know bass guitarist from Cemaes. This was our first ever open air event and to top it off we all received a jar of honey!The Boston Center Stage in Holyhead - 27th May 2025
This was an exceptionally enjoyable performance. The audience was about 40 in number, including some with special needs. They were brilliant and we met some amazing people. We performed various songs that encouraged audience participation. Through-out the 90-minute session, everyone enjoyed singing and playing together, making it a highly enjoyable and fun experience. The picture shows Ryan in the foreground with strings n Things. Thank you, Natalie, we hope to return soon.Plas Dyffryn Care Home in Valley - 15th May 2025
This was our second visit this year and 12 of us had a lovely time, playing and singing for the residents and visitors. We did lots of 50s and 60s songs that they would have grown up with. They loved it, joining in and tapping their feet etc., and so did we. Afterwards we were rewarded with tea and some delicious fairy cakes. It’s a lovely home with a loving warm caring atmoshere. The staff were brilliant. PS couldn’t resist this picture of Jane, Pauline and Louise tucking into their cakes.Penrhos Hospital, Holyhead - 8th May 2025 - VE Day
Here we played on both wards and, for the first time, in the Hospice. We performed a variety of 60s and earlier songs and also a wartime medley to commerorate VE Day. It was so nice to bring a bit of sunshine and live music to them. The Audiences made of Patients, their Visitors and Staff were absolutely brilliant. It was so rewarding to see them singing away with us and tapping their feet etc. In the Hospice, Louise sang “little things, mean a lot” and Jane sang “Jolene” which were beautiful. We were also supplied with some delicious cakes and drinks. What a lovely day, Thank you Dawn.The Gateway Club in Llangefni - 3rd May 2025
This was our second time playing here and it was an absolute pleasure. We’d got to know some of the members from the time before and we were warmly welcomed back. We played songs that we knew the’d join in with and boy did we have a great time. Again Nathen played drums on one of the songs. It was just a lovely, fun filled session for all of us. Oh and we had Tea and cakes too. I didn’t want it to end.Mirilli Mon Dementia and Activity Center - 1 April 25
Here we did some good old favourites and 60s songs to a large audience. They were a great audience and we all had a lot of fun to. We also received a delicious meal with a pudding. Here’s what they said about us … “For anyone who hasn’t heard of Strings n’ Things they are a local group who play musical instruments and sing and enjoy sharing their music, but that isn’t what makes them special, it’s that something they carry with them! A special fairy dust that spreads around the room like a Mexican wave of ‘feel good vibes, they aren’t playing for money and they certainly aren’t clock watching, they just want you to join them on a journey of nostalgia, fun and pleasure, their enthusiasm and exuberance is highly contagious and for our members capturing that ‘feeling’ is priceless particularly when memory, logic and reason is fading. I have no doubt that many members and care partners took the ‘fairy dust’ feeling home with them today, in fact we all did.”The Ucheldre in Holyhead - 29th March 2025
Adrienne created this Saturday night show to raise money for the Womans Football team. We were one of many brilliant acts. We did 5 songs in the first half and another 4 in the second half. We performed really well, best performance yet and all the songs can be seen on our YouTube channel hereMirilli Mon Dementia and Activity Center - 1 April 25
Here we did some good old favourites and 60s songs to a large audience. They are such a good audience and we did a great job. We also received a delicious meal with a pudding and we donated £50 to them.The Gateway Club in Llangefni - 23 March 2025
Here we played at the Gateway club, which assists adults with learning difficulties. We played songs that we thought they would join in with, and boy did we have a great time. Our song list pretty much went out of the window as 3 of the audience requested to sing a song each (Paper Roses, Bring me sunshine and Bobby’s girl). Fortunately we had the music and could accompany them and they were excellent. Another lad wanted a train song so we did Folsom Prison Blues and Nathen played drums on one of the songs. It was just a lovely, fun filled session for all of us. Oh and we had Tea and cakes too.Plas Dyffryn Care Home in Valley - 22 February 2025
