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Events in November 2012

The Winner Takes it All: Rome and the Games of Zeus

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Event Date: 01-Mar-2012 - 30-Nov-2012

High Street Caerleon Newport NP18 1AE

phone: (029) 2057 3550

What were the Ancient Olympic Games? How did they inspire our Olympic Games? This exhibition is about how the Ancient Games started in Greece nearly 3,ooo years ago, and how the Romans became involved and made them bigger, better and brighter. How did the Emperor Nero win 1,808 first prizes at the games? Why was a crown of olive wreaths worn by the winners? Come and discover the legend behind how the Games started..

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Craft Demonstrations at Abbey Mill

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Event Date: 20-Oct-2012 - 04-Nov-2012

Tintern Monmouthshire NP16 6SE

phone: 01291 689346

Come and watch members of the Wye Valley Craft Association in The Angiddy Room at Abbey Mill, Tintern demonstrate their own individual craft for you. Call 01291 689346 before the event to find out which crafts are being demonstrated. It could be anything! From jewellerymaking to painting, pottery to sculpture.

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Brecon Arts Festival

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Event Date: 27-Oct-2012 - 04-Nov-2012

Brecon Powys LD3 7LH

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Brecon Arts Week reaches its third year, and a treasure chest of exhibitions, events, demonstrations and music will keep half-term visitors to the town very busy.

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Aber Rocks Half Term

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Event Date: 29-Oct-2012 - 02-Nov-2012

Merthyr Road Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 7RZ

phone: 01873 858928

Over half term 1e are offering daily sessions for U18s who would like to climb but have little or no climbing experience, or don't have a suitable/available supervisor. These sessions are also suitable for older teenagers (14 years +) who would like to qualify for unsupervised climbing at our centre. An instructor(s) will run the session so parents can either take time out or relax in our mezzanine cafe. Whilst this is designed as a drop in session, places are limited so please book in advance if you want to guarantee a place. Groups must book ahead.

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Witch Trials in the Manor & Children's Halloween Activities

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Event Date: 30-Oct-2012 - 02-Nov-2012

Gelligaer Road Nelson Caerphilly CF46 6ER

phone: 01443 412248

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Horrible History!

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Event Date: 30-Oct-2012 - 02-Nov-2012

Cross Street New Tredegar Caerphilly NP24 6EG

phone: 01443 822 666

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Rock UK Half Term Activity Sessions

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Event Date: 30-Oct-2012 - 02-Nov-2012

The Old Draft Mine Trelewis, Treharris Caerphilly CF46 6RD

phone: 01443 710090

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Hedgehog Meet And Greet

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Event Date: 31-Oct-2012 - 01-Nov-2012

Nantcarn Road Cwmcarn Caerphilly NP11 7FA

phone: 01495 272001

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Savoy Theatre - Children's Festival 2012

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Event Date: 31-Oct-2012 - 02-Nov-2012

Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3BU

phone: 01600 772467

Wednesday 31st October - 2pm THE WIZARD OF CASTLE MAGIC Things will never be the same again when the Wizard's nephew, Mickey, and an invisible cat called Catastrophe, arrive at Castle Magic. Will the Wizard teach Mickey any spells? Will Mickey discover the secret in the Spell Chest? These mysteries and more will all be revealed in this very spooky but hilarious play for 5 - 11 year olds and their families. Wednesday 31st October - 11AM The Wonderful Wacky Wizard's Workshop (BOOKING ESSENTIAL) Ever wanted to be a Wizard? Want to make and perform Vanishing Tricks, learn and perform baffling and mysterious magic? This super, fun workshop is led by the Wizard of Castle Magic himself - Jon Marshall, a Member of The Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star. It is suitable for boys and girls over 7 years. All participants make and take away several magic tricks to amaze their friends and family and all materials are provided.

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Brecon Beacons National Park Nov-Dec walks, activities and events

Walking on Hay Bluff

Event Date: 01-Nov-2012 - 31-Dec-2012

Powys

phone: 01874 620480

Brecon Beacons National Park Authority walks and events for November and December 2012.

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Grimm Tales

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Event Date: 01-Nov-2012

High Street Blackwood Caerphilly NP12 1BB

phone: 01495 227206

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Brecon Arts Week - ALL WEEK

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Event Date: 01-Nov-2012

Brecon Powys LD3 7LH

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Brecon Arts Week reaches its third year, and a treasure chest of exhibitions, events, demonstrations and music all week.

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An Evening of Mediumship

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Event Date: 01-Nov-2012

Gelligaer Road Nelson Caerphilly CF46 6ER

phone: 01443 412248

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Adventure at Aberbargoed

Event Date: 02-Nov-2012

Caerphilly

phone: 01443 834317

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Brecon Arts Week - ALL WEEK

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Event Date: 02-Nov-2012

Brecon Powys LD3 7LH

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Brecon Arts Week reaches its third year, and a treasure chest of exhibitions, events, demonstrations and music all week.

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Brecon Arts Week - ALL WEEK

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Event Date: 03-Nov-2012

Brecon Powys LD3 7LH

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Brecon Arts Week reaches its third year, and a treasure chest of exhibitions, events, demonstrations and music all week.

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Roman Trade Lecture

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Event Date: 03-Nov-2012

Caerwent Monmouthshire NP26 5BA

phone: 01443 336000

In this lecture we will examine new and unusual material culture distributed through the Roman Empire. We will look indepth at the ancient Port of Ostia.

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Chepstow Apple Day

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Event Date: 04-Nov-2012

Church Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5HJ

phone: 01291 623772

Celebrate everyone's favourite fruit, the humble apple, at Chepstow Apple Day. View apple pressing and cider making demonstrations. View displays of apple varieties and take part in games and competitions. Also, local apples, apple juices and apple foods for sale!

