News

Transporting Waste

Published: 25 Feb 26

The community council has been asked to support a national campaign to reduce fly tipping. If you transport waste as part of your business, you must be a registered waste carrier. See the linked page for more information. Read More...

Footbridge Closures update

Published: 25 Feb 26

The county council has updated the community council on footbridge closures over the Trothy. Read More...

Community Council Meeting

Published: 25 Feb 26

The next meeting of Whitecastle Community Council will be at Penrhos Church at 7.00 pm on 9 April 2026. Residents of Whitecastle Community are warmly welcomed to this meeting. Please contact the Clerk if you wish to access the meeting remotely. An agenda for the meeting will be published nearer to the date of the meeting. Read More...

MCC BUDGET CONSULTATION SUMMARY

Published: 25 Feb 26

Monmouthshire County Council has published a summary of the budget consultation which has shaped its budget for 2026/27 Read More...

Dementia Friendly Sessions

Published: 24 Feb 26

Pubtopia are running two Dementia Friendly Sessions in March and April. This has been supported by GAVO - The Gwent Association of Voluntary Organisations. Read More...

Pubtopia Creative Workshops

Published: 24 Feb 26

Pubtopia CIC, in partnership with The Halfway, Tal-y-Coed, is running subsidised Saturday creative workshops to support wellbeing and reduce isolation. Sessions (February–April) include glass, ceramics, and felt-making, with no experience needed and all materials provided. Go to the linked page for more details. Read More...

A public notice about an unsafe monument.

Published: 23 Feb 26

Whitecastle Community Council is responsible for the churchyard at St Michael's Church, Llanvihangel-ystern-llewern. Following a recent inspection one of the gravestones was found to be in an unsafe condition. See the linked page for full details. Read More...

Road Closure in Llantilio Crossenny village

Published: 23 Feb 26

Monmouthshire County Council intends to temporarily close sections of the R43 through Llantilio Crossenny for BT Openreach works. The closures will operate 9–13 March 2026, 09:30–15:30, in two phases: 9–11 March: R43 from the B4233 junction for ~375m. 12–13 March: R43 from the R42 junction to Penrhos Farm for ~292m. Reasonable access will be maintained for fronting properties, and a signed diversion via the R42 and B4233 will be in place. See the linked page for details. Read More...

A public notice about an unsafe monument.

Published: 23 Feb 26

Whitecastle Community Council is responsible for the closed part of the churchyard at St Cadoc's Church, Llangattock Vibon Avel. Following a recent inspection, one of the gravestones was found to be in an unsafe condition. See the linked page for full details. Read More...

Events at the Grange Project

Published: 19 Feb 26

The Grange Project at Grange Farm, Llanvihangel-ystern-llewern is holding a number of events throughout the year which will be of interest to residents. Se the linked page for details. Read More...

Older People

Older People's Commissioner for Wales

Published: 18 Feb 26

The Older People's Commissioner for Wales has published a newsletter which may be of interest to residents. Details are on the linked page. Read More...

Monmouthshire County Council News

Published: 10 Feb 26

Find out the latest news from Monmouthshire County Council for February 2026. Read More...

Road Closure B4233 at The Onen

Published: 10 Feb 26

Monmouthshire County Council will temporarily close a 435m section of the B4233 at The Onen from 23–25 February 2026, between 09:00 and 18:00, to allow MJ Quinn poling works to be carried out safely. A signed diversion will operate via B4347, B4521, A40 and B4233, with reasonable access maintained for nearby properties. Read More...

Monmouthshire NORTH Neighbourhood POLICING TEAM

Published: 10 Feb 26

In January 2026, Llantilio Crossenny ward (Skenfrith and Whitecastle) recorded reports of a suspicious vehicle (not located), a road traffic collision involving a vehicle hitting a garden wall, suspected poaching at The Rolls of Monmouth Golf Club (under investigation), and highway disruption outside Llangattock. See the linked page for the full report. Read More...

Road Closures in Llanvihangel-ystern-llewern ward

Published: 22 Jan 26

Road Closures in Llanvihangel-ystern-llewern ward Pant Lane: approx. 1.65 km from the B4233 Llanvihangel Church Road: approx. 0.60 km from Pant Lane. From 2 February 2026, expected to finish by 19 February 2026 09:30–15:30 daily Read More...

