0:00:02 > 0:00:05- It's been an incredible month.
0:00:05 > 0:00:12- The Welsh football team - reached the final four in Euro 2016.
0:00:12 > 0:00:17- Their journey is over but the - celebrations are just beginning!
0:00:17 > 0:00:20- Welcome to Heno - from the Cardiff City Stadium...
0:00:20 > 0:00:24- ..and the homecoming concert.
0:00:41 > 0:00:47- Hello and welcome to a jam-packed - Cardiff City Stadium...
0:00:47 > 0:00:51- ..for the homecoming concert...
0:00:51 > 0:00:56- ..that celebrates the success - of our national football team.
0:00:56 > 0:01:03- A month ago, nobody expected them to - reach the semi-finals in Euro 2016.
0:01:03 > 0:01:09- Thousands have gathered - on the streets of Cardiff today...
0:01:09 > 0:01:13- ..and in this stadium - for the official homecoming...
0:01:13 > 0:01:17- ..following an - unforgettable campaign in Euro 2016.
0:01:18 > 0:01:22- It's an incredible night in Cardiff - and we'll join Llinos shortly...
0:01:22 > 0:01:26- ..but there are other events taking - place around Wales tonight too.
0:01:27 > 0:01:32- Tonight, Elin is in Llandeilo.
0:01:33 > 0:01:39- I'm in Llandeilo for the final night - of the Race for the Language.
0:01:39 > 0:01:45- They have travelled from north - to south to promote the language.
0:01:45 > 0:01:50- It's great to celebrate being Welsh - in every corner of our country.
0:01:50 > 0:01:56- You can hear all about - the Race for the Language later.
0:01:56 > 0:01:59- My guest is Aled Davies, - one of the Three Welsh Tenors.
0:02:00 > 0:02:03- He has a special performance for - our national football team later.
0:02:03 > 0:02:07- Yes, I'm singing one - of the favourites of the fans.
0:02:07 > 0:02:11- It's Men of Harlech with lyrics that - pays tribute to the national team.
0:02:11 > 0:02:14- We look forward - to your performance later.
0:02:14 > 0:02:18- Let's return to Cardiff City Stadium - and to Llinos.
0:02:19 > 0:02:25- Welcome back to Cardiff and there's - an incredible atmosphere here.
0:02:25 > 0:02:30- Everyone is proud of the team who - has earned the respect of Europe...
0:02:31 > 0:02:35- ..for their skills, - spirit and passion.
0:02:35 > 0:02:40- The team have reached the stadium.
0:02:41 > 0:02:44- There were the goalkeepers...
0:02:44 > 0:02:49- ..who were followed by the defenders - and captain Ashley Williams.
0:02:49 > 0:02:52- We had the midfielders Joe Allen, - Aaron Ramsey and Jonny Williams.
0:02:52 > 0:02:58- There was also the strikers - that included Gareth Bale...
0:02:58 > 0:03:01- ..who is the world's most expensive - player for Real Madrid...
0:03:01 > 0:03:08- ..Hal Robson Kanu and Sam Vokes.
0:03:08 > 0:03:12- The team and managers arrived home - in Cardiff Airport earlier...
0:03:12 > 0:03:13- ..and had a hero's welcome!
0:03:14 > 0:03:17- Wales! Wales! Wales!
0:03:17 > 0:03:21- Wales! Wales! Wales!
0:03:21 > 0:03:24- CHEERING
0:03:25 > 0:03:31- Congratulations, Osian and this is - an amazing way to welcome you home.
0:03:31 > 0:03:36- It's fantastic and we were looking - forward to coming home.
0:03:36 > 0:03:40- We've had a very exciting few weeks.
0:03:40 > 0:03:44- Can you describe the tournament - in your own words?
0:03:44 > 0:03:50- It's been incredible - and we wanted to do our very best.
0:03:50 > 0:03:53- The players have been amazing.
0:03:53 > 0:03:58- This welcome is proof that they - are worshipped by the whole nation.
0:03:58 > 0:04:04- It's great to be home - to see all our fans.
0:04:05 > 0:04:10- What would you like to say to all - those fans who joined you in France?
0:04:10 > 0:04:17- I want to thank them and the whole - team is grateful for the support.
0:04:17 > 0:04:22- It's great to be home - so that we can say thank you!
0:04:22 > 0:04:27- How would you describe your journey?
0:04:27 > 0:04:31- It was an incredible experience.
0:04:31 > 0:04:35- Playing in Euro 2016 is one thing...
0:04:35 > 0:04:39- ..but reaching the semi-finals - is something I'll never forget.
0:04:39 > 0:04:44- Every game that went by and the way - we were playing, there was no fear.
0:04:44 > 0:04:50- We believed in ourselves and knew - what was happening back home...
0:04:50 > 0:04:53- ..and were told that the nation - was behind us...
0:04:53 > 0:04:57- ..and the support we had in France - from the famous red wall.
0:04:57 > 0:05:01- It grew, our confidence grew and - it's an experience you never forget.
0:05:01 > 0:05:04- This is a real welcome.
0:05:04 > 0:05:07- It's incredible to get off the plane - and be welcomed by all this.
