TaffMog - South Wales

West Area 

The Noggin on the 26th June included a short drive for a change. Phil and Lynne, Derek and Jacky, Haydn and Diane, and Denis and Liz met at Pont Abraham Services for a drive via Llandeilo, Talley, and Llansawel to arrive at The Forest Arms at Brechfa for lunch. The four Morgans then enjoyed a pleasant drive through roads that were new to some. The group were were met there by 3 other couples, one in a Morgan and two others in ‘tintops’. It was nice to see Bill and Angie who brought their gorgeous dog as the pub is dog friendly. Kevin and Sarah came on a cross-country route and Phil and Kate, who are Bridgend regulars, also came in their Morgan. The food was enjoyed by all. 

There is a plan to ‘research’ more pubs in the area - a great excuse to get out and enjoy the Morgan and sample some pub food, all in the name of finding more excellent Noggin runs and venues! Watch out for future details.

One surprise for Phil… He was leading the Noggin group and Lynne asked why he was driving so slow! His reply was a short blip of the accelerator. “That'll learn 'er!” ????

Bridgend Area 

The Noggin on Thursday 11th June that met at The Royal Mint was in such atrocious weather that only one Morgan braved the elements. Luckily they were met there by other people who joined to enjoy an extended coffee break as a scenic drive was ruled out. Those that travelled on to Porthcawl picked their own route to meet others who were unable to make the morning, and the usual gossip ensued whilst everyone ate. It was good to see several members that have been unable to attend recently for numerous reasons. 

The Noggin on the 9th July, hopefully in better weather, is being organised by Barry and Lynne Avery and will start from The Costa on A48 near the Coldra Roundabout, Newport. 

Details of future Bridgend Area Noggins are below.

• 13th August - details TBD

• 10th September - Dyffryn Gardens for coffee and Porthcawl for lunch

• 8th October- details TBD

• 12th November- details TBD

• 10th December- details TBD

Usk Area 

A massive number of 24 people attended the Usk Noggin on the 17th June, just about managing to squeeze into the usual meeting room at the Chainbridge Inn to enjoy good food and drinks. Conversation was laden with planned holidays and our trip to Greynog Hall in Powys which was taking part the following week.

As hoped for, the weather for the Greynog Hall trip on the 23rd, 24th and 25th June was great… So great that the words “don’t stop moving, its too hot” and “at least pull over under the shade” were heard more than once. The venue itself was stunning, set in huge grounds that are maintained by a single lady gardener. The fantastic drives around the glorious Welsh countryside and lakes were interspersed with and further enhanced by good food, drink, and company which was enjoyed late into the evenings in the courtyard as the sun slowly dipped behind the hall. Many thanks to Steven for his time in organising such a fantastic trip and the very interesting talk he provided on the history of the building and its notable owners!

The dates for future Usk Noggins are below. All will be held at the Chainbridge Inn (NP15 1PP) starting at 7pm.

• 15th July

• 16th September

• 19th August

• 21st October

• 18th November

• 16th December

Glenda Bragg

Taffmog Centre Scribe

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