South Gwynedd will be part of next year's National Eisteddfod, which is being held in north Powys.

Organisers told a public meeting in Glantwymyn on Tuesday night that the area north of the Mawddach river will be part of the offical catchment area for the Brifwyl - including Dolgellau, Bala, Tywyn, Aberdyfi and Abermaw.

It's the first time that an area of Gwynedd has been part of the catchment area for an Eisteddfod taking place in another county.

The last time the Eisteddfod visited south Gwynedd was the 2009 festival in Bala followed three years ago by Boduan, near Pwhlleli.

2028 will see the Eryri play host to the Urdd National Eisteddfod.

Gwynedd Council leader Nia Jeffreys said: "We wish our neighbours over Pont ar Ddyfi well as they plan for the Eisteddfod."

"August 2027 may feel like a long way off, but we know from experience with the 2023 Llŷn and Eifionydd Eisteddfod that this time will fly by. Without a doubt, the preparations and activities during the build-up will create a real buzz in the area."

"The local planning committees will start announcing their plans soon and I'm sure the people of south Meirionnydd will be keen to contribute their time, enthusiasm and experience to help make it an Eisteddfod to remember."

"I know that the communities of south Meirionnydd will show their support and enthusiasm for having this unique national event on their doorstep, and that local people will be looking forward to welcoming competitors and visitors from all over Wales and beyond."

"As we have seen in Llŷn and Eifionydd, the influence and benefits of the festival will be felt across the area for years to come."

The 2027 National Eisteddfod will be held from Saturday 31st July to Saturday 7th August.