PEOPLE from community groups and charities were treated to a special meal to celebrate the opening of a new restaurant.

Honourary guests at the meal at the new Brewers Fayre restaurant in Westgate, Abergavenny, included members of Abergavenny Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society, The Umbrella Appeal Children’s Trust and Abergavenny Young Farmers Club.

Guests, who were nominated by residents, were treated to a three-course meal and appearance from special guests Dennis the Menace and Gnasher.

Marcus Ramsdale, general manager at Brewers Fayre Abergavenny, said: “We are thrilled to welcome the worthy members of these commendable organisations to come along and enjoy a meal on us as a thank you for the positive contribution they make to our local community.

"It’s a great way to celebrate the official opening of the new restaurant, which is a great addition to the Abergavenny area, offering excellent value meals in a family-friendly setting."

The restaurant which aims to cater for all the family opened in August this year, creating 40 new jobs in the area.

For more information, visit brewersfayre.co.uk.