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    Take part in Llandegfedd Lake's 2026 Easter Trails Collect trail maps from the activity centre, then head out to explore Llandegfedd Lake and find all the wildlife signs.
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      2025 Great Taste Award winning products in Monmouthshire.

    Things To Do Highlights

    Margaret's Wood (Lauri MacLean)

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

    Parva Vineyard

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

    Wye Valley Sculpture Garden

    The Wye Valley Sculpture Garden hosts one of Wales largest outdoor Summer Sculpture Exhibitions and…

    Bigsweir Bridge

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

    Stunning landscape

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

    Pentwyn Farm

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

    Frogmore Street Gallery

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

    Roe Deer Buck, Rogiet Poorlands (Conrad Petersen)

    Rogiet Poorland is a nature reserve on the edge of the Gwent Levels, featuring woodlands and scrub,…

    Beacon Park Cottages

    Llanfoist Wharf is a picturesque corner of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, deep in the…

    Church of St Mary's at Llanfair Kilgeddin

    Grade I listed medieval church which was rebuilt in the 1800s, carefully reusing some of the…

    Magor Procurator's House

    Also known as Magor Mansion, the Procurator's House is the ruined remains of a mansion situated…

    Monnow Bridge

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

    Chippenham fields in monmouth showing open park with green grass, mature beautiful trees and sunny day

    Chippenham fields, Monmouth Sports Association and Two Rivers Meadow, open park in Monmouth Town.

    Abergavenny Castle

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

    @em_wales Skirrid Fawr

    Enjoy stunning views over Monmouthshire and Abergavenny from the Skirrid Fawr (Big Skirrid),…

    Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

    Llanvihangel Court is a Tudor manor house set on the edge of the beautiful Black Mountains and the…

    Kittys Orchard Wild Meadow b (Julie Smith)

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

    Chepstow Old Wye Bridge

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

    Cute Farm Experience

    Private Tailor Made Farm Experiences in Monmouthshire with friendly, cute animals! Private…

    Whitestone Picnic Site

    Whitestone lies adjacent to a section of the famous Wye Valley Walk. Visitors to the site can enjoy…

    National Trust - Path through Coed-y-Bwnydd bluebells

    Coed y Bwnydd is the largest and possibly best-preserved Iron Age hill fort in Monmouthshire, with…

    Llangwm Uchaf (c) Alex Ramsey (4) Resized

    St. Jerome's is a Grade I listed church with one of the finest medieval screens in South Wales and…

    Gwernesney Church Andy Marshall

    This diminutive Grade I listed church dates from the 13th century, and is said to house the oldest…

    raglan farm park showing fields in monmouthshire outside raglan, green and open spaces

    Raglan farm park is open whatever the weather.

    Events coming up in Monmouthshire

    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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    24th April 2026-18th September 2026
    Caldicot Castle

    ​​​​​​​Come and join us at Caldicot Castle for a unique insight into the fascinating and chequered…

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    29th April 2026

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    inside Abergavenny Town hall during street food market, art hangs from roof and stalls full of food producers

    A great evening of delicious street food and amazing crafts!

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    30th April 2026

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    17th December 2026
    Dr John Cooper Clarke

    Literary phenomenon John Cooper Clarke is a British cult hero. Known as the 'Godfather of Punk…

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    30th April 2026
    Chris Gardner

    Explore one of the most haunted castles in Wales on our own private ghost tour of Caldicot Castle.

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    1st May 2026

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    7th November 2026
    White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

    Our Tour is a wonderful opportunity to experience first hand an award winning Welsh Vineyard.

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    1st May 2026-4th May 2026

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    22nd May 2026-25th May 2026
    Autumn dovecote

    Open Days at the beautiful Llanover Garden.

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    1st May 2026
    The Dell Vineyard field of vines

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

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    12:00 - 18:00

    2nd May 2026
    Re-enactors

    Enjoy an interactive introduction to medieval life at Tintern Abbey.

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    2nd May 2026-4th May 2026

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    6th June 2026-7th June 2026
    Photograph of people, puppets and flags walking down Monmouth high street during Wye Valley River Festival

    The Wye Valley River Festival this May to bring Magic, Merriment and a little Mayhem to Monmouth! …

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    2nd May 2026
    Chepstow Castle

    Enjoy medieval displays, have-a-go archery and sword school at Chepstow Castle.

