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Things To Do Highlights

Usk Rural Life Museum

An independent museum crammed with reminders of Monmouthshire’s rural heritage.

Llanover Garden

A stunning & unique 15 acre historic garden with unusual herbaceous plants, shrubs and trees, a…

Strawberry Cottage Wood (Gabi Horup)

A tranquil and secluded ancient oak woodland, home to stunning woodland flowers, charismatic…

Cute Farm Experience

Private Tailor Made Farm Experiences in Monmouthshire with friendly, cute animals! Private…

St Nicholas Church Trellech

St Nicholas' Church in Trellech is an historic site in the heart of the Wye Valley between Monmouth…

Gwernesney Church Andy Marshall

This diminutive Grade I listed church dates from the 13th century, and is said to house the oldest…

Skenfrith Castle

One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.

St. Issui Partrishow

St. Issui's Church is a medieval church on an old pilgrimage site in the Black Mountains.

Church of St Nicholas Grosmont

St Nicholas' Church in Grosmont is a 13th century parish church of notable size (due to the…

Highfields Farm

This is a garden defined by its plants. There are over 1200 cultivars, with many rarities, densely…

Llanfoist Crossing

The site is a pedestrian and cycle access point to the old Railway Line and by foot to the Iron…

Raglan Castle

Raglan Castle is an impressive fifteenth-century castle built by Sir William ap Thomas and his son…

Llanthony Priory

Priory of Augustinian canons founded early in the twelfth century in the beautiful and secluded…

St Peter's Church

St Peter’s Church is a small country church in a beautiful setting in the Usk valley just outside…

Whitestone Picnic Site

Whitestone lies adjacent to a section of the famous Wye Valley Walk. Visitors to the site can enjoy…

Goodrich castle

Come and relive the turbulent history of Goodrich Castle with our free audio and then climb to the…

Bumble Netti & Dexter in Chepstow Park Woods

Chepstow Park Wood is an old medieval hunting park, created by the Norman lords of Chepstow Castle.

Growing in the Border

'Growing in the Border' is a beautiful garden in the Monnow Valley near Skenfrith offering group…

Shire Hall Monmouth Sunshine

Shire Hall is a former Court of Assizes and Quarter Sessions in the centre of Monmouth, South Wales…

Sugarloaf Vineyard

Welcome to Sugar Loaf Vineyard. Our wines have achieved Quality Status from the European Wine…

Virtuous Well

A medieval well famous for its cures.

Chepstow Castle

Chepstow Castle is a must-visit as the oldest post-Roman stone castle in the UK (with the oldest…

Priory Wood -  (Lowri Watkins)

This stunning ancient woodland offers peace and tranquillity and a wealth of wildlife.

Stunning landscape

The new Visitor Centre at Llandegfedd Reservoir spans beautiful, rolling landscaped countryside.…

Events coming up in Monmouthshire

Monmouth May Fair

Funfair rides in Monmouth.

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9th May 2025-11th May 2025

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16th May 2025-18th May 2025
Medieval Food

Discover what the medieval residents of Chepstow castle would have eaten, especially around feast…

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10th May 2025-11th May 2025
Falcon

Come and see majestic birds in flight at Tintern Abbey.

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10th May 2025-11th May 2025

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9th August 2025-10th August 2025

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11th October 2025-12th October 2025
Machinery at Mathern Mill

Mathern Mill is a 2* listed watermill with much of its Victorian machinery. Find out how the mill…

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10th May 2025-11th May 2025
Glebe House

Visit Glebe House garden.

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10th May 2025-11th May 2025
Mayfest

Celebrate spring at Buckholt Bryngaer with campfire concerts; art workshops; archaeology tours,…

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10th May 2025-11th May 2025
Morris Minor Branch Rally

Come along to Caldicot Castle and see over 230 classic cars, including (of course) many Morris…

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11th May 2025
Walking by the River Wye

Walk The Wye is an annual walking event based in Monmouth raising money for charity.

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11th May 2025
VE Day Monmouth

Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day in Monmouth with a fantastic Street Party!

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11th May 2025
Nant Y Bedd Garden

A series of four workshops examining the different seasons.

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11th May 2025

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8th June 2025

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20th July 2025
Abergavenny Baker Kitchen

Learn how to bake French breads with The Abergavenny Baker. You'll bake rustic fougasse and crusty…

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13th May 2025
View of the Library Garden

This is our annual plant sale to help raise funds for this community garden next to Chepstow Library

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16th May 2025
Chepstow Castle

Learn all about traditional and contemporary bookbinding at Chepstow Castle with bookbinder Kate…

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17th May 2025
Music

Head to Chepstow Castle and listen to medieval music, played on the authetic instruments.

