54-872: The Cambrian Caving Council (CCC) (formed 1969) is the national governing body of caving in Wales . It is the national association for caving, representing the interests of caving clubs in Wales, Forest of Dean and the Marches. CCC is a member of, or else is represented at, several organisations including the Natural Resources Wales National Access Forum , and the Welsh Sports Association . The CCC also maintains contact with several other regional and national bodies including various bat groups, Sport Wales , Brecon Beacons National Park Authority , and
108-591: A discontinuous, hotch-potch feel to it that marks it out as unusual in the South Wales Valleys . Hirwaun made local news in May 2004 when its two 1960s-built tower blocks were demolished by dynamite detonation. Their demise marked the end of a major landmark in the Cynon Valley and was symptomatic of a broader failure in the design of British public housing. Currently the patch of green land known as Hirwaun Common
162-599: A large portion of Hirwaun and even used their own currency, the "Hirwaun Guinea", to pay employees, a form of truck system which stopped employees travelling to Cardiff or spending their money outside the controlled economy of the village. Following the miners' strike , the only deep coal mine left in Wales was the nearby Tower Colliery , which British Coal shut in 1994. The Colliery was then bought-out by its workers, after which it reopened in 1995. It finally closed in 2008. Anthony Bacon started iron production at Cyfarthfa in 1765. His business partner, Francis Homfray, ran
216-459: A length of nearly ten miles. Hirwaun has an industrial background centred around the Hirwaun Ironworks. After the ironworks closed, coal mining continued, and was a major employer until the second half of the 20th century. The Crawshay family were powerful, almost all-powerful in the production of steel, and the Hirwaun Ironworks had produced cannons used on HMS Victory . The family owned
270-712: A national level in Wales , some tracing their history to the 19th Century. Many cooperate with similar bodies from other countries to agree rule changes for their sport. Most implement decisions made by the international bodies to which they belong. Some, such as the Welsh Sports Association , cover a range of sports. Most of the governing bodies involved in competitive sports select, organise and manage individuals or teams to represent their countries at international events or fixtures against other countries. Sport Wales recognise over fifty governing bodies of sports in Wales, which represent their sports. The Federation of Disability Sport Wales ( Welsh : Chwaraeon Anabledd Cymru )
324-755: Is 4 miles (6 km) NW of the town of Aberdare , and comes under the Aberdare post town . At the 2001 census , Hirwaun had a population of 4,851. increasing at the 2011 census to 4,990. The village is on the Heads of the Valleys Road and at the southern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park . Hirwaun (also formerly spelled as Hirwain, Herwain and Hyrwen) derives from two common Welsh toponyms "hir" meaning long and "gwaun" (mutated to "waun") meaning moorland. Writing in 1887, Thomas Morgan stated that
378-496: Is also responsible for the rights of navigation agreements on sections of the Lugg, Severn and Wye. Canoe Wales-Canw Cymru organises competition at national and international level in all the canoeing and kayaking disciplines in Wales: freestyle; slalom; wild water racing ; marathon racing; sprint racing ; surf kayaking ; and canoe polo . Canoe Wales-Canw Cymru manages Canolfan Tryweryn ,
432-605: Is an independent, umbrella body, supporting and representing the national and international interests of all the national governing bodies (NGBs) of sport and physical recreation in Wales. It has a membership of over 60 NGBs. The WSA acts as an independent consultative body to the Welsh Government , Sport Wales and to UK Sport . The Welsh Sports Association is based at the Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. The Federation of Welsh Anglers (FWA)
486-509: Is based in Builth Wells , Powys . The Welsh Curling Association ( Cymdeithas Cwrlio Cymraeg ) (WCA) is the governing body of curling in Wales. Beicio Cymru-Welsh Cycling is "the internationally recognised governing body of cycling in Wales". It administers all six cycling disciplines— BMX ; cyclo-cross ; mountain biking ( downhill and cross-country ); road racing ; time trials ; and track racing . Beicio Cymru-Welsh Cycling
540-776: Is based in Catsash, Newport . Welsh Gymnastics (founded 1902 as the Welsh Amateur Gymnastics Association) is the national governing body for gymnastics in Wales. It has overall responsibility for the administration of all eight gymnastics disciplines in Wales— women's artistic, men's artistic and rhythmic gymnastics , general gymnastics , sports acrobatics , sports aerobics , trampolining and tumbling —through its four geographical areas (north, south, east and west), which are responsible for their own area competition and squad training sessions. Welsh Gymnastics organises
