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Category Archives: Community Groups

Abergavenny University of the Third Age

If you’re retired and have a thirst to learn about anything from Architecture to Circle Dancing, the Abergavenny U3A could be for you! The British University of the Third Age was first established in 1981 and quickly became popular. It is a national organisation, but each local U3A is independent and shares a common purpose, […]

Have a Blast!

Getting into shape after the excesses of Christmas doesn’t have to be depressing. In fact it can be a lot of fun. We recently caught up with Abergavenny’s very own Dance Blast to find out how… Dance Blast is Monmouthshire’s community dance organisation situated here in the heart of Abergavenny. Based at the beautiful Dance […]

Friends of Linda Vista

Linda Vista Gardens

Katrina Gass asks ‘Have you discovered the tranquility of Linda Vista Gardens?’ If you have, you will already know about the bright flower beds and the beautiful trees and shrubs which include some rare specimens. In the Gardens there are many ideal spots for a picnic and the play bed with its willow tunnel is […]

Be part of something special!

Synergy at Llangollen in 2011

Do you enjoy singing into your hairbrush in front of the mirror, or warbling in the shower? Even if you don’t but you do fancy improving your singing voice, here is the perfect opportunity to do so on a free 6 week course run by Abergavenny-based men’s choir – Synergy. If you haven’t heard of […]

Abergavenny Circle Dancing

Abergavenny Circle Dancing

Circle dancing is a sociable and enjoyable way of exercising as Hilary Jay explains. Here at Abergavenny circle dancing we dance to live music and learn international dances including dances from Greece, Macedonia, Serbia and Israel. It is invigorating, yet relaxing while appreciating the authentic music played by experienced musicians Tony, Nick and Richard.  The […]

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