Hello Autumn!
The perfect time to visit the Wye Valley as the leaves change colour from green to reds, oranges and golds. This is the season to bathe yourself in nature and to breathe deeply. Walk through a thick carpet of carnelian leaves in our woodlands (or toss some in the air before taking a photo for an instagrammable moment) collect conkers and pine cones, and cosy up around an open fire to toast marshmallows. Watch an early sunset (one of the advantages of of shorter days) with a glass of award winning local wine and wait for our dark skies to fill with stars in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales' first International Dark Sky Reserve.
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.
Monmouthshire's not just 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.
We're coming up to Halloween season, so have a look at all the spooky events and fireworks displays across Monmouthshire. It's also when awards season starts, so take a look at the fantastic success Monmouthshire businesses have had recently on our Award Winners Blog, including at the Great Taste Awards & the Good Hotel Guide.
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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
Chepstow Castle Halloween Trail
Mon 25 - Sun 31 Oct 2021
Follow our Halloween trail around Chepstow Castle! The trail is suitable for children of all ages.
Abergavenny Artisan Farmers Market
Thu 28 Oct 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.
Games We Used to Play - Chepstow
Thu 28 Oct 2021
For Half-term holidays and for Welsh Museums Festival MonLife Heritage Museums are inviting children to bring along adults to discover and try out some traditional toys and games. Re-discover, teach each other, and learn together.
Games We Used to Play - Abergavenny
Fri 29 Oct 2021
For Half-term holidays and for Welsh Museums Festival MonLife Heritage Museums are inviting children to bring along adults to discover and try out some traditional toys and games. Re-discover, teach each other, and learn together.
Willow Hedgerow Basket Workshop
Sat 30 Oct 2021
Learn how to weave a hedgerow basket with coloured wild hedgerow materials and willow using 5 different weaving techniques. All tools and materials provided.
Halloween Spooktakular
Sat 30 Oct 2021
The Savoy is a great place to be this Halloween. Join us for a fun-filled family show with a few scary moments for the kids.
Jump Racing
Wed 3 Nov 2021
Jump racing is back – and you can enjoy the action at Chepstow with a fantastic day at the races.
Devauden Fireworks
Fri 5 Nov 2021
Devauden Bonfire Night will be held on 5th November in Devauden Village Hall grounds. As well as a bonfire and fireworks the event will also feature hot food, live music and a licensed bar.
Monmouth Bonfire & Fireworks Night
Fri 5 Nov 2021
Town Bonfire by the Rowing Club Fireworks, burgers, ice cream, enjoy the spectacle by the River Wye
Round Table Fireworks Extravaganza 2021
Fri 5 Nov 2021
Get ready for a night to remember as we light up the skies above Abergavenny with a dazzling array of colours! Our amazing pyromusical display is choreographed to your favourite Disney songs!
Caldicot Winter Market
Sat 6 Nov 2021
Visit Caldicot's Winter Market for the perfect chance to spend a few hours browsing a wide selection of traders selling beautiful items in time for Christmas.
Sauerkraut & Kimchi Masterclass
Sat 6 Nov 2021
Discover how to make your very own krauts and kimchi, giving you the confidence and knowledge you need to explore the world of fermentation!
An Evening Out With Andy Hamilton
Sat 6 Nov 2021
Following a year of cancelled shows, zoom quizzes and nose-swabs, award-winning writer and comedian Andy Hamilton is delighted to be getting out of the house.
Chepstow Community Fireworks
Sun 7 Nov 2021
Enjoy a fantastic fireworks display in Chepstow, thanks to Chepstow Round Table. Held at Chepstow Comprehensive School, there'll be hot food, music and other attractions, as well as the fireworks from around 7pm.
Abergavenny Craft Fair
Sat 13 Nov 2021
Abergavenny Craft Fair is on the second Saturday of every month. There's always loads of hand made gifts from jewellery, cards, knitting, wood sculptures, glass work and artwork. Plus we have general stalls as well.
Jump Racing
Fri 19 Nov 2021
Jump racing is back – and you can enjoy the action at Chepstow with a fantastic day at the races.
Sauerkraut & Kimchi Masterclass
Fri 19 Nov 2021
Discover how to make your very own krauts and kimchi, giving you the confidence and knowledge you need to explore the world of fermentation!
Willow Reindeer Workshop
Sat 20 - Sun 21 Nov 2021
Make a large sculptured reindeer with willow on this two-day course. I will guide you through all the techniques needed to create a beautiful reindeer for your garden.
Brother Thomas, the Cellarer
Sat 20 Nov 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.
Caerwent Church Christmas Fayre
Sat 20 Nov 2021
Visit Caerwent Church Christmas Fayre for your Christmas shopping. With cakes, jams & pickles, crafts, bric-a-brac, toys, tombola and raffle. U3A will be holding its Art exhibition and we’ll also be serving home-made soup, tea & coffee
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.
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