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Visit Monmouthshire in Spring

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Be inspired in Monmouthshire

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  1. Food at the Whitebrook

    The Walnut Tree and The Whitebrook retain their Michelin stars for 2024, with The Whitebrook also achieving a coveted Michelin Green Star.

  2. Black Bear Inn Food

    Congratulations to the Black Bear Inn near Usk on being ranked the best Gastropub in Wales (and one of the top 100 in the UK) on the annual Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropub list.

Things To Do Highlights

Beacon Park Boat on Mon & Brec Canal

The Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal is often voted Britain's prettiest canal. It runs for 32 miles (51…

Goytre Hall Wood

This site is 3.5 hectares of gently undulating broad-leaved woodland, set amongst a similarly…

Rockfield Park

Rockfield Park is a riverside garden with meadows and an orchard, and complimented by many nearby…

Gallery at Home

Welcome to Gallery at Home, a new contemporary art gallery in a little town called Usk.

@dickie.dai.do

Medieval church first mentioned in c1100 but likely 14th century in origin.

The Chapel & Kitchen

We host events and workshops with artists, musicians, writers & poets. Nourish and delight the…

Walking down the Sugarloaf

Towering over Abergavenny, the Sugarloaf is an iconic mountain to climb in the Brecon Beacons with…

White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

Gold Award winners at the 2021 Decanter World Wine Awards (Silver in 2022), White Castle Vineyard…

Caldicot Castle

Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park.…

The Tump

The Tump is a 9 acre garden of mixed habitat.

Abergavenny Community Orchard

Community orchard next to Abergavenny Castle. As the sign on their gate says, ‘pick in small…

Frogmore Street Gallery

The Gallery is run by members of the Black Mountain Circle, who draw inspiration from the location…

Monnow Bridge

Monnow Bridge in Monmouth, Wales, is the only remaining mediaeval fortified river bridge in Great…

Tintern Abbey from Devil's Pulpit

One of the most spectacular views in the Wye Valley, Devil's Pulpit looks over Tintern Abbey & the…

Parva Vineyard

Leave the crowds behind & stroll amongst the vines admiring the views of Tintern & the picturesque…

Amazing Alpacas

Amazing Alpacas is a farm specialising in breeding these beautiful and enchanting South American…

Monmouth Priory

The Priory was founded in 1070 AD by Benedictine monks, and is one of the most historic buildings…

Kittys Orchard Wild Meadow b (Julie Smith)

Kitty's Orchard contains a tranquil woodland and flower-rich meadow managed by Gwent Wildlife Trust.

Highfields Farm

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

Church of St Nicholas Grosmont

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

Monmouth Castle

Castle established by William Fitz Osbern in the late 11th century. The remains of the great hall…

Goodrich castle

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

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.

Events coming up in Monmouthshire

Wales Outdoor Walk

If you love history, legends, and nature, this guided walk near Monmouth in the Wye Valley is for…

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Gourmet Gatherings

A unique food producing experience

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27th April 2024

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25th May 2024
Hive Mind

Enjoy live music and food at Hive Mind's taproom on the last Saturday of each month.

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27th April 2024
Glebe House

Visit Glebe House garden.

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27th April 2024-28th April 2024
Hive Mind Beekeeping Course

Introduce yourself to the world of beekeeping with the meadmaking experts of Hive Mind.

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27th April 2024

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28th September 2024
Park House

Park House is a roughly one acre garden with mature trees and plants in a woodland setting and…

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27th April 2024
Crafty Pickle

Discover how to make your very own krauts and kimchi, giving you the confidence and knowledge you…

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28th April 2024
Promotional Wedding Showcase Advertisement

If you're looking for the perfect wedding venue based within the beautiful village of Usk then look…

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28th April 2024
Writing the Landscape

Writing the Landscape is a one-day workshop on nature writing at Nant-Y-Bedd.

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28th April 2024
View from the alcove

Join Gwent Wildlife Trust for a guided walk around Piercefield Woods in the Wye Valley. Enjoy the…

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30th April 2024
Abergavenny Baker Kitchen

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

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30th April 2024
Rockfield Music Studio

Fully booked for now. Check back soon for more dates. Enjoy a guided tour of the famous Rockfield…

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1st May 2024-2nd May 2024
Wye Valley River Festival

Celebrate 10 years of the Wye Valley River Festival on Monnow Bridge in Monmouth.

