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2023-12-20 08:00 - 2023-12-21 17:00 (Europe/London)

Christmas drop-in craft sessions at the Community Hubs
2023-12-16 | Abergavenny Community Hub/Library, Town Hall, Cross Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5HD, United Kingdom
On Saturday 16th December, we have a number of drop-in craft sessions going on across the county, feel free to come along and get in the Christmas Spirit!
Usk Community Hub – Christmas Card making, 9:30 – 12:30, ages 4+
Caldicot Community Hub – Colour a Christmas Card, 10:30 – 12:00
Abergavenny Community Hub & Library – Christmas Crafts, 9:30 – 12:30

FREE Swim
2023-12-15 - 2023-12-17, 2023-12-08 - 2023-12-10, 2023-12-01 - 2023-12-03, 2023-11-24 - 2023-11-26, 2023-11-17 - 2023-11-19, 2023-11-10 - 2023-11-12, 2023-11-03 - 2023-11-05 | Caldicot Leisure Centre, Mill Lane, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4BN, United Kingdom
Under-16’s can also enjoy a free swim at your local MonLife Active Leisure centre during the following times:

Chepstow Leisure Centre:Fridays from 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Abergavenny Leisure Centre: Fridays between 8.00pm – 9:00pm
Monmouth Leisure Centre: Saturdays between 3:00pm – 4:15pm (Free to 16’s & under with a MonLife card)
Caldicot Leisure Centre: Saturdays between 11.30am – 12.45pm

Find out more: https://www.monlife.co.uk/monactive/swimming/

A Dickens Christmas is coming to Caldicot Hub!
2023-12-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Caldicot Community Hub, Woodstock Way, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5DB, United Kingdom
A Dickens Christmas is coming to Caldicot Community Hub – The Friends of Caldicot Library are running their annual Christmas event involving Christmas readings from Charles Dickens, carols sung by the Chepstow Singers and refreshments!
Thursday 14th December
7:00pm – 8:30pm

Christmas Stories & Crafts at Abergavenny Library
2023-12-13 14:15 - 14:45, 2023-12-13 10:15 - 10:45 | Abergavenny Community Hub/Library, Town Hall, Cross Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5HD, United Kingdom
Christmas Stories & Crafts at Abergavenny Library
Wednesday’s throughout December

10:15am – 10:45am & 2:15pm – 2:45pm
FREE (no need to book)

CANCELLED! Christmas Market at Caldicot Castle
2023-12-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Caldicot Castle & Country Park, Church Rd,, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU, United Kingdom
*Due to the Yellow Warning for High Winds in Caldicot tomorrow, Green Top Markets have cancelled the Saturday & Sunday Market. We apologise for any inconvenience this causes.*
Join us at Caldicot castle and get into the festive spirit on the 9th and 10th of December from 10 AM to 3 PM as Green Top Markets presents a magical Christmas market you won’t want to miss.
Wander through the historic setting of Caldicot Castle, sipping on mulled wine or yummy hot chocolates while browsing the different stalls and products on offer. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gifts or just seeking some holiday cheer, our Christmas market has something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this festive event, entrance is free!

Sunday 10th December from 10am-3pm.
Entry to the market is free.

Come and join us for Festive Fun at Monmouth Hub
2023-12-09 11:00 - 12:30 | Monmouth Community Hub, Rolls Hall, Whitecross St, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3BY, United Kingdom
Christmas songs from Monmouth Community Choir followed by Christmas stories and crafts!
Saturday 9th December

11:00am : Christmas songs from members of the Monmouth Community Choir
11:30am : Christmas stories and crafts ( for children aged 4-8)

Tea, coffee and Mince pies served by the friends of Monmouth Library

SOLD OUT - Santa's Grotto at Old Station Tintern
2023-12-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Old Station Tintern, Tintern Heights, Catbrook, Brockweir,, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 7NX, United Kingdom
There’ll be a chance for children to meet him, let him know what they want for Christmas and come away with their own gift. Help Santa find his reindeer on our Christmas trail around the site. There’s also hot drinks, mulled wine, hot chocolate and mince pies being served in the tearooms to fully get you into the Christmas spirit.

Event details :
Dates – Saturday 2nd – Sunday 3rd December 2023 .
Times – Sessions from 10am – 4pm.
Cost – £5 per child. Each booking for one child.
Where to go – Meet by the carriage entrance. Please do not arrive before your time slot.
Terms & Conditions
Pre-booking required.
Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.
Gifts from Santa may contain allergens such as soya, dairy and / or nuts. Please contact oldstationtintern@monmouthshire.gov.uk if this is an issue.

Christmas Craft for Children
2023-11-26 11:00 - 16:00 | The Drill Hall, The Drill Hall, Lower Church Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5HJ, United Kingdom
Christmas Craft for Kids at THE DRILL HALL!

Sunday 26 November

11-1pm, 2-4pm

Free – Donations welcome.

Children need to bring an adult along with them.

In collaboration with MonLife Heritage

Creative Conversations in Usk
2023-11-15 12:30 - 14:00 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
A meeting to explore expanding the opportunities for artists and craftspeople in Monmouthshire with an introduction from photographer Will Davies
Usk Community Hub & Library, 35 Maryport Street Usk NP15 1AE
FREE
Click below to book
Creative Conversations in Usk Tickets, Wed 15 Nov 2023 at 12:30 | Eventbrite

Creative Drinks in Chepstow
2023-11-06 18:30 - 20:30 | The Drill Hall, The Drill Hall, Lower Church Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5HJ, United Kingdom
A meeting to explore expanding the opportunities for artists and craftspeople in Monmouthshire with an introduction from Ned Heywood
The Drill Hall, Lower Church Street Chepstow NP16 5HJ
FREE
To book click here Creative Drinks in Chepstow Tickets, Mon 6 Nov 2023 at 18:30 | Eventbrite

Nest
2023-11-02 13:30 - 14:00, 2023-11-02 11:00 - 11:30 | Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, Town Hall, Cross St, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5HD, United Kingdom
Take a bird’s eye view of the humans in a brand-new family show from M6 Theatre.
Filled with clowning, original song and beautiful shadow play, this highly physical show uses minimal language to tell a tale about taking care, discovering what’s important and learning how to fly.
Suitable for ages 3+
“Fail to engage small children for even a second and you’ve lost them completely. It is a real art – as M6 demonstrated with aplomb” – Lyn Gardner
“Leaders in their field”- Children’s Theatre Reviews
£8.50 (£8 for groups of 4 or more)
E-trailer link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKlkpZF_aTs

Stories & Crafts with the wonderful author, Susan Wilsher!
2023-11-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Caldicot Community Hub, Woodstock Way, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5DB, United Kingdom
Join us this half-term for a morning of Stories & Crafts with the wonderful author, Susan Wilsher!

Susan will be reading some of her book, Zeeglit’s Quest, followed by some drawing and crafts.

Thursday 2nd November – 11am-12pm

Suitable for ages 8-12

No booking is required.

Stories & Crafts with the wonderful author, Susan Wilsher! - Chepstow Community Hub
2023-11-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Chepstow Community Hub, Manor Way, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5HZ, United Kingdom
Join us this half-term for a morning of Stories & Crafts with the wonderful author, Susan Wilsher!

Susan will be reading some of her book, Zeeglit’s Quest, followed by some drawing and crafts.

Wednesday 1st November – 2-3pm

Suitable for ages 8-12

No booking is required.

Owl Story and Craft
2023-11-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
Owl Story & Craft
Wednesday 1 November, 11:00-12:00
For children aged 3 – 7.
*Please note all children must be accompanied by an adult

Halloween Stories & Crafts
2023-11-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Monmouth Community Hub, Rolls Hall, Whitecross St, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3BY, United Kingdom
Halloween Stories & Crafts at Monmouth Community Hub

Wednesday 1st November,
10:30 – 11:30

Booking required.

Halloween at The Zone
2023-10-31 16:00 - 21:00 | The Zone, Caldicot Youth Centre, 1 Chepstow Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4XY, United Kingdom
You are invited to Halloween at The Zone, Tuesday 31 October, 4-9pm – Treats, games and more!

Halloween at The Cabin
2023-10-31 16:00 - 21:00 | The Cabin, Abergavenny Youth Centre, Old Hereford Road, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 6EL, United Kingdom
You are invited to Halloween at The Cabin, Tuesday 31 October, 4-9pm – Treats, games and more!

Halloween at the Old Station Tintern
2023-10-31 11:00 - 16:00 | Old Station Tintern, Tintern Heights, Catbrook, Brockweir,, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 7NX, United Kingdom
This Halloween let your children enjoy a ghoulish time at the Old Station Tintern, with a pumpkin trail, Halloween mask making and craft activities.
Event details :
Date – Tuesday 31st October.
Times – Two ‘drop in’ sessions (you can arrive at any time during the sessions). Morning : 11am – 1pm. Afternoon: 2pm-4pm.
Cost – £3.50 per child. Each booking for one child.
Ages – Suitable from ages 3+.
Where to go – Craft activities will be under the stretch tent and signposted on the day
Terms & Conditions

Pre-booking required.
Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.
Parental supervision required at all times.
The sessions are ‘drop-in’, meaning you can arrive at any time during the sessions.

Football fun day at Chepstow Leisure Centre
2023-10-31 09:00 - 15:00 | Chepstow Leisure Centre, Welsh St, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5LX, United Kingdom
Join us at Chepstow Leisure Centre where we will be having a fun filled day of football.
Includes lots of fun drills and games. Please remember to bring a hat, lunch, water and sunscreen.
31/10/2023 : 9am-3pm
Ages 5-9
Book via reception or call : 01633 644 800

Halloween Candle Holder craft - Usk Community Hub
2023-10-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
Join us at Usk Community Hub this half term to create Halloween Candle holders!
Monday 30th October, 10:00-11:00am
*Please note all children must be accompanied by an adult.
