Trefonen Hillwalk began in 1991 when a walk was planned from Trefonen village to the top of Mynydd Myfyr. A milk churn was placed at the top of the hill for donations.

Over the years the event has escalated into a fundraising weekend. The Hillwalk takes place over the May Spring bank holiday with different activities planned for all the family, raising money for different charities, one UK based and one overseas.

This year’s chosen charities are:

Severn Hospice

Medecins Sans Frontiers

Offa Community Support Group – Trefonen

Activities that are planned will include walks for all ages and abilities, a murder mystery night, hill run, duck race, quiz, motorcycle trial, football golf and bingo.

Highlands to Home: This year, there’s a special challenge being undertaken by Neil Owen, who is planning to ride his mountain bike from Aviemore, Scotland back to the village of Trefonen over 7 days. Neil is fundraising for Severn Hospice and donations can be me via his Just Giving page – search for Highlands to Home.

The Scarecrows are back! This year, lots of requests have meant the scarecrows are coming back to the village. This event has proved popular in the past, so people are invited to make a scarecrow and display it on the village green in Trefonen for everyone to enjoy. There’s even a prize for the winning scarecrow!

Here’s what’s in store for you over the May Spring bank holiday:

Friday 23 May: Murder Mystery Night, Trefonen Village Hall.

Saturday 24 May, 8am: Across the Cynllath walk, starting at Trefonen Village Hall.

A 10 or 16 mile walk starting from Trefonen Village Hall.

Visit www.sientries.co.uk to book onto the walk.

Saturday 24 May, 2pm: Hillwalk Motorbike Trial, New Barns Farm.

Saturday 24 May, 7.30pm: Trefonen Hillwalk Quiz, Trefonen Village Hall.

Sunday 25 May, 9.30am: Hill Walk family service at Trefonen Church.

Sunday 25 May, 11am: Mynydd Myfyr Hill Run, starting at Trefonen Village Hall.

Sunday 25 May, 2.30pm: Family Fun Afternoon including: a duck race, football golf, BBQ, bar, Artisan market and a car meet.

Monday 26 May, all day: A day of the family walks will be on offer. 3 or 6 mile walk starting from Trefonen village green, where you can register 8am-5pm. Refreshments are available at New Barns Farm.

Monday 26 May, 6.30pm: End the day with a game of Bingo at Trefonen Village Hall.

The theme for this year’s Hillwalk is ‘All are Welcome’ – and so you are!

For more information about the Trefonen Hill Walk weekend, including all events and any entrance fees please visit the Facebook page @Trefonen Hill Walk or www.trefonen-hillwalk.com.