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3rd May 2024
Round Garden September border

Open Days at the beautiful Llanover Garden.

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3rd May 2024

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Wye Valley River Festival

Join us for the 2024 Wye Valley River Festival! 10 days spectacular happenings in outstanding…

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3rd May 2024-12th May 2024
Border Counties Vintage Club

Enjoy the sights and sounds of steam this May in Monmouth with the Border Counties Steam and…

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4th May 2024-5th May 2024
Sarah McQuaid in Concert

Join us for a wonderful evening of music with the multi-talented singer-songwriter Sarah McQuaid,…

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4th May 2024
Archery

Experience the sights and sounds of medieval life this bank holiday weekend, as historical…

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4th May 2024-6th May 2024
Fletcher

Mercenary archers are encamped at Tintern Abbey with their families! Why are they here? How do they…

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4th May 2024-6th May 2024

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17th August 2024-18th August 2024
Wye Valley River Festival

Join the Wye Valley River Festival for a FREE day of music, dance, workshops, song, theatre and…

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4th May 2024
Usk Farmers Market

A fabulous market running every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 9.30am-12pm

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4th May 2024

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New wine launch Weekend

Enjoy The Dell Vineyard's new 2024 wines at the vineyard over the May Day Bank Holiday weekend.

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4th May 2024-5th May 2024
Walking in Monmouthshire

A 3 mile (5 km) walk through Ninewells Wood to Cleddon Falls with (hopefully!) fine views across…

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5th May 2024
Wye Valley River Festival

Join the Wye Valley River Festival on the green by the River Wye in Redbrook for a FREE day of…

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5th May 2024

Accommodation Highlights

Hardwick Farm

Set in the beautiful and tranquil Usk valley and with panoramic views of the Black mountains, we…

Medley Meadow

Medley Meadow is a family run glamping and conservation site set in 9 acres of natural meadows and…

Llancayo Windmill

Llancayo Windmill is a recently renovated luxury self-catering holiday retreat situated…

Lamb and Flag

Enjoy great food and accommodation against the stunning backdrop of the Brecon Beacons National Park

Upper Bettws Cottages

The Upper Bettws Cottages (Hafod & Cuddfan) are high in the Black Mountains of the Bannau…

Kingstone Brewery Hop Garden

The Hop Garden at Kingstone Brewery in Tintern, is a unique glamping site which provides six…

The Guest House

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

Beech Cottage

Beech Cottage is a bright, one bedroom self catering cottage boasting floor to ceiling oak framed…

Wonderful views

Situated in the picturesque Usk valley, within the Brecon Beacons National Park. A small friendly…

The Hafod

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

Tŷ Magor

With comfortable rooms and easy check-in, good WiFi, and great coffee, Tŷ Magor has just what you…

Cae Deini

Cae Deini

Three Castles Caravan Park

Small, high quality, touring caravan park for adults only, located in a beautiful part of rural…

The Kings Arms Blorenge bedroom

The Kings Arms is a late 16th Century coaching inn, giving a fine example of what much of…

The Three Salmons

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

Welsh Gatehouse

The Welsh Gatehouse is a luxury, award winning period property suitable for only two people. This…

Red Sky at Night Campsite

Red Sky at Night Campsite is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of day to day life…

The First Hurdle

The First Hurdle Guest House provides Bed & Breakfast in Chepstow combining the comforts of home…

The Greyhound

The Greyhound is a traditional country inn, situated within the beautiful Vale of Usk, offering the…

The Beaufort

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

Torlands

Torlands is a spacious and sylishly refurbished modern property with glorious views over open…

Wern-y-cwm aerial shot

Wonderful Escapes at Wern-y-Cwm Farm offers you 16 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms spread across the…

Smithy's Bunkhouse

Smithy's Bunkhouse is situated on a working hill farm in the Black Mountains area of the Brecon…

Woodlake Shepherd's Hut

Enjoy a romantic retreat at this luxurious shepherd’s hut.

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