594-727: Is based in Grangetown, Cardiff. The Welsh Cricket Academy ( Academi Criced Cymru ) is run by Glamorgan Cricket, based at the SWALEC Stadium, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. The Welsh Cricket Association ( Cymdeithas Criced Cymru ) (WCA) (founded 1969) is the governing body of Welsh amateur cricket. It also runs the Welsh Cup and convenes the Welsh Coaching Forum. The WCA aims to promote, encourage, and improve amateur cricket in Wales, and to encourage and develop active participation in
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#1733094346017648-663: Is based in Waunfawr, Aberystwyth , Ceredigion . The Welsh Archery Association (WAA) is the governing body for archery in Wales. It was established in 2000 by the merger of the South Wales Archery Society (formed 1951), the North Wales Archery Society (formed 1953) and the Welsh Archery Federation (formed 1970s), and by 2002 had 51 affiliated clubs and over 800 members. Responsibilities of
702-534: Is being strip mined again. This was first done in the 1940s and 1950s. The village was originally served by Hirwaun railway station on the Vale of Neath Railway , which arrived in 1851. At Gelli Tarw Junction east of the station, the mainline from Neath to Merthyr Tydfil met the Vale of Neath Railway branch to Aberdare and the Aberdare Railway . South of the station were the goods yard and sidings which served
756-595: Is responsible for all aspects of sports cycling in Wales including competitions and racing licences and organising the Wales Commonwealth Games cycling team. Beicio Cymru-Welsh Cycling is based at the Wales National Velodrome, Newport International Sports Village Newport . Welsh Fencing is the governing body of fencing in Wales. In 2003 it had 34 affiliated clubs, 260 adult and 559 junior members. Welsh Fencing organises competitions including
810-661: Is the Welsh first class , professional club. Glamorgan CCC play in the England and Wales Cricket Board County Championship . The club has over 7000 members. It also runs the Welsh Cricket Academy. Glamorgan Cricket is based at the SWALEC Stadium, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. Wales National County Cricket Club runs the Welsh team in the National Counties Cricket Championship . The Welsh Asians Cricket Club
864-490: Is the governing body for coarse angling in Wales. It was established in 1977 and by 2003 had 69 affiliated clubs and over 23,000 members. The WFCA is based at Briton Ferry , Neath Port Talbot . The Welsh Federation of Sea Anglers (WFSA) (established 1955) is the governing body of sea angling in Wales. The WFSA organise major angling events at regional and national levels. The WFSA fights for member clubs' access to, and fishing from, threatened facilities, as well as organising
918-511: Is the governing body for the indoor bowling clubs in Wales. It has 25 affiliated clubs. The WLIBA organise national competitions and select and manage the national side. The Welsh Ladies Indoor Bowling Association is based at Ton Pentre , Rhondda Cynon Taf . The Welsh Short Mat Bowls Association ( Cymdeithas Bowlio Mat Byr Cymru ) (WSMBA) is the governing body for short mat bowling clubs in Wales. The WSMBA organise national competitions, including league and inter-county, and select and manage
972-475: Is the governing body of amateur golf in Wales. It is responsible for administration and enforcement of the handicapping and course rating systems for ladies and men in Wales. Wales Golf organise competitions, including the National Championships in Wales, and select and manage all Welsh amateur golf teams. It also makes, maintains and publishes any necessary rules and regulations. The Golf Union of Wales
1026-579: Is the governing body of women's British baseball in Wales. It was formed in 2006 when the WLBU decided to break away from the men's WBU. The WLBU are based in Grangetown, Cardiff . Basketball Wales ( Pêl-fasged Cymru ) is the sole controller and the governing body of all aspects of the game of basketball in Wales. It is responsible for the management of the Welsh National Basketball League,
1080-471: Is the national pan-disability governing body of sports organisations that provide local sporting and physical activity opportunities to disabled people in Wales. The Federation of Disability Sport Wales is based at the Sport Wales National Centre , Sophia Gardens , Cardiff. Sport Wales ( Chwaraeon Cymru ) is responsible for developing and promoting sport and active lifestyles in Wales. It
1134-698: Is the third oldest football association in the world. It has been the governing body of football in Wales since its formation in 1876. The FAW is one of the associations that make up a body called the International Football Association Board (IFAB)—the others are the other three UK associations: the Football Association , the Scottish Football Association and the Irish Football Association plus FIFA ,
