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Things To Do Highlights

St Mary's Priory and Tithe Barn

St Mary's Priory Church is the parish church for the town and community of Abergavenny and is one…

St Nicholas Church Trellech

St Nicholas' Church in Trellech is an historic site in the heart of the Wye Valley between Monmouth…

The Lonely Shepherd (by @tristans_treks)

Also known as the 'Peaky Stone', The Lonely Shepherd is a standing stone in the north-west of…

Monmouth Methodist Church

Founded in 1835, Monmouth Methodist Church is one of Monmouth’s architectural “hidden gems”.

Apple County Cider Orchard

Apple County Cider is based near Skenfrith in Monmouthshire. The farm grows cider apples &…

Margaret's Wood (Lauri MacLean)

Margaret's Wood is a beautifully mature 2 hectare woodland in the Whitebrook Valley.

Stunning landscape

The new Visitor Centre at Llandegfedd Reservoir spans beautiful, rolling landscaped countryside.…

Chepstow Old Wye Bridge

Chepstow Bridge is the World's largest iron arch road bridge from the first 50 years (1780-1830) of…

Llanfoist Crossing

The site is a pedestrian and cycle access point to the old Railway Line and by foot to the Iron…

Court Robert Arts

Located in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside, Court Robert Arts sell garden sculpture by…

Bigsweir Bridge

Bigsweir Bridge is a border crossing of the River Wye between Wales (Monmouthshire) and England…

Pentwyn Farm

Pentwyn Farm has survived virtually unchanged for centuries. One of the largest areas of…

Abergavenny Castle

Abergavenny Museum is open every day 11 - 4 except Mondays and Wednesdays. The grounds of…

Abergavenny Community Orchard

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

White Hare

Gin distillery in the heart of Usk, Monmouthshire founded by Christos Kyriakidis.

@robertmintonphotography St Marys Tintern

[Currently Closed to Public] The ruins of St. Mary's Church are on the hill above the former Abbey…

Monmouth Castle

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

Tintern Wireworks Bridge

Built in 1876 to provide a rail link to the Lower Wireworks site, the Wireworks Bridge is a visible…

Abbey Tintern Furnace

Abbey Tintern Furnace contains the excavated and part restored remains of a 17th century ironworks,…

Caerwent Roman Town

An archaeologist’s paradise with impressive Roman walls and remains.

Brockwells Meadows nature reserve

Brockwells Meadows is a beautiful 5-hectare spot in the south of Monmouthshire which springs to…

Highfields Farm

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

Virtuous Well

A medieval well famous for its cures.

@dickie.dai.do

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

Events coming up in Monmouthshire

Summer Sculpture Exhibition

Set on the gentle slopes of the beautiful Wye Valley in Tintern, this *award‑winning sculpture garden* hosts one of Wales

Enjoy the artwork and plant life at the Wye Valley Sculpture Garden, a 3 acre garden set on the…

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24th May 2026-13th September 2026
FREE MUSIC
Every Sunday in Summer 2.30 – 5PM
CHEPSTOW SUMMER MUSIC 2026
Bands on the Bandstand

Bands on the Bandstand

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31st May 2026-30th August 2026
Nant Y Bedd Garden

Nant y Bedd is a 10 acre organic garden, river and woodland located at 1200 feet up in the Black…

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4th June 2026-31st July 2026
Romeo and Juliet

Enjoy live outdoor theatre at Caldicot Castle with the Duke Theatre Company's performance of Romeo…

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26th June 2026
Stool Making course woodworking near Usk Monmouthshire in woodlands

Green woodworking courses near Bristol, Cardiff and Newport

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Spoon Carving

26th June 2026

Spatula Making Evening

9th July 2026

Coffee Table / Small bench

11th July 2026-12th July 2026

Stool Making (2 days)

15th August 2026-16th August 2026

Build your Own Shavehorse

5th September 2026

Coffee Table / Small Bench

9th September 2026-10th September 2026
PIzza at the farm, wood fired pizzas by orchard kitchen bar by silver circle distillery showing pizza graphic image with dripping cheese.

Wood fired pizzas and cocktails at a distillery on a working farm.

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4th September 2026
Les Liaisons Dangereuses, starring Aidan Turner and Lesley Manville

Lesley Manville and Aidan Turner star in a gripping filmed stage adaptation of 'Les Liaisons…

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26th June 2026
Chepstow LGBTQIA+ Pride with colourful streamers

PRIDE COMES TO CHEPSTOW THIS 26th - 28th June 2026

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26th June 2026-28th June 2026
Tintern Fete 2026 The Wyeland Games sunday 27th June

Join us for the 2025 Tintern Fete kicking off at midday with plenty of music, crafts,…

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27th June 2026
Re-enactors at Tintern Abbey

Come and meet the Freemen of Gwent as they return victoriously from the Battle of Agincourt in…

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27th June 2026

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28th June 2026
Maggie Aderin

Join Maggie Aderin for an inspiring evening exploring her life, career, and passion for space,…

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27th June 2026
image of happiness and love at Abergavenny Pride Parade 2024, bright colours, celebration, diversity

Come celebrate with us Abergavenny Pride for our 5th annual FREE event. Family friendly, local…

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27th June 2026
Ladies day  - women at race course event

Ladies Day - The ultimate summer raceday returns to Chepstow Racecourse.

