A few months ago we told you about a group of midwives from Nevill Hall who will be cycling from London to Paris in 2018 to raise funds for Women V Cancer. The Delivery Girls, as they are known, are now not far off their target of raising £14,000 and as a final push to […]
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Celebrating Christmas in Crickhowell
As the nights draw in, Crickhowell becomes even more picturesque. Once twinkling Christmas lights appear in November there is no denying the festive atmosphere. The town epitomises the magic of Christmas as the local independent retailers dress their windows to celebrate the season and welcome visitors warmly. With everything from homeware, furniture, flowers and gifts […]
Friends Of Abergavenny Library Services
Friends Of Abergavenny Library Services (FOALS), is a group of like-minded people who got together three years ago to help promote library services and usage. Whilst we recognise that all aspects of modern life are being changed with the internet, we feel it is important to have facilities that embrace the traditional features in addition […]
‘Brecon with Bells On’ Joanna Lumley to switch on Christmas Lights
Joanna Lumley, the Absolutely Fabulous star and advocate for the Gurkha Justice Campaign is to switch on the Christmas lights in Brecon this year. This will be the highlight of the town’s “Brecon with Bells On” Christmas Market on Saturday November 18th organised by Brecon Town Council. It is the second year the event has […]
Wild Tots at Mardy Park resource centre
Wild Tots was started five years ago by two local mums – Sarah and Zoe – who feel passionately about helping families with young children to get outdoors regularly. “My children and I just needed a space outdoors where they could do their own creative play and I could meet other parents, so we created […]
CHRISTMAS CARD SHOP SUPPORTING A WIDE RANGE OF CHARITIES OPENS IN BRECON
It is that time of year again when the Cards for Good Causes pop-up charity Christmas card shop opens in Brecon. This year we are all glad to be returning to our usual venue of St Mary’s Church, Brecon, following the recent roof repairs. The church is situated in the centre of the town, just […]
PERFECT PUMPKINS
October means Halloween and Halloween means…pumpkins! We’ve put together a guide to help you pick the perfect gourd and carve a masterpiece that’s sure to be the envy of your neighbourhood! Start with the right pumpkin! Bigger pumpkins are easier to carve, but you need to inspect the rind too. If it’s a light colour, […]
Halloween Cobweb Cupcakes
These attractive seasonal cupcakes not only look the part for Halloween, but they taste yummy too. They’re a great idea for Trick or Treaters and are deliciously moist in texture. This recipe makes 16 cupcakes in total, so if that’s too many just pop them in the freezer once baked (without the topping) and enjoy […]
Grooming is an Important Part of Dog Ownership
Grooming sessions will strengthen the bond with your dog, while keeping the skin and coat in tip top condition. Most dogs enjoy being brushed, especially if introduced to the process from an early age. For some breeds professional grooming is essential in order to keep the coat knot and tangle free, as well as keeping […]
Friends with Benefits
Research shows that sharing your home with a pet provides lots of health benefits. Keeping a pet can help lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety. They can also boost immunity, promote exercise and even help you score a date! Read on to find out about the other major benefits of keeping the following types of […]
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