Events occurring in & around December 2012

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  • The Titanic, the Mill and the Signal - Artie Moore and Titanic's SOS

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    • Event Date: 06-Apr-2012 - 31-Dec-2012
    • Cross Street New Tredegar Caerphilly NP24 6EG United Kingdom
    • phone: 01443 822666

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  • What's On at the Savoy in Monmouth

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    • Event Date: 01-Sep-2012 - 31-Dec-2012
    • Church Street Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3BU United Kingdom
    • phone: 01600 772467

    Welcome to the Savoy, Monmouth's independent theatre and cinema. See the very best in live and film entertainment, and enjoy a drink from our licensed bar whilst you enjoy the show. See the Latest News box for what's currently on!

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  • EweMoo Foot Rests

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    • Event Date: 20-Oct-2012 - 15-Dec-2012
    • Brecon Market Hall Brecon Powys United Kingdom
    • phone: 07592790424

    Crafting has been a hobby of mine for some time,I think I can call myself a crafty person looking at introducing something different gorgeous and quirky into our homes.

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  • Brecon Craft Fair - Ewemoo Crafts

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    • Event Date: 20-Oct-2012 - 15-Dec-2012
    • Brecon Market Hall Brecon Powys United Kingdom
    • phone: 07592790424

    Crafting has been a hobby of mine for some time,I think I can call myself a crafty person looking at introducing something different gorgeous and quirky into our homes.

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  • Ewemoo Crafts

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    • Event Date: 20-Oct-2012 - 15-Dec-2012
    • Brecon Market Hall Brecon Powys United Kingdom
    • phone: 07592790424

    Crafting has been a hobby of mine for some time,I think I can call myself a crafty person looking at introducing something different gorgeous and quirky into our homes.

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

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    • Event Date: 01-Nov-2012 - 31-Dec-2012
    • Powys United Kingdom
    • phone: 01874 620480

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

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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 United Kingdom
    • 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 United Kingdom
    • 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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  • Poetry on the Border

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    • Event Date: 01-Dec-2012
    • Church Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5HJ United Kingdom
    • phone: 01291 638807

    Saturday night come to the Drill Hall in Chepstow for an evening of passionate witness, generosity and tenderness as we welcome two of poetry's great voices. Benjamin Zephaniah & Rhian Edwards

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  • Winter Festival

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    • Event Date: 01-Dec-2012 - 02-Dec-2012
    • Usk Monmouthshire United Kingdom
    • phone:

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  • Usk Festival & Christmas Market

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    • Event Date: 01-Dec-2012 - 02-Dec-2012
    • Usk Monmouthshire NP15 1BH United Kingdom
    • phone: 01291 672207

    The Centerpiece of the Winter Festival is the Christmas Market. This is open both days, Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd December between 10am and 7pm, and focuses on quality food, drink, crafts and gifts. There will also be live music on the outdoor stage at Twyn Square on both days, with Folk, Big Band, Brass, groups, soloists and more to entertain you whilst you shop!

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  • COPY OF Wales Town Member Info - Carmarthenshire - Llandovery

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    • Event Date: 01-Dec-2012
    • Bethlehem Carmarthenshire SA19 6YH United Kingdom
    • phone: 01558825336

    Llandovery Castle & Llywellyn ap Gruffydd Fychan Llandovery Castle stands in the centre of the town located in the main car park . The remains of a Norman castle first mentioned in 1116. The castle itself was captured by Lord Rhys in 1179 until 1282 then recaptured by Edward I. Henry IV stayed at the castle during the Owain Glyndwr struggle for Welsh independence. Witnessing the hanging, drawing and quartering of Llywelyn ap Gruffydd Fychan, known as the 'Welsh Prince' and is remembered by the monument that features on the castle mound today. He was a 15th century Welsh martyr executed in 1401 for assisting Owain Glyndwr in his struggle for Welsh independence against King Henry IV. The local landowner refused to betray his people so Henry had him hung, drawn and quartered in the Market Square, a plaque marks the spot and is located on the wall of HSBC bank.