0:05:08 > 0:05:12- How would you describe - the tournament?
0:05:13 > 0:05:19- It's difficult to put it into words - as it's like a dream come true.
0:05:20 > 0:05:25- Is it true to say that - you didn't expect to get this far?
0:05:25 > 0:05:30- The team knew that we had the - possibility to go all the way...
0:05:30 > 0:05:37- ..but we're all delighted - to have reached the semi-finals.
0:05:37 > 0:05:42- It's wonderful - what this has done for Wales.
0:05:42 > 0:05:47- Yes, and it's planted Wales - firmly on the international map...
0:05:47 > 0:05:53- ..in terms of football, - our culture and language.
0:05:54 > 0:05:59- I think the last few weeks - have done Wales the world of good.
0:06:05 > 0:06:10- Yes, the lads arrived home safely - after a month in Paris...
0:06:10 > 0:06:18- ..but the journey - was much longer that that.
0:06:18 > 0:06:24- The players and Football Association - of Wales have given their all...
0:06:24 > 0:06:28- ..and we're delighted that Heno - has been a part of that journey.
0:06:29 > 0:06:33- Good evening and welcome to Heno.
0:06:33 > 0:06:38- Bonjour! Bienvenue a Bordeaux! - We're live in France tonight.
0:06:38 > 0:06:40- This is the former school of...
0:06:40 > 0:06:42- ..Joe Allen!
0:06:42 > 0:06:45- It's Ysgol y Preseli in Crymych.
0:06:45 > 0:06:49- Everyone is so - excited about tonight's game.
0:06:50 > 0:06:54- Yes, it's a journey - that has united the nation.
0:06:54 > 0:06:59- The country has welcomed - this challenge and the success.
0:06:59 > 0:07:06- I'm delighted that everyone wants - to be in France to support the team.
0:07:06 > 0:07:09- # Running away to come back
0:07:09 > 0:07:13- # Running to Paris #
0:07:13 > 0:07:20- They came to the stadium from North - Wales, South Wales and everywhere.
0:07:20 > 0:07:25- # Da-da-da-da-da-da #
0:07:25 > 0:07:29- A word that I'd use - would be proud...
0:07:29 > 0:07:34- ..especially when leading the team - on game day and singing the Anthem.
0:07:34 > 0:07:39- # Gwlad, Gwlad #
0:07:39 > 0:07:44- You don't only have - the team getting stronger...
0:07:44 > 0:07:49- ..but the team is also united - with the fans.
0:07:49 > 0:07:52- Good luck, Wales!
0:07:55 > 0:07:58- Good luck, Aaron Ramsey!
0:07:59 > 0:08:02- Yes, it's a tour that has inspired - generation after generation.
0:08:03 > 0:08:06- Come on, boys!
0:08:06 > 0:08:10- When I think about some - of the players I played with...
0:08:10 > 0:08:14- ..like Rushy and Giggsy...
0:08:15 > 0:08:21- ..they never got the chance to play - on the world stage in a tournament.
0:08:21 > 0:08:24- These players have got that.
0:08:24 > 0:08:29- Yes, it's a tour - that has promoted the language.
0:08:29 > 0:08:34- You speak Welsh to the players - because we're so used to doing that.
0:08:34 > 0:08:38- Being Welsh - is an integral part of us all.
0:08:42 > 0:08:47- It's a tour where Welsh fans - have formed friendships...
0:08:47 > 0:08:50- ..across Europe and the world.
0:08:51 > 0:08:57- We're so close-knit and the Welsh - will treasure it for years to come.
0:08:57 > 0:09:00- It's been a tour of celebrations...
0:09:04 > 0:09:12- Wearing this shirt is one of the - best feelings you get as a player.
0:09:12 > 0:09:17- It's our aim to reach France and - leave our mark on the tournament.
0:09:18 > 0:09:22- If you can maintain the quality - of our recent performances...
0:09:22 > 0:09:27- ..then we can play against any team.
0:09:27 > 0:09:31- It's also a tour - that has created heroes.
0:09:31 > 0:09:36- It's a great feeling to be part - of a team that has made history.
0:09:37 > 0:09:42- When I wear the shirt of my country - and hear the crowd singing...
0:09:42 > 0:09:46- ..it's something - that I never forget.
0:09:53 > 0:09:57- # Running away to come back #
0:09:57 > 0:10:02- Is this the end of the journey - or is it only just the beginning?
0:10:08 > 0:10:13- Yes, it's been an incredible journey - for the team and the nation.
0:10:13 > 0:10:22- I'm now joined by Geraint Hardy.
0:10:22 > 0:10:28- This is amazing!
0:10:28 > 0:10:32- Yes, this is incredible.
0:10:32 > 0:10:39- I can't believe the noise in here.
0:10:39 > 0:10:44- It was worth the wait - to reaching this poiunt.
0:10:44 > 0:10:52- It was worth the wait - to reaching this point.
0:10:53 > 0:10:58- Wales is firmly planted on the map.
0:10:58 > 0:11:09- Even the English - are supporting Wales.
0:11:09 > 0:11:13- I wanted to talk about the fans.
