Here are some internet links and businesses you might find interesting:

Highly recommended, all my framing is done in Victoria Gallery.
For artists and art related businesses:Aartworld is a great site.
For a great local music venue:TORFAEN JAZZwww.torfaenjazz.org.uk The Bush Inn Upper Cwmbran For a real welcom,live music and food
www.thebushinn.org.ukThe Star Inn Mamhilad
Newly reopened beautiful,cosy and friendly
live music/jazz etc,[ soon on a Sundayevening]