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  • Lighting Up the Canal

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    • Event Date: 01-Dec-2012
    • Canal Basin, Theatre Brycheiniog Brecon Powys LD3 7EW United Kingdom
    • phone:

    Lantern Celebration for the 200th anniversary of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER 2012, 5pm to 7pm

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  • 'Making Christmas' at Big Pit

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    • Event Date: 02-Dec-2012
    • Blaenavon Torfaen NP4 9XP United Kingdom
    • phone: (029) 2057 3650

    At a time where money is tight, there are hundreds of ideas to make Christmas less expensive. Come and join us for a day of activities to make this Christmas a thrifty one. Whether it's making your own Christmas cards, `up-cycling' unwanted gifts or just creating individual and unique Christmas decorations, you are sure to find something to help the whole family make your Christmas unique.

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  • Winding House Festive Films

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    • Event Date: 02-Dec-2012
    • Cross Street New Tredegar Caerphilly NP24 6EG United Kingdom
    • phone: 01443 822666

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  • Christmas Fayre at the Marriott St Pierre

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    • Event Date: 02-Dec-2012
    • St Pierre Park Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6YA United Kingdom
    • phone: 01291 625261

    Come and enjoy our fantastic, festive Christmas Fayre in the cosy setting of the Marriott St Pierre Hotel & Country Club. With stalls, food, gifts and more, it is the perfect place to help put you in the Christmas mood!

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  • Made in Monmouthshire Launch Night

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    • Event Date: 05-Dec-2012
    • Castle Car Park, Bridge Street Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 5EY United Kingdom
    • phone: 01291 623772

    Chepstow Tourist Information Centre now stock a large range of Made in Monmouthshire products, from award winning Tintern Parva wine to fantastic Jewellery & and delicious honey. Come on down on Wednesday 5th, for a late night shopping trip to celebrate the launch of our product range. From delicious treats to fantastic gifts, we have great products from local producers.

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  • Tintern Torch Light Carol Service 2012

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    • Event Date: 07-Dec-2012
    • Tintern Monmouthshire NP16 6TE United Kingdom
    • phone:

    Experience a romantic and magical Christmas in the majestic ruins of Tintern Abbey, as the Torch Light Carol Service returns. This open air carol service is a true highlight in the Tintern calendar, making use of the spectacular backdrop of the Abbey to celebrate Christmas in style.

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  • Caerphilly Medieval Christmas Fayre

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    • Event Date: 08-Dec-2012 - 09-Dec-2012
    • Caerphilly CF83 1JL United Kingdom
    • phone: 029 2088 0011

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  • Christmas at the Ironworks

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    • Event Date: 08-Dec-2012 - 09-Dec-2012
    • Blaenavon Torfaen NP4 9RN United Kingdom
    • phone: 01495 792615

    Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a Victorian Christmas in a small industrial town in south Wales.

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  • Christmas All Over the World

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    • Event Date: 08-Dec-2012
    • High Street Caerleon Newport NP18 1AE United Kingdom
    • phone: (029) 2057 3550

    How is Christmas celebrated around the world? Join our magical Christmas mayhem and discover traditions in countries such as Poland or Mexico through games and activities. With craft stalls, mulled wine and Animal Zone petting zoo.

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  • The Origins of a Modern Christmas

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    • Event Date: 08-Dec-2012
    • Caerwent Monmouthshire NP26 5BA United Kingdom
    • phone: 01443 336000

    Why do we eat mince pies? This light hearted lecture will explore the earliest British traditions, from the Celtic midwinter solstice, to the Victorian Christmas festivities.

