community in Torfaen, Wales
A Blaenavon steakhouse so popular it has previously had a three-month waiting list for weekend tables is chasing another major Welsh award ... Show more
Blaenavon father-of-seven caught up in class A drug trade: A father of seven from Blaenavon was involved in the supply of cocaine and cannabis after ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26623977.blaenavon-father-of-seven-caught-class-drug-trade/
Blaenafon cheesemaker shortlisted for Made in Wales award: A cheesemaker has been recognised at a major manufacturing awards ceremony.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26609290.blaenafon-cheesemaker-shortlisted-made-wales-award/
Blaenavon's Heritage Railway hit by fresh vandalism: A heritage railway has been targeted in a fresh act of vandalism.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26578548.blaenavons-heritage-railway-hit-fresh-vandalism/
Pontypool woman died after hitting head at Blaenavon club: Karen Parry, 73, from Pontypool, died from her injuries after she hit her head when she tripped and ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26572018.pontypool-woman-died-hitting-head-blaenavon-club/
Application to reopen Tir Pentwys Quarry Pontypool expected: A plan to reopen Tir Pentwys Quarry, Pontypool was refused in 2016 but new bid expected.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26576760.application-reopen-tir-pentwys-quarry-pontypool-expected/
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Tredegar and Abertillery: A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates involving defendants from Newport, Cwmbran ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26566047.court-newport-cwmbran-tredegar-abertillery/
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Blaenavon, and Chepstow: A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates involving defendants from Newport, Cwmbran ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26556530.court-newport-cwmbran-blaenavon-chepstow/
Bus services diverted during evening Malpas Road closures: Bus services are being diverted during evening road closures on Malpas Road, with disruption affecting ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26556137.bus-services-diverted-evening-malpas-road-closures/
Torfaen councillors discuss response to summer wildfires: Councillors in Torfaen have discussed how they will respond to future wildfires.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26552920.torfaen-councillors-discuss-response-summer-wildfires/
Blaenavon man stalked woman with calls and workplace visits: James Thomas, 34, of Blaenavon, has been sentenced after admitting stalking a woman through repeated ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26544731.blaenavon-man-stalked-woman-calls-workplace-visits/
Blaenavon Town Council by-election candidate set out pitches: There are five candidates looking to win two seats on Blaenavon Town Council.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26532045.blaenavon-town-council-by-election-candidate-set-pitches/
Blaenavon drug dealer admits selling cocaine on day of trial: A Blaenavon man has admitted supplying cocaine after changing his plea to guilty on the day his ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26515554.blaenavon-drug-dealer-admits-selling-cocaine-day-trial/
Blaenavon man accused of rape and strangulation allegations: A Blaenavon man has appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court accused of rape and strangulation
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26509714.blaenavon-man-accused-rape-strangulation-allegations/
‘Wales is burning’, locals reported seeing an intense fire in Blaenavon overnight, while smoke and haze spread through Newport ... Show more
Blaenavon West town council election candidates revealed: Only one political party is putting forward candidates for a local council election.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26485945.blaenavon-west-town-council-election-candidates-revealed/
This scary footage shows the full extent of the wildfires that have been scorching across South Wales for much of Tuesday ... Show more
Whistle Inn, Blaenavon planning application changes made: The Whistle Inn, in Blaenavon has it own railway station.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26472081.whistle-inn-blaenavon-planning-application-changes-made/
South Wales wild fires leave residents struggling to breathe: Firefighters, farmers, volunteers and army personnel have joined forces in a huge community effort ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26472324.south-wales-wild-fires-leave-residents-struggling-breathe/
