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
Sat 4 Dec 2021
Caldicot Town Team presents Caldicot Christmas Cracker in the Town Centre. Featuring the Peppermint Parade & a raft of entertainment, including Caldicot's Christmas Village, a pantomime, live entertainment and a Christmas Treasure Hunt.
Sat 4 - Sun 5 Dec 2021
Join us to celebrate for our festive open day. Entry is free but tickets need to be pre-booked via EventBrite. Acclaimed local children's writer and performer Philip Michell, presents his wonderful stories.
Sat 4 Dec 2021
This Christmas visit Penelope's Cafe at Goytre Wharf for a fantastic Christmas Craft Fair. There'll be over 50 artisans attending, a live band & festive food & drink.
Sat 4 Dec 2021
Jump racing is back – and you can enjoy the action at Chepstow with a fantastic day at the races.
Sat 4 Dec 2021
Get swept away by one of the most enchanting fairy tales of all time, as wonder pantomimes brings to Caldicot the most loved pantomime of them all – Cinderella.
Sat 4 Dec 2021
On Saturday 04 December we will be staging our annual Torchlight Carol Service at Tintern Abbey. Enjoy choirs in the beautiful surrounding of Tintern Abbey.
Thu 9 Dec 2021
The story of Clara, a girl on a magical Christmas Eve adventure, is accompanied by sparkling music and even dancing sweets! Watch the full company of The Royal Ballet in this much-loved ballet classic.
Fri 10 Dec 2021
Stand Up Comedy Show, located in little town of Chepstow (UK). An on- going comedy gig providing you with non-stop laughter and entertainment. Delivered to you by some of the top, pro stand up comedians. Hosted by Alice Dukinfield.
Sat 11 Dec 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.
Sat 11 Dec 2021
Join Ballet Theatre UK in their beautiful re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale ballet, The Snow Queen.
Wed 15 Dec 2021
Love and evil come – thrillingly – face to face in Jonathan Kent’s intense production.
Fri 17 Dec 2021
SAVING GRACE - a co-operative featuring Robert Plant and Suzi Dian – vocals, Oli Jefferson – percussion, Tony Kelsey – mandolin, baritone and acoustic guitars and Matt Worley – banjo, cuatro, acoustic and baritone guitars.
Wed 22 Dec 2021
Stars from the West End present a magical evening of entertainment featuring hits from the musicals and the best of Christmas song.
Thu 23 Dec 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.
Mon 27 Dec 2021
Chepstow Racecourse has been the proud home of The Coral Welsh Grand National since 1949. The biggest race day of the year in Wales, the £150,000 Coral Welsh Grand National is scheduled to take place the day after Boxing Day each year.
Tue 28 Dec 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.
Fri 21 Jan 2022
Surely there is not a more iconic rugby player than Sir Gareth Edwards. One of the stars of the great Welsh side of the 1970s, he made a then record 53 consecutive appearances for Wales scoring 22 tries.
Sat 22 Jan 2022
Discover how to make your very own krauts and kimchi, giving you the confidence and knowledge you need to explore the world of fermentation!
Sun 23 Jan 2022
Discover how to make your very own krauts and kimchi, giving you the confidence and knowledge you need to explore the world of fermentation!
Fri 28 Jan 2022
Tom Stoppard’s Olivier Award-winning new play Leopoldstadt is a passionate drama of love, family and endurance.
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
Businesses with the UK COVID-19 tourism & hospitality industry kite mark.
Plan Your Visit to Monmouthshire
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