The event will be opened on the Friday evening with a dinner in the recently refurbished Inn at Penallt that will be followed by a talk by a renowned speaker with a deep knowledge of the art of the natural world. Tickets at £35 for this event are limited and will be on sale from Jill Bourchier 01600 775327.

Fine art exhibition – 10am – 4.30pm Sat 6th & Sun 7th October – Capel Pentwyn, Penallt NP25 4SE

Free Entry. The beautifully converted Capel Pentwyn in the centre of Penallt will once again be transformed into an art gallery for two days. There will be a stunning exhibition of work for sale by well-established local and national artists and makers. Those interested in exhibiting should get in touch with Cathy Farber. Tel: 01600 860476

Meet the artists – 5pm – 6pm Sat 6th October – Capel Pentwyn, Penallt NP25 4SE

An opportunity for all to meet and talk with the exhibiting artists over a glass of wine (or fruit juice) in the beautiful Capel Pentwyn. Free entry.

Artist in Residence – Throughout the weekend there will be an artist in residence recording the event and those who visit it as well as other on-site activities for younger visitors.

Art Boot sale – 10am- 4.30pm Sunday 2nd October – Babington Meadow, Penallt NP25 4SE

Last year saw the first ever art boot sale in this part of the world. It was a really successful event and is sure to be again. This will be fun. Babington Meadow, alongside Capel Pentwyn, is a stunning setting for an ‘Art in the Park’ event. Exhibitors and artists alike may need to raid the attic to find those (possibly) priceless paintings and objêts d’art to put on display in a real car-boot style setting.

Pitches for stalls must be booked in advance as space is limited (a booking form can be downloaded here). A marquee will also be available on the site for those worried about the weather. For general enquiries and booking pitches contact Alastair Robertson (01600 715781)

The proceeds from the event will go to Babington Meadow and the Gwent Wildlife Trust.