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27th June 2026
Usk Open Gardens

Usk Open Gardens is a celebration of flowers & gardening, with around 20 gardens open across Usk on…

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27th June 2026-28th June 2026
Florence Nightingale AI black and white sketch style

An evening with the famous Lady with the Lamp herself, Florence Nightingale - brought to life by…

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27th June 2026
Event poster - June Party - Groove Jacks + Smoke & Slaw at the Meadery saturday 27th June 17:30 - 22:30

Live Music and BBQ at the meadery!

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27th June 2026
Monmouth Carnival 2026 sunday 28th June 2026 this years theme  - On The farm

Summer gets into full swing with Monmouth Carnival! Join the procession or come along to watch,…

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28th June 2026
John Bevan: Team Player

John Bevan's remarkable rugby journey comes to life in Mari Lloyd's gripping solo play exploring…

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1st July 2026
Usk Choral Festival 2026
A FEAST OF CHORAL MUSIC - 2nd to 5th July

9 CONCERTS
FEATURING 33 CHOIRS
A wide variety of choirs in every concert

Tickets

4 Day Feast of choral music in the heart of Monmouthshire

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2nd July 2026-5th July 2026
Garden Tours with Sue

Enjoy a tour of the award winning Nant-y-Bedd Garden with the creator Sue. Hear all about how the…

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3rd July 2026

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28th August 2026
Treowen house and garden in monmouthshire

House tours and homemade teas, in aid of Wonastow church,

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4th July 2026
4 July 12-6pm The beefy Boys and music by Ben, Dai and some other Guy live from 2:00pm

Visit The Dell Vineyard on the first Saturday of every month for a vineyard pop up with fantastic…

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4th July 2026
Image of reenactors from previous year's festival in Monmouth

Join us for a fun and engaging weekend at Monmouth Medieval Festival on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th…

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4th July 2026-5th July 2026
Monnow Bridge Markets - Local Produce stalls / green tents on Monow Bridge over river

Curated food and produce markets using local producers and businesses

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Local Produce

4th July 2026

Night Market

29th August 2026

Curated Food Market

31st October 2026

Curated Food Market

5th December 2026

Accommodation Highlights

The Three Tuns

The Three Tuns is a 16th Century Inn located next to the Castle in the historical town of Chepstow…

The terrace at the front of the Skirrid, showing off the floor-to-ceiling picture window, barbecue, and table with two chairs

The Skirrid at Welsh Marches is located in the countryside within easy reach of Chepstow and…

Wern-y-cwm aerial shot

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

Cobblers Cottage

Cobbler's Cottage, a former cobbler's dwelling in a peaceful hamlet near Abergavenny in the Welsh…

Larchfield Grange Exterior

Larchfield Grange is a luxury 4 bedroom house situated in the quaint market town of Abergavenny.

Church Hill Farm

Large luxury farmhouse set in 63 acres with gorgeous views and total privacy in the lower Wye…

Bar

16C inn in the heart of Chepstow. Excellent food (AA rosette) both restaurant and bar meals,…

Mayhill Hotel

Located in the heart of the scenic Wye Valley and only a minute's walk from the banks of the river…

apple tree cabin

The Secret Walled Garden is based within the beautiful countryside in Monmouth, The Wye Valley,…

Hen Ty & Dan y Berllan

Two traditional welsh stone self-catering holiday cottages just 3 miles from Abergavenny with…

The Piggery

Stay on Kate Humble’s farm: wake up to the sounds of animals and discover what goes on behind the…

Abergavenny Hotel

Set close to the centre of the historic market town of Abergavenny, The Abergavenny Hotel offers 4…

Oak Apple Tree

An idyllic woodland oasis on an organic farm

Days Inn Magor

Situated within easy reach of the M4. Gateway to Wales, Less than a Mile from Magor, 10 minutes…

Castle Narrowboats

For a break that offers real relaxation, try a narrow boat holiday on the Monmouthshire and Brecon…

Alfred Russell Wallace

The Alfred Russel Wallace Restaurant with Rooms had 5 en-suite rooms in the heart of Usk

The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory stands in an acre of mature gardens, in the unspoilt rural village of…

The Whitebrook

Stay at the award winning Whitebrook Restaurant with Rooms, set in the beautiful Wye Valley, 5…

Hidden Valley Yurts

Pack your bags, gather your family and friends and come glamping on a yurt holiday at Hidden Valley…

Top Barn

Top Barn is a beautifully Converted Stone Barn with amazing views in a secluded setting.

View from The Punch House

The Punch House on Agincourt Square in the centre of the historic border town of Monmouth in South…

Glen Trothy Caravan Park

Quiet level park in beautiful countryside setting on edge of Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.…

Lamb and Flag

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

Back of house

Old Hendre is a working farm with high quality accommodation for active people. The modern…

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