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17th May 2025
Foraging Black Rock

Enjoy a fun day of weaving, foraging and wild food with Gourmet Gatherings at Black Rock Picnic…

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17th May 2025
Bloody Mary

Join Silver Circle Distillery in the heart of the beautiful Wye Valley for the Ultimate Bloody Mary…

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17th May 2025

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15th June 2025
Guided walk Monmouthshire Countryside Access team

On this 7 mile (11.25km) walk you will follow the Honddu River to Pandy before walking a section of…

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17th May 2025
Nelson Gardens

Enjoy five very different gardens on this special Open Gardens event in Monmouth.

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18th May 2025
Fermented pineapple drink tepache

Discover how to make your very own fermented tea drink (kombucha!) at home

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18th May 2025
Abergavenny Baker Kitchen

Learn the fundamental principles of how to bake with yeast, knead dough to develop the gluten, and…

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20th May 2025
Night Market

A great evening of delicious street food and amazing crafts!

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22nd May 2025

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26th June 2025

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24th July 2025

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28th August 2025

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25th September 2025

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23rd October 2025

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27th November 2025
Abergavenny Market

Abergavenny Farmers Market takes place on the 4th Thursday of every month from 9-12pm. This vibrant…

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22nd May 2025

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26th June 2025

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24th July 2025

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28th August 2025

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25th September 2025

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23rd October 2025

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27th November 2025
Image Credit: Chris Athanasiou

Hay Festival Wales 2024 will take place 23rd May - 2nd June 2024 featuring some of the world’s…

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22nd May 2025-1st June 2025
Balter Festival. Photographer - James Bridle

Balter Festival is a full on festival experience, expect to see outlandish walkabout and sideshow…

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22nd May 2025-25th May 2025

Accommodation Highlights

The Hafod

Llwyn-on Hafod is situated near Hay-on-Wye on a small Welsh farm-holding of 50 acres of pasture,…

High View Barn

Brand new conversion of 300 year old barn.The perfect romantic getaway for a couple (or couple with…

Mistletoe Cottage

Mistletoe Cottage is set in a large barn conversion which also hosts an art gallery and café. The…

Croeso/ Welcome

Enjoy the comfort and convenience of Old Rectory Barn. All bedrooms are en suite. Follow local…

The Lodge

Nestled in the heart of Monmouthshire, on the outskirts of Usk, you'll find The Lodge by Cefn Tilla…

The Guest House

A warm welcome awaits you at Jenny’s Guest House, a perfect base for your visit to Abergavenny, the…

Alfred Russell Wallace

The Alfred Russel Wallace Restaurant with Rooms had 5 en-suite rooms in the heart of Usk

Wood Cottage

Six luxury holiday cottages nestled in the idyllic Monmouthshire countryside on the Welsh border,…

Garn-Y-Skirrid

Garn-y Skirrid is a newly built eco-friendly 4 person bunkhouse on the edge of the Brecon Beacons…

Stone Rock Lodge

Stone Rock Lodge has twelve nature inspired en-suite bedrooms offered as Economy Double, Standard…

The Brambles

Self catering in Monmouth.

Beacon Park Cottages

Our three cottages are nestled around Llanfoist Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, near…

The Willows Double Bedroom

The Willows is a quiet country house tucked away at the end of a small private hamlet, situated…

The Granary

Situated on a working dairy farm, the Granary is in a very peaceful rural location yet only five…

Llwyn Celyn

At the southern end of the beautiful Llanthony Valley in the Black Mountains stands Llwyn Celyn, an…

Glen Yr Afon

On the edge of this delightful old market town, Glen Yr Afon, a unique Victorian villa, offers all…

Coach & Horses Caerwent

The Coach and Horses Inn is a 17th century Inn located in Caerwent, Monmouthshire, South Wales.

Anne's Retreat

Complete seclusion & unparalleled luxury in a charming shepherd's hut. Anne’s Retreat is truly…

The Beaufort

Enjoy a blend of history and modernity in this 4 star inn now noted for its excellent…

The Three Salmons

The Three Salmons Hotel is perfect for your stay, whether you are enjoying the Usk Valley Walk or…

The garden is sheltered and fenced for the safety of children and pets

5 star comfort. Hot tub. WiFi ,6 TVs, Sheltered fenced garden, Sleeps 6, 4 bedrooms incl…

New Court Inn

After purchasing The New Court Inn in November 2012,the owners have lovingly restored the inn back…

Outside

Three luxury canvas safari lodges, each with their own private bathroom and hot tub. Rediscover…

Monmouth Premier Inn

Budget Hotel in Monmouth

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