Events nearby

As well as events in the surrounding towns and villages, Abergavenny is well situated for attending events and other things to do across South Wales. It's just one hour to Cardiff - other large towns and cities such as Hay-On-Wye, Hereford, Brecon and Newport are just a short drive away.

• Llantilio Crossenny Festival of Music and Drama
  (12 May—20 May 2012)
  www.llantiliofestival.co.uk

  The festival comprises opera, classical music and jazz performances. It will be held in the beautiful St Teilo's Church (which dates from the 13th century) or at Treadam Farm.

  A number of events are held throughout the festival - please visit the Llantilio Crossenny festival website for full and up-to-date details, timetables and bookings.

• Raglan Music Festival
  (8—10 June 2012)
  http://www.raglan-festival.org/
  

  A wide range of musical styles from Rock to Blues, Jazz, Classical, Choral, Childrens Workshops and Open Jam sessions.

• Hay Book Festival
  (31 May—10 June 2012)
  http://www.hayfestival.com/wales
  

  A gathering of top authors, illustrators and comedians get together in Hay-On-Wye for a festival of the arts.

• The Royal Welsh Show (Builth Wells) http://www.rwas.co.uk
  (23—26 July 2012)

  A display of the best of local agriculture, from livestock and produce to heavy machinery. There's also a number of competitions, so if you fancy yourself as a sheepshearer, now's your chance!

  Close to a quarter of a million people attended in 2011, making this the biggest outdoor event in the UK.

• Brecon Jazz Festival http://www.breconjazz.co.uk
  Mid August 2012 (?)

  The detail of this event, which has been so popular in previous years, are yet to be confirmed. For more details and latest updates, please visit www.breconjazz.co.uk