In pictures: The National Eisteddfod in Pontypridd

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Harry, seven, and Freddie, five, outside the National Eisteddfod sign in Pontypridd
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Linda Dixon and Beryl Virgo in traditional Welsh dress
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Elsie, three, was happy to show off her Mr Urdd tattoo while attending her first eisteddfod
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Ethan, Josh, Jack, and Aled, all nine, with matching hats and bubbles
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Carolanne Milson, from Cardiff, looked impressive head to toe in her Welsh outfit
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Darcy, five, loved getting her face painted
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Sir Tom Jones, one of Pontypridd's most famous sons, hasn't been spotted at the eisteddfod - yet - but a cardboard cut-out of him in all his glory is there
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Megan, nine, and Lowri, seven, take it easy in a giant deckchair
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The town of Pontypridd has been decorated to celebrate the event
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The girls of Steele Studio Distinction Dance, before their performance on Tuesday
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Michael Shepard, 62, George Collins, 66, and Rob Wilcox, 63, from Pontypool
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Tani, Leyla and two-year-old Noah relax and take a break from the festivities
Image source, Clare Rotchell
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The Maes opens from 08:00 BST each day, with last entry at 21:00

6 August 2024

Thousands of people have been visiting the National Eisteddfod in Pontypridd.

It is the first time the festival, which runs until Saturday, has been held in Rhondda Cynon Taf since 1956.

Here is a selection of images from the eisteddfod so far.

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