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#17330943460171188-634: Is the umbrella body for the three national governing bodies for sea , coarse and game fishing in Wales—the Welsh Federation of Sea Anglers, the Welsh Federation of Coarse Anglers and the Welsh Salmon and Trout Angling Association. It is responsible for angling coaching development in Wales. The FWA is based in Hirwaun , Rhondda Cynon Taf . The Welsh Federation of Coarse Anglers (WFCA)
1242-400: The 1904-05 Religious Revival , Evan Roberts , the main instigator of the movement, visited the village. Unlike most South Wales Coalfield villages, Hirwaun has an array of different architectural housing styles, often cheek-by-jowl in small blocks. This is due to developments to satisfy different needs at different times, with much gentrification in the last few decades. So Hirwaun has
1296-984: The Brecon Beacons National Park Access & Recreation Advisory Group, the Countryside Council for Wales , the Gower Cave Advisory Group , the Gwenlais Valley Consortium (Carmel Woods), the Pembrokeshire Outdoor Charter , the Welsh Exploration Society and the Welsh Sports Association . The CCC also maintains contact with several other regional and national bodies including, the Natural Resources Wales , Forestry Enterprise , various bat groups, Welsh Water and Sport Wales, as well as with
1350-504: The National Whitewater Centre near Bala, Gwynedd , where Canoe Wales-Canw Cymru is based. The Afon Tryweryn is a dam released river, allowing water to flow when other rivers are running dry, providing a year-round white water venue. The Cambrian Caving Council (CCC) (formed 1969) is the national association for caving , representing the interests of caving clubs in Wales. It is a member of several organisations including
1404-507: The WAA include the competition, judging and coaching of archery in Wales. The WAA also control the selection and management of representative teams competing for Wales at international events. The Welsh Archery Association is based in Barry , Vale of Glamorgan . Welsh Athletics ( Athletau Cymru ) (WA) is the national governing body for athletics . Set up as a limited company in 2007 to replace
1458-630: The WSTAA organise national and international angling competitions, including two major World Fly Fishing Championships and the 2002 Commonwealth championship in Wales—The WSTAA Wales team won gold at the 2009 IFFA River International competition. The WSTAA also highlights issues that affect Welsh anglers including: game fishing conservation; threats to water quality from acid rain ; water pollution ; barrages ; poaching ; stocking ; and Objective One funding . The Welsh Salmon and Trout Angling Association
1512-764: The Welsh Ladies Indoor Bowling Association; the Welsh Short Mat Bowls Association; and the Welsh Women's Bowling Association. The Welsh Bowls Coaching Association and Welsh Bowls Umpires Association are also represented. The WBF has 670 affiliated clubs and over 25,000 members. The Welsh Bowls Federation is based at Whitland , Carmarthenshire . The Welsh Bowling Association (WBA) is the governing body for men's outdoor bowling clubs in Wales. It has 10 affiliated counties and 286 affiliated clubs. The WBA organise competitions, including
1566-671: The Welsh National Badminton Championships and the Welsh International Badminton Championships , and manages the Wales representative squads internationally, at all levels. Welsh Badminton Cymru is based at the Sport Wales National Centre , Sophia Gardens , Cardiff . Welsh Baseball Union (WBU), formed in 1892, is the governing body of men's British baseball in Wales. It is based in Heath, Cardiff . Welsh Ladies Baseball Union (WLBU)
1620-670: The Welsh Open. Welsh Fencing are responsible for the selection and management of the Wales representative squad, who compete in the Winton Cup and the Commonwealth Games . To compete at the European and World Championships Welsh fencers represent Great Britain, if selected. Welsh Fencing is based in Canton, Cardiff . The Football Association of Wales ( Cymdeithas Bêl-droed Cymru ) (FAW)
1674-575: The Welsh national and international teams and competitions. Welsh Gymnastics is based at the WSport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. Hirwaun Hirwaun ( / ˈ h ɪər w aɪ n / , locally / ˈ h ɜːr w ɪ n / ; Welsh pronunciation: [ˈhɪrwai̯n] ) is a village and community at the north end of the Cynon Valley in the County Borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf , South Wales . It
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1728-651: The Welsh women's team finished first. The Welsh Women's Bowling Association is based at Knighton , Powys . Canoe Wales-Canw Cymru (formed as the Welsh Canoeing Association) is the governing body for canoeing and kayaking in Wales. It has over 50 affiliated clubs and a membership of 1800. Canoe Wales-Canw Cymru is responsible for the formal access agreements on the Conwy , Glaslyn , Llwyd , Ogwr , Severn , Tawe , Tryweryn , Twrch , Usk and Wye and informal agreements on rivers and managed stillwaters. It
