The Met, originally known as the Metropole Theatre and Dance Hall, has had a significant role in the history of Abertillery, and for over 100 years has been recognised as a local centre to the community.In the 1920s Abertillery was the second largest town in Monmouthshire, second only to Newport. At this time its population was an incredible 40,000 due to the expansion of the coal mining industry. The rowth meant new houses and shops were built and most importantly a new Market Hall – The Metropole – commissioned.

Address: Suzanne Allen, Manager, Metropole Cultural and Conference Centre, Mitre Street,Abertillery, Blaenau Gwent, NP13 1AL
Telephone: 01495 322510
Website: http://www.the-met.co.uk/