Watch this heartwarming video of a seven-year-old helping farmers and family members in Blaenavon🫶
Helicopters can be seen in the background as crews continue ... Show more
Wildfire smoke affecting Blaenavon, Abersychan, Cwmbran: Local contractors and farmers are helping tackle the Cwmavon woodland fire near Blaenavon ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26465524.wildfire-smoke-affecting-blaenavon-abersychan-cwmbran/
An incredible but sobering sight 😲🔥
Footage taken from the top of Twmbarlwm today shows all four wildfires that South Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews are ... Show more
Blaenavon wildfire smoke reaches South Wales communities: Smoke from the ongoing peat wildfire in Blaenavon hit residents across South Wales following a change ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26447599.blaenavon-wildfire-smoke-reaches-south-wales-communities/
Blaenavon wildfire tackled with firefighting helicopter: A helicopter has been brought in to tackle a wildfire as crews work to protect nearby homes.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26453916.blaenavon-wildfire-tackled-firefighting-helicopter/
A shift in wind direction is pushing smoke from the 7km Llangynidr reservoir wildfire across parts of South Wales today. Residents in Blaenavon, Brynmawr ... Show more
Blaenavon five-bedroom home listed for offers of £425,000 plus: A detached five-bedroom home in one of Blaenavon's most sought-after locations is listed for ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26441316.blaenavon-five-bedroom-home-listed-offers-425-000-plus/
In court from Newport, Pontypool, Blaenavon, and Caerphilly: A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates for defendants from Newport, Pontypool ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26447166.court-newport-pontypool-blaenavon-caerphilly/
New café opportunity at Blaenavon World Heritage Site: A new business opportunity has opened up at a popular visitor destination.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26447140.new-caf-opportunity-blaenavon-world-heritage-site/
Heartbreaking pictures show scale of devastation as wildfire burns for tenth day: Over half of the land used by farmers has been completely destroyed
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/gallery/heartbreaking-pictures-show-scale-devastation-34367060
"Without urgent climate action, we are fiddling while Wales burns" 🤔🔥🌳 Green Party Senedd Members have spoken out as Wales faces wildfires this ... Show more
Blaenavon businesses and residents donate to wildfire crews: Residents and businesses in Blaenavon have donated and supported crews fighting the mountainside ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26409901.blaenavon-businesses-residents-donate-wildfire-crews/
Key FactsMassive Fire Engulfs Blaenavon Mountain in Wales
Jul 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.co.uk
- The wildfire started Sunday evening at Mynydd Garnclochdy between Abersychan and Blaenavon in southeast Wales.
- More than 40 firefighters are working to contain the fire spanning an area equal to 120 football pitches.
- Residents nearby have been advised to keep windows and doors shut due to heavy smoke.
- Challenging terrain and wind conditions require the use of specialist 4x4 vehicles and quad bikes for firefighting.
Footage show scenes of devastation in Blaenavon after a major wildfire left the landscape scorched and blackened 🚨
The blaze on Mynydd Garnclochdy has been ... Show more
Blaenavon arson patrols after reports of deliberate fires: Arson Reduction teams are patrolling the Blaenavon and Cwmavon areas following reports of further ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26400568.blaenavon-arson-patrols-reports-deliberate-fires/
Blaenavon wildfire: Urgent warning issued by SWFRS: The public are being urged to "think twice" before lighting a fire as crews remain at the scene of ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26421728.blaenavon-wildfire-urgent-warning-issued-swfrs/
Perimeter firebreak for Blaenavon fire 'currently holding': South Wales Fire and Rescue Service has issued an update on the Blaenavon mountainside fire.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26409991.perimeter-firebreak-blaenavon-fire-currently-holding/
National Grid investing in electricity network in Blaenavon: An electricity network upgrade project is under way in Torfaen to improve infrastructure.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26404210.national-grid-investing-electricity-network-blaenavon/
This was the scene in Blaenavon on Wednesday as emergency services worked tirelessly to stop the wildfire.
