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Things To Do Highlights

Skenfrith Castle

One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.

New Grove View (Roger James)

New Grove Meadows are found at the top of the Wye Valley ridge near Trellech, offering spectacular…

The Wern woods,  (Kath Beasley)

The Wern is a beautiful 3 hectare reserve near Monmouth with great views.

Usk Rural Life Museum

An independent museum crammed with reminders of Monmouthshire’s rural heritage.

Goodrich castle

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

Prisk Wood, Spring walk (Hamish Blair) (4)

Prisk Wood is a six hectare ancient woodland high up in the Wye Valley.

Wentwood Forest

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

Harold's Stones, Gemma Kate Wood

Harold's Stones date back 3,500 years to the Bronze Age.

Parva Vineyard

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

View from a Distance 1

Llanddewi Rhydderch Baptist Chapel was built in 1827, on land donated by the Williams family. …

Cefn Ila by Tom Maloney

A wood set in the rolling Welsh countryside and surrounded by a wider landscape of small woodlands…

Bluebells at Buckholt Wood

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

Chepstow Museum

Chepstow Museum reveals the rich and varied past of this ancient town, once an important port and…

Stunning landscape

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

Beacon Hill Bluebells

Beacon Hill is a peaceful woodland on the edge of the Wye Valley National Landscape, with stunning…

Wye Valley Sculpture Garden

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

Llangeview (c) Friends of Friendless Churches (2) Resized

Ancient church in an almost circular churchyard, with a 15th century rood beam and loft, and a…

Beacon Park Boat on Mon & Brec Canal

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

White Hare

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

Black Rock Fishermen

The lave net fishermen of Black Rock promote the fishery as a heritage site and invite all to enjoy…

St Bridget's Church Skenfrith on a sunny day in the village of Skenfrith

St. Bridget’s is an ancient church, consecrated in 1207, which has seen the worship of God through…

Court Robert Arts

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

Sudbrook Interpretation Centre

Discover the history of Sudbrook and the Severn Tunnel, Wales' crucial rail link with England.

Bumble Netti & Dexter in Chepstow Park Woods

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

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…

Openings

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24th May 2026-13th September 2026
sunflower field in raglan monmouthshire with lady walking in pretty dress with sunflowers in her hands

Visit our beautiful pick-your-own sunflower patch on a welcoming, family-run farm in rural…

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24th July 2026-31st August 2026
flower fields in monmouthshire as people pick and enjoy the flowers

Pick Your Own Flowers at Lower House Farm

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25th July 2026-29th August 2026
Medieval Herbs

Learn all about herbs and their uses at Chepstow Castle during the Middle Ages.

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4th August 2026
Falcon

The ultimate falconry experience when Wings Of Wales pay Llandegfedd Lake a visit with some very…

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4th August 2026
crafts and childrens homemade

Come and discover, create and get back to nature on one of our children's fun activities every…

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Creative Crafts

5th August 2026

Garden Party Craft Session

12th August 2026

Under the Sea Craft Session

19th August 2026

Bug Hunt Adventure

26th August 2026
Falcon at Chepstow Castle

Raptor Wales join us at Raglan Castle with their birds of prey.  

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5th August 2026

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12th August 2026

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19th August 2026

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26th August 2026
Insulae Draconis 1

Opportunity to see the SCA Principality of Insulae Draconis indulging their love of historical…

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6th August 2026-9th August 2026
chepstow

Head to Chepstow Racecourse for a night at the races, making the most of the longer evenings for a…

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6th August 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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7th August 2026

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14th August 2026

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21st August 2026

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28th August 2026

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4th September 2026
Dell Vineyard

Enjoy a guided tour of The Dell Vineyard from the owners themselves, followed by a guided tasting…

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8th August 2026

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15th August 2026-16th August 2026

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22nd August 2026-23rd August 2026
Romeo and Juliet

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

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8th August 2026
chepstow show  saturady 8th august showing tractors and farm animals

Chepstow Show returns to Chepstow Racecourse for a great family day out.

