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Things To Do Highlights

View of chapel in the sunshine from outside looking at the door, car park, steps and a ramp with a handrail are in front. The chapel is surrounded by

Prayer chapel in the countryside, open to the walkers and general public - with free refreshments,…

Beacon Park Boat on Mon & Brec Canal

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

St Nicholas Church Trellech

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

bee orchid on Dixton embankment Monmouth (Chris Deeney)

Dixton Embankment is a grassland gem on the banks of the River Wye at Monmouth.

The Chapel & Kitchen

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

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.

St Michael & All Saints Church

Whatever your faith , we welcome you to enjoy the tranquility of our church, a place of quiet…

Abbey Tintern Furnace

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

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…

Beacon Park Cottages

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

Caerwent Roman Town

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

Llanfoist Crossing

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

Hen Gwrt Moated Site

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

Penallt Church

Penallt Old Church is the oldest building in the village, dating from the early 13th century and…

Eagle's Nest Viewpoint

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

Harold's Stones, Gemma Kate Wood

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

Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

Bigsweir Bridge

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

Tintern Wireworks Bridge

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

St Arvans Church

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

St. David's Church

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

The Dell Vineyard 2

The Dell Vineyard is a small, family-run vineyard near Raglan selling award-winning wine.

Stunning landscape

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

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…

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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11th September 2026
Pocket Choral

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

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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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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…

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12th September 2026-13th September 2026
Usk Show

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

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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!

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12th September 2026
St. David's Church

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

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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…

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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…

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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…

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18th September 2026
Back to Nature Fest

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

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19th September 2026
ARW Trail

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

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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 &…

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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

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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.

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Season

20th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Stone Rock Lodge

Stone Rock Lodge is a bed & breakfast just a short walk from the historic Chepstow Castle and…

Lamb and Flag

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

Farmhouse, Mallards Barn, Oaklands Cottage, The Cygnet Sudio

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

Coach & Horses Caerwent

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

Raglan Lodge

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

Glen Yr Afon

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

The Greyhound

The Greyhound is a traditional country inn, situated within the beautiful Vale of Usk, offering the…

Harvest Home Shepherd Lodges made of wood looks like shepherds hut in field blue skys in monmouthshire near cardiff

Welcome to Harvest Home 2020 bespoke Shepherd Lodges, situated around a large natural wildlife…

Abergavenny Premier Inn

Whether you're a hiker, biker or nature-lover, our Premier Inn Abergavenny hotel is great for a…

Cromwell's Hideaway

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

Three Mountains Luxury Retreat

Three Mountains Luxury Retreats is set in the medieval Goytre Hall, which has been recently…

Royal George Tintern

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

Bridge Inn Llanfoist

The Bridge Inn at Llanfoist, known as “The Bridge” is a small privately owned pub perched on the…

Smithy's Bunkhouse

Smithy's Bunkhouse is situated on a working hill farm in the Black Mountains area of the Brecon…

Dorlands Exterior

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

Self catering cottage ground level for 2 adults

Self catered single storey holiday rental perched above the River Wye within walking distance of…

Church Hill Farm

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

Penhein Glamping

Welcome to Penhein – an award-winning luxury glampsite in beautiful South Wales - for meaningful…

Swallows Nest Front

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

Night Sky

Small friendly site with a shower and toilet block. the nearest shop and pub is only 300yds away in…

Cae Deini

Cae Deini

The Piggery

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

Woodlake Shepherd's Hut

Enjoy a romantic retreat at this luxurious shepherd’s hut.

Highlands Cottage

Charming converted stone stables. Set in an orchard, with stunning views. Close to the River…

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