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(8th - 16th June)

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We are really excited that 14 of our churches are taking part in Churches Unlocked: Hidden Gems - which kicks off this weekend!The event runs from Saturday 8th to Sunday 16th June and gives churches the chance to celebrate and share their ‘Hidden Gems’. This is the second year the Diocese of Monmouth are taking part and more of our churches than ever will be opening and holding events.You can view many of the events below, with more being added. With community events, family fun, music, arts, workshops and special services there is plenty for everyone and it would be great to get more people than ever visiting so why not pop along!

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Christchurch, AbergavennyNorth Street, Abergavenny, NP7 7EBHomemade refreshments in Community Hall in aid of Target Ovarian Cancer, limited parking in North St, flat access to Community Hall, ramped access to church, toiletsChurch open daily, 11:30am – 5:30pmEvents/activitiesHidden gem - a wooden clad church constructed in 1879 to serve the railway workers and growing population of AbergavennySunday 9 June, following Morning Prayer at 9.30am (all welcome!) Christchurch will be open to visitors and serving refreshments in the church hall in conjunction with the local Cantref Open Gardens event.

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Christchurch, GovilonGovilon, Abergavenny, NP7 9PYThe church is on a fairly steep hill giving panoramic views of the Usk valley but is not easily accessible on footHidden Gem - local history and stained glass windowsChurch open – June 8th, 2pm – 4pmChurch warden guides of local history and stained glass windows

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Poster to download

Poster advertising talk about Revd Purchas

St Arvan, St Arvan’sChepstow, NP16 6ETSaturday 8th June - “ Tea & Chat “ in Meeting Rooms as usual, please feel free to come over to the church for a visit.Sunday 9th June, 10am - Sung Eucharist - all are warmly welcomed, coffee and cakes served afterwards.Monday 10th June - “ Open Session “ for local schools to visit, refreshments provided.Tuesday 11th June, 7pm - Illustrated talk on THE CAMINO : with interval for Spanish snacks! With Father Michael Gollop.(UNFORTUNATELY, THIS EVENT HAS HAD TO POSTPONED)Wednesday 12th June - Meditation Day, St Arvans Church will be open all day for silent reflection or meditation. Come and go as you like. Take in the awe of our beautiful church. Refreshments will be available. The day will end at 8pm when Father Michael will close with Night Prayer.Friday 14th June, 6-8pm. St Arvans with St Marys, Penterry, “Wine, Wander and a little light music at Wyndcliffe Court”.Followed by at 7.30pm. in St Arvans Church : Illustrated talk on The Reverend Arthur Purchas by Mr David Priddis who has carried out extensive research into this missionary who has links to St Arvans.

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St CenhedlonRockfield, Monmouth, NP25 5QBRefreshments, parking area across the road.Events/activitiesHidden Gem – The Historic ChurchSaturday 8th June, 10am – 3pm – enjoy refreshments whilst looking round the historic and peaceful church. Information available about the RC Bishop buried under the alter.

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St Deiniol’s, IttonItton, Chepstow, NP16 6BRFlat access via back gate, parking along the roadEvents/activitiesHidden Gem – the church!Sunday 9th June, 11:30am - Animal Blessing Service (church open 10am – 5pm)Wednesday 12th June, 2:30pm - "A Walk on the Wild Side" talk by Lesley Kelly, with tea and cakes to follow (church open 10am – 5pm)Thursday 13th June, 7:30pm - concert by Alethea Ensemble, in aid of Joy of Learning, a charity working in Uganda, with craft items for sale and tea and coffee after the concert (church open 10am – 9:30pm)

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St Hilda's, GriffithstownGriffithstown, Pontypool, NP4 5LTRefreshments, toilets and parking available, disabled access by arrangementChurch open daily, 10am – 4pmEvents/activitiesHidden Gem – West Window (Royal Family)Saturday 8th June, 2pm - Guided tour of the hidden Gems (Stained Glass Windows)Wednesday 12th June, 6pm - Guided tour of the hidden GemsFriday 14th June, 11am - Guided tour of the hidden GemsSunday 9th June, Bishop of Monmouth will be officiating at the Eucharist.Saturday 15th June, 3pm Afternoon teaChurch Records will be on view throughout the week along with a display of wedding photos that have taken place in St Hilda's throughout the years

