The Horseshoe Inn, Mamhilad HIDDEN away in the country lanes near Mamhilad is the wonderful Horseshoe Inn. Discovering the inn, with its old world charm and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, you feel as if you've stumbled upon a secret that
TAKING on-road ability and off-road agility to new heights is Mitsubishi's latest addition to its highly acclaimed range of 4x4 vehicles - the new Shogun Field. Truly outstanding in its class, this special edition model combines all the qualities of comfort
AN ARSON probe is under way after a fierce fire destroyed a large warehouse in Newport last night. Police say youths were spotted acting suspiciously at the scene of the blaze in the disused Robert Price Merchant Builders warehouse on Rodney Road, Maindee
IT'S one of the most eagerly anticipated films of the year and for once it's worth all the hype. Arnie's back for his third outing in a worthy addition to the two other films in the series. There is nothing that particularly marks it out from the previous
THE Land Rover, originally built in 1948 and known since 1990 as the Land Rover Defender, has been named the greatest car of all time by BBC TV's Top Gear. Top Gear viewers were asked to vote by telephone for nine vehicles short-listed by the show's team
NEWPORT council tur-ned down a plea to pledge cash from a special £9m pot to rebuild dilapidated Durham Road schools, a meeting of the authority heard. Instead, the wait to replace the sub-standard buildings will go on as the council hopes to seal a deal
WEAK they aren't bad enough to be mean. Put some edge in your cruising attitude with the Mean Streak. A low-down, powerful street fighter that is part sports bike, part cruiser and all mean. Part of this aggressive attitude comes from a fuel-injected,
A GRAND Day Out, A Close Shave, The Wrong Trousers ... Kangoo-matic? Wallace and Gromit's Oscar hits and most popular films are well known by their adoring public but fans have a surprise in store next time they visit the cinema thanks to Renault. Throughout
NEWPORT County's five new directors today begin reorganising the club's six-figure debt as they seek to release more funds for boss Peter Nicholas' transfer kitty. The quintet of high-profile Newport businessmen were finally co-opted on to the board of
AS cars in films go, the three minis used for the epic getaway sequence in The Italian Job must rank amongst the coolest. Well, not content with pinching the old Mini's styling and street cred, BMW's new MINI is after its predecessor's place in the limelight
THE SUPERCLUB scene may have faded since its mid-90s heyday, but the legacy of dance festivals it left behind is as strong as ever. And Wales' biggest dance club is once again hosting Wales' biggest dance festival. Escape Into The Park 2003 will be the
Although SEAT have assiduously cultivated a sporting reputation, cars like the Ibiza 1.4TDi diesel make up most of their sales. POSITIONING yourself as a manufacturer of dynamic sporty vehicles has many advantages. Not only do you get to leather the expense
Hyundai Accent THERE'S more to modern small cars than meets the eye. Break out the tape measure and you'll find that many of them aren't actually that small at all. Take Hyundai's latest Accent for example. Although it wears a Fiesta sized price tag,
TAKING on-road ability and off-road agility to new heights is Mitsubishi's latest addition to its highly acclaimed range of 4x4 vehicles - the new Shogun Field. Truly outstanding in its class, this special edition model combines all the qualities of comfort
THEIR sound is brash and vibrant but it's what they want to hear in the Valleys, explains songwriter Luke Davies. Monday Nite Drinker, which began life as a young trio under the name of Nexus, has now been expanded to a line-up of six for which Luke Davies
Mercedes SL600 IF logic had a great deal to do with the product planning process, the Mercedes SL600 would never have lumbered from the drawing board. When you've already got one 5.5-litre 500bhp SL model that accelerates to 60mph in 4.5 seconds and on
THE Land Rover, originally built in 1948 and known since 1990 as the Land Rover Defender, has been named the greatest car of all time by BBC TV's Top Gear. Top Gear viewers were asked to vote by telephone for nine vehicles short-listed by the show's team
In an attempt to tap into a youthful market, Peugeot think they've found the right partner with Quiksilver, the surf and snowboard apparel manufacturer. The latest 206 Quiksilver models are well worth a look, even if the only board you ever get to grips
WELSH semi-pro boss Tomi Morgan last night held out an olive branch to Newport County favourite Garry Shephard. The prolific Exiles striker stormed out early from Wales' final Home Nations Championship match with the Republic of Ireland at Haverfordwest's
Ford Fusion 1.4 Durashift EST WHEN it comes to cars for the urban jungle there can be few better candidates than the Ford Fusion Durashift. Here is a vehicle that's in its element in the sort of traffic that would reduce a Gregorian monk to wheel-thumping
