BBC Cymru Wales announces new collection of content celebrating Merthyr Tydfil

Ruth Jones leads new BBC One Wales slate

BBC One Wales unveils new programming slate celebrating Merthyr Tydfil BBC One Wales announces a new programming slate dedicated to the historic Welsh town of Merthyr Tydfil, coinciding with the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle. Among the commissioning slate is Ruth and Steve: From Merthyr with Love (1 x 60′), Welsh actor Ruth Jones embarks on a weekend adventure in Merthyr alongside local actor and comedian Steve Speirs. Jones stated: “Merthyr T…

BBC Cymru Wales announces new collection of content celebrating Merthyr Tydfil

New BBC One Wales commission – Ruth and Steve, from Merthyr with Love. Credit BBC Cymru Wales, ITV Studios To coincide with the bicentenary of Cyfarthfa Castle, BBC Cymru Wales has commissioned a collection of programmes and content celebrating the history, the culture, and the people of Merthyr starring much loved icons of Welsh entertainment. Across a fortnight in June, the season will spotlight Merthyr’s rich past, exploring how it developed …