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  1. Winter in Monmouthshire
    Winter & Christmas in Monmouthshire, the Wye Valley & South-East Wales.
  2. Snowdrops
    Garden open to view beautiful Snowdrop display and sculptures. Warming homemade refreshments, snowdrops and artworks available to purchase.
    1. 29th Jan 20261st Feb 2026
    2. 5th Feb 20268th Feb 2026
    3. 12th Feb 202615th Feb 2026
  3. Honeyade from Hive Mind

    2025 Great Taste Award winning products in Monmouthshire.

Things To Do Highlights

Whitestone Picnic Site

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

Abbey Mill

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

Wentwood Forest

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

Church of St Mary's at Llanfair Kilgeddin

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

Margaret's Wood (Lauri MacLean)

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

Sugarloaf Vineyard

Welcome to Sugar Loaf Vineyard. Our wines have achieved Quality Status from the European Wine…

Captivate Gallery

Visit Captivate Gallery at 11 St Mary’s Street—stop by to say hello, enjoy local art, and mingle in…

Monmouth Leisure Centre

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

Monnow Bridge

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

Wye Valley Arts Centre

The Wye Valley Arts Centre in the heart of the picturesque village of Llandogo is an inspiring…

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

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

Veddw by Callum Baker

Located deep in the heart of Monmouthshire, Veddw House Garden has been created through more than…

St Arvans Church

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

Craft Renaissance Gallery

Established in 2001, Craft Renaissance is a collective of independent businesses based in a…

Llanover Garden

A stunning & unique 15 acre historic garden with unusual herbaceous plants, shrubs and trees, a…

Shire Hall Monmouth Sunshine

The Shire Hall Museum in Monmouth will close to the public on 20 December 2025 and will be closed…

Silver Circle Distillery Building

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

Llanfoist Crossing

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

Grosmont Castle

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

Bluebells at Goytre Hall Wood

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

Castle Meadows

In the centre of Abergavenny, easily accessible from the town centre. Some 20 hectares of riverside…

Tintern Abbey from Devil's Pulpit

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

View from the alcove

Piercefield woods are the gateway to the Lower Wye Valley, stretching for over 3km along the river…

Skenfrith Castle

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

Events coming up in Monmouthshire

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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27th December 2025-28th December 2025
Coral Welsh Grand National

Don't miss out on this iconic racing fixture. Celebrate Welsh passion with the thrills of racing!

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27th December 2025
Cartoon Reindeer

Santa's reindeers are back at Chepstow Castle… and they're still not toilet trained!

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27th December 2025-31st December 2025
New Years Eve Ball

Join us for our Parisian themed New Years Eve Gala Ball

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31st December 2025
Festive Forages

Join me for a special Festive Forage on Christmas Eve or New Year's Day morning, and enjoy…

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31st December 2025
Catbrook New Year Celidh

Bring houseguests or the whole family to this lively evening of music and dancing! Caller and live…

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31st December 2025-1st January 2026
Walking in Monmouthshire

A 3 mile (5 km) walk through Ninewells Wood to Cleddon Falls with (hopefully!) fine views across…

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17th January 2026
Mari Lwyd

Come to Chepstow this January and enjoy one of the most interesting traditions in Wales, the annual…

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24th January 2026
Snowdrops

Garden open to view beautiful Snowdrop display and sculptures. Warming homemade refreshments,…

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29th January 2026-1st February 2026

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5th February 2026-8th February 2026

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12th February 2026-15th February 2026
Bowls of Curry

Quiz and Curry hosted by Monmouth Male Voice Choir

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13th February 2026
Fermentation Workshop

Crafty Pickle have teamed up with the incredible Chloe from Gourmet Gatherings to bring you a…

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21st March 2026-22nd March 2026
Wild Garlic Shirenewton Woods

Join Chepstow Walkers are Welcome for 6 days of walking fun at the annual Chepstow Walking…

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7th April 2026-12th April 2026
Donaheys Dancing With The Stars Weekend Experience Celtic Manor dance classes shows strictly  professionals Gorka Marquez Karen Hauer Anton du Beke Gi

Dancing With The Stars Weekend at the 5★ Celtic Manor Resort 2026 A luxury weekend of dancing,…

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17th April 2026-19th April 2026
The Green

Exclusive Garden Tour at two gardens - The Green (Herefordshire) & Blackbrook Estate for Perennial…

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11th June 2026
Donaheys Dancing With The Stars Weekend Experience Celtic Manor Resort dance classes shows strictly come dancing professionals Aljaz , Janette  Amy Do

If you love Strictly, this is your Ultimate 5* Weekend Break

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17th July 2026-19th July 2026
Pedal cyclist

Cycle 82, 57 or 25 miles and explore the beauty of the Wye Valley with routes for beginners to…

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20th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Franky's Hideout

Welcome to Franky's Hideout This beautiful shepherds hut has everything you could wish for!

Goose & Cuckoo

The Goose and Cuckoo offers wonderful views, good beer, home-cooked locally sourced food and a wide…

Caban Bryn Arw

A stunning shepherd's hut nestled in the Black Mountains of South Wales.

Harvest Home Countryside

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

The Whitebrