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Redwick and the Gwent Levels
Join us for a Day School, organised by Gwent County History Association & Monmouthshire Antiquarian Association in conjunction with Redwick History Group, learning about the history of Redwick and the Gwent Levels.
Talks from 10:40am to 12:45pm followed by a buffet lunch.
Redwick Village Hall, Church Row, Redwick, Caldicot
Today
Abergavenny Food Festival
Called the ’Cannes of Food Festivals’ for good reason, Abergavenny plays host to the best of Welsh, British and international producers for two days every September, alongside a wide variety of top chefs, entertainment, demonstrations and more, all in a beautiful market town nestled amonst the Brecon
Y Fenni | Abergavenny Monmouthshire
Today and Sun 22 Sep
Brother Thomas, the Cellarer
The daily life and duties of a Cistercian monk at Tintern Abbey in the 14th Century. Brother Thomas will tell you all about his life as a monk at Tintern Abbey. Our sympathetic and helpful brother will give you inside information about the monks’ rituals and responsibilities.
Tintern Abbey (Cadw) Tintern, Chepstow, Monmouthshire
Today, Sat 19 Oct
Andy Fairweather Low
Back again by popular demand for another wonderful night of musical genius, one of the greatest pop music icons of Wales over the last fifty years.
Once again he will be touring with his enhanced brass section – The Hi Riders. Tickets will also be in hi demand!
Licensed bar
Savoy Theatre Church Street, Monmouth
Thu 26 Sep 19
Macmillan Coffee Morning
As part of our regular coffee morning sessions we’re raising funds for Macmillan.
We have coffee, cakes, competitions (Guess the number of blackberries in the pie!) as well as a raffle and produce stall.
(Donations happily accepted for both!
Caerwent Village Hall & Playing Fields, Highfield, Caerwent
Fri 27 Sep 19
Justin Moorhouse: Northern Joker
Justin Moorhouse, star of Phoenix Nights and Live at the Apollo, brings his new stand-up show fresh from Edinburgh and a world tour to the Savoy Theatre, Monmouth.
Savoy Theatre Church Street, Monmouth
Sun 29 Sep 19
HPS Talk: Minimum effort for maximum effect
On Saturday 12th October, Mary Payne, well-known broadcaster and writer, and Gold Medal Winner at both Hampton Court and Chelsea Flower Shows, will be giving a talk about how to spend “Minimum effort for maximum effect” in the garden, a subject of keen interest to many gardeners.
Centenary Hall, Maryport Street South, USK
Sat 12 Oct 19
Our Man in Havana by Graham Greene
In 1950s Cuba, Jim Wormold - a hapless vacuum cleaner salesman - is recruited by MI6 to spy for the Crown. In this black comedy, dramatised by Clive Francis, things spiral out of control as Wormold discovers that being Our Man in Havana is not as easy as he first thought it would be.
Melville Theatre, Pen-y-Pound, Abergavenny
Thu 17 Oct 19 to Sat 19 Oct
Halloween - Woodland Magic
Call all adults and kids, come along in fancy dress and enjoy our Autumn themed weekend. Crafts, displays, witches and fairies will be joined by a stilt walker and party fun provided by My Little Party.
Raglan Castle (Cadw) Raglan, Monmouthshire
Sat 26 Oct 19 and Sun 27 Oct
Ghost Train
Trains will be running from our Spooky Furnace Sidings station at regular intervals from 4pm through to 9pm. All our visitors are encouraged to dress up in their spooky clothes (but not essential). Be prepared to be scared! Pre-booking is not available for this event, please pay at the ticket office on the day.
Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway Blaenavon, Pontypool
Sat 26 Oct, Wed 30 Oct
Wedding Fayre
Planning your wedding? Join us for our Annual Wedding Fayre on Sunday 27th October when you can meet some of the very best wedding suppliers in South Wales!
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Sun 27 Oct 19
Abergavenny Christmas Light Switch On Event
Abergavenny Town Centre with the lights switch on at 6pm. Come along and join the lantern procession, see Father Christmas on his sleigh and enjoy the music and street market in the Market Hall.
