Welcome to Monmouthshire
With more than 1,000 miles of public footpaths and two designated landscapes Monmouthshire has plenty of wide open space in stunning countryside to enjoy. From national trails to short circular walks in and around the Brecon Beacons National Park in the west, and the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the east. Visit our walking page to see all our routes or use our route search function to find short and circular walking routes starting / finishing in a specific location in Monmouthshire. Just enter a town or postcode for a list of walks starting and finishing there.
But Monmouthshire's not only a beautiful landscape, we also have bustling high streets packed with independent shops and cafes. Some shops sell local products, others are specialist outlets for products from elsewhere. All offer a personal service. Choose from Abergavenny, Caldicot, Chepstow, Magor, Monmouth, Tintern and Usk.
This September sees the return of an in person Abergavenny Food Festival on the 18th / 19th! Tickets are selling fast, so get yours whilst you can. It's also Cadw's Open Doors month, when our medieval churches invite in visitors for free throughout the month.
Look out for Ostin the Dormouse and Nerys the Dragon at the Old Station, Tintern and Caldicot Castle this month. You can find them between the pages of the new Explore and Create family activity packs which are full of ideas for exploring the sites. Collect Ostin and Nerys stamps and stickers for completed activities and try out our Dormouse and Dragon photo cut-out boards!
Make your promise to Wales before you visit and look out for the 'We're Good to Go' COVID-19 secure industry kitemark for assurance that the business is following government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in place to maintain cleanliness and aid physical distancing.
Please check ahead before visiting as many venues will require booking. Please check the latest Welsh Government guidance here : https://gov.wales/coronavirus and plan your visit before setting off.
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What's on in Monmouthshire
Dubs at the Castle 2021
Fri 17 - Sun 19 Sep 2021
Dubs at the Castle 2021 is a fun-filled family camping weekend, brought to you by VW enthusiasts, whose passion and love for Volkswagens helps to bring you a VW experience like no other.
Nant-Y-Bedd Garden Open Days
Fri 17 - Sun 19 Sep 2021
We will be open for visitors on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm until 6pm throughout July, August and September (and August Bank Holiday Monday)
Lucy Worsley OBE
Fri 17 Sep 2021
Following the four part BBC series and hit-selling book, If Walls Could Talk, Lucy takes audiences on trip through the home discovering the hygiene and homely habits of the British over the past 800 years.
Abergavenny Food Festival 2021
Sat 18 - Sun 19 Sep 2021
It’s official. Abergavenny Food Festival 2021 is happening. Get the weekend of 18 & 19 September firmly in your calendar. It will be so good to see you again.
Ramblers Big Welsh Walk
Sat 18 Sep 2021
Join us on September 18 for a set of three walks that all visit Tintern, climbing to Devils Pulpit for iconic views of Tintern Abbey.
Brother Thomas, the Cellarer
Sat 18 Sep 2021
Step back in time with Brother Thomas and learn what life was like as a monk in Tintern Abbey. Our sympathetic brother will give you inside information about the monks’ rituals and responsibilities.
Open Doors - Llwyn Celyn
Sat 18 - Sun 19 Sep 2021
Llwyn Celyn is a Grade 1 listed medieval building. Once part of the Llanthony Priory estate it was built in the late 15th century. Llwyn Celyn sits on a hillside at the mouth of the Llanthony Valley, a few mile from the ruins of the priory.
Open Doors - Raglan Castle
Sat 18 - Sun 19 Sep 2021
Enjoy free entry to Raglan Castle with two tours over the weekend.
Willow Frame Basket
Sun 19 Sep 2021
Learn how to weave a frame basket with hedgerow materials and willow
Rare Plant Fair
Sun 19 Sep 2021
An historic listed garden & arboretum. The tumbling Rhyd-y-meirch stream, which runs through the garden, was used by the ancestor of the current owners to create ponds, cascades, rills & yet another stream within the 15 acre private grounds
Veddw Open Days
Sun 19 Sep 2021
Discover two acres of ornamental garden and two acres of woodland. A favourite part with visitors and gardeners wanting a break from looking at weeds is the dramatic reflecting pool.
Art History Online - British Art 1900-1950
Mon 20 Sep 2021
Enjoy Online Art History courses with MonLife Heritage Museums. Now you can join us from wherever you are in the world for a course of ten 90 minute talks about 'British Art - 1900 - 1950'.
Art History Online - Medieval Art
Mon 20 Sep 2021
Explore the art and architecture of the Middle Ages and discover its intimate relationship to changing ideas over the centuries A 10 week course of one-hour online evening lectures from MonLife Heritage Museums
Willow Coffin Making Workshop
Tue 21 - Fri 24 Sep 2021
4-day intensive course to weave your own coffin.
Abergavenny Antique, Vintage & Flea Market
Wed 22 Sep 2021
Abergavenny Antique, Vintage & Flea Market comes around every WEDNESDAY 8 til 4.
Art History Online - British Art 1900-1950
Wed 22 Sep 2021
Enjoy Online Art History courses with MonLife Heritage Museums. Now you can join us from wherever you are in the world for a course of ten 90 minute talks about 'British Art - 1900 - 1950'.
Abergavenny Artisan Farmers Market
Thu 23 Sep 2021
Abergavenny Farmers Market takes place on the 4th Thursday of every month from 9-12pm. This vibrant market offers the good quality produce from local producers.
Nant-Y-Bedd Garden Open Days
Fri 24 - Sun 26 Sep 2021
We will be open for visitors on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm until 6pm throughout July, August and September (and August Bank Holiday Monday)
The Annual Monmouth Great Wye Swim
Sat 25 Sep 2021
Swim Wild Wye has the great pleasure of taking over the Annual Monmouth Great Wye (Swim unfortunately this event was postponed in 2020), But will now take place on Saturday 25th September 2021.
I Blame the Kids
Sat 25 Sep 2021
The star of The Mash Report and Live at the Apollo returns with a new show for 2021.
Inspiration for your visit to Monmouthshire
Over the Bridge to Monmouthshire
Monmouthshire : From Gate to Plate
Walking in Monmouthshire
Shop Local in Tintern
Monmouthshire in Summer
Meet Ostin at The Old Station Tintern
Have fun with the Old Station Tintern's Dormouse Ostin.
Meet Nerys at Caldicot Castle
Meet Caldicot Castle's resident dragon Nerys.
See all our Good to Go Experiences
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Plan Your Visit to Monmouthshire
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