IT HAS taken volunteers hundreds of hours and over five years to bring to life, but now, the Usk Tapestry Project is finally complete.

The initiative began as a vision of the late Margaret Turner, a talented needle-crafter whose idea was to capture the beauty of Usk and its countryside.

Sadly, she died before the design was first unveiled. But sixteen volunteers, led by the Usk Tapestry Committee, used their needlework skills to complete the vibrant work, which measures nine foot six by six foot.

The design, by Llangybi artist Susie Martin, features the town’s river, castle and a variety of wildlife.

The volunteers worked under the guidance of Sarah Windrum, who acted as stitching supervisor.

The Usk Tapestry can be viewed at 28 Bridge Street, Usk, between 11am and 3pm during the Usk Winter Festival on December 6 and 7.