Abergavenny is an ancient town that sits in the shadow of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons. Architectural styles from throughout the ages are represented around the town, but landmark buildings include the remains of a medieval castle, a 12th century priory church and Llanfihangel Court, an Elizabethan Manor House that features gorgeous gardens.
2009 marks the 250th anniversary of Scottish poet Robert Burns' birth. Burns was a poet and a lyricist and is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland.
The Burns Supper was started a few years after his death by a group of his friends; they held the supper to honour and remember Burns. The tradition caught on and the ritual of Burns Supper is now held all around the world.
His life and work will be celebrated throughout the year at many Burns-related events.