Here we had a lovely time playing for the residents. There was no special occasion just an impromtu sing song, they loved it and so did we. Midway, we we were served tea and coffee and some amazing fairy cakes which were made by the staff. It’s a lovely home with a loving warm caring atmoshere. The staff were brilliant and so caring. Hope they call us back soon.Gwelfor Community Centre, Warm Space - 26 February 2025
It’s always a pleasure to play at the The ‘Warm Space’. in Gwelfor Not only are the staff and the audience lovely but you get a delicious Meal with pudding and lashings of coffee. ps, we’d all gone for lunch!Holyhead Cancer Support Group - Penucheldre - 21 February 25
This was a lovely event, about 14 of us turned up to play and sing for the Holyhead Cancer Support Group that is run by Heather Abbot. We sang for about 75 minutes and played some well known hits from the around the 60s. The audience were brilliant and they loved it, and so did we.Holyhead Sailing Club - 1 January 25
What a brilliant start to the new year at the Holyhead Sailing Club. We played from 2 to 5pm, our longest period to date. There was a great atmosphere and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The audience were amazing. and the feedback was just brilliant. They've even booked us for next year. Thanks to everyone for all the hard work and preparation that went into the event and thanks to the sailing club for inviting us.
Book Us
We love to play at any event, It’s good experience for us and provides some great benefits to others. We don’t charge for charitable events and it feels good to put something back into the community. Contact Mike for details and available dates.
Pub Sessions
Calendar Months 1st Monday - Standing Stones 2nd Monday - Driftwood 3rd Monday - Standing Stones 4th Monday - Driftwood Sessions start at about 7:30 until about 10. When there are 5 Mondays in the month we’ll find another location. These will be public venues so we may have others joining in and perhaps playing or singing with us. For more information check out ‘Jamming Etiquette’ on the tips page.
© Strings n Things 2024
Strings n Things Music Group Trearddur Bay
Events
Upcoming Events
Next Gig
Folk on the Farm on 18th and 19th of July.Events in 2024
Events in 2023
This years Events
The Forget Me Knot Alpacas
- 6th September 2025
What a delightful gig this was. Forget me Knot Alpacas had recently had a massive bush fire, no one was hurt and the farm was unaffected, but the surrounding areas were completely burned. They put on this open day to raise funds to thank all the firemen and women who came to their rescue. They laid on a Bouncy Castle and other events plus free drinks and cakes. Moreover we all got to meet the lovely animals. It was a little windy at times but other than that, we all had a marvelous time. Thank you Jennifer for reaching out to us.The Fairways, Newydde in
Llanfairpwll - 1st
September 2025
This was purpose-built care home providing nursing and dementia care for elderly. About 13 of us entertained the residents for over an hour. We played lots of older songs, 50s and 60s. It was a wonderful afternoon, the audience were lovely, some were singing along, tapping their feet etc. The staff were joining in too. It bought a little sunshine to their afternoon which is exactly what we had in mind.The RNLI Open Day -
Trearddur Bay - 18th
August 2025
Boy was it hot on this day, nevertheless about 20 of us crammed onto the lorry and in front of it. It was in a large field surrounded by market stalls in front of Trearddur Bay Hotel. There was a large audience many of who sat on large hay bales. We kicked off a bit early and played for over an hour. Seeing the tablets was difficult because it was so bright. We were keen to try out a couple of new songs (Sweet Caroline and Ring of Fire). Also new was Linda playing the cornet. It was most enjoyable, but that said we were glad to finish, find some shade, and get a nice long cool drink! So nice to do our bit for the RNLI.The Boston Center Stage in
Holyhead - 5th August
2025
This was our second time here, and it was equally brilliant! One of our favourite venues and most enjoyable. The audience were so lovely and encouraging, at one point we asked to requests which led us to do some songs that we hadn’t practiced very well which just made it more fun and spontaneous. We sang, we danced, we played. Thank you again Natalie.The Save the Children Event - 27-28th July
