A Community Speedwatch scheme has launched in Abergavenny which covers the A40 Monmouth Road. Concerns have previously been raised by local residents about the speed of vehicles along this stretch of road. This scheme follows on from successful schemes in Tintern, Llandogo, Usk and Llanfair Kilgeddin. So what is a Community Speedwatch? The scheme is […]
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Library challenge helps develop passion for reading
Children from across Monmouthshire have taken part in a fun challenge designed to encourage them to pick up and appreciate a book with the help of local libraries. Organised by the Reading Agency, this year’s Summer Reading Challenge teamed up with Guinness World Records to establish a Record Breakers-themed competition. The aim was for children […]
Wargaming in Abergavenny
A new Volunteering Project is starting in Abergavenny…Come and join in a historical wargame and see if you can help decide the fate of Abergavenny in the Middle Ages! THIS IS TRUE: Sir George Neville of Birling, Lord Abergavenny, was a supporter of the house of York and sided with King Richard III (of car […]
Goytre Fawr Primary School take Christmas cheer to Nevill Hall Children
Pupils at Goytre Fawr Primary School in Monmouthshire delivered over 60 presents to the Children’s Ward at Nevill Hall Hospital for Christmas last month. The gifts had been donated by the school’s pupils for children who would be spending the festive season in hospital. Three of the school’s house captains took the presents to the […]
World War I tribute unveiled in Abergavenny
An impressive and colourful quilt depicting scenes from the First World War was unveiled in public for the first time on 5th November. The launch took place at Monmouthshire County Council’s Abergavenny One Stop Shop. The quilt was commissioned by the Monmouthshire Decorative and Fine Arts Society (MDFAS) and is the result of work by […]
Abergavenny Late Night Christmas Shopping
Abergavenny Opens for Late Night Christmas Shopping Evening – Thursday 10th December – 5:30 – 8:00pm If you want that unique gift this Christmas then you’ll find it in Abergavenny with an abundance of quality shops that are guaranteed to have little luxury for everyone. As that time of year again is fast approaching the […]
Get Festive with Abergavenny Food Festival’s Christmas Food and Drink Fair
Abergavenny Food Festival’s Christmas Food and Drink Fair returns this Sunday 13 December with everything you need to get into the festive spirit. The one-day event offers workshops where festival-goers can get crafty, making everything from cards to chocolate treats for the perfect homemade Christmas as well as delicious goodies from more than 80 stallholders […]
Crickhowell Christmas Market & Late Night Opening
The popular and festive market, showcasing the locally produced artisan foods, arts and crafts, returns this 3rd December. Last year we were told that it rivalled bath Christmas market, which is a wonderful compliment! We have increased the stall capacity and more local community and charity groups will be located around the town – so […]
Llangynidr Farmers’ and Producers’ Market
Should you happen to be near Llangynidr on 13th December then may I suggest that you call in to visit the Farmers’ and Producers’ Market in the village hall? We have a good selection of stalls and a lot of unique items available. The market on 13th December will be our Christmas Market where you […]
Talgarth Christmas Market
This year’s Talgarth Christmas Market is taking place on Saturday 5th December from 10 am until 6 pm at Talgarth Town Hall. With many and varied stalls, it will be a great opportunity to buy local produce, arts & crafts, and seasonal food and drink. For entertainment there will be live music and to keep […]
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