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Things To Do Highlights

Kittys Orchard Wild Meadow b (Julie Smith)

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

The Chapel & Kitchen

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

St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy

Visit the most crooked church in Britain at Cwmyoy.

Silver Circle Distillery Building

Silver Circle Distillery is a microdistillery in the beautiful Wye Valley near Monmouth, creating…

Wye Valley Sculpture Garden

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

Croes Robert Wood Nature Reserve (Lowri Watkins)

Like something out of a fairy-tale, this stunning ancient woodland is a tranquil place to stroll…

Keeper's Pond

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

Monmouth Leisure Centre

Climb to new heights with Monmouth Premier Play Centre, featuring an exciting 3 storey, action pack…

Grosmont Castle

Substantial remains of thirteenth-century castle of Hubert de Burgh, raised on an earlier motte. It…

St Arvans Church

Medieval parish church of potential ninth century Celtic origin, named after the 9th century hermit…

Hive Mind

We are a small, family run company founded by two brothers and based in the beautiful Wye Valley,…

Court Robert Arts

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

lower minnetts field spring 2019 (hugh gregory)

Lower Minnets is a small hay meadow hidden amongst dense woodland near Caldicot.

Goytre Wharf

Goytre Wharf is a 200 year old industrial heritage site that includes a busy visitor centre and…

White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

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

Hen Gwrt Moated Site

Probably a manorial site belonging to the bishops of Llandaff in the thirteenth and fourteenth…

Monnow Bridge

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

Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

Chepstow Museum

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

Tintern Abbey from Devil's Pulpit

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

St. Issui Partrishow

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

St Nicholas Church Trellech

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

Chepstow Castle

Chepstow Castle is a must-visit as the oldest post-Roman stone castle in the UK (with the oldest…

St. David's Church

St. David's Church is found in the beautiful village of Llandewi Skirrid, nestled in the foothills…

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
Stool Making course woodworking near Usk Monmouthshire in woodlands

Green woodworking courses near Bristol, Cardiff and Newport

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Coffee Table / Small Bench

9th September 2026-10th September 2026
Masters of Deception people look at camera bright lights and theatre

The Ultimate Magic & Illusion Show for all Ages

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Season

11th September 2026
Pocket Choral

The Pocket Choral Society arrive in Catbrook from the elusive village of Pocket with a wonderfully…

Openings

Season

11th September 2026
Archery

Experience the sights and sounds of medieval life, as historical re-enactment group Bowlore takes…

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12th September 2026

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13th September 2026
Jules Hudson smiles at camera

An intimate evening in conversation with beloved countryside broadcaster Jules Hudson.

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12th September 2026
St Teilos Churchyard

Open day for St. Teilo's Church including tours of the bell tower, teddy bear parachute jumps,…

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12th September 2026
three alpacas in a pen with visitors; a little girl holds an owl on her arm.

The Landmark Trust are opening historic Grade-I listed house, Llwyn Celyn in the Black Mountains…

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Season

12th September 2026-13th September 2026
@robertmintonphotography St Marys Tintern

Explore the ruins of St. Mary's Church in Tintern as part of Cadw's Open Doors Festival. This is a…

Openings

Season

12th September 2026-13th September 2026
Usk Show

The Usk Show is a family friendly event showcasing the best of rural life in Monmouthshire

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
Llanthony Priory

Enjoy a free guided tour of Llanthony Priory and learn all about monastic life in medieval times.

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12th September 2026

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13th September 2026
The History of Rock

Relive the greatest years of rock live on stage!

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
St. David's Church

Explore the medieval church of St. David's as part of Cadw's Open Doors event.

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
Highfields Farm Garden with rich planting and beautiful design with house in view

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

Openings

Season

13th September 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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13th September 2026

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11th October 2026

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8th November 2026

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13th December 2026
White Castle Vineyard view of vines

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

Openings

Tapas Evening

17th September 2026
David Olusoga: The Global History of the British Cup of Tea

In this brand-new talk, David Olusoga uses art and photography, history and humour to uncover the…

Openings

Season

18th September 2026
Back to Nature Fest

Immerse yourself in the natural farmland at Trellech Grange with Back to Nature, a natural…

Openings

Season

19th September 2026
ARW Trail

Usk Civic Society presents in conjunction with CADW’s Open Doors a Guided Walk of Alfred Russel…

Openings

Season

19th September 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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19th September 2026

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17th October 2026

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29th December 2026

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30th December 2026
Abergavenny Food Festival in abergavenny castle with crowds watching firepit display on sunny day looks fun

120+ producers, 80+ events, 16+ Live Music Acts. Cooking over Fire, Live Chef Demos, Talks &…

Openings

Season

19th September 2026-20th September 2026
A group of cyclists smile while waiting at the start line in chepstow

Take on Pedal Wye Valley and cycle through the stunning Wye Valley while raising vital funds for…

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
Llanover Lake

Visit Llanover Garden for our annual Rare Plant Fair. Entry includes both access to the garden and…

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
View over South Gardens, Veddw

Open days for Veddw House Garden.

Openings

Season

20th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

broadley cottages

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

The Hafod

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

Road House Narrowboats

Come and experience the beautiful Monmouthshire and Brecon canal on one of our five narrowboats. …

PODS EXTERIOR

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

Clare's Cottage

A beautiful cottage located in an area of outstanding natural beauty nestled between the Wye Valley…

Black Lion Guest House

A high quality 4 star family run guest house. A new traditional family run guest house situated in…

Crown Cottage Cadw

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

Beacon Park Cottages

Our three cottages are nestled around Llanfoist Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, near…

The Brambles

Self catering in Monmouth.

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

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

The Coach House

The Coach House offers self catering accommodation within the tranquil grounds of Lam Rim Buddhist…

Ty Gardd

Great House Hideaways offers two unique cabins in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside near…

The Wain House Bunkbarn

Group accommodation in the Barn, The Wain House.This old stone barn used to house the market cart…

Llwyn Celyn

At the southern end of the beautiful Llanthony Valley in the Black Mountains stands Llwyn Celyn, an…

Cwrt Bleddyn

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

Green Dyffryn Barn

The Hame is a spacious grade II listed holiday home, also ideally located in the heart of the…

Glen Yr Afon

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

Kingstone Brewery Hop Garden

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

Dorlands Exterior

2 lovely properties and a luxury shepherds hut with stunning views available to rent individually…

Birdsong Cottage

Birdsong Cottage is a beautiful holiday cottage in a secluded valley in the heart of…

Coach & Horses Caerwent

The Coach and Horses Inn is a 17th century Inn located in Caerwent, Monmouthshire, South Wales.

The Angel Hotel

Set in an ideal location at the heart of the bustling market town of Abergavenny, The Angel Hotel…

The Beaufort

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

Box Barn Raglan accommodation showing decking area and barn is sunshine in monmouthshire rural location

Box Barn offers a distinctive holiday rental experience in Monmouthshire, perfect for…

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