2025
This was in a marquee in the grounds of the Trearddur Bay Village Hall. We played 11- 1pm on the Saturday and 2-4 on the Sunday. Great fun, and for a great cause too.Folk on the Farm - 18-19-
20th July 2025
What an amazing event this was, we played for 8 hours in total over the 3 days, the audience were lovely and we met some amazing people many of who are musicians. We were well looked after by John Hippy and his crew. We got to listen to all of the other groups and soloists too. Totally Inspiring weekend.The Senior Friendship Club in Rhosneigr -
26th June 2025
We were invited to play for this group by Bronney and Vanessa. It was in their lovely village hall. It was a bit warm to say the least and we have to squeeze in tight. We played lots of 60s songs and songs we thought they would know and we soon got them singing along and tapping their feet. We met some lovely people, shared their ice cream and cool drinks, and they even gave us two boxes of wine. Thank you we thorougly enjoyed it.The Menai Warm Space in
Menai Bridge - 23rd June
2025
They are so friendly here at the Menai Bridge War Memorial Community Centre. We played for about 90 minutes, playing some our best songs, we didn’t use any microphones and played and sang as nature intended. The audience were lovely and very interactive and singing with us. It gives you a lovely feeling when you bring a little fun to ordinary people. Afterwards some of us drifted off to the famous Victoria pub for a well deserved drink.Relay for Life - Treborth Racing Track in
Bangor - 22nd
June
2025
This was simply awesome. We played for about an hour on stage and our audio was transmitted around the track. we used their PA system which was brilliant. When we got there, the walkers had been walking for about 22 hours and some of them (and the staff) looked very tired indeed. That said, some of them still managed to dance to our music. We later heard that the event had made a staggering £43,000 for cancer.Anglesey Bee Keeping Association Bodedern
- 21st June 2025
This was a lot of fun, we met some of the islands Bee Keepers and kept them entertained for a while. At times we had to dodge the rain a bit but it brightened out lovely. We were well looked after with copious drinks and a huge hog roast. With us was Art, a brilliant guitarist on holiday from Canada and Mike Thompson, a well know bass guitarist from Cemaes. This was our first ever open air event and to top it off we all received a jar of honey!The Boston Center Stage in Holyhead - 27th
May 2025
This was an exceptionally enjoyable performance. The audience was about 40 in number, including some with special needs. They were brilliant and we met some amazing people. We performed various songs that encouraged audience participation. Through-out the 90-minute session, everyone enjoyed singing and playing together, making it a highly enjoyable and fun experience. The picture shows Ryan in the foreground with strings n Things. Thank you, Natalie, we hope to return soon.Plas Dyffryn Care Home in Valley - 15th May
2025
This was our second visit this year and 12 of us had a lovely time, playing and singing for the residents and visitors. We did lots of 50s and 60s songs that they would have grown up with. They loved it, joining in and tapping their feet etc., and so did we. Afterwards we were rewarded with tea and some delicious fairy cakes. It’s a lovely home with a loving warm caring atmoshere. The staff were brilliant. PS couldn’t resist this picture of Jane, Pauline and Louise tucking into their cakes.Penrhos Hospital,
Holyhead - 8th May 2025
- VE Day
Here we played on both wards and, for the first time, in the Hospice. We performed a variety of 60s and earlier songs and also a wartime medley to commerorate VE Day. It was so nice to bring a bit of sunshine and live music to them. The Audiences made of Patients, their Visitors and Staff were absolutely brilliant. It was so rewarding to see them singing away with us and tapping their feet etc. In the Hospice, Louise sang “little things, mean a lot” and Jane sang “Jolene” which were beautiful. We were also supplied with some delicious cakes and drinks. What a lovely day, Thank you Dawn.The Gateway Club in Llangefni - 3rd May
2025
This was our second time playing here and it was an absolute pleasure. We’d got to know some of the members from the time before and we were warmly welcomed back. We played songs that we knew the’d join in with and boy did we have a great time. Again Nathen played drums on one of the songs. It was just a lovely, fun filled session for all of us. Oh and we had Tea and cakes too. I didn’t want it to end.Mirilli Mon Dementia and