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Firework Spectacular at Caldicot Castle

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Event Date: 04-Nov-2012

Church Road Caldicot Monmouthshire NP26 4HU

phone: 01291 420241

Fireworks Spectacular Sunday 4th November organised by Caldicot Chamber of Commerce

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Llandovery Fireworks & Laser Extravaganza

Event Date: 04-Nov-2012

Llandovery Carmarthenshire SA20 0AA

phone: 01550 723005

If you enjoyed the fireworks at the recent Llandovery Sheep Festival then you are going to love this extravaganza! The fireworks amazed us all so once a laser show is added then wow!!!! Sunday November 4th 2012 - 7.30 pm

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Brecon Arts Week - ALL WEEK

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Event Date: 04-Nov-2012

Brecon Powys LD3 7LH

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Brecon Arts Week reaches its third year, and a treasure chest of exhibitions, events, demonstrations and music all week.

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Llandudno Fireworks Display

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Event Date: 05-Nov-2012

Conwy

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A yearly event which draws many people takes place at the end of the Pier.

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Real Bread Making Courses at Llwyna Farm

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Event Date: 06-Nov-2012 - 28-Oct-2012

Llanishen Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6QZ

phone: 01600 860375

Come and enjoy a day making real break using good, simple ingredients. We are currently holding one-day courses in our Welsh longhouse kitchen, in a beautiful hidden valley near Monmouth. There are six places on each course and everyone is welcome, regardless of ability. After baking lunch will be served where you can relax and enjoy some homemade autumn casserole.

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Llanmelin Hill Fort Excavation Open Day

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Event Date: 10-Nov-2012

Caerwent Monmouthshire NP26 5AU

phone: 07854 224533

Come and explore CADW's latest community archaeology project, the Iron Age Llanmelin hill fort near the Roman town of Caerwent. There will be: - Guided tours by achaeologists - Hands on activities for all the family - Live copper smelting and casting - A chance to learn about the site and Iron-age south-east Wales. Dogs welcome. Meet at Caerwent West Gate (see map) for a shuttle bus to the site!

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A Night With the Stars

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Event Date: 13-Nov-2012

High Street Caerleon Newport NP18 1AE

phone: (029) 2057 3550

David Thomas of Usk Astronomical Society talks about the ancient myths and legends that still influence how we see the skies today. He'll explore the constellations that can be seen at this time of year and if it's a clear night you can join him outside for some stargazing.

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Stargazing at Forest Drive

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Event Date: 17-Nov-2012

Nantcarn Road Cwmcarn Caerphilly NP11 7FA

phone: 01495 272001

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Christmas Lights Switch-On

Event Date: 22-Nov-2012

Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1HG

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Christmas lights switch on outside the Riverfront Arts Centre, Newport, followed by a parade and entertainment. This event will bring a mass of colour and excitement to the city centre!

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Caldicot Castle Cosmic Skies Evening

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Event Date: 22-Nov-2012

Church Road Caldicot Monmouthshire NP26 4HU

phone: 01291 420241

Visit our exhibition, watch our planetarium show and even use an observation telescope. The moon and Jupiter are in a good position for viewing. A chance to hold a meteorite which is older than the sun. It is the oldest thing anyone can hold.

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Monthly Guided Walk

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Event Date: 24-Nov-2012

Newport Newport NP18 2BZ

phone: 01633 636363

Join us on a monthly guided walk every last Saturday of the month to discover the wonderful wildlife and fascinating history of the reserve. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your birdwatching skills and meet like-minded people.

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Menter Iaith Xmas Fair

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Event Date: 24-Nov-2012

Gelligaer Road Nelson Caerphilly CF46 6ER

phone: 01443 412248

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Vintage Fayre

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Event Date: 25-Nov-2012

Cross Street Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 5HD

phone: 07818168955

Local social enterprise Vintage Vision will be holding their 6th Vintage Fayre in the spacious surroundings of Abergavenny Market Hall, on Sunday November 25th. This is becoming a real 'must see' event for locals and vintage aficionados alike, with over 25 stalls showing beautiful vintage clothing and accessories, together with fashion shows, jiving, and music throughout the day.

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Conwy Farmers' Markets 2012

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Event Date: 28-Nov-2012

Conwy Conwy LL31 9XZ

phone: 07540 884186

Locally produced food and drink straight from the produce. Artisan bread and pastries, cheese, honey and hive products, apple juice, fruit and vegetables, meat, fish, jam, preserves and pickles, plus pottery, herbs and plants. All subject to seasonal availability.

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Christmas Kingdom at the Celtic Manor

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Event Date: 30-Nov-2012 - 15-Dec-2012

The Usk Valley Newport Newport NP18 1HQ

phone: 01633 410 318

Experience all the magic and sparkle of the festive season as you enjoy a wonderful winter adventure at Celtic Manor's sensational Christmas Kingdom in 2012. Feel the cold tingle of winter as you glide around the sparkling ice rink, then watch your children's faces light up as you visit Santa in his workshop and meet his real reindeer too. Enjoy the live festive music as you wander around our traditional Christmas Market of stalls selling beautiful handmade gifts, and sample the delicious winter warming treats from a fantastic selection of seasonal eateries. Our Christmas Kingdom will be open throughout December 2012, so wrap up warm and join us for some winter wonder the whole family will love.

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Made by Hand Contemporary Craft Fair

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Event Date: 30-Nov-2012 - 02-Dec-2012

Newport Newport NP10 8YW

phone: 01626 830612

Join over 140 of the UKs finest designers and craftspeople at Tredegar House for 3 days of workshops, demonstrations, entertainment, music and food. Buy from the best in the country, or simply watch how they create their stunning pieces with live music and delicious food on site in the beautiful Tredegar House..

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