What do we do

Welcome to the website of The Village Alive Trust, a  listed buildings preservation charity based in rural North Monmouthshire, founded by Rev Dr Jean Prosser MBE in 2004.

The Village Alive Trust is a company limited by guarantee registered in Wales (5148543) and registered with the Charity Commission ( number 1107216).

The Trust is managed entirely by volunteers and running costs are kept to a minimum.

Details of current and past works, as well as useful links to allied organisations, can be accessed on this website. Public access to several of the sites mentioned may be limited as projects have been completed.

This website was upgraded thanks to a grant from Community Green Energy Advisory Group, www.communitygreenenergy.co.uk

Get Involved

Join us in preserving the heritage of Monmouthshire by becoming a part of The Village Alive Trust! As a volunteer or supporter, you’ll contribute to the conservation of historic buildings and community spaces, helping to keep our local history alive for future generations. Whether you’re interested in hands-on restoration, event planning, or community outreach, there are many ways to get involved. Find out how you can make a difference with us!

Current Project

St Teilo's Church

Help us save the historic Grade II* listed St Teilo’s Church in Llanarth for community use! Closed since 2013 due to costly repairs, this rare Gothic-style church is now the focus of a feasibility study led by The Village Alive Trust, working with the Church in Wales. We aim to conserve the building and transform it into a hub for exhibitions, concerts, and community events, while preserving its spiritual heritage. Eco-friendly initiatives like solar panels and sustainable churchyard management are also being explored.

St Teilo’s Church Llanarth from Red90.

News Articles

LLANARTH Village Hall, Llanarth Cricket Club and the Village Alive Trust are combining forces to organise a day of community events on Saturday, December 13th which will offer Christmas entertainment for all ages.

Sunshine, dancing, music and good food at Llanarth V E Day

Llanarth’s 80th Victory in Europe anniversary, held on Saturday 10th May, was a lively community celebration full of music, dancing, and remembrance. Organised by Llanarth Village Hall and the Village Alive Trust, with support from local organisations, the event featured a spirited programme including aerial acrobatics, live music from the Monmouth Lindyhoppers, Abergavenny Borough Band and Uskulele, as well as vintage vehicle displays and children’s activities.

Victory in Europe 80th Anniversary Event to be held at Llanarth

LLANARTH Village Hall, near Raglan and The Village Alive Trust are holding a community celebration on Saturday, May 10th   from 12noon to mark the 80 years of peace in Europe since WWII with music, food, fancy dress and free entry.

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