0:11:13 > 0:11:18- We can hear the crowd here.
0:11:18 > 0:11:21- They are so loud.
0:11:21 > 0:11:25- It's incredible.
0:11:25 > 0:11:30- Yes, that's right.
0:11:30 > 0:11:34- I was in France for the game - against Russia and Portugal.
0:11:35 > 0:11:40- Everyone was enjoying themselves.
0:11:40 > 0:11:49- Things often go over the top - with football fans.
0:11:50 > 0:11:56- There wasn't any problems - with the Welsh.
0:11:56 > 0:12:06- The players deserve - this welcome back to Wales.
0:12:07 > 0:12:11- The fans deserve - all the celebrations today too.
0:12:11 > 0:12:20- I think the team - has done so much for Wales.
0:12:20 > 0:12:25- They spent time with people - on the beaches in France.
0:12:25 > 0:12:29- How do you feel now?
0:12:29 > 0:12:32- I want to go onto that pitch - and kiss the players.
0:12:32 > 0:12:35- Is that allowed?!
0:12:36 > 0:12:39- After the break, I'll have more - from the Cardiff City Stadium.
0:12:40 > 0:12:41- We're also in Llandeilo...
0:12:41 > 0:12:45- ..where the Race for the Language - finished in style.
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0:12:56 > 0:12:58- Subtitles
0:13:05 > 0:13:08- Welcome back - to the Cardiff City Stadium...
0:13:08 > 0:13:14- ..and the homecoming concert - for the Welsh team after Euro 2016.
0:13:14 > 0:13:20- It's quite a party that started with - music from Manic Street Preachers...
0:13:20 > 0:13:26- ..who performed the team's official - song called Together Stronger...
0:13:26 > 0:13:30- ..which is also the motto of - the Football Association of Wales.
0:13:30 > 0:13:41- Everyone loved the performance and - we've got a taster of it for you.
0:13:41 > 0:13:44- # When Gareth Bale plays
0:13:45 > 0:13:48- # We can beat any side
0:13:48 > 0:13:51- # So come on Wales
0:13:51 > 0:13:54- # So come one Wales
0:13:54 > 0:14:03- # With Ashley Williams
0:14:03 > 0:14:07- # We can win any fight #
0:14:08 > 0:14:14- The Welsh football team has put - Wales and her language on the map.
0:14:14 > 0:14:23- The team contains the most number - of Welsh speakers than ever before.
0:14:23 > 0:14:30- Adidas, Budweiser and UEFA have been - advertizing and tweeting in Welsh.
0:14:31 > 0:14:35- Welsh could also be heard - on the streets of France...
0:14:35 > 0:14:42- ..with the fans singing our Anthem - and Calon Lan.
0:14:42 > 0:14:45- It's been a wonderful stage - for the language.
0:14:45 > 0:14:49- This week, we've followed the baton - in the Race for the Language...
0:14:49 > 0:14:56- ..and Elin is at its finish line - in Llandeilo.
0:14:56 > 0:15:03- Good evening to you all.
0:15:03 > 0:15:10- The runners have arrived.
0:15:10 > 0:15:13- Hundreds of people have been - running.
0:15:13 > 0:15:17- Let's hear how the final day - of the race panned out.
0:15:18 > 0:15:21- The race began at 8.00am in Crymych.
0:15:21 > 0:15:25- We're now in St Clears - and are moving to Carmarthen.
0:15:25 > 0:15:29- Many schools and communities have - joined the run and we can't wait.
0:15:29 > 0:15:36- We're excited about the last day - and Dewi Pws will be performing.
0:15:36 > 0:15:42- It's a chance for the children to - run alongside their school friends.
0:15:42 > 0:15:49- They're keeping fit - and celebrating the Welsh language.
0:15:49 > 0:15:52- I look forward to run with friends.
0:15:53 > 0:15:56- We've been training for it - and are looking forward to it.
0:15:57 > 0:16:04- It's a great experience - running with your friends.
0:16:04 > 0:16:09- The Merched y Wawr are awaiting the - arrival the children from Whitland.
0:16:09 > 0:16:13- It raises awareness of the language - and it coincides with the football.
0:16:13 > 0:16:22- The language is being well promoted - and Wales is certainly on the map!
0:16:24 > 0:16:29- There are some characters - among the children.
0:16:29 > 0:16:34- Many non-Welsh speakers have run - and this gives us plenty of hope.
0:16:34 > 0:16:42- The race is about passing a baton on - and so the language is passed on.
0:16:45 > 0:16:50- The race has reached Carmarthen and - we are joined by Llangynnor pupils!
0:16:50 > 0:16:54- Yeah!
0:16:56 > 0:17:00- They're ready to go - and I'm ready to go.
0:17:00 > 0:17:05- I look forward to running - this stage in Carmarthen.
0:17:07 > 0:17:10- What have you been doing today?
0:17:10 > 0:17:14- We ran Race for the Language - to promote the Welsh language.
0:17:14 > 0:17:20- We ran a kilometre - from Sheesh Mahal to Notts Square.
0:17:21 > 0:17:23- Have you enjoyed?
0:17:23 > 0:17:27- Have you enjoyed?- - Yes, it was a great experience.