1782-493: The correct name is Hirwaun Gwrgant , meaning Gwrgan's "Waun". This name comes from its association with Gwrgan ab Ithel (1033 - 1070), a king of Morgannwg who is said to have freely given a portion of the waun (named "Y Waun Hir") to his poor subjects and all other Welshmen for raising corn, and the breeding of sheep and cattle. Morgan further states that in olden times the waun extended from Blaengwrach (near Rhydgroes) to Mountain Ash ,
1836-552: The county championship, and select and manage the national side. At the 2009 Atlantic Rim Championship in Johannesburg , the Welsh men's team finished third. The Welsh Bowling Association is based at Llanishen , Cardiff. The Welsh Crown Green Bowling Association (WCGBA) is the governing body for crown green bowling in Wales. The WCGBA organise competitions, including the Welsh Club Championship, and select and manage
1890-912: The ecclesiastical parish of Hirwaun. It was opened by Alfred Ollivant , Bishop of Llandaff in July 1858. The sister church in the parish, in Penywaun , is dedicated to Saint Winefred . The first Roman Catholic Church was established in the Mission Room overlooking the Iron Works (built 1880 demolished in 1969). The present day church was built in 1965. There were a number of nonconformist chapels in Hirwaun village, most dating from its early days as an industrial settlement when large numbers of people arrived from rural Wales. The chapels included Ramoth (Baptist), Nebo (Congregationalist) and Soar (Wesleyan Methodist). During
1944-607: The election of individuals and teams to represent Wales at international sea angling competitions. The Welsh Federation of Sea Anglers is based in Bargoed , Caerphilly County Borough . The Welsh Salmon and Trout Angling Association ( Cymdeithas Genweirwyr Eog a Brithyll Cymru ) (WSTAA) is the governing body for game angling in Wales and has about one hundred member clubs. Founded as the Welsh Fly Fishing Association ( Welsh : Cymdeithas Pysgota Pluen Cymru ) in 1952,
1998-399: The first railway steam engine seen in the locality began to operate from the works. The ironworks remained in family hands until its closure in 1859. The ironworks' blast furnaces required coke, which spurred an increase in local coal mining . Hirwaun had its own seat on Glamorgan County Council from 1889. The first member elected was Sir William Thomas Lewis , later Lord Merthyr. Hirwaun
2052-675: The former Athletic Association of Wales, Welsh Athletics has more than 70 affiliated clubs, with over 7,000 athletes taking part in WA competitions. Welsh Athletics has been based at the Cardiff International Sports Stadium , Leckwith , since 2009, having been based at the Cardiff Athletics Stadium until the stadium was demolished in 2007. Welsh Badminton Cymru (WBC) is the governing body for badminton in Wales. Formed in 1928 as The Welsh Badminton Union, in 1934 it
2106-556: The game. Over 270 counties, associations, leagues and clubs are affiliated to the WCA. The Welsh Cricket Association is based at the SWALEC Stadium, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. The Welsh Clubs Cricket Conference is based in Llanishen , Cardiff. The Welsh Schools' Cricket Association run inter schools competitions in Wales. It is based in Fishguard , Pembrokeshire . Welsh Women's Cricket
2160-625: The line from Hirwaun to Aberdare will reopen. The Robertstown crossing will be a deciding factor. However, the Welsh Government have added the extension of the line to the map of the South Wales Metro Light Rapid Transit System, which is planned to take over the line from Cardiff Bay to Aberdare and then to Hirwaun. Hirwaun Recreational Ground, known locally as the Welfare Ground, is the main sporting facility in
2214-465: The national side. The Welsh Indoor Bowls Association (WIBA) is the governing body for the indoor bowling clubs in Wales. It has 24 affiliated clubs. The WBA organise competitions, including the WIBA Club Championship, and select and manage the national side. The Welsh Bowling Association is based at Gorseinon , Swansea . The Welsh Ladies Indoor Bowling Association (WLIBA) (formed 1950)
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2268-409: The national side. The Welsh Women's Bowling Association (WWBA) (founded in 1932 as Welsh Ladies Bowls Association) is the governing body for women's outdoor bowling clubs in Wales. It has eight affiliated counties and 160 affiliated clubs. The WBA organise competitions, including the county championship, and select and manage the national side. At the 2009 Atlantic Rim Championship in Johannesburg ,
2322-572: The national teams and for the organisation of all national and international basketball competitions held in Wales. Basketball Wales is based at the Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. The Welsh Bowls Federation (WBF) (established 2001) is an umbrella partnership body comprising representatives from the five national governing bodies: the Welsh Bowling Association; the Welsh Indoor Bowls Association;