A GWENT community's fight to save its local pub looks to have failed, after councillors agreed not to stop the Red Hart at Llanfapley calling last orders. Licensees James and Jean Sharp closed the Red Hart last October - although objectors to the closure
THE NEW group set to take over Pontypool Rugby Club have moved quickly to cement their position by virtually completing the signing of their squad for this season. The Welsh Rugby Union, though yet to officially ratify the new consortium, have virtually
DRIVER safety and risk management specialists Peak Performance Management (PPM) have compiled a list identifying the top ten driving faults in the UK, based on the real life experiences of corporate clients over the past 13 years. You might be surprised
AS cars in films go, the three minis used for the epic getaway sequence in The Italian Job must rank amongst the coolest. Well, not content with pinching the old Mini's styling and street cred, BMW's new MINI is after its predecessor's place in the limelight
THE Gold Wing is beautifully equipped for cruising long distances with the reputation of being the gentle giant that is as powerful as it is smooth. And behind that smoothness - is the power. An almighty 'super-six' powerhouse that seta new standards
STAFF at Torfaen council are being urged to share lifts to work in a bid to cut congestion and pollution. The council has started a 'Car2Share' database for staff working at Cwmbran's County Hall and Pontypool's civic centre, and the scheme is already
PONTYPOOL'S Llandegfedd reservoir is a Mecca for watersports enthusiasts from all over Wales, who visit for the calm waters and good sailing conditions. Llandegfedd is the largest body of inland water in South Wales, and its 434 acres is ideal for sailing
The Market - Just because you need a small car, there's no reason why it can't be almost as versatile as a larger one. Such is the concept behind the Supermini-sized MPV People Carrier. It's easy to get this category confused with that of Renault Scenic
CRUMBLING council homes in Monmouthshire could be transferred out of the local authority's responsibility - but tenants will be balloted first, housing chiefs say. In June we revealed that Monmouthshire council was facing a cash crisis in its housing
THE world's smallest GPS electronic driving aid, the micro RoadPilot, is now available from Morpheous, the country's most innovative road safety technology company. Compact, top-value and easy to use, this essential aid for modern drivers protects lives
Nissan banished any residual memories of the dull but worthy third generation Primera in the striking shape of the fourth generation car, introduced in 2002. With a number of technological breakthroughs for the medium range class, the Primera was rapidly
THE Gold Wing is beautifully equipped for cruising long distances with the reputation of being the gentle giant that is as powerful as it is smooth. And behind that smoothness - is the power. An almighty 'super-six' powerhouse that seta new standards
THE family of a crash victim are demanding that questions are answered over their son's death in a car accident. And they say they are "disgusted" with a 30 month sentence imposed on a drink driver who admitted causing his death. Nathan Brown, 22, pictured
WALES' walking wounded are well on the way to fitness thanks largely to the work of physio Mark Davies and fitness coach Andrew Hore. The pair have been working flat out in an attempt to get Wales' six injured players back to full fitness in time for
IF you're searching for a used car, reliability, safety and durability are what you want to be sure you'll receive. The latest version of Volvo's Selected Used Car Programme, winner of the 1999 'What Car?' magazine award, gives you peace of mind and makes
A GWENT-wide crack-down on car criminals was launched today - an operation being run in conjunction with our Car Safe campaign. Operation Maple will target known offenders in problem areas and has a prime objective to drive down car crime figures. Statistics
DRIVER safety and risk management specialists Peak Performance Management (PPM) have compiled a list identifying the top ten driving faults in the UK, based on the real life experiences of corporate clients over the past 13 years. You might be surprised
A POPULAR locum GP whose departure from a practice in the Valleys provoked a wave of protest among patients has launched a stinging attack on health bosses. Speaking for the first time, Abertillery locum Dr George Skea, pictured, says he believes he has
SPED on her way by a rousing cheer from her crew, HMS Severn, Newport's twinned ship, yesterday joined the Fleet. But, in the best tradition of the Senior Service which favours audacity and an attacking spirit, Severn had already cheekily poked her bows
