A Reflection on 2024 and a Look Ahead to 2025
As we approach the end of another eventful year, I am proud to reflect on the achievements and challenges that have shaped our town. This year began with a significant milestone as Abergavenny Town Council was recognised by One Voice Wales for outstanding contributions to local governance and community initiatives. This honour underscores the incredible […]
Abergavenny Town Council Honoured for Contribution to Wales in Bloom Success
Abergavenny Town Council has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to the town’s success in the Wales in Bloom Competition 2024. At the Abergavenny & District Tourist Association Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on Tuesday 1st October at The Angel Hotel, Chair Tracey Evans presented Principal Officer Sandra Rosser and the Town Council team with […]
Abergavenny Triumphs at Wales in Bloom Awards 2024
Abergavenny Town Council is delighted to congratulate all the local groups and individuals who contributed to the town’s outstanding success at the prestigious Wales in Bloom Awards, held last Friday, 13th September 2024. In an exceptional achievement, Abergavenny took home the coveted Gold Award and was named Overall Winner in the Town category. Several Abergavenny […]
Abergavenny Town Council is proud to support Fairtrade Fortnight.
Abergavenny Town Council is proud to support Fairtrade Fortnight, which this year celebrates its 30th anniversary from the 9th to 22nd September. This important campaign continues to highlight the need for fair and ethical trading practices, supporting farmers and workers around the world to secure fair wages, decent working conditions, and sustainable futures. We encourage […]
Mayor Chris Holland Sworn In at Civic Ceremony in Abergavenny
In a heartfelt ceremony held at Gateway Church, Abergavenny on Saturday 31st August 2024, Cllr Chris Holland was officially sworn in as Mayor of Abergavenny, marking a significant moment for the town and its residents. Born and raised in Abergavenny, Chris delivered a deeply personal speech reflecting on what this role means to him and […]
MCC Sustainable Communities for Learning King Henry VIII 3-19 School Summer Newsletter
We are delighted to present the summer newsletter from Monmouthshire County Council Sustainable Communities for Learning at King Henry VIII 3-19 School. Packed with updates on the exciting new school build and highlights of educational activities from this term, the newsletter is now available at the Leisure Centre and One Stop Shop.
Abergavenny Town Council Celebrates Green Flag Success
Abergavenny Town Council has expressed immense pride in the local community groups responsible for maintaining the town’s cherished green spaces, following the announcement of Green Flag awards for 2024. Under the unified effort of ‘Abergavenny in Bloom’, several dedicated groups across various locations have been recognised for their ongoing commitment to enhancing the town’s natural […]
Abergavenny in Bloom Initiative Update.
The last few years has seen the Abergavenny In Bloom initiative grow and grow! Not only is there community involvement by volunteers from the Laurie Jones Community Orchard, Friends of Castle Meadows, Linda Vista Gardens, and Bailey Park, Keep Abergavenny Tidy, and the Civic Society, but also members from across the independent business community, as […]
Abergavenny Commemorates the 80th Anniversary of D-Day with Unforgettable Community Celebrations
Abergavenny Town Council extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who turned up to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Thursday’s events were a remarkable success, with community members coming together to honour this significant moment in history. The day commenced with an 8am reading of the D-Day 80 Proclamation, delivered with full ceremonial decorum. The proclamation, […]
Calling All 16-Year-Olds and Above: Join Monmouthshire’s Elections Team and Get Involved in Local Democracy!
Are you a motivated individual looking for temporary work and interested in learning more about local elections? Monmouthshire’s Elections Team wants YOU! They are currently recruiting enthusiastic staff to work at polling stations during upcoming elections. Polling station staff play a crucial role in ensuring voting procedures are correctly followed and the smooth running of […]