2376-537: The other Regional Bodies of the British Caving Association . This article about sports in Wales is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . This article about an organisation in Wales is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Governing bodies of sports in Wales The governing bodies of sports in Wales perform an organisational, regulatory or sanctioning function at
2430-460: The other Regional Caving Councils. Cricket Wales ( Criced Cymru ) is an umbrella partnership body comprising the Welsh Cricket Association, Glamorgan Cricket, Wales National County, the Welsh Schools Cricket Association and Sport Wales. It regulates the sport of cricket in Wales and organises competitions up to national level. Cricket Wales is based at the SWALEC Stadium , Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. Glamorgan Cricket ( Criced Morgannwg )
2484-411: The site of the former sidings near the Rhigos industrial estate. After the second closure of Tower in early 2008, in November 2009 the Welsh Assembly Government (WAG) asked Network Rail to conduct a feasibility study on reopening the line to Hirwaun for passenger services. After clearing the line of vegetation, Network Rail submitted its report to WAG. Currently, no decision has been made as to whether
2538-469: The various industries in the area, including Hirwaun Ironworks, Tower Colliery, two brickworks, and Penderyn quarry tramway. With the Beeching Axe in 1963, the lines south to Neath and north to Merthyr and the former Aberdare Railway were all closed. Hirwaun station was demolished. The line north to Aberdare on the Merthyr Line to Cardiff Central was only kept open for coal traffic to Tower Colliery, which moved its coal washery and loading facility onto
2592-444: The village. The ground has one soccer field, one Rugby Union field, two tennis courts (hard surface) and a bowling green. The ground has its own dedicated floodlit training area. Hirwaun RFC currently play rugby football in the Welsh Rugby Union League (SWALEC League) 3b South Central. Hirwaun has Hirwaun FC (formerly Glancynon FC) playing association football in the Aberdare Valley Football League premier division. The village has
2646-406: The works during the Napoleonic Wars. The finished product was transported to the port of Cardiff by mules and pack-horses. The works later passed through a succession of owners before being purchased in 1819 by William Crawshay of Cyfarthfa. Crawshay expanded the works, leading to a population influx into the locality. By 1830, nearly 900 men were employed at the Hirwaun works, and in the same year
2700-506: The world governing body. The IFAB maintain the laws that govern football, known officially as the "Laws of the Game". Football is the most popular team sport in Wales, with more than twice as many participants as rugby union . The FAW has six affiliated Area Football Associations: Central Wales; Gwent County; North East Wales; North Wales Coast; South Wales; and West Wales. The FAW is based at Cardiff Bay . The Welsh Football Trust ( Ymddiriedolaeth Bêl-droed Cymru ) (WFT) (founded 1996)
2754-412: Was also part of the Aberdare Urban District Council area. Until 2022 Hirwaun was the name of an electoral ward to Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council , electing one county borough councillor. Following a boundary review, it was merged with neighbouring Rhigos to become ' Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos ', electing two councillors. Saint Lleurwg's parish church is in the centre of the village, in
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#17330943460172808-414: Was established by the FAW to encourage more children in Wales to play football, to develop player and coaching talent and to support the future success of Welsh national teams. In addition to the FAW, the WFT is supported by the Welsh Government, the Sports Council of Wales and the Premier League . The Welsh Football Trust is based in Parc Nantgarw , Rhondda Cynon Taf. The Wales Golf ( Golff Cymru )
2862-524: Was established in 1927 with the objectives of "fostering the knowledge and practice of sport and physical recreation among the public at large in Wales and the provision of facilities thereto". Sport Wales is the Welsh Government 's main adviser on sporting matters and is responsible for distributing National Lottery awards to sports in Wales. Sport Wales is based at the Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. The Welsh Sports Association ( Gwasanaeth Chwaraeon Cymru ) (WSA) (established 1972)
2916-472: Was one of the founder members of the Badminton World Federation . It became a member of the European Badminton Union in 1968 (now Badminton Europe ). Over 90 senior clubs are affiliated to Welsh Badminton Cymru, and its membership is nearly 4000.]. Wales competes in the European Championships , World Championships , Commonwealth Games and the Thomas and Uber Cup World Team Championships. WBC organises national and international competitions, including
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