The smell from the blaze has been noticed up to 30 ... Show more
Blaenavon wildfire crews praised by Torfaen council leader: The fire above Blaenavon has been burning since Sunday with crews working on the mountain.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26401442.blaenavon-wildfire-crews-praised-torfaen-council-leader/
Barbecues and fireworks in Blaenavon spark wildfire anger: South Wales Fire and Rescue’s Arson Reduction Teams are patrolling Blaenavon and surrounding upland ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26404099.barbecues-fireworks-blaenavon-spark-wildfire-anger/
Wildfires 'crisis management' plan activated by Welsh Government as helicopter support plea grows
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/wildfires-crisis-management-plan-activated-34336226
Scorched earth and thick smoke from fire the size of 300 football pitches: Communities across south Wales continue to be able to smell smoke as a result of a ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/gallery/devastating-images-show-scorched-earth-34335842
Will helicopters be used to tackle Blaenavon wildfire?: Will helicopters be used to tackle Blaenavon wildfire that has been burning since Sunday evening, July 19 ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26400641.will-helicopters-used-tackle-blaenavon-wildfire/
Three-vehicle crash closes Cwmavon Road near Blaenavon: A three-vehicle crash closed a road as police responded at the scene.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26300223.three-vehicle-crash-closes-cwmavon-road-near-blaenavon/
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews are continuing to tackle a significant wildfire in Blaenavon which now covers more than 200 hectares and has a ... Show more
Crash forces Valleys road to close - live traffic updates: Emergency services remain at the scene of a crash near Blaenavon on Monday evening
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/crash-forces-valleys-road-close-34323935
LIVE - Crash closes Cwmavon Road near Keepers Cottage: Cwmavon Road is closed near Keeper's Cottage in Blaenavon Police are on scene dealing with a crash ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26296471.live---crash-closes-cwmavon-road-near-keepers-cottage/
Firefighting effort underway after Cwmavon Gwent wildfire: Firefighters have been tackling a blaze for more than 16 hours as crews continue to battle a stubborn ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26294659.firefighting-effort-underway-cwmavon-gwent-wildfire/
Blaenavon road will close next week for up to a week: A road will close next week for up to a week to allow investigation work and repairs.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26289530.blaenavon-road-will-close-next-week-week/
Man's body, 22, found on Keeper's Pond at Blaenavon: A 22-year-old man has died following a medical emergency at Keeper's Pond in Blaenavon.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26264361.mans-body-22-found-keepers-pond-abergavenny/
Blaenavon man ignored restraining order by sending letter: Shane Kennedy, 38, of Blaenavon, ignored a restraining order and contacted a woman by sending her a ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26267886.blaenavon-man-ignored-restraining-order-sending-letter/
Gwent towns miss out on UK Town of Culture shortlist: There's still plenty going on say Gwent towns that have missed out on UK Culture title.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26271370.gwent-towns-miss-uk-town-culture-shortlist/
Blaenavon woodland fire: crews tackle large blaze: Fire crews tackle a large woodland blaze near Llanover Road, Blaenavon as incident remains ongoing
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26270537.blaenavon-woodland-fire-crews-tackle-large-blaze/
Abergavenny road is being closed by 'moving mountain': A mountain is on the move, and it’s taking a road with it.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26263915.abergavenny-road-closed-moving-mountain/
Blaenavon man had a katana sword at a Cwmbran house: A Blaenavon man has admitted possessing a katana sword and using threatening behaviour
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26228864.blaenavon-man-katana-sword-cwmbran-house/
Blaenavon man caught speeding near Cardiff Garden Centre: A Blaenavon man has been disqualified from driving after being caught speeding Cardiff Garden Centre
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26229290.blaenavon-man-caught-speeding-near-cardiff-garden-centre/
Plans to convert Blaenavon home to residential care home: Plans have been submitted to turn a residential property into a small children’s care home ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26214325.plans-convert-blaenavon-home-residential-care-home/
