Creative experience for children in Wales

The Urdd has led a creative art and music project under the guidance of artist Aur Bleddyn, bringing together primary school pupils to create a unique series of “music walls” from recycled materials.

Children from Ysgol Glantwymyn, Ysgol Cerrigydrudion, Ysgol Henry Richard and Ysgol Llanfairpwll worked together on the project, using reused materials to build interactive installations that combine art, sound and sustainability.

The aim of the project was to encourage creativity, environmental awareness and teamwork among the pupils, while giving them the opportunity to explore sound and music in a new and creative way.

The project was funded through sponsorship from Bute Energy and CultureStep, Arts & Business. The music walls were displayed in the Garddorfa during the Urdd Eisteddfod 2026, which was held on Ynys Môn between 23 and 29 May.

Aur Bleddyn said: “It has been a special experience to see the children using their imagination to transform everyday materials into artworks that make sound and bring people together. The project celebrates creativity, community and care for the environment.”

Catrin Newton, Director of Community Investment Communications at Bute Energy said: “We are proud to partner with the Urdd for the third time on a project that brings together creativity, sustainability and the Welsh language. Supporting Welsh culture and heritage is central to our community investment approach, ensuring that our renewable energy developments provide lasting benefits to communities. We enjoyed visiting the Garddorfa on the maes in Ynys Môn.”

As sponsors of the Garddorfa gardens, Bute Energy staff helped plant flowers in the eco-friendly area on the Maes as preparations continued for the festival site. The exhibition added an interactive and colourful element to visitors’ experience at this year’s Eisteddfod.

Llio Maddocks, the Urdd’s Director of the Arts: “This sponsorship has enabled us to provide artistic and creative experiences to over 100 children across Wales, and the artwork was admired by the thousands who visited our ecofriendly area on the Maes this year, Garddorfa, and will be enjoyed for years to come.”