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St Mary's Priory Church, AbergavennyMonk Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5NDAmple parking in adjacent council run car park, level going into the church, tea and coffee available in the Tithe Barn from Crafting4Cancer, artist in residence may be in his open studioHidden Gem - extensive mediaeval monuments, part of giant Jesse, modern stained glassChurch open daily, Monday – Friday 10am – 2pm, Saturday 10am – 3pm

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St Mary's, PantegChurch Lane, Panteg, Pontypool, NP4 0TSToilets, car park and flat access availableHidden Gems - 12th century font, painted triptych, famous Rector Adam of UskTuesday 11th June, 10am - 1pm – tours of the church with an updated guideEvents/activitiesWednesday 12th June, 1.30 - 4.30pm – “Some hidden history of the women of St Mary’s” talk at 2pm, free refreshmentsFriday 14th June, 12 - 3pm – churchyard wanderings, see some special monuments and gravestones

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St Michael’s, PontymoileUsk Road, Pontypool, NP4 0JFParking outside the church, flat access, toilets in next door pubEvents/activitiesHidden Gem - Walkinshaw windows, barrel roof, famous Rector Parson Cook, ancient yewsThursday 10th June, 10am - 1pm – guided tour with new leafletsSaturday 15th June, 11am - 2pm – learn about Parson Christopher Cook, flower arranging taking placeSunday 16th June, 9am - 12.30pm – morning service, all welcome, refreshments after service with a chance to view church registers, see some unusual gravestones and ancient yew trees

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St Paul’s, Capel NewyddCoed Cae, Capel Newydd, Blaenavon, NP4 9ANDetails to follow!

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St Peter’s, BlaenavonBlaenavon, NP4 9AEFree Refreshments and toilet are available in the church. Several Parking areas are nearby.Built in the late 1700s by Ironmasters a Blaenavon St. Peter’s was dedicated in 1805. It was a showcase for the ironworks and still retains several of the early 19th century features.Hidden GemsThe cast-iron font, pillars which hold up the galleries, frames of doors and windows.In the churchyard are the iron topped tombs of the iron masters.The bell tower includes a fine ring of eight bells.Events/ActivitiesSaturday June 8th, 10am - 4pm(The churchyard is accessible at all times)A quiet corner is available for thought and prayer.12midday –Local bell ringers will demonstrate their skills and at3.20pm - a team of visiting bell ringers will demonstrate theirs.(Both sessions simultaneously videoed and displayed on screen in the church)Music during the day includes organ and guitar playing.Church records, a display of wedding photographs and historical photographs related to the Church will be on view.Ongoing guided tours of church and churchyard with updated leaflets.Sunday 9th June, 10.30am - Joint Eucharist service all welcome.Thursday 13th June, 10am - Said Service followed by refreshments. All welcome.

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St Peter, Llanwenarth CitraAbergavenny, NP7 7EPHidden Gem - Ancient churchyard dating back to Celtic times; and unique dole cupboardChurch open daily, 10am – 4:30pmExplore local history, as well as wildlife in the church yard, guides to help available.Informal organ recitals on newly restored organ.Tea and cake on offer.

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Posters to download

Organ and Trumpet Recital

Programme of events

St Tewdric’s, MathernMathern, Chepstow, NP16 6JARefreshments, toilets (in separate building), on road parking, access ramp availableChurch open daily, 10am – 4pmEvents/activitiesHidden Gem - The wooden carved screen behind the Altar, the tower sundial & the bells9th June, 3pm - Come and join a wildlife count in the churchyard (with refreshments)10th & 12th June - Church familiarisation for the local nursery including the use of puppets & music12th June, 7pm - Organ & Trumpet Recital with cheese & wine13th & 14th June, 10am-12pm - Tea & Chat inviting in walkers13th June, 7.30 - bell-ringingHistory Tour available at any time during the week

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Trelleck Grange, ChepstowTrellech Grange, Chepstow, NP16 6QRChurch open daily, 10am – 6pmEvents/activitiesHidden Gem - The oldest Cistercian Chapel still in use in Wales14th – 16th June - flower festival