How Blaenavon's Big Pit became an iconic free museum: A former coal mine has attracted more than three million visitors since opening as a museum.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26207198.blaenavons-big-pit-became-iconic-free-museum/
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Blaenavon and Chepstow: In court from Newport, Tredegar, Blaenavon and Chepstow
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26189281.court-newport-tredegar-blaenavon-chepstow/
Blaenavon Male Voice Choir performs at Royal Albert Hall: Blaenavon Male Voice Choir has performed at the Royal Albert Hall as part of the London Welsh Festival ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26190946.blaenavon-male-voice-choir-performs-royal-albert-hall/
Blaenavon Big Pit guide honoured for service by royal invite: A special invite led to a day of royal celebration in recognition of a woman's efforts to ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26160347.blaenavon-big-pit-guide-honoured-service-royal-invite/
Council considering options on Blaenavon Arthur Jenkins home: The Arthur Jenkins care home in Blaenavon closed in November 2025.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26159123.council-considering-options-blaenavon-arthur-jenkins-home/
Queen Victoria Inn, Blaenavon new use approved by council: The former pub is in the centre of Blaenavon which is a World Heritage site.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26151220.queen-victoria-inn-blaenavon-new-use-approved-council/
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Caerphilly and Blaenavon: In court from Newport, Abertillery, Caerphilly and Blaenavon
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26149908.court-newport-abertillery-caerphilly-blaenavon/
Ty Mawr Blaenavon condition report expected 'imminently': The listed mansion, Ty Mawr, in Blaenavon is showing 'worrying signs of deterioration'
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26143508.ty-mawr-blaenavon-condition-report-expected-imminently/
A ranger could be recruited to help tackle wandering sheep in a Welsh town almost three years after the concept of appointing a shepherd was turned down ... Show more
Four-bedroom terraced house with garage on sale for £160,000: A four-bedroom terraced house with a basement and garage on Cwmavon Road, Blaenavon ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26138275.four-bedroom-terraced-house-garage-sale-160-000/
Gwent Police up patrols at Garn Lakes near Blaenavon: Gwent Police have been out on patrol today around Garn Lakes in Blaenavon following reports of wildlife ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26135284.gwent-police-patrols-garn-lakes-near-blaenavon/
Foster carers in Cwmbran and Blaenavon commended at event: Foster carers in Torfaen have been recognised for their dedication and support of vulnerable children.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26111965.foster-carers-cwmbran-blaenavon-commended-event/
Big Pit in Blaenavon named best free day out in Wales: A national coal museum has been named the best free family day out in Wales.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26096778.big-pit-blaenavon-named-best-free-day-wales/
Car seized by police in Blaenavon after dangerous driving: Gwent Police have seized a vehicle in the Torfaen area after it was reported driving dangerously ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26100041.car-seized-police-blaenavon-dangerous-driving/
In court from Newport, Blaina, Blackwood and Blaenavon: In court from Newport, Blaina, Blackwood and Blaenavon
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26088333.court-newport-blaina-blackwood-blaenavon/
Morris dancers celebrate start of May Day at Keeper's Pond: Isca Morris were at Keeper's Pond, near Blaenavon, for a May Morning celebration on May 1.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26079959.morris-dancers-celebrate-start-may-day-keepers-pond/
Shepherd huts plan for Whistle Inn campsite at Blaenavon: The pub has seen a turnaround in its fortunes in recent years
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26076790.shepherd-huts-plan-whistle-inn-campsite-blaenavon/
Police engage with Blaenavon residents after concerns raised: Gwent Police have carried out patrols in the Garn Lakes and Blaenavon areas in response to concerns ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26061693.police-engage-blaenavon-residents-concerns-raised/
Heritage Plaice Blaenavon - A go-to chip shop for dinner: Lots of choice, good service, and glowing reviews - Heritage Plaice in Blaenavon is a chip shop making ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/26052183.heritage-plaice-blaenavon---go-to-chip-shop-dinner/
Fugitive found hiding in garden box: The 32-year-old from Blaenavon had fled from police
walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/fugitive-found-hiding-garden-box-33824932
