These memories are ones recalled by the villagers of Llanhennock, a small hamlet high on the hill above the River Usk a few miles from the Roman town of Caerleon.

Llanhennock has been home to some famous families, the best known were the Mackworths whose ancestry dates to the reign of Henry VII.

Residents will tell this story past and present, some who were born here, others who have seen sixty years or more pass since first being introduced to this green and special place.

All those we spoke to looked back with nostalgia and were more than happy to share with us their memories.

The heart of their world were the people, and as in any village this is still the case.

We have been privileged to talk to many people who have delighted us with their stories, we hope you will be as enchanted with them as we have been.

I am indebted to:
- Ron Smith who has wielded the microphone with skill enabling the friends and residents to tell their stories, and who has been invaluable in taking and copying the photographs;
- Bill Hoskins who as the oldest resident kindly gave his time and whose story got me interested in this project to begin with; and
- John and Doreen Trickey for their interest in this project, for providing photographs and introductions to other people and for their patience in waiting for this to emerge in a format everyone has access to.

There are others, too, who have given their time and energy in response to my letters - and everyone will be acknowledged as the story unfolds.

Sheila Badham, December 2003