Why is Abergavenny famous?

This lively market town at the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park is famous for its annual food festival, but there's plenty of things to see and do all year round.

Is Abergavenny mentioned in Harry Potter?

Abergavenny is mentioned by Stan Shunpike, the conductor of the Knight Bus when the bus takes a detour there to drop off a passenger in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.

Why visit Abergavenny?

Abergavenny town is the perfect base for exploring the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Blaenavon World Heritage Site. Its status as a foodie Mecca is well established with its annual autumn Abergavenny Food Festival a staple on the culinary calendar.

Is Abergavenny a nice town?

Abergavenny has been listed among the 'Best Places to Live in Wales', in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live Guide. Seven locations in Wales are featured in the Comprehensive Guide, with Abergavenny recognised for its stunning scenery, active community and abundance of high quality restaurants.

What happened at Abergavenny Castle?

Abergavenny Castle was the site of the infamous Christmas Massacre of the Welsh Lord Seisll ap Dyfnwal and his seven-year-old son, an event so treacherous it still rings out from the annals of history. The castle was the scene of several reprisal attacks, including the Owain Glyn Dwr Rebellion.

Shocking History of Abergavenny Castle

Which abandoned village is near Abergavenny?

Y Graig - Abandoned Village, Abergavenny.

Which lost village is near Abergavenny?

In 1998 Y Graig was declared a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw, the organisation responsible for the preservation of Welsh heritage. A survey carried out in preparation for the scheduling identified the ruined remains of about 25 dwellings, various other buildings, yards, orchards, and trackways.

What does Abergavenny mean in Welsh?

This derived from the British name Gobannia meaning “river of blacksmiths” or “river of the ironworks”. In modern Welsh, gof means “blacksmith”. Aber describes the mouth or confluence of a river. Aber Gafenni, “confluence of the Gafenni”, became Abergafenni or Abergavenny.

Is Abergavenny expensive?

More than 100 properties have been sold in Abergavenny over the last 12 months, for an average price of £289,345. The Zoopla estimate value of £299,019 makes it the fourth most expensive location in Gwent.

Is Abergavenny worth visiting?

Abergavenny is surrounded by mountains and is a great base from which to explore the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. It also has plenty of attractions of its own and is a perfect destination for a weekend break for every member of the family.

What is the stomach bug in Abergavenny?

Abergavenny town has seen a rise in cases thought to be caused by the shigella bacteria. It is known to lead to an infection called Shigellosis with symptoms including fever, stomach cramps and diarrhoea which can sometimes have blood.

Has Abergavenny got a beach?

There are 26 Abergavenny beaches to pick from. Find the perfect places to go with your kids and get out on your next adventure! All the beaches we list are rated according to the ages they are suitable for, facilities and whether they are suitable for rainy days or best when the sun is shining.

Is Abergavenny bigger than Monmouth?

After Abergavenny (12,515), the largest towns are Chepstow (12,350), Monmouth (10,508), and Caldicot (9,813).

What are the two pubs in Harry Potter?

There are two pubs in Hogsmeade, one, the Three Broomsticks, which caters to the general population, and one which is mostly frequented by those living on the Wizarding outskirts. The Hog's Head is the latter.

Where was the pub in Harry Potter filmed?

In The Prisoner of Azkaban (2004), The Leaky Cauldron's exterior was shot on rough-looking Stoney Street, at the southeast edge of Borough Market, near The Market Porter pub.

What village was Harry Potter filmed in?

Godric's Hollow set in Wiltshire

Nearby, a cottage in the old village of Lacock served as the exterior of Harry's childhood home at Godric's Hollow, in the terrifying scene where Lord Voldemort killed Harry's parents in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001).

What is Abergavenny like to live?

This is a proper market town which along with the food festival and the many excellent restaurants, makes this a particularly good spot for anyone keen on eating well. Ruthin, Denbighshire, was named as the 2023 Best Place to Live in Wales in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live Guide.

Is Abergavenny Castle free?

Small gift shop to enable you to purchase a souvenir of your visit. Cost: Free admission for all (charges apply at some special events). Abergavenny Museum where you can enjoy a picnic during the summer & a brisk walk on colder days.

Is Abergavenny a town or village?

Abergavenny is one of Condé Nast Travellers' top 10 places to visit in the UK for 2021. Our guide to the best things to do in this quaint Welsh market town surrounded by the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons).

What is the Welsh slang for bathroom?

The Welsh for bathroom is ystafell ymolchi… room for washing…for the toilet it's ty bach… literally small house. The bathroom, which usually consists of a bath/shower, sink and may have a lavatory.

Why was Abergavenny castle built?

Abergavenny Castle resides in Monmouthshire, Wales, and was built by the Norman lord Hamelin de Ballon around 1087 to guard the River Usk and the lowland areas south of the market town of Abergavenny from incursions by the Welsh from the hills to the north and west.

What river runs through Abergavenny?

The River Usk

On the way, it passes through many of our towns and villages. Sennybridge, Brecon, Talybont-on-Usk, Crickhowell and Abergavenny all once depended on the river for their prosperity. The Usk also feeds the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. The whole river is a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Is Abergavenny in a valley?

It lies at the confluence of the Rivers Gavenny and Usk. The strategic nature of the site, guarding a main valley corridor between the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons into South Wales, was recognized by the Romans, who built the fortress of Gobannium, and by the Normans, who built an 11th-century castle.

What are the mountains around Abergavenny?

Abergavenny is surrounded by three mountains – the Skirrid, the Blorenge and the Sugar Loaf.