Speaking ahead of the final weekend of Heritage Open Days, the scheme organised by the Civic Trust for Wales that sees historic buildings that either charge an entry fee or are shut for the rest of the year open free to the public on weekends in September, William Graham AM said:
‘The Heritage Open Days are unique opportunities for visitors to engage with local heritage. I would encourage people to take advantage of the opportunities the occasion presents across Wales this weekend, such as visiting the recently restored St Michael and All Angels Church at Llanfihangel Rogiet in Monmouthshire which dates from the Thirteenth Century.’
The Conservative AM for South Wales East continued:
‘Ranging from Historic Gardens to Museums and Castles to Cider Houses, the Heritage Open Days have had something to offer every visitor and I congratulate the organising team at the Civic Trust for Wales. As part of Open Churches Day last Saturday I visited many churches including St. Jerome’s at Llangwm Uchaf which features a breathtaking rood screen dating from the Fourteenth Century. Open Days such as this offer timely reminders of Gwent’s rich and varied history.’
For more information visit: www.civictrustwales.org and www.ctnw.co.uk