NISSAN will underline its leading role in Europe's growing 4x4 market at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Among the star attractions will be a bold concept car, called Dunehawk, which hints at a future SUV direction for Nissan. Dunehawk is
In an attempt to tap into a youthful market, Peugeot think they've found the right partner with Quiksilver, the surf and snowboard apparel manufacturer. The latest 206 Quiksilver models are well worth a look, even if the only board you ever get to grips
Although SEAT have assiduously cultivated a sporting reputation, cars like the Ibiza 1.4TDi diesel make up most of their sales. POSITIONING yourself as a manufacturer of dynamic sporty vehicles has many advantages. Not only do you get to leather the expense
THE world's smallest GPS electronic driving aid, the micro RoadPilot, is now available from Morpheous, the country's most innovative road safety technology company. Compact, top-value and easy to use, this essential aid for modern drivers protects lives
THE family of a crash victim are demanding that questions are answered over their son's death in a car accident. And they say they are "disgusted" with a 30 month sentence imposed on a drink driver who admitted causing his death. Nathan Brown, 22, pictured
Hyundai Accent THERE'S more to modern small cars than meets the eye. Break out the tape measure and you'll find that many of them aren't actually that small at all. Take Hyundai's latest Accent for example. Although it wears a Fiesta sized price tag,
The Market - Just because you need a small car, there's no reason why it can't be almost as versatile as a larger one. Such is the concept behind the Supermini-sized MPV People Carrier. It's easy to get this category confused with that of Renault Scenic
Mercedes SL600 IF logic had a great deal to do with the product planning process, the Mercedes SL600 would never have lumbered from the drawing board. When you've already got one 5.5-litre 500bhp SL model that accelerates to 60mph in 4.5 seconds and on
Skoda Fabia 1.4 TDi PD WHEN it comes to sensible choices in the supermini sector, the Skoda Fabia has long ruled the roost. If you appreciate quality, value for money and low running costs, the Fabia package is a tough one to beat, especially if you plump
A GRAND Day Out, A Close Shave, The Wrong Trousers ... Kangoo-matic? Wallace and Gromit's Oscar hits and most popular films are well known by their adoring public but fans have a surprise in store next time they visit the cinema thanks to Renault. Throughout
A MAN lucky to be alive after surviving a 100ft plunge down an abandoned quarry in a jeep where he lay for two days is still recovering in hospital. The 50-year-old from Beaufort, Ebbw Vale, miraculously escaped with minor injuries after his Daihatsu
Citroen C3 1.4 Petrol THE Citroen C3 represents a stylish way into the supermini club. The 1.4-litre petrol versions are some of the most cost effective entry point. At first we were all a little confused by Citroen's C3. Very nice. Big face. Five doors
Ford Fusion 1.4 Durashift EST WHEN it comes to cars for the urban jungle there can be few better candidates than the Ford Fusion Durashift. Here is a vehicle that's in its element in the sort of traffic that would reduce a Gregorian monk to wheel-thumping
Skoda Fabia 1.4 TDi PD WHEN it comes to sensible choices in the supermini sector, the Skoda Fabia has long ruled the roost. If you appreciate quality, value for money and low running costs, the Fabia package is a tough one to beat, especially if you plump
Nissan banished any residual memories of the dull but worthy third generation Primera in the striking shape of the fourth generation car, introduced in 2002. With a number of technological breakthroughs for the medium range class, the Primera was rapidly
Citroen C3 1.4 Petrol THE Citroen C3 represents a stylish way into the supermini club. The 1.4-litre petrol versions are some of the most cost effective entry point. At first we were all a little confused by Citroen's C3. Very nice. Big face. Five doors
IF you're searching for a used car, reliability, safety and durability are what you want to be sure you'll receive. The latest version of Volvo's Selected Used Car Programme, winner of the 1999 'What Car?' magazine award, gives you peace of mind and makes
IT looks as if the fight I've been after, a multi-million dollar clash with Bernard Hopkins or William Joppy, is on the cards at last. I know I've been disappointed before with many proposed major pay-days falling through, but I'm much more confident
WEAK they aren't bad enough to be mean. Put some edge in your cruising attitude with the Mean Streak. A low-down, powerful street fighter that is part sports bike, part cruiser and all mean. Part of this aggressive attitude comes from a fuel-injected,
NISSAN will underline its leading role in Europe's growing 4x4 market at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Among the star attractions will be a bold concept car, called Dunehawk, which hints at a future SUV direction for Nissan. Dunehawk is