0:17:27 > 0:17:31- Hip-hip-hooray - to the Race for the Language!
0:17:31 > 0:17:33- The Race for the Language!
0:17:33 > 0:17:36- The Race for the Language!- - Yeah!
0:17:36 > 0:17:40- I've run 20 stages - and there are four to go.
0:17:40 > 0:17:44- Over 2,000 children have taken part.
0:17:45 > 0:17:51- The mountain running championships - are on the horizon for you.
0:17:51 > 0:17:59- You'll have to join me - as you're fitter than me, Angharad!
0:17:59 > 0:18:03- I arrived back in St Clears - at 3.30am.
0:18:03 > 0:18:08- I endured an awful journey - back home from Lyon.
0:18:08 > 0:18:13- I was determined to get home - to run the Race for the Language.
0:18:13 > 0:18:17- And here I am!
0:18:20 > 0:18:28- Yes, it's been a great day - for the Race for the Language.
0:18:28 > 0:18:31- It's been a fantastic week too.
0:18:31 > 0:18:37- The children are now tired.
0:18:38 > 0:18:46- Sion Jobbins is the chairperson - of this event.
0:18:46 > 0:18:48- How's the week been?
0:18:48 > 0:18:54- It's been incredible.
0:18:54 > 0:18:58- I was a little worried - at the start...
0:18:58 > 0:19:08- ..but I think - we have raised about 10,000!
0:19:08 > 0:19:16- It means we can provide grants - to an array of people.
0:19:16 > 0:19:21- Dewi Pws, you have been - very active this week.
0:19:21 > 0:19:25- It's been wonderful.
0:19:25 > 0:19:31- I wanted to watch videos of England - leaving Euro 2016!
0:19:31 > 0:19:34- But I had to come out for this...
0:19:34 > 0:19:46- ..and I'm delighted to be here.
0:19:49 > 0:19:53- I'd like the Welsh speakers - footballers...
0:19:53 > 0:19:56- ..to come here next year.
0:19:59 > 0:20:02- Aled Pentre Mawr or Aled Davies - is my guest in Llanelli tonight.
0:20:02 > 0:20:07- Welcome to the programme.
0:20:07 > 0:20:12- Thank you.
0:20:12 > 0:20:17- It's much quieter in the studio.
0:20:17 > 0:20:27- It's been an incredible month.
0:20:27 > 0:20:31- I love supporting Wales - in all occasions.
0:20:31 > 0:20:38- You are part of - the Three Welsh Tenors.
0:20:38 > 0:20:41- You all support different teams.
0:20:42 > 0:20:45- I'm a Liverpool man.
0:20:45 > 0:20:52- Rhys supports Manchester United.
0:20:52 > 0:21:00- However, we've united in - our support for the Welsh team.
0:21:00 > 0:21:05- You have busy touring.
0:21:05 > 0:21:11- We've done a lot of concerts - as part of the Three Welsh Tenors.
0:21:12 > 0:21:22- It was amazing to go to Ontario too.
0:21:22 > 0:21:29- The Welsh Society of Ontario - invited us to the area.
0:21:29 > 0:21:40- There was an Cymanfa Ganu.
0:21:40 > 0:21:45- We also had a concert - with over 1,000 people.
0:21:45 > 0:21:50- There's a special concert - in Cardigan tomorrow night.
0:21:50 > 0:22:01- We're in Cardigan Castle - tomorrow night.
0:22:01 > 0:22:06- I think the Three Welsh Tenors - are the headliners!
0:22:06 > 0:22:09- Tickets are still available.
0:22:09 > 0:22:14- There's still tickets left - from the Theatr Mwldan website.
0:22:15 > 0:22:18- Food festivals, music festivals - and literary festivals...
0:22:18 > 0:22:21- ..can be enjoyed all over Wales.
0:22:22 > 0:22:25- When a team in Caernarfon set about - organizing a new festival...
0:22:25 > 0:22:29- ..it took the name of the - Gwyl Arall (Another) Festival.
0:22:29 > 0:22:33- It's held this weekend but started - last night with a walking tour.
0:22:33 > 0:22:37- It's the first event in this year's - Gwyl Arall (Another) Festival.
0:22:38 > 0:22:43- This walking tour with Ifor Williams - starts our jam-packed weekend.
0:22:43 > 0:22:50- Tomorrow sees a book launch at Palas - Print and a gig at the Market Hall.
0:22:50 > 0:22:55- On Saturday, there's walking events, - live music, lectures, interviews...
0:22:55 > 0:23:00- ..launches and events for children - until Sunday night.
0:23:00 > 0:23:05- There's bands in the Market Hall - on Saturday and Sunday...
0:23:06 > 0:23:10- ..climaxing with the Steve Eaves gig - at Clwb Canol Dre on Sunday night.
0:23:10 > 0:23:16- I look at the Gwyl Arall (Another) - Festival as a bag of pick 'n mix.
0:23:16 > 0:23:23- It's got history, sport, comedy, - music, interesting debates and art.
0:23:23 > 0:23:29- It's all crammed into the weekend.
