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  • August Headstone - John & Margaret Michael

    The story of a local family whose son Harry served and died fighting in the Spanish-American War. Initially buried there, his body was later reinterred at Arlington National Cemetery in April 1899 — a poignant tribute to a Welshman who served and died far from home. Read more

  • Keeper's Pond

    We walked along the side of the Blorenge, starting from Keeper's Pond, on Wednesday 30th July.  The weather was breezy but bright and very warm.  Apart from it being busy beside (and in!) Keeper's Pond, the rest of the hill was very quiet and this included the bird population. It was a beautiful walk though Read more

  • En plien air event

    By kind invitation of Karena Goring, the art group enjoyed a very warm "en plien air" painting experience on July 11th at Forge House. Shade was found under trees and umbrellas and along the river bank, but the constant supply of iced water and iced lollies was very welcome. The afternoon was topped off with Read more

  • July Headstone - Richard Lodge

    Discover the story of Richard Lodge, a 19th-century grocer from Abergavenny who built a family and business across Monmouthshire and Glamorgan. From personal loss to professional success, and eventual retirement in Yorkshire, this narrative reflects a life of resilience, enterprise, and quiet determination. Read more

  • River Usk Walk

    On Wednesday 2nd July we revisited the walk along the River Usk in Abergavenny. It was a bright fresh day - a fabulous day to be out bird spotting.   Birds seen or heard :- Other Spots: Read more

  • June birdwatching trip

    We had a good walk at the Abergavenny water meadows on Monday morning. And also Thank you to all those who came along, see you next time Read more

  • Western Hall Gardens visit on 15th May 2025

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  • May Headstone - Probert Family

    Discover the story of the Probert family of Llanelly —spanning generations from iron miners and property owners to a master printer in Blaenavon. This narrative traces their lives through 19th-century census records, revealing resilience, work, and quiet legacy in the Welsh Valleys. Read more

  • Second Visit to Beaufort Ponds

    On 28th April 2025 the group visited Beaufort Ponds.  It was a wonderfully warm and sunny day and a very pleasant walk around the ponds.   Read more

  • Poetry Competition Results

    Congratulations to Jill Howells and Hilary Lipscombe, Winner and Runner-up respectively, in the Gilwern u3a Poetry Competition on 'Spring'. Jill's poem was judged to be "delightfully simplistic and joyous" while Hilary's was "more complex and wide-ranging." Further details Read more

Gilwern, Monmouthshire