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  • Winding House Festive Films

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    • Event Date: 09-Dec-2012
    • Cross Street New Tredegar Caerphilly NP24 6EG United Kingdom
    • phone: 01443 822666

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  • Abergavenny Christmas Food and Drink Fair

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    • Event Date: 09-Dec-2012
    • Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 5ND United Kingdom
    • phone: 01873 850805

    Embrace Christmas at the World renowned foody market town of Abergavenny at their third annual Christmas Food & Drink Fair. Choose from an abundance of top-notch produce as you stroll around the three main venues (Market Hall, Upper Brewery Yard and St Mary's Priory Centre, plus Cross Street too). With over ninety hand-picked exhibitors, the focus is firmly on Christmas food (no tinsel side-shows).

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  • Monmouth Candlelit Procession

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    • Event Date: 13-Dec-2012
    • Monmouth Monmouthshire NP25 3DY United Kingdom
    • phone:

    At 6 pm the Monmouth Comprehensive's awesome Brass Players will lead us, singing `O Come All Ye Faithful', up Monnow Street to the Christmas tree outside the Shire Hall. There, we'll sing more carols with help from the wonderful Town Band and remember Christmas with Rev. Nick Munday. We hope as many of you as possible will come in fancy dress. There are prizes for the 3 most imaginative costumes and a small treat for everyone who competes.

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  • Christmas Kingdom at the Celtic Manor

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    • Event Date: 15-Dec-2012 - 06-Jan-2013
    • The Usk Valley Newport Newport NP18 1HQ United Kingdom
    • 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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  • Stereophonics Live!

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    • Event Date: 15-Dec-2012
    • 1 Kingsway Newport Newport NP20 1UH United Kingdom
    • phone: 01633 656757

    Stereophonics play the Newport Centre this December as a special Christmas treat for their fans. The band have spent much of this year working on a new album, due for release next Spring. Tickets go on sale 2nd November!

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  • Festive Trails at Big Pit

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    • Event Date: 15-Dec-2012 - 03-Jan-2013
    • Blaenavon Torfaen NP4 9XP United Kingdom
    • phone: (029) 2057 3650

    Pick up a trail sheet when you arrive at Big Pit and see if you can solve the festive quiz. The whole family can join in and there will be special treats if you return your trail, completed, to the Shop before you leave.

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  • Winding House Festive Films

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    • Event Date: 16-Dec-2012
    • Cross Street New Tredegar Caerphilly NP24 6EG United Kingdom
    • phone: 01443 822666

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  • Lanterns and Carols

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    • Event Date: 19-Dec-2012
    • Llanfoist Abergavenny Monmouthshire NP7 9NG United Kingdom
    • phone: 01873 858277

    Get in the festive spirit by lighting up the canal with lanterns and singing carols in the beautiful canal village of Llanfoist, just outside Abergavenny. Remember to bring a lantern!

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  • Conwy Farmers' Markets 2012

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    • Event Date: 19-Dec-2012
    • Conwy Conwy LL31 9XZ United Kingdom
    • 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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  • Craft Demonstrations at Abbey Mill

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    • Event Date: 22-Dec-2012 - 07-Jan-2013
    • Tintern Monmouthshire NP16 6SE United Kingdom
    • 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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  • Welsh National

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    • Event Date: 27-Dec-2012
    • Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6BE United Kingdom
    • phone: 01291 622260

    This is a fantastic spectacle as a competitive field races over three miles and six furlongs with 22 fences to be jumped. This year's race has prize money of £90,000. The race always attracts some of the best staying chasers in training with previous winners including Carvill's Hill, Master Oats, Silver Birch, Earth Summit, Bindaree and Synchronised. Also on the card is the Coral Future Champions Finale Juvenile Hurdle with prize money of £29,500 and the bet On Your Mobile Now At Coral.co.uk Handicap Chase worth £25,000. There will be a friendly festive atmosphere and this meeting is ideal for the whole family to socialise and get some fresh air after Christmas. There is a wide range of hospitality options and plenty of bars and takeaway food outlets.

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