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8th August 2026
Falcon in display at Tintern Abbey

Come and see majestic birds in flight at Tintern Abbey.

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8th August 2026

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9th August 2026

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10th October 2026

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11th October 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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9th August 2026

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16th August 2026

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23rd August 2026

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30th August 2026
Highfields Farm

Discover over 1200 cultivars, with many rarities, densely planted over 3 acres to generate an…

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9th August 2026

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13th September 2026
LIVE MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE DAY
FETE STALLS FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY
MEMORABILIA A CENTURY OF MOMENTS
100 CHEPSTOW RACING & EVENTS
1926 – 2026
CENTENARY

A hundred years in the making. A landmark moment in racing history – the Centenary Raceday at…

Openings

Season

9th August 2026
crafts market April - December 2nd sunday of the month 10 - 4pm abergavenny market hall monmouthshire

Abergavenny Craft Fayre is on the second Sunday of every month. There's always loads of hand made…

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9th August 2026

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13th September 2026

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11th October 2026

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8th November 2026

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13th December 2026
Chepstow Castle

Visit Chepstow Castle and learn all about chainmail.

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11th August 2026
Castell Roc

Castell Roc is an annual festival held within Chepstow Castle. Enjoy 13 different performances over…

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13th August 2026-16th August 2026

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20th August 2026-23rd August 2026

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27th August 2026-31st August 2026
Film Night at Llanfoist Village Hall

Film Night at Llanfoist Village Hall, playing "Rental Family" a Comedy/drama

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14th August 2026
boy waves rainbow flag at cladicot castle

Caldicot Pride returns bringing the community together for a day of inclusivity, entertainment and…

Openings

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15th August 2026
Event banner  -Hive Mind Mead  7Brew, Retro Console Day - Hive Mind Taproom - Saturday 15th August

Join us for a day of retro console gaming brought to you by the Gloucestershire Geek Society!

Openings

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15th August 2026
Stool Making course woodworking near Usk Monmouthshire in woodlands

Green woodworking courses near Bristol, Cardiff and Newport

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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

Accommodation Highlights

High View Barn

Brand new conversion of 300 year old barn.The perfect romantic getaway for a couple (or couple with…

Pwll Du Adventure Centre

The recently renovated accommodation at the Centre has been designed to cater for large groups or…

Hen Ty & Dan y Berllan

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

Wood Cottage

Six luxury holiday cottages nestled in the idyllic Monmouthshire countryside on the Welsh border,…

Aqueduct Cottage

This grade 2 listed cottage is situated within Goytre Wharf. When it was built it housed the…

Llanthony Court Castaway

Two old railway wagons have been transported to a remote spot on a family farm, and transformed…

The Beaufort

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

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…

Skirrid Mountain Inn

The Skirrid Mountain Inn is situated in Llanvihangel Crucorney; a small village just off the A465;…

Rockfield Coach House

Stay at the Legendary Rockfield Music Studios on Rockfield Farm. The Coach House has been used…

The Old Rectory

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

Glen Yr Afon

On the edge of this delightful old market town, Glen Yr Afon, a unique Victorian villa, offers all…

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…

Glen Trothy Caravan Park

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

Mistletoe Cottage

Mistletoe Cottage is set in a large barn conversion which also hosts an art gallery and café. The…

Spring cottage

Restored character cottage in Wye Valley. Set within extensive woodlands and garden featuring two…

The Three Tuns

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

The Granary

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

Newbridge on Usk

An award-winning five star, two AA Rosette Restaurant and is located in Tredunnock near Usk a few…

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)…

Swallows Nest Front

A self catering cottage just 2 miles from the centre of Abergavenny (the Gateway to Wales), an area…

Bar

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

The Brambles

Self catering in Monmouth.

Larchfield Grange Exterior

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

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