Abergavenny Collection (page 2)

Train snowed in, Wales in the winter of 1947
A train and locomotive brought to a standstill by snow drifts on the line between Merthyr and Abergavenny following the renewed blizzards of early March during one of the coldest recorded winters in

Dress of the early part of the reign of King Henry VIII, 1509-1520, based on Lady Abergavenny.. She wears a green dress with square collar, lace cuffs on puff sleeves, gold belt and jeweled necklace

Grocers Shop of S. J. Dunsford, Thought to be at Crickhowell
Grocers Shop of S.J. Dunsford, Thought to be at Crickhowell, near Abergavenny, Breconshire, England. Date: 1908

Children Maypole Dancers at Clarence Hall, Crickhowell, near Abergavenny, Brecknockshire, Wales. Date: 1910s

View of farmland with sheep flock grazing in pasture at sunrise, with Sugarloaf and Abergavenny in distance, Cobblers Plain, Monmouthshire, Wales, October

Cooksonia plant fossil C013 / 6542
Cooksonia sp. plant fossil. This extinct plant reproduced by spores rather than seeds. This specimen is from the Eartl Devonian (417-391 million years ago) and was found in Abergavenny

Common Lizard (Zootoca vivipara) adult female, resting on lichen covered rock, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, Wales, March

Abergravenny Castle, Abergravenny i. e. Abergavenny, England
Abergravenny Castle, Abergravenny i.e. Abergavenny, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Abergravenny and Holy Mountain, Abergravenny i. e. Abergaven
Abergravenny and Holy Mountain, Abergravenny i.e. Abergavenny, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Waxcap fungi (Hygrocybe laeta) in grassland which has not been subjected to artificial fertiliser. Photographed in Abergavenny, Wales, in November

Wales / Abergavenny
Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, Wales

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Abergavenny, a town rich in history and natural beauty. Named after the 5th Earl Abergavenny, this charming place has much to offer. From the magnificent Great Crumlin Viaduct that spans an impressive 1700 feet and stands at a height of 200 feet, to the breathtaking Sugar Loaf Mountain that dominates the skyline. Nestled in Glangrwyney village near Crickhowell, Wales, a picturesque destination that captures the essence of both England and Wales. Its quaint streets are filled with Welsh charm while its architecture reflects English influences. In 1828, Abergavenny was proudly known as part of Wales and remains deeply rooted in Welsh heritage. The Great Crumlin Viaduct stands as a testament to its industrial past when it played a vital role on the Newport, Abergavenny, and Hereford Railway. Even royalty has graced this town's presence - Princess Elizabeth herself visited before becoming Queen Elizabeth II. And speaking of notable figures, let's not forget about Lord Abergavenny's Dark Bay Carriage Horse with his loyal terrier companion immortalized on canvas back in 1785. For those seeking tranquility amidst nature's wonders, Neville Court offers solace within its beautiful gardens located right here in Abergravenny (or should we say Abergavenny?), England. But it's not just history and landscapes that define this town; there is also culture aplenty. Take a stroll through The Asylum where Monmouthshire showcases its artistic side or admire Marquess featured in Vanity Fair by renowned caricaturist Ape.