Y Fenni | Abergavenny Monmouthshire
Thu 21 Nov 19
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
This globetrotting show is truly quite legendary, selling out in places like Edinburgh Fringe and Sydney Opera House. It returns to Glen Yr Afon House Hotel on Friday 22nd November, 2019 but be warned: it will sell out here too, so early booking is essential.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Fri 22 Nov, Tue 17 Dec
Late Night Christmas Shopping
Join us in our visitor centre for a mince pie and an evening of stress free Christmas shopping. It’s an opportunity to select high quality and unusual gifts for those special people on your list.
Raglan Castle (Cadw) Raglan, Monmouthshire
Wed 27 Nov 19
Michael Buble Tribute Night
New to us for this festive season, this show is filled with all of your favourite Bublé songs to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Lee Hutton is a truly excellent act capturing the sheer brilliance that is Michael Buble!
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Thu 28 Nov 19
80’s Party Night
Dance the night away with our fantastic 80’s themed disco - fancy dress is optional! The 80’s Christmas Party Disco night will take you back to the days of disco, with all the glitz and glamour associated with disco fashion and culture and includes a video disco.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Fri 29 Nov, Fri 6 Dec, Fri 13 Dec, Sat 14 Dec, Thu 19 Dec
Santa Specials
You will enjoy a train ride to Blaenavon High Level, where, next to a roaring fire, you will meet the big man himself in the station grotto! The train will return to Furnace Sidings following a non-stop run (through Furnace Sidings) to Whistle Inn.
Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway Blaenavon, Pontypool
Sat 30 Nov, Sat 7 Dec, Sat 14 Dec, Sat 21 Dec
Festive Afternoon Tea
Our festive afternoon tea is a beautifully presented selection of festive fancies, mince pies, freshly cut sandwiches and homemade cakes. Refreshments are provided by an assortment of fine teas served in traditional china cups.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Sun 1 Dec 19
Only Fools and Horses - The (Cushty) Dining Experience
This fully immersive show transports audiences to The Nags Head to meet the pride of Peckham in a night of wheeling, dealing and eating. The fun starts from the moment you join the Trotters and their friends for a knees-up. Meanwhile, they try to drum up some cash and make a cheeky saving on the side.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Mon 9 Dec 19
Murder Mystery Dinner - A Christmas Sleighing
Strawberry Productions are celebrating a hit this Christmas with their cartoon, Kris Mass - The Elf Who Saves Christmas. Kris who along with one of Santa’s reindeer, Rooftop Dancer, rescues Santa Claus after he has been kidnapped by the evil Dr Dark who wants to spoil Christmas for millions of children.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Thu 12 Dec 19
Festive Family Lunch
This year take a break from the Christmas rush and meet up with friends and family for a delicious Christmas family lunch in our Ballroom. After lunch you can sit back and relax while you enjoy a bit of magic whilst listening to the delightful tunes of a local Primary School Choir putting you in the festive mood.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Sun 15 Dec 19
Rock n Romance - Dirty Dancing & Grease tribute Act
A ‘tribu-tastic’ movie double date! The evening kicks off with Dirty Dancing as their very own Johnny and Baby re-live the greatest moments from the film.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Fri 20 Dec 19
ABBA Tribute Night
Here for one night only, join us and one of the UKs premier Abba tribute bands for a night of singing and dancing to Abba’s greatest hits! Get your dancing boots on for a non-stop night of great entertainment!
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Sat 21 Dec 19
Cinderella
The biggest family pantomime in Monmouthshire. Spontaneous Productions bring you their 10th consecutive show.
The world’s favourite pantomime story of, Cinderella, the Alderman’s daughter who defeats the wicked ambitions of her step-sisters to find Prince Charming.
Savoy Theatre Church Street, Monmouth
Sat 28 Dec 19 to Thu 2 Jan 2020
Great Gatsby Gala Ball
From the roaring 1920’s to the 2020’s! Ladies and Gentleman... You are invited to the party of the year, complete with a live band playing the classics of the era and some modern tunes with a 20s twist.
Bring in the New Year at this extra special event.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Usk
Tue 31 Dec 19