"Welcome," said my eldest, "to Monmouth." It was our first visit.
My kids grinned at my amazement. As we stepped through the archway on Monnow Bridge, up led a long high street which twisted and turned out of sight.
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The sun shone brightly on this shopping paradise, a town of tearooms and cafes, and a retail heaven of clothes shops. Here's a few big names: Following photos Roo Copyright 2013
Something really extraordinary seemed to be happening inside this normal little town. It was so exciting. So alluring. The intoxicating, heady mix of independent and big chain names - offering something for everyone. I longed to know what Monmouth's big secret was, but knew better than to ask - as it would risk it all just disappearing in a puff of smoke - nothing more than a mirage in the desert of life. Even the kids were happy, setting up base camp in The Works and refusing to budge!
Except to venture to Greggs and back for some yummy treats!
Then there was the bookshops, foodie shops, kitchen shop (for my youngest a chef-in-training!), the shopparama just goes on and on and on.........and to be truly honest, shopping in Monmouth just gets better and better and better!
From the first visit in Monmouth, as the late afternoon sun hung low in the sky as we made our way back to the car, I knew I was hooked on marvellous Monmouth...so much so this convert even moved here!...until next time dear bloggers Roo
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