Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway’s Ghost Train
Cycled in the dark up the cycle track to see the Ghost Train at Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway. We were really surprised to see the number of ghosts and ghouls there. Everyone had a great time. Sadly no photos, maybe … Continued
Tour Of Britain Cycle Race
The Tour fo Britain Cycle Race came to Blaenavon with the finish at the top of the Keepers – TV called it the Tumble but that part o the mountain is a few miles away but for TV it sounded … Continued
Extracting Honey
The top photo shows a frame of ‘capped’ honey. When the bees have worked the honey to the correct consistency they put a wax capping over the top of each cell in the frame so that it is stored ready … Continued
Wartime Weekend
This annual event was upon us again at the railway. It is always popular and the re-enactors bring it all to life. This year the weather was excellent so the ice cream sold out quickly too! On the Saturday evening … Continued
Jams at the ready
All these redcurrants and gooseberries were picked at our allotment. Too many to make into pies so they are now in pots as jam – ready for the breakfast table to go on guest’s toast. Nothing nicer than homemade on … Continued