Pick up new and second hand toys, clothes and equiptment for children in Cwmbran this Saturday. Kidsmarkets will be setting up in Cwmbran Stadium and open from 2pm to 2.30pm. Entry is £1 for adults and free for kids. Kidsmarkets are local events where you can buy or sell a wide selection of quality, gently […]
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Kids at Cwmbran nursery raise £130 for Children in Need
Kids and staff at Belle Vue Nursery in Cwmbran raised £130 for Children In Need. The children had a busy day that began by decorating A3 pictures of Pudsey Bear with spotty coins. Arts and crafts were popular and some children made Pudsey ears and hats. After all that thirsty and hungry fundraising they enjoyed […]
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A surreal You Tube video of trolleys with a life of their own in Cwmbran town centre
This made me smile. It was made by some students from Newport who I’m trying to track down. The trolleys of Cwmbran come to life…
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Looking for a job? Delivery driver wanted for Chinese takeaway in Cwmbran
The Hoinam takeaway and restaurant in Cwmbran needs a new delivery driver. Posted with Blogsy
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Parkour in Cwmbran. A You Tube video
Parkour is fascinating. I love watching clips on You Tube. I love them even more when they are around Cwmbran. These young people train incredibly hard and have to be so dedicated and that can only be a good thing. In September 2011 I interviewed Will, a Cwmbran teenager, about why he does Parkour. This […]
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The Christmas lights in Cwmbran town centre
The Chrismas lights and decorations are up around the town centre. Posted with Blogsy
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Karaoke night at the Blinkin Owl pub in Cwmbran
The Blinkin’ Owl pub in Coed Eva has reopened after a refurbishment. I popped there last night and was really impressed. The nearby Fairwater House has closed so I’m sure this place is benefiting from locals in search of a new home. The pub was packed with a friendly atmosphere. It was karaoke night so […]
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Fantastic photos of 1970s Cwmbran- “Cwmbran- The town where the future is happening now.”
This guide to Cwmbran was published in around 1972/3. Cwmbran- The town where the future is happening now It was shared with me by the daughter of man who was part of the development team who built up Cwmbran. Fingers crossed I'll be able to get an interview with this man. My favourites are 'Inside […]
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Irish amateur boxers fighting in Cwmbran.
A team of Irish amateur boxers are heading to Cwmbran for a show later this month. The boxers are from Dublin. Torfaen Warriors ABC and Cwmbran Boys ABC have teamed up for the show on the evening of Friday 30 November. It takes place in the Mount Pleasant Hall in Pontnewydd. Tickets are £20 and […]
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Cwmbran’s Christmas lights were turned on tonight. A Storify
Cwmbran – you rock!! X pic.twitter.com/V5os2Sz8 Kam and Sally Wed, Nov 14 2012 12:27:19 ReplyRetweetFavorite #christmas #tree #lights #cwmbran #yay #pretty #cute #star #night Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Share on Google Share on Linkedin Share by email daniellegray Wed, Nov 14 2012 13:05:18 0 likes · 0 comments Not long […]