Damaged road signs reported by the Community Council

Published: 19 Jan 26

The Community Council has reported three damaged signs in Newcastle following a report from the ward councillor. Read More...

Community Litter-Picking Kits – Opportunity for Local Groups

Published: 8 Jan 26

Monmouthshire County Council is exploring a new initiative to support local communities to take quick action when litter becomes a problem. It has been suggested making small litter-picking kits available within villages and neighbourhoods, so residents can easily do a short litter pick if they notice an issue. Find out more on the linked page. Please contact the Clerk if you want to go ahead. Read More...

Potholes in Llantilio

Published: 6 Jan 26

Residents who are concerned about potholes can report them on the County Council website. The system is as easy as booking a slot at a waste transfer station, See the linked page for a map of the potholes recently reported in Llantilio. The Community Council has also contacted the highways department to seek a more permanent solution to the problem in the village Read More...

New Planning Applications

Published: 6 Jan 26

The Community Council has been consulted on two new planning applications in The Hendre and Penrhos. Details can be found on the Planning page of this website. Residents can comment online or via the Community Council. Read More...

Gwent Police Neighbourhood Matters

Published: 19 Dec 25

Gwent Police has asked the Community Council to make residents aware of a new two-way community messaging and engagement service. Go to the linked page for more details . Read More...

Public Access Defibrillators: A Guide for Communities

Published: 1 Dec 25

Resuscitation Council UK (RCUK), an organisation specialising in resuscitation, has published the guide ‘Public access defibrillators: A guide for communities’. Whitecastle Community Council are in partnership with the Village Life Community Project who maintain a network of defibrillators in Whitecastle Community and also in Skenfrith. Details of the guide can be found on the linked page. Read More...

Health Board Urges Residents to Check on Vulnerable Neighbours

Published: 19 Nov 25

With temperatures set to plunge across South Wales this week, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is urging residents to check in on vulnerable members of their community – warning that these simple acts of kindness could save lives. Read More...

Flood Information - Quick Reference Guide

Published: 12 Oct 25

As we move into Autumn and the return of wetter weather, Monmouthshire County Council has asked the Community Council to share some general information and advice about flooding with residents. Read More...

The Village Life Project is moving forward!

Published: 2 Oct 25

The Village Life Project (VLP) in partnership with Whitecastle and Skenfrith Community Councils provides defibrillator installation & CPR Training. Find out more on the linked page. Read More...

Publication of audited accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025 - Delay

Published: 30 Sep 25

Whitecastle Community Council has published its 2024–25 accounting statements as required by Regulation 15(5). The audit is ongoing, and the Auditor General’s report and opinion will be added once completed. Read More...

Speed Limits Changes in Rockfield and St Maughans

Published: 10 Sep 25

The county council has approved speed limits changes in Rockfield and St Maughans which will take effect in the coming weeks. Details of the changes can be found on the lineked page. changes : Read More...

Managing local flood risk in Monmouthshire

Published: 8 Sep 25

Monmouthshire County Council is currently running a public consultation to gather views on its draft Local Flood Risk Management Strategy. More details on the linked page. Read More...

Pick up after your dog

Published: 2 Sep 25

Monmouthshire County Council has asked the community council to remind residents of the importance of picking up after your dog. More information is available on the linked page. Read More...

Gwent Health Guide

Published: 31 Jul 25

Gwent Health Guide - an online tool designed to assist the residents of Gwent in navigating the complexities of the local healthcare system. More details can be found on the linked page. Read More...

Footbridge Closures continue

Published: 6 Jun 25

The council has been consulted on the continued closure of three bridges over the Trothy. Residents are invited to contact the council with their views. More details on the linked page. Read More...

Audit notice

Published: 4 Jun 25

Notice of appointment of the date for the exercise of electors’ rights. See the linked page to read the notice. Read More...

Planning applications and Biodiversity

Published: 6 May 25

The council is consulted about every planning application in the community. All planning applications must show how the development creates a net benefit for biodiversity. Guidance from Welsh Government on how to do this has been published and is shown on the linked page Read More...

