24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Things to do in Gwent this weekend
Seven Wonders: The Spirit of Fleetwood Mac at the Blackwood Miners' Institute
On Saturday, April 26, the Blackwood Miners' Institute will host Seven Wonders: The Spirit of Fleetwood Mac at 7:30pm.
This seven-piece band pays tribute to Fleetwood Mac, covering all eras of the band's music.
Attendees can expect to hear classics such as Go Your Own Way, The Chain, and Dreams.
Tickets for the event are priced at £25.
The band has been praised as "the best tribute" and promises an evening of singing and dancing for all Fleetwood Mac fans.
150th anniversary of the Victorian refurbishment of St Cadoc's Church in Llangattock-Vibon-Avel
Also on April 26, and on Sunday, April 27, the 150th anniversary of the Victorian refurbishment of St Cadoc's Church in Llangattock-Vibon-Avel will be celebrated.
Visitors can drop in between 9am and 5pm to explore the church's history and see the restoration work on the pipe organ.
The church is home to stained glass by three Victorian makers and the burial place of C.S. Rolls, the founder of Rolls Royce.
Visitors are encouraged to bring music to play on the organ, with no prior experience required.
April Taproom Party at the Hive Mind Mead & Brew Co
On April 26, an April Taproom Party will be held at the Hive Mind Mead & Brew Co.
The event will feature a performance by Velvet Man God and food by Welsh burger legends Hills Brecon.
The party will start at 5.30pm, with food served from 6pm and music from 7.45pm.
Entry is free, but attendees are asked to book a ticket to ensure enough food is prepared.
Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run at Parc Bryn Bach
On Sunday, April 27, the Hospice of the Valleys Six Mile Race and Junior One Mile Run will take place at Parc Bryn Bach.
The event is open to runners of all abilities, with the six-mile race open to those aged 17 and over, and the one-mile run for children aged 4 to 16.
The race will take place in the scenic grounds of Parc Bryn Bach.
Classic car show at Chepstow Racecourse
Also on April 27, the Chepstow Classic Car Show will be held at Chepstow Racecourse.
The event will run from 10am to 3pm and will feature a range of vintage cars, as well as an auto jumble and collector's fair.
Public admission is £5, with free entry for those under 16 when accompanied by an adult.
Classic car owners can book their cars into the show for free.
