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.
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
farOpen Art Exhibition at 7Q Gallery
Thu 7 - Sun 24 Oct 2021
Pop up Art Exhibition by farOpen Artists with a selection of jewellery, gifts, cards, prints, textile art, glass and paintings. Stunning quality, original artwork by professional local artists.
Brother Thomas, the Cellarer
Sat 16 Oct 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.
Halloween Fun at Dewstow
Sat 16 - Sun 31 Oct 2021
Come and get spooky at Dewstow as pumpkins and black cats take over our grottoes and tunnels. Pumpkin and Black Cat Trail & Spooky Halloween Tunnel.. Usual garden entry fees apply with the Pumpkin Trail charged at £1.
Mark Watson: This Can't Be It
Sat 16 Oct 2021
Mark Watson is back for his third visit to the Savoy. We've all had some pondering to do about the fragility of life recently, but don't worry, skinny national treasure Mark has it covered.
Sidetracked Magazine LIVE: The Creators Tour Wales
Mon 18 Oct 2021
We will be hosting Sidetracked Magazine Magazine Live: Creators Tour Wales event in our new taproom on the 18th of October.
Chepstow Walking Festival
Sat 23 - Tue 26 Oct 2021
The festival is back back and what better time to deliver the postponed Chepstow Walking Festival than in Autumn to celebrate its Autumn glory.
Albert Lee
Sat 23 Oct 2021
The legendary musician returns with his band to the Savoy. Book early because he attracts every musician within a 50 mile radius who come to marvel at the talent and craftsmanship of this brilliant guitarist.
Alfie Moore: Far Cop Unleashed
Sat 23 Oct 2021
Join BBC Radio 4’s cop-turned-comedian Alfie Moore for his latest stand-up tour show.
ABP Newport Wales Marathon
Sun 24 Oct 2021
Wales’ premier marathon event will return on Sunday 24th October 2021.
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.
Games We Used to Play - Monmouth
Mon 25 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.
Jump Racing
Tue 26 Oct 2021
Jump racing is back – and you can enjoy the action at Chepstow with a fantastic day at the races.
An Evening with Sir Geoffrey Boycott
Wed 27 Oct 2021
An Evening with Sir Geoffrey Boycott gives our audience a chance listen to Sir Geoffrey and to ask their own questions. It’s a brilliant new evening with our brand new knight.
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 - Woodland Magic
Sat 30 - Sun 31 Oct 2021
Join us for our Spooky trail and receive a sweet Halloween treat!
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.
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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