Events Walks & Place's of Interest for 2014
Abergavenny Country & Western Music Festival
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Three Peaks Trial http://www.threepeakstrial.co.uk/
Test your speed and stamina with this famous challenge to climb the three peaks of Abergavenny in just one day. The original route (20 miles and over 5000 feet of ascent) covers the Blorenge, Sugarloaf and Skirrid.
Steam engines from miles around congregate in Bailey Park to make a great day out. Also look out for vintage motor vehicles, farming displays and more including a full programme of arena events
Twice a year the fair comes to Abergavenny and takes over the Fairfield car-park. A tradition dating back centuries.
2014 sees the return of The British Cycling National Championships to the cycling festival. The festival has a full week of cycling events and races including the Iron Mountain Sportif. You'll also get a chance to see some of Wales's best cyclists in action.
Carnival day is one of the highlights of the year in Abergavenny, featuring a parade of floats from local schools, businesses and other organisations which follows a route around the town and finishes in Bailey Park. The park hosts a large number of events and stalls, making this a great family day out.
These magnificent animals used to be the closest thing to a tractor that a farm possessed. A fun-filled day out with plenty of other events happening throughout the day.
Live music, fun fair, craft stalls... and a licensed bar. The festival aims to raise funds and awareness for the needs of injured troops
During July and August, a programme of cultured events takes place, from Shakespeare in the grounds of the castle to open-air musical concerts in Linda Vista gardens.
Possibly Abergavenny's biggest event, the Abergavenny Food Festival attracts visitors from all over the country. A programme of culinary events are spread out across a number of venues in the town, with demonstrations from top chefs, specialist exhibitors and various entertainments. Described as the 'Glastonbury of Food Festivals' (Carole Cadwalladr, Observer Food Monthly), this festival just gets better and better. Expect to try out all kinds of food and drink samples from local and unique suppliers, and definitely expect to be taking plenty home with you!
Abergavenny's favourite music festival, set in Bailey Park. 2013's line-up featuredTinchy Strider, Loveable Rogues, Amelia Lily, Twist & Pulse and Goldie Looking Chain.
Sugar Loaf Mountain / Mynydd Pen- y- fal
LOCATION: 2.5m northwest of Abergavenny
DIFFICULTY: MODERATE, ~1000ft ascent
292m of ascent
The Court Cupboard Gallery. Llantilio Pertholy. Abergavenny Open 10.30am - 5.00pm Daily. 01873 852011http://www.madeinmonmouthshire.com/shops/item/33621/The_Court_Cupboard_Gallery.html?subcategoryname=outlets
These are held in the Market Hall at the top of Cross Street: Antiques & Collectors Fair (3rd Sunday of each month); Farmers Market (4th Thursday of each month);’Flea Market’ (every Wednesday); Retail Market (every Tuesday, Friday & Saturday). (Tel. 01873 735811,www.abergavennymarket.co.uk).
There are regular shows through the year at both the Borough Theatre (Tel. 01873 850805www.boroughtheatreabergavenny.co.uk) and the Melville Theatre (Tel. 01873 853167), whilst nearby Wyastone stages world-class music events (www.wyastone.co.uk).
Open March - October Mon - Sat: 11am-1pm & 2pm-5pm Sun: 2pm-5pm
The Castle, Castle Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire
Tel: 01873 854282 http:/www.abergavennymuseum.co.uk
Free Admission (excludes special events)
Big Pit is a real coal mine and one of Britain's leading mining museums. With facilities to educate and entertain all ages, Big Pit is an exciting and informative day out. www.museumwales.ac.uk Tel. 01495 790311
This takes place on November 24th in Abergavenny Market Hall
1st Mar - 9th Mar
Crickhowell Walking Festival
Around 80 guided walks in the beautiful Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons National Park with supporting events including talks, Twmpath, dark skies event and keynote speaker Pen Hadow www.crickhowellfestival.com
24-26 May
The Art Trail of Open Studios
An annual event which takes place during Spring Bank Holiday weekend. The event champions and celebrates local artists and their work. It affords visitors the opportunity to explore and enjoy the beautiful Brecon Beacons and surrounding countryside whilst visiting the studios of some of the area's exceptional artists. www.visitcrickhowell.co.uk/about-crickhowell/crickhowell-art-trail tel: 01873 811970