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    2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
    The Boat inn Penallt evening night scene people drinking outside with lights and party atmosphere in monmouth

    Rock the Boat returns this May! Come and support our incredible lineup of acts amidst stunning…

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    2nd May 2026

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    3rd May 2026
    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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    2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026
    South Wales Car Festival

    Join the premier celebration of cars at Chepstow Racecourse with the South Wales Car Festival 2026.

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    3rd May 2026-5th May 2026
    Abergavenny music festival in Abergavenny Castle night scene with band and crowd

    Enjoy a fantastic day of music at AM Fest! A great day out for all the family with 2 stages and…

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    3rd May 2026
    Monlife abergavenny markets, toys and teddy

    Come along and join us for another great family day out at the Toy & Train Collectors Fair 2026.…

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    4th May 2026
    magor town shops and paths

    Come to Magor Square and enjoy the annual Magor May Fayre. There'll be treats, drinks, homemade…

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    4th May 2026
    White Castle Vineyard view of vines

    Join us at White Castle Vineyard for our 2026 Summer Supper Clubs — a series of relaxed and…

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    Italian Evening

    7th May 2026

    Let's celebrate Welsh Wine Week

    4th June 2026

    Live Fire Kitchen

    23rd July 2026

    Live Fire Kitchen

    20th August 2026

    Tapas Evening

    17th September 2026
    the band

    Swing from Paris: an evening of Parisian-flavoured music

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    8th May 2026
    Brother Thomas

    Step back in time with Brother Thomas and learn what life was like as a monk in Tintern Abbey. Our…

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    9th May 2026

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    musical instruments wooden

    Performances and demonstrations throughout the day.

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    9th May 2026-10th May 2026
    A woman photographing a butterfly - a film flyer for Searching for Satyrus

    A woman's quest to reconnect with her late father through a rare butterfly becomes an unexpected…

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    9th May 2026
    Glebe House

    Visit Glebe House garden.

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    9th May 2026-10th May 2026
    charming willow obelisk made by hand in Catbrook Chepstow, placed in garden with mature trees

    Learn to make a willow obelisk suitable for your garden climbers like sweet peas and take it home!…

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    9th May 2026

    Accommodation Highlights

    PODS EXTERIOR

    Stay at one of our secluded woodland lodges in the grounds of The Crown at Pantygelli.

    Days Inn Magor

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

    The Bell at Skenfrith

    The Bell is a beautifully restored,17th century former coaching inn which still retains much of its…

    New Court Inn

    After purchasing The New Court Inn in November 2012,the owners have lovingly restored the inn back…

    broadley cottages

    Located in the Brecon Beacons National Park. This area is fantastic for walking, pony trekking and…

    Anne's Retreat

    Complete seclusion & unparalleled luxury in a charming shepherd's hut. Anne’s Retreat is truly…

    Ty'r Pwll

    Ty’r Pwll is a very old and cosy cottage in a rural community with two bedrooms, ideal for two…

    Garn-Y-Skirrid

    Garn-y Skirrid Cabin is a wooden cabin for 1 or 2 people (two single beds that can be pulled…

    Middle Ninfa

    Are you a family or activity group looking for a friendly/comfortable/quiet Bunkhouse/Cottage for…

    Pen Y Dre Farm

    Pen-Y-Dre Farm Cottages is a recently converted beautiful 17th Century Coach House near Abergavenny…

    Church Farm Guest House

    A spacious and homely 16thC former farmhouse (grade II listed) with oak beams and inglenook…

    Church Hill Farm

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

    Stone Rock Lodge

    Stone Rock Lodge has twelve nature inspired en-suite bedrooms offered as Economy Double, Standard…

    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…

    Cromwell's Hideaway

    Hi we are Karen and Dave and we would like to welcome you to Cromwell’s Hideaway, it is our piece…

    Maes Y Berllan

    Converted barn from 18thC on a working farm. Situated in the Usk Valley. We have our own stretch of…

    Photos of Outside the Cottages

    Situated 2.5 miles from Abergavenny on small farm for people who want somewhere special. Peace and…

    The Lychgate

    Nestled between the wooded country park of Caldicot Castle and the historic Norman Church of St…

    Kymin Stables - Outdoor seating - Mike Henton - February 2023 (41)

    The Kymin Stables are converted hilltop stables above the Wye Valley.

    Raglan Lodge

    Conveniently situated on the north-bound side of A40 in Monmouth; the historic county town of…

    Wonderful views

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

    Tintern Abbey Cottage has a fabulous location opposite the Abbey in the stunning Wye Valley

    Opposite Tintern Abbey. Award winning 5 star. Sleeps 6 (3 superking/twin bedrooms, 2 bathrooms)…

    Bar

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

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