0:23:29 > 0:23:35- The weekend is a welcome break - from a long hard week in work...
0:23:35 > 0:23:41- ..and proof that life - can be interesting!
0:23:41 > 0:23:45- This is our eighth festival - in Caernarfon this year.
0:23:45 > 0:23:52- We wanted excitement in Caernarfon - so are using an array of locations.
0:23:52 > 0:23:54- There's something for everyone...
0:23:55 > 0:24:00- ..from the youngest child to - grandparents, visitors and locals.
0:24:03 > 0:24:07- After the break, we hear of two more - festivals held at the weekend...
0:24:07 > 0:24:12- ..namely the Gwyl Gerallt Festival - and West Glamorgan Festival.
0:24:12 > 0:24:18- There's more from the homecoming - concert for the Welsh football team.
0:24:20 > 0:24:26- The Cor Eifionydd Choir - is marking it's 30th birthday...
0:24:26 > 0:24:30- ..with a concert at the Porthmadog - Arts Centre tomorrow at 7.30pm.
0:24:31 > 0:24:34- Let's hear about more of your events - in the Calendar.
0:24:42 > 0:24:47- On Sunday 10 July at 10.30am at - Ysgol Bro Myrddin in Carmarthen...
0:24:47 > 0:24:54- ..there's a family service with - all the chapels of Carmarthenshire.
0:24:57 > 0:25:03- On Sunday, there's the Peter Lord - Talk at Plas Glyn-y-Weddw.
0:25:03 > 0:25:10- It starts at 2.00pm and is about - Hugh Hughes' The Pass of Llanberis.
0:25:14 > 0:25:18- Join us for the - Ysgol Gymraeg Brynsierfel fair.
0:25:18 > 0:25:23- It's on 9 July at 1.00pm.
0:25:27 > 0:25:33- The North Pembrokeshire Floral Art - Society has made arrangements...
0:25:33 > 0:25:38- ..on the theme of The World for - Letterston Hall in Pembrokeshire.
0:25:38 > 0:25:44- The exhibition is open from today - until Tuesday 12 July.
0:25:46 > 0:25:52- All are welcome at the craft - and home produce fair on 9 July...
0:25:52 > 0:25:58- ..at Llanllwch church hall - between 10.00am and 1.00pm.
0:26:01 > 0:26:04- Come to the Apostolic Temple - in Penygroes.
0:26:04 > 0:26:08- It's on Monday 11 July at 6.30pm...
0:26:08 > 0:26:16- ..to hear the Ysgol Penygroes choir - and Mynydd Mawr Male Voice Choir.
0:26:19 > 0:26:24- Join us for our fun day.
0:26:24 > 0:26:28- It's on 9 July at 1.00pm - on the playing fields in Llanllwni.
0:26:29 > 0:26:32- All are welcome.
0:26:34 > 0:26:34- .
0:26:43 > 0:26:45- Subtitles
0:26:50 > 0:26:52- Welcome back to Heno.
0:26:52 > 0:26:56- Tonight, we're live - at the homecoming festival...
0:26:57 > 0:27:04- ..in the Cardiff City Stadium - for the Welsh football team.
0:27:04 > 0:27:11- The team is currently meeting - the fans around the stadium.
0:27:11 > 0:27:15- The crowd is going wild.
0:27:15 > 0:27:19- The team is thanking their fans.
0:27:19 > 0:27:24- Throughout the competition, the - Welsh fans have been highly praised.
0:27:24 > 0:27:30- They packed the stadiums and filled - the streets of Bordeaux, Lens...
0:27:30 > 0:27:34- ..Toulouse, Paris, Lille and Lyon.
0:27:34 > 0:27:37- They have made a lot of friends.
0:27:37 > 0:27:43- Most of the fans are home - and we caught up with some of them.
0:27:43 > 0:27:48- You can also enjoy the unofficial - anthem of Rhedeg i Paris.
0:27:57 > 0:28:01- # Leaving the country, - leaving my land #
0:28:01 > 0:28:06- I'm so lucky to have been able to - spend the first ten days in France.
0:28:06 > 0:28:10- I was at the game - when we beat Slovakia.
0:28:10 > 0:28:14- The fans are incredible.
0:28:14 > 0:28:17- I've been to a few home games - but no away games...
0:28:17 > 0:28:21- ..and the amount of Welsh fans - in France was incredible.
0:28:21 > 0:28:25- # Running to Paris #
0:28:25 > 0:28:31- It started for us when Radio Cymru - asked us to record Rhedeg i Paris.
0:28:31 > 0:28:35- It's a classic song by Yr Anhrefn.
0:28:35 > 0:28:43- I'm glad we recorded it as it's - been fantastic for us as Candelas.
0:28:43 > 0:28:49- Jonathan and me chose to drive - from Felinheli to Toulouse.
0:28:49 > 0:28:57- We knew it would be a long trek - so Jon brought his ukulele.
0:28:57 > 0:29:03- # Savage will never - give up the fight #
0:29:03 > 0:29:07- Ioan needed entertaining - as it's a long drive.
0:29:08 > 0:29:12- We were trying to entertain each - other and I wrote my first song.