New bench in Churchyard

Published: 19 Apr 25

The community council is delighted to provide a new bench for visitors to Llangattock Vibon Avel Churchyard. Read More...

Dog Control

Published: 10 Apr 25

The Monmouthshire County Council (Dog Control) Public Spaces Protection Order 2024, introduces five key restrictions to manage dog behaviour in public spaces. Find out more on the linked page. Read More...

Llantilio Crossenny Womens Institute

Published: 17 Jan 25

Llantilio Crossenny Womens Institute has announced its 2025 program of events. See the linked page for details. Read More...

Llantilio Crossenny Church

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given Llantilio Crossenny Church £500 towards Churchyard maintenance, car park and toilets for visitors Read More...

Llanvihangel Ystern Llewern Church

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given Llanvihangel Ystern Llewern Church £250 towards the provision of toilets for visitors and walkers on Offa's Dyke Read More...

Penrhos Church

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given Penrhos Church £250 towards Churchyard maintenance. Read More...

Rockfield Church

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given Rockfield Church £250 towards Churchyard maintenance. Read More...

St Maughans Church

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given St Maughans Church £500 towards the maintenance of St Maughans and Llangattock Vibon Avel (New part) churchyards. Read More...

The Village Life Community Project

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given £1,000 to The Village Life Community Project to support its work in managing its network of defibrillators in Whitecastle community. Read More...

Llantilio Crossenny Womens Institute

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given a grant of £250 to Llantilio Crossenny Women's Institute to support its work in the community. Read More...

Llanvapley and District Gardening Club

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given a grant of £250 to Llanvapley and District Gardening Club to support its work in the community. Read More...

Air Ambulance Wales

Published: 10 Nov 24

The Community Council has given a donation of £250 to Air Ambulance Wales support its work for the community and visitors to the area. Read More...

The Village Alive Trust

Published: 5 Nov 24

The community council is delighted to support the work of he Village Alive Trust. The trust is currently working on the restoration of Llanarth Church. Find out more on the linked page. Read More...

Do you know where your waste is going?

Published: 30 Sep 24

The community council has been asked to support a national campaign to reduce fly tipping. Always check that the person taking away your waste has a waste carrier license. See the linked page for more information. Read More...

Dropping off donations responsibily

Published: 30 Sep 24

The community council has been asked to support a national campaign to reduce fly tipping. Please do not leave pre-loved items outside charity shops when they are closed. See the linked page for more information. Read More...

New bench in Churchyard

Published: 18 Sep 24

The council is pleased to announce that a new bench has been installed in Llanvihangel-ystern-llewern churchyard. The council would like to thank members of the Jubilee Group for funding and completing this project Read More...

Llanvihangel Ystern Llewern churchyard

Published: 11 Sep 24

Maintenance work in Llanvihangel Ystern Llewern churchyard is now complete and the route of Offa's Dyke National Trail has been restored. The community council would like to thank Simon Evans of GCC & Plant Hire Ltd and the church committee for their help and support in this matter. Please see the linked page for pictures of the newly restored path around the churchyard. Read More...

Public bench installed in Llantilio Crossenny

Published: 31 Jul 24

Thanks to the work of the Jubilee Group, residents and walkers can now enjoy a comfortable sit down while walking around the village. Read More...

Portrait of His Majesty King Charles III finds a home in Llantilio Crossenny

Published: 22 Jul 24

The community council is delighted that Llantilio Crossenny Church committee has accepted a framed portrait of His Majesty King Charles III from the community council Read More...

Whitecastle Community Council supports a Community Group

Published: 19 Mar 24

Llantilio Crossenny Church Committee is responsible for the maintenance of the churchyard for the benefit of all members of the community. The church committee provides a car park (which is very well used by walkers), seating for visitors and also a toilet which is available for everyone. Find out more on the linked page. Read More...

Monmouthshire Local Nature Recovery Action Plan

Published: 5 Feb 24

The county council is consulting the community council and residents on its Local Nature Recovery Action Plan. Find out more details on the linked page. Read More...

Defibrillators in the community council area

Published: 4 May 23

Did you know there are 10 public access defibrillators in the community council area? Read More...