THE 20th CAERLEON FESTIVAL in 2022 Looking forward…. The raising of a new standard in the Hanbury Tower marks the 20th year of the Caerleon Festival. There is much to reflect upon, including Sir Colin who maintains his steely gaze across the river. What lies ahead? None can tell. Events eclipse expectations. Here is what […]
Christmas came to Caerleon! After an enforced break the Market was back! In the Town Hall enthusiasm was the mood of the day as customers, in a steady stream, negotiated the one way system to view the impressive array of goodies and gifts on display. Business was brisk. Smiles were discernible beneath masks. The Community […]
Belshazzar’s Feast People came from near and far to enjoy a perfect aperitif for Christmas. Consummate musicians, Paul & Paul, served up a seasonal journey with traditional music and songs – ancient and modern – recalling the spirit of Christmas past. Their musical cocktail was infused with melodies mixed and spiced with mis-notes. Audience participation […]
On a cold winter’s night in troubled times, a significant audience gathered in St. Cadoc’s Church in need of a morale boost. Ricard delivered it. His wry reminiscences, acute observations and humour served with song and guitar were just what a doctor would have ordered. People smiled. The Christmas Tree sparkled. Tim Chair
Sarah’s long awaited second coming to Caerleon was worth the wait. Expectations were high. She exceeded them. A fine lyricist, singer and musician, Sarah delivered a virtuoso performance to a significantly sized audience in the acoustically blessed Church of St. Cadoc. Her voice and guitar playing were beautifully synchronised. Her songs stirred the emotions. […]
It’s that time of year again already, and as you can see, the Gateway Project Management Team has been getting a bit of practice. We’re about a month late this year because of the weird early spring weather, but the meadow is catching up fast. Paths will be mowed, and the cuttings need to be cleared. […]
THE FESTIVAL MEADOW This article appears in the latest issue of the Monmouthshire Meadow Group (MMG) magazine. It tells of the background to how the Festival Meadow, sited across the road from the Hanbury Arms, came about. _____________________________________________________________________ “A few years ago, Celf Caerleon Arts secured a long lease on the Hanbury Field, where […]
WildflowerMeadowOctober2020 Tuesday 13th October – sowing can be fun. After yet more rain, we were finally able to get the last meadow work of the year completed. In mid October a band of enthusiastic volunteers enjoyed hand sowing six kilos of wild flower meadow seeds throughout the entire field. Bad weather last autumn prevented us […]
