THE crowning glory of this year's Denbigh Urdd Eisteddfod is fast approaching.

This afternoon will be marked by the crowning ceremony at the festival.

Jeweller Ann Catrin Evans, from Caernarfon, has designed the crown.

“As the Urdd is celebrating 100 years this year, I redesigned the crown which was originally meant for the 2020 Eisteddfod to reflect this,” said the notable designer and maker Ann Catrin.

This is the eighth crown that she has designed during her career, and she was inspired by the agricultural landscape of Denbigh and the surrounding area and agricultural tools and equipment.

 

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“I am a farm girl and the ‘Bamford Major’ grass cutting machine was an inspiration. I have used contrasting materials in the crown that create drama – copper and sterling silver are the main materials, and the lovely velvet and silk cap complement the drama. It is a majestic crown and I can’t wait to see it worn by the winner within the month.”

As always, competitions will get underway at 9am.

In the Coch pavilion, it all starts with the year 10 to 19 years boys and girls' solos being held at the same time.

Over in the Gwyn pavilion, it's the year seven to 19-years-old multimedia dance competition, while the year 10 to 19-years-old dramatic presentation opens the action in the Gwyrdd pavilion.

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Today marks the second day of the three-day Gwyl Triban on the Eisteddfod Maes.

It's been a mixed week of weather on the Maes for Eisteddfod visitors - and the Met Office anticipates a mixed bag for those who attend today.

Possible rain early morning, grey clouds up until midday and then a 60 per cent chance of thunderstorms mid-afternoon.

Best take the brolly again!