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Visit Monmouthshire in spring

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  1. Easter Egg
    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.
    1. Honeyade from Hive Mind

      2025 Great Taste Award winning products in Monmouthshire.

    Things To Do Highlights

    The Kymin

    The Kymin is a charming 18th-century Round House (now a holiday property) and Naval Temple standing…

    Usk Castle

    Usk Castle nestles on a promontory overlooking the lovely town of Usk, hidden from sight most of…

    Wyeswood Common (Lauri Maclean)

    Wyeswood Common is a former dairy farm site being transformed into a rich nature reserve in the Wye…

    Bluebells at Buckholt Wood

    Discover this beautiful woodland and ancient hillfort on the England / Wales border above Monmouth,…

    Eagle's Nest Viewpoint

    Wyndcliff Wood is a superb example of a lower Wye Valley gorge woodland with ancient hanging beech…

    White Castle

    Imposing moated remains of twelfth-century castle, probably the work of Henry II. Substantially…

    Whitestone Picnic Site

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

    Frogmore Street Gallery

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

    Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

    High Glanau

    High Glanau Manor is one of Wales' finest Arts and Crafts houses, set in twelve acres of fine…

    Raglan Castle

    Raglan Castle is an impressive fifteenth-century castle built by Sir William ap Thomas and his son…

    @dickie.dai.do

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

    Woodhaven

    A modern house built on the site of a former sawmills for the Itton Court Estate. Garden of ⅔ of an…

    Keeper's Pond

    The Keeper’s Pond, also known as Pen-ffordd-goch Pond or the Forge Pond, is situated near Pwll Du,…

    Abergavenny Castle

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

    St Peter's Church Dixton

    St. Peter's Church in Dixton, on the outskirts of Monmouth along the River Wye.

    St James' Llangua Exterior. Andy Marshall / Friends of Friendless Churches

    Visit the recently restored medieval Church of St James in Llangua, Grosmont

    Abbey Mill

    Set amidst breathtaking scenery and situated on the banks of the River Wye in the original mill…

    Bluebells at Goytre Hall Wood

    Goytre Hall Wood is 3.5 hectares of gently undulating broad-leaved woodland, set amongst a…

    Gallery at Home

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

    Bumble Netti & Dexter in Chepstow Park Woods

    Chepstow Park Wood is an old medieval hunting park, created by the Norman lords of Chepstow Castle.

    St. Issui Partrishow

    St. Issui's Church is a medieval church on an old pilgrimage site in the Black Mountains.

    Glebe House

    Visit Glebe House garden.

    Wentwood Forest

    Once part of the hunting grounds of Chepstow Castle, Wentwood offers walks with breathtaking views…

    Events coming up in Monmouthshire

    Miniature Railway at Old Station Tintern small red and black train showing a wheelchair carriage - sunny day

    The Old Station nestles beside the River Wye in the heart of the Wye Valley in Tintern. This…

    Openings

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    1st April 2026-31st October 2026

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    26th May 2026-31st May 2026

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    2nd June 2026-7th June 2026

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    9th June 2026-14th June 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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    22nd May 2026-25th May 2026
    Lord  Raglan Trip Boat at Goytre Wharf

    Enjoy skippered trips along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal from Goytre Wharf, where the…

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    22nd May 2026-24th May 2026

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    29th May 2026-31st May 2026

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    5th June 2026-7th June 2026
    Devauden Music Festival 2025  gate with sign with bright colours and balloons in Monmouth

    The Devauden Festival has been running since 2010 and is a family friendly event set in the heart…

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    22nd May 2026-24th May 2026
    Circus performer in Caldicot Castle at Big Banquet

    Street Food Circus rolls back into Caldicot Castle with “The Big Banquet” for the late May Bank…

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    22nd May 2026-25th May 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

    23rd May 2026

    Local Produce

    4th July 2026

    Night Market

    29th August 2026

    Curated Food Market

    31st October 2026

    Curated Food Market

    5th December 2026
    Chepstow Castle

    Come along to Chepstow Castle and hand sew your very own castle themed notebook and decorate the…

    Openings

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    23rd May 2026
    Scenery at Llandegfedd Lake

    Get ready for our Summer Half Term Trail at Llandegfedd Lake

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    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Fletcher

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

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    23rd May 2026-25th May 2026

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    22nd August 2026-23rd August 2026
    Herne's Arrow Events

    An amazing weekend celebrating the classic British TV show, Robin of Sherwood. Meet and talk with…

    Openings

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    23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
    Rowing boat at Llandegfedd Lake with family in.

