The Welsh language social group, C3, was formed to enable Welsh speakers in the Mold area to improve their language skills by working with native speakers of the language. The organisers of the group are committed to creating links with other societies and social groups and are always looking out for new opportunities to practise with the local Welsh-speaking community.

Each year the organisers of C3 put on a hugely varied programme of events, such as theatre visits, quizzes, walks, salsa evenings and football matches, giving members the opportunity to meet and socialise with other Welsh speakers outside of a usual classroom context. This exciting project offers learners the chance to improve their language skills in real situations.

Both the organisers and the learners are hugely enthusiastic about the project and this has ensured the success of the group. The group is always attracting new members and native speakers find that they get just as much out of the experience as the learners. Members of the group include fluent speakers of Welsh, intermediate level learners and former students who are keen to practise their language outside of the classroom. The key is to ensure that the level of language is suitable for learners whilst keeping fluent speakers engaged and interested.

Language(s): Welsh

Bangor University provides community-based Welsh for Adults classes on all levels, daytime and evening, throughout North Wales. Learners come from a wide range of backgrounds and from all walks of life.