Activity Center - 1 April
25
Here we did some good old favourites and 60s songs to a large audience. They were a great audience and we all had a lot of fun to. We also received a delicious meal with a pudding. Here’s what they said about us … “For anyone who hasn’t heard of Strings n’ Things they are a local group who play musical instruments and sing and enjoy sharing their music, but that isn’t what makes them special, it’s that something they carry with them! A special fairy dust that spreads around the room like a Mexican wave of ‘feel good vibes, they aren’t playing for money and they certainly aren’t clock watching, they just want you to join them on a journey of nostalgia, fun and pleasure, their enthusiasm and exuberance is highly contagious and for our members capturing that ‘feeling’ is priceless particularly when memory, logic and reason is fading. I have no doubt that many members and care partners took the ‘fairy dust’ feeling home with them today, in fact we all did.”The Ucheldre in Holyhead
- 29th March 2025
Adrienne created this Saturday night show to raise money for the Womans Football team. We were one of many brilliant acts. We did 5 songs in the first half and another 4 in the second half. We performed really well, best performance yet and all the songs can be seen on our YouTube channel hereMirilli Mon Dementia and
Activity Center - 1 April
25
Here we did some good old favourites and 60s songs to a large audience. They are such a good audience and we did a great job. We also received a delicious meal with a pudding and we donated £50 to them.The Gateway Club in Llangefni - 23 March
2025
Here we played at the Gateway club, which assists adults with learning difficulties. We played songs that we thought they would join in with, and boy did we have a great time. Our song list pretty much went out of the window as 3 of the audience requested to sing a song each (Paper Roses, Bring me sunshine and Bobby’s girl). Fortunately we had the music and could accompany them and they were excellent. Another lad wanted a train song so we did Folsom Prison Blues and Nathen played drums on one of the songs. It was just a lovely, fun filled session for all of us. Oh and we had Tea and cakes too.Plas Dyffryn Care Home in Valley - 22
February 2025
Here we had a lovely time playing for the residents. There was no special occasion just an impromtu sing song, they loved it and so did we. Midway, we we were served tea and coffee and some amazing fairy cakes which were made by the staff. It’s a lovely home with a loving warm caring atmoshere. The staff were brilliant and so caring. Hope they call us back soon.Gwelfor Community Centre,
Warm Space - 26 February
2025
It’s always a pleasure to play at the The ‘Warm Space’. in Gwelfor Not only are the staff and the audience lovely but you get a delicious Meal with pudding and lashings of coffee. ps, we’d all gone for lunch!Holyhead Cancer Support
Group - Penucheldre - 21
February 25
This was a lovely event, about 14 of us turned up to play and sing for the Holyhead Cancer Support Group that is run by Heather Abbot. We sang for about 75 minutes and played some well known hits from the around the 60s. The audience were brilliant and they loved it, and so did we.Holyhead Sailing Club - 1 January 25
What a brilliant start to the new year at the Holyhead Sailing Club. We played from 2 to 5pm, our longest period to date. There was a great atmosphere and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The audience were amazing. and the feedback was just brilliant. They've even booked us for next year. Thanks to everyone for all the hard work and preparation that went into the event and thanks to the sailing club for inviting us.
Book Us
We love to play at any event, It’s good experience for us and provides some great benefits to others. We don’t charge for charitable events and it feels good to put something back into the community. Contact Mike for details and available dates.
Pub Sessions
Calendar Months 1st Monday - Standing Stones 2nd Monday - Driftwood 3rd Monday - Standing Stones 4th Monday - Driftwood Sessions start at about 7:30 until about 10. When there are 5 Mondays in the month we’ll find another location. These will be public venues so we may have others joining in and perhaps playing or singing with us. For more information check out ‘Jamming Etiquette’ on the tips page.
