In pictures: The Urdd Eisteddfod

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Annie and Seren, both 11, and Phoebe, eight, enjoy an early chocolate treat as they explore the Maes
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Brothers Jonah (10) and Noah (11) have a wander round the Maes between performances
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Crowds gather for a huge range of entertainment across the festival stages
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The muddy Maes was abuzz with festival-goers taking part in activities or grabbing a bite to eat
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Young performer Alys, nine, from Cardigan, Ceredigion, shows off her hula-hoop skills in the funfair area
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Sioned and James wander round the muddy Maes with children Efan, 10, Erin, eight, and Noa, four
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Art in lots of forms is displayed at the Urdd Eisteddfod - from dance to music, and poetry to fine art
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Despite the weather, the fairground rides were popular with children and adults alike
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Adventurous Hanna, six, from Ceredigion, tries out some stilt walking with an instructor
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When the sun peeked out, families flocked to the outdoor activities on the Maes
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There is something for all ages at the Urdd Eisteddfod
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The six young people shortlisted for the Welsh Learners Medal take part in a Q&A session
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Welsh and Bollywood dancing styles come together in a unique performance
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A packed audience gathers to enjoy some Welsh and Bolywood dance fusion - with hoods and umbrellas up
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H from Steps and pupils from Cowbridge teach an audience their original song, Bydd yn ti dy hun
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Each day of the Urdd Eisteddfod, winners are presented with prizes in a variety of contests

30 May 2024

It's been a very wet year so far in Wales so it is probably unsurprising that this week's Urdd Eisteddfod was no different.

The Welsh-language youth arts festival, this year held in Meifod, Powys, has seen sunshine and showers, but the soggy ground underfoot hasn't dampened the atmosphere.

Families from across the country have descended on the site to perform, spectate, eat and enjoy sharing the Welsh language with more than 400 competitions taking place and a record-breaking 100,454 people registering to take part.

The Urdd's director of arts, Llio Maddocks, said it was "great to see so much enthusiasm".

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