THE 'BLUE' PLAQUES

One of our ‘ongoing’ projects over the past four years you may remember was the installation of commemorative ‘Blue’ plaques in

various locations around the town.

These were to commemorate noteworthy persons who were natives of Cwmbran who had contributed in no small way to the history and prosperity of the town.

Most, if not all of these plaques have now been installed, and although not blue china (too expensive!) they are in a more durable and easy to renovate charcoal grey and silver.

Some of the people honoured are Reginald Blewitt M.P. (on the gate of Llantarnam Abbey which was his former home), Tom Richards of Upper Cwmbran, Olympic Silver medallist, this on the Queen Inn, -as Tom lived too far up the mountain for anyone passing to see his plaque,- and of course John Fielding (Williams) at Ty Coch where he once lived..

This one was mentioned on Radio Wales by Derek Brockway the BBC’s “Weatherman Walking” a few weeks ago.

These plaques were provided by the Cwmbran Regeneration Group who have worked with us for a number of years to provide access to the historical aspects of the town.

One of the last official functions of outgoing Mayor ‘Nye’ James

is unveiling the plaque

commemorating

MP Reginald Blewitt

at Llantarnam Abbey

OUR RECENT EXCURSIONS

Hopefully many of you will by now have taken advantage of our incredibly economical trips to places of historical interest.

We have been very lucky with the weather ,but I have always said that Dawn has had a secret helper with this. Either she was “well in” with “Him above” or she has a pact with the Devil. Well now we know, as those who will have seen her picture recently in the Argus will have noticed that she appeared to have horns coming out of her head. “A trick of the light” you may say! Well I’m reserving judgement! >>>>>>

For those who missed the trips so far (as I did) the Veteran’s Day at Weymouth was a resounding success, as was the Blist’s Hill and Horses in Harness event-although some said the entrance fee was a bit high.

Cyfartha Castle was another sunny success, and the tea was an added bonus, as were the lovely gardens.

The Worcester Feast was another great success. In addition to the food and wine to be sampled there was also an exhibition of beautiful costumes worn in TV series and Oscar winning films. There were over 100 and were truly magnificent, and some of our members managed to incorporate strolls along the river as well as some serious shopping.

Dawn had sacrificed a couple of goats or virgins on Friday night so the weather was firing on all cylinders for us as usual.

A lovely day all round! Great!

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