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On this day: Monmouthshire Archive

Monmouthshire Archive

• Bearing fruit

  Across Wales the old tradition of cider and perry-making is undergoing a revival thanks to a small band of enthusiasts. read more

• Gwent High Sheriff's annual drinks reception

  Dignitaries from all over Gwent were invited to a drinks reception, held in a marquee near Monmouth Castle. read more

• Hat's the way to do it

  Abergavenny hat designer Alison Tod is renowned in the fashion world for her stunning designs. County Life's Noel Davies met up with her to chat about life as one of the country's leading hat designers and her abiding love for Abergavenny. read more

• Collectors' tips

  Bargains are the stuff of antique collectors' dreams. Picture the scene: you pay just a few pounds or even pence for something you spot at a car boot sale. Then you discover it's a genuine whatever and worth hundreds. read more

• Gardens: Gardening calendar - October-December

  Autumn and early winter is a time of hard work, clearing up and tidying the garden in preparation for winter. read more

• Property: Swan House

  A Grade II-listed former coaching inn dating back to the 16th century is on the market with Newland Rennie Wilkins. read more

• In the picture: Gwent High Sheriff's annual drinks reception

  Dignitaries from all over Gwent were invited to a drinks reception, held in a marquee near Monmouth Castle. read more

• Food & Drink: The Foxhunter

  Whisper it quietly but Foxhunter head chef Matt Tebbutt doesn't take kindly to being asked to cook fried eggs. read more

• Ad profile: FurnitureSmart

  IF THERE is such a place as an Aladdin's cave for furniture and accessories, then FurnitureSmart, in Chepstow is it. read more

• Healing hands

  A Monmouthshire woman who suffered from a chronic illness for 12 months, but found relief after visiting a therapeutic masseur, is dedicating her life to helping others facing similar problems. read more

• Swan House

  A Grade II-listed former coaching inn dating back to the 16th century is on the market with Newland Rennie Wilkins. read more

• Property: Fishing for compliments

  PENCARREG Farm would make the perfect home for fishing enthusiasts. read more

• Antiques: Collectors' tips

  Bargains are the stuff of antique collectors' dreams. Picture the scene: you pay just a few pounds or even pence for something you spot at a car boot sale. Then you discover it's a genuine whatever and worth hundreds. read more

• The place to be

  Several decades ago Monmouthshire was 'discovered' by an intrepid band from the creative arts seeking an alternative to the city rat-race. read more

• Health: Healing hands

  A Monmouthshire woman who suffered from a chronic illness for 12 months, but found relief after visiting a therapeutic masseur, is dedicating her life to helping others facing similar problems. read more

• Don't peak too soon

  One of the main attractions of Abergavenny is the countryside around it. read more

• Antiques: Spotlight - The House 1860-1925

  By late 19th century standards, Monmouthshire must have seemed far removed from the centre of fashionable society. read more

• Health: Treat your body like an engine

  WE all know that exercise is good for us but, sometimes, it's all too easy to curl up with a good book or watch TV! read more

• Spotlight - The House 1860-1925

  By late 19th century standards, Monmouthshire must have seemed far removed from the centre of fashionable society. read more

• Health: Do you get the point?

  Lesley Gann practises acupuncture at the Monmouth Natural Health Centre. She graduated from The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine at Leamington Spa in 1986. This college teaches the five element system of acupuncture. read more

On this day: Monmouthshire Archive