    Experience our latest activity – rowing boat hire!

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    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    It's close in this octuple race

    Monmouth Regatta is two days of side by side racing on the fantastic waters of the River Wye, in…

    Openings

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    23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
    open days 2026 wine, food and live music

    Visit The Dell Vineyard for a weekend pop-up with The Cheese Connection.

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    12:00 - 6:00pm

    23rd May 2026

    12:00 - 6:00pm

    24th May 2026

    12:00 - 6:00pm

    29th August 2026

    12:00 - 6:00pm

    30th August 2026
    children with bingo notes and pens looking around chepstow castle having fun

    Search the castle for features old and new, and be the first one in your family to shout … BINGO!

    Openings

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    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Baileau

    Baileau is a mature cottage style garden around an ancient farmhouse (not open). Packed with fruit…

    Openings

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    24th May 2026
    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
    Abergavenny Steam Rally

    The Abergavenny Steam Rally is held every year on the last Bank Holiday in May. It is a great day…

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    24th May 2026-25th May 2026
    Murder Mystery Weekend

    Become a detective and help solve the crime and bring the culprit(s) to justice, with a prize for…

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 2026-25th May 2026
    Busy Catbrook Plant sale with people enjoying the plans on sale in the village hall near chepstow

    Excellent Annual plant sale with home made teas! Please grow and bring plants and home produce to…

    Openings

    Season

    25th May 2026
    Bee

    Find out all about medieval beekeeping at Chepstow Castle, with a chance to observe the bees at…

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    26th May 2026
    may half term physical theatre and circus workshop

    Jump into fun FREEE May half-term theatre and Circus workshops and unleash your creativity on stage!

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    26th May 2026-29th May 2026
    Caldicot Castle

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

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    27th May 2026

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    24th June 2026

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    29th July 2026

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    26th August 2026

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    30th September 2026

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    28th October 2026
    Romeo & Juliet - Class Act Theatre Company

    Class Act Theatre Company's award wining cast presents Romeo and Juliet.

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    28th May 2026-30th May 2026

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    30th May 2026
    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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    28th May 2026

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    25th June 2026

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    30th July 2026

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    27th August 2026

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    29th October 2026

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    26th November 2026

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    17th December 2026

    Accommodation Highlights

    The Hafod

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

    Pen Y Dre Farm

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

    Cae Deini

    Cae Deini

    Trevyr Barn

    Trevyr Barn offers 5 star luxury holiday accommodation for 6-7 in a recently converted stone barn…

    Farmhouse, Mallards Barn, Oaklands Cottage, The Cygnet Sudio

    Welcome to Upper Tal-y-Fan Farm, the home of Monmouthshire Holidays, with three self-catering…

    Old Schoolhouse

    Built in 1877 and recently lovingly restored, this charming example of a Victorian headmaster’s…

    The Granary

    Situated on a working dairy farm, the Granary is in a very peaceful rural location yet only five…

    St Pierre Exterior

    Delta Hotels by Marriott St Pierre Country Club is built around a beautiful 14thC manor house & is…

    Glen Trothy Caravan Park

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

    Kingstone Brewery Hop Garden

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

    Big Red Wylde Things

    Experience another era in this 1987 Bluebird American school bus.

    Top Barn

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

    The Piggery

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

    broadley cottages

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

    Cromwell's Hideaway

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

    Swanmeadow Holiday Cottages

    A warm welcome awaits you at our farm Holiday Cottages that are part of Panty-goitre farm, a…

    The rustic ivy-covered exterior of the Blorenge cottage

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

    Royal George Tintern

    The Royal George is an award winning hotel in the picturesque village of Tintern. This Wye Valley…

    Raglan Lodge

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

    The Beaufort

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

    Cwrt Bleddyn

    Dating back to the 17th Century, the historic building has been refurbished and extended to create…

    Crown Cottage Cadw

    This lovely cottage is located within storming distance of historic White Castle, but has its own…

    The Sloop Inn

    We have four comfortable guest rooms which have all recently been decorated and offer brand new…

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