0:29:12 > 0:29:17- # So let's go to France - and spend all our wages #
0:29:17 > 0:29:23- After getting a take on the phone, - Jon uploaded it to Facebook.
0:29:24 > 0:29:29- We were coming home and had messages - to say the video had gone viral!
0:29:29 > 0:29:35- The newspapers called Jon for - interviews and it was really funny.
0:29:35 > 0:29:41- # Running up and down #
0:29:41 > 0:29:45- Performing at the Tafwyl Festival - this year was something else.
0:29:45 > 0:29:51- We've been regulars in the festival - but this year beat them all!
0:29:52 > 0:30:02- We sang Rhedeg i Paris and the crowd - went wild so it was very special.
0:30:02 > 0:30:07- It's so sad to fall at the last - hurdle before reaching the final.
0:30:08 > 0:30:12- Four weeks ago, any Welshman - would jump at the chance...
0:30:12 > 0:30:17- ..for Wales to lose to Portugal - in a semi-final match.
0:30:17 > 0:30:22- It's incredible - that we got this far.
0:30:22 > 0:30:27- The race for the World Cup - starts again in September.
0:30:27 > 0:30:30- I hope we can build on this and - get into every future tournament.
0:30:39 > 0:30:43- It's festival season and two other - events are being held this weekend.
0:30:44 > 0:30:48- We start with the Gwyl Gerallt - Festival organized by Barddas...
0:30:48 > 0:30:51- ..in memory of the chief bard, - Gerallt Lloyd Owen.
0:30:51 > 0:30:55- Let's hear more about the event - held at Cardigan Castle.
0:30:56 > 0:31:03- The Gwyl Gerallt Festival is held in - Cardigan Castle on Saturday 9 July.
0:31:04 > 0:31:07- It starts with an address - by Ceri Wyn...
0:31:07 > 0:31:12- ..on his poem about Cardigan - that won him the Eisteddfod Chair.
0:31:12 > 0:31:16- Guto Dafydd and Gruffudd Antur...
0:31:16 > 0:31:20- ..chat about their new book to mark - 40 years of the magazine, Barddas.
0:31:20 > 0:31:25- Mererid Hopwood's lecture is called - A Chawsom Iaith Er Na Cheisiem Hi.
0:31:25 > 0:31:30- I'll close the day's events with - readings from my new book, Bylchau.
0:31:30 > 0:31:35- In the evening, Tudur Dylan Jones - chairs a special bardic competition.
0:31:36 > 0:31:40- The castle is the perfect place - for this.
0:31:41 > 0:31:45- Day passes are available and include - entry to the bardic competition...
0:31:45 > 0:31:47- ..or you can just come - to the bardic event.
0:31:48 > 0:31:52- It's a lot of fun so come and enjoy - the beautiful town of Cardigan...
0:31:52 > 0:31:58- ..and some fun discussions - that focus on poetry.
0:32:01 > 0:32:06- There'll be plenty for you to do - at Cardigan Castle during the day.
0:32:06 > 0:32:10- The bardic competition is in the - evening at the town's rugby club.
0:32:10 > 0:32:14- For further information, - visit the Barddas website.
0:32:14 > 0:32:17- The West Glamorgan Festival - also takes place this week.
0:32:17 > 0:32:19- As part of the event...
0:32:19 > 0:32:23- ..local schoolchildren celebrated - their Welshness at a special gig.
0:32:27 > 0:32:33- The aim of today is to promote - the Tanio'r Ddraig scheme...
0:32:33 > 0:32:37- ..that helps children bridge - from primary to secondary schools...
0:32:38 > 0:32:42- ..to ensure children can speak Welsh - when they go to Ystalyfera School.
0:32:42 > 0:32:46- There's 13 primary schools here - today from across the county...
0:32:46 > 0:32:53- ..from South Powys - and along the M4 corridor.
0:32:56 > 0:33:02- Today, we've been playing rugby, - football and listening to bands.
0:33:02 > 0:33:06- I was here last year - and had a great time.
0:33:07 > 0:33:10- I've been making a smoothie - on this bike and it's really cool.
0:33:10 > 0:33:14- It's great being in Ystalyfera...
0:33:14 > 0:33:20- ..to meet with people who will be - my friends when I'm older.
0:33:20 > 0:33:26- I've enjoyed loads because - I've played football and rugby...
0:33:26 > 0:33:32- ..and eaten some ice cream.
0:33:32 > 0:33:40- I've had a lot of fun running around - but am really tired.
0:33:44 > 0:33:49- It's wonderful - that local young children...
0:33:49 > 0:33:54- ..can see that it's possible to have - fun whilst listening to Welsh music.
0:33:54 > 0:33:59- It's amazing to see - what I did when I was younger.
0:33:59 > 0:34:02- There's no comparison - and it's great.
0:34:02 > 0:34:05- Are they enjoying themselves?
0:34:05 > 0:34:08- They are loving it - and I haven't seen them all day.
0:34:08 > 0:34:11- We're having a great time.
0:34:12 > 0:34:16- I'm enjoying being with my friends.
0:34:17 > 0:34:22- This is my second time - of being here...
0:34:22 > 0:34:25- ..and I can't wait to get - to secondary school.
0:34:26 > 0:34:28- Is everyone here having fun?
0:34:28 > 0:34:31- Is everyone here having fun?- - Yes!
0:34:37 > 0:34:41- Yes, there's plenty of festivals - to enjoy in Wales.
0:34:41 > 0:34:44- I'm at the Cardiff City Stadium - for the homecoming concert...
0:34:45 > 0:34:47- ..for our national football team.
0:34:47 > 0:34:50- The singer, Gwawr Edwards - has joined me now.
0:34:50 > 0:34:53- Gwawr had the honour - of singing the National Anthem.
0:34:53 > 0:34:59- Here's a taster of her performance.
0:35:02 > 0:35:10- # Mae hen wlad fy nhadau - yn annwyl i mi
0:35:10 > 0:35:22- # Gwlad beirdd a chantorion, - enwogion o fri
0:35:24 > 0:35:31- # Ei gwrol ryfelwyr, - gwladgarwyr tra mad #
0:35:32 > 0:35:37- You were incredible in leading - the crowd in our National Anthem.
0:35:37 > 0:35:40- It's very emotional.
0:35:40 > 0:35:47- Yes, and I felt the same.
0:35:47 > 0:35:53- I've sung the Anthem many times...
0:35:54 > 0:35:59- ..but this was something new for me.
0:35:59 > 0:36:05- The singing hasn't stopped here.
0:36:05 > 0:36:10- The crowd was singing - during all the football matches.
0:36:10 > 0:36:19- A lot of the fans have been singing.
0:36:19 > 0:36:22- They are singing - Don't Take Me Home...
0:36:22 > 0:36:32- ..and singing in Welsh too.
0:36:32 > 0:36:37- The nation has been brought - together in song...
0:36:37 > 0:36:41- ..and with the language.
0:36:41 > 0:36:47- How did you feel - standing on the stage?
0:36:47 > 0:36:58- I can't explain the feeling - of singing on the stage tonight.
0:36:58 > 0:37:03- I couldn't believe that I was here - and singing the Anthem.
0:37:03 > 0:37:07- You have been following the team - for a long time.
0:37:07 > 0:37:11- I've sung the Anthem - in many events...
0:37:11 > 0:37:19- ..with the - Football Association of Wales.
0:37:19 > 0:37:26- I couldn't believe it - when they asked me to sing tonight.
0:37:26 > 0:37:30- How do you feel about the team?
0:37:30 > 0:37:33- I think that if you believe - in yourself...
0:37:33 > 0:37:37- ..then you can do anything!
0:37:37 > 0:37:42- It's a great message for the nation.
0:37:42 > 0:37:46- The special homecoming concert at - Cardiff City Stadium is almost over.
0:37:46 > 0:37:48- The crowd is making its way home.
0:37:48 > 0:37:53- Elin is also in Llandeilo - at the Race for the Language.
0:37:53 > 0:38:01- I'm in Llandeilo at the end - of the Race for the Language.
0:38:01 > 0:38:04- There's celebrations galore!
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0:38:07 > 0:38:09- Subtitles
0:38:14 > 0:38:17- Welcome back.
0:38:17 > 0:38:22- Tonight, we're live - from Cardiff City Stadium.
0:38:22 > 0:38:27- The homecoming concert has taken - place at the Cardiff City Stadium.
0:38:27 > 0:38:32- Alun Williams has joined me now.
0:38:32 > 0:38:38- How are you feeling tonight?
0:38:38 > 0:38:43- The concert was incredible.
0:38:43 > 0:38:47- I can't find the words for tonight.
0:38:47 > 0:38:53- We're a proud nation.
0:38:53 > 0:38:57- I don't think the players - expected this.
0:38:57 > 0:39:02- Alun has been travelling back and - forth between Wales and France...
0:39:03 > 0:39:09- ..throughout the entire tournament.
0:39:10 > 0:39:15- I was out there for work - and it was very hard work!
0:39:15 > 0:39:24- I've had an incredible welcome.
0:39:24 > 0:39:31- I think people have taken us - under their wing.
0:39:31 > 0:39:37- Everyone was speaking Welsh.
0:39:37 > 0:39:42- What was the atmosphere like - at the stadiums?
0:39:42 > 0:39:45- I think there was 25,000 people - from Wales...
0:39:45 > 0:39:49- ..in the game against Portugal.
0:39:49 > 0:39:56- I think we've deafened Europe!
0:39:56 > 0:39:59- How do you feel about this team?
0:39:59 > 0:40:04- I have cried about the result...
0:40:04 > 0:40:13- ..but it's been incredible - for the whole team.
0:40:13 > 0:40:17- I hope we have another night - like this one in the near future.
0:40:17 > 0:40:21- Let's return to Elin - for the final time tonight.
0:40:21 > 0:40:27- She's at the finish line of the - Race for the Language in Llandeilo.
0:40:27 > 0:40:32- I think everyone - is emotional tonight.
0:40:32 > 0:40:40- The Race for the Language - wouldn't take place...
0:40:40 > 0:40:47- ..if it wasn't for the - Welsh language initiatives.
0:40:47 > 0:40:53- What response have you had - on the streets?
0:40:53 > 0:40:57- It's been incredible.
0:40:57 > 0:41:01- We've seen people on the streets - of Dolgellau...
0:41:01 > 0:41:10- ..and they were waving their flags.
0:41:10 > 0:41:20- It shows that there's more to - Wales than just the Eisteddfod!
0:41:20 > 0:41:26- You have raise awareness of - the Welsh language on the streets.
0:41:26 > 0:41:30- The aim of this event is to show - that Wales has her own language.
0:41:30 > 0:41:37- Many people have come out - to walk and run with us.
0:41:37 > 0:41:44- These have been - three fantastic days.
0:41:44 > 0:41:49- I'm joined by two runners.
0:41:49 > 0:41:54- It's been wonderful - to run all three of the days.
0:41:54 > 0:41:58- I've run from Bangor to Llandeilo.
0:41:59 > 0:42:04- I think the Welsh language - is safe in the hands...
0:42:04 > 0:42:08- ..of the next generation.
0:42:08 > 0:42:20- We've had over 100 schools.
0:42:21 > 0:42:25- This year has proved that the race - is going from strength to strength!
0:42:25 > 0:42:29- Congratulations to everyone!
0:42:31 > 0:42:34- Thank you, Elin.
0:42:35 > 0:42:45- The tenor, Aled Davies - joins me on the sofa tonight.
0:42:45 > 0:42:56- The Three Welsh Tenors - are performing tomorrow night.
0:42:56 > 0:43:01- The Three Welsh Tenors is performing - in Cardigan Castle tomorrow.
0:43:01 > 0:43:03- Your father has been poorly too.
0:43:04 > 0:43:06- Dad has been in hospital.
0:43:07 > 0:43:09- He's had a new knee.
0:43:09 > 0:43:12- I want to wish him the best!
0:43:12 > 0:43:17- Let's return to Llinos in Cardiff.
0:43:17 > 0:43:21- It's been emotional!
0:43:26 > 0:43:34- They have put Wales - and its language on the map.
0:43:34 > 0:43:38- You won't need to explain where - you come from on your holiday now!
0:43:38 > 0:43:44- Thanks the boys, the management team - and their faithful fans...
0:43:45 > 0:43:51- ..for spreading Wales' - good name across Europe.
0:43:52 > 0:43:57- The FAW say we're stronger together - and the words couldn't be more true.
0:43:58 > 0:43:59- It's been an amazing journey...
0:44:00 > 0:44:03- ..and an evening to crown - the efforts of the football team.
0:44:03 > 0:44:07- The singing at all the French - stadiums has been incredible.
0:44:07 > 0:44:10- One of the most popular melodies - sung by the fans was Men of Harlech.
0:44:11 > 0:44:15- We conclude this evening with - a performance by Aled Davies.
0:44:15 > 0:44:19- The lyrics are by Cleif Harpwood - and pay tribute to the Wales team.
0:44:19 > 0:44:22- We look forward - to the 2018 World Cup!
0:44:22 > 0:44:25- Goodnight and enjoy the memories.
0:44:32 > 0:44:35- # See the Welsh beacon flaming
0:44:36 > 0:44:39- # And all the fans shouting
0:44:40 > 0:44:43- # For the brave to come to score
0:44:43 > 0:44:47- # Once again as one
0:44:48 > 0:44:51- # Bale and Ramsey, the princes
0:44:51 > 0:44:55- # Robson Kanu, fearless striker
0:44:55 > 0:44:59- # Allen, Williams, brave knights
0:44:59 > 0:45:03- # Europe, stronger together
0:45:03 > 0:45:07- # Wales shall never be overcome
0:45:07 > 0:45:11- # We'll sing eternally
0:45:11 > 0:45:15- # The Wales to be - as the Wales that was
0:45:15 > 0:45:19- # Celebrated amongst the nations
0:45:19 > 0:45:23- # Taylor, Davies, - Chester's razor-sharp
0:45:23 > 0:45:28- # Gunter's defiant, Ledley's bearded
0:45:28 > 0:45:31- # Victory spurs us on
0:45:32 > 0:45:36- # For the brave team again
0:45:40 > 0:45:44- # No foreign striker will attack
0:45:44 > 0:45:48- # Hennessy's passion to win
0:45:48 > 0:45:52- # Welsh heroes forever
0:45:52 > 0:45:57- # Coleman reigns again
0:45:57 > 0:46:01- # See Wales and its armies
0:46:01 > 0:46:05- # Pouring from the mountains
0:46:05 > 0:46:09- # They rush like cataracts of water
0:46:09 > 0:46:13- # They leap to Paris
0:46:13 > 0:46:16- # Success to our knights
0:46:16 > 0:46:20- # Frustration to the strangers
0:46:20 > 0:46:25- # He will get to know in his heart
0:46:25 > 0:46:29- # How a Briton's sword bites
0:46:29 > 0:46:33- # Best play, play together
0:46:33 > 0:46:37- # Be our best for our ancient land
0:46:37 > 0:46:44- # Victory fills our hearts
0:46:44 > 0:46:51- # Cambria will not yield! #
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