Dear Readers,
Welcome to the October issue of the Focus. Summer seems to have ended all too soon, and the nights are drawing in. Despite the autumnal turn in the weather, there is still plenty going on in and around Abergavenny for all of us to enjoy. You can see what’s happening by turning to our Events Calendar on pages12 – 13, which is a useful guide to keep handy when planning your month ahead.
This month we’ve also put together a Pick of the Pubs section. If you’re looking for a great evening out, a delicious Sunday lunch or somewhere pleasant to meet with friends, check out the fabulous pubs featured on pages 33 – 41. You can be sure to enjoy a relaxing drink and a scrumptious meal in these fine establishments.
I know it’s only October, but it’s nearing that time of the year when we need to start thinking about, dare I say it….Christmas. Keep a look out in our forthcoming issues of the magazine for Christmas offers and events. We’ll be championing our local businesses this year by encouraging everyone to support our independent retailers over the festive season by shopping locally. Watch this space…
Finally, we’re delighted to announce that Red Builders in Abergavenny won our Loyalty Draw this month, which we hold in recognition of the loyal advertisers who appear in our magazine on a monthly basis. They win a full page of advertising, and you can see their advert on page 42. Congratulations to them.
If you run a business and you are interested in advertising with us, do get in touch with us by calling 07770 272 500 or emailing Hannah@thefocus.wales
Happy Reading,
Hannah
In The Issue
REGULARS
Editorial
Abergavenny Events Calendar
October’s Weather
Parkers Projects: Happy Autumn
History: Crime & Punishment in Victorian times
Puzzles
COMMUNITY HUB
Finding Forgotten Abergavenny
Crickhowell Goes Totally Locally…
Gateway Church At a Glance !
Shaping Abergavenny’s Future
Gwent Police: Trick or Treat -unwanted callers
Community Contacts
Unwanted Callers Poster
FEATURES
Monmouthshire Walking Festival
Halloween Story ‘The Odd One Out’
FOOD
Blackberries with Sugar Thins & Whipped Cream
Nana’s Kitchen: Garden Apple Cake
PICK OF THE PUBS!
Park Hotel
Kings Arms Hotel
Rising Sun
Kings Head Hotel
Pub Quiz
Y Cantreff Inn
What’s in a Name? The history of pubs
LOCAL BUSINESS
Cashbrokers
Left of Frame Photography
ARTS
Film Review: The Call/ Chinese Burns
Book Review: The Ocean at the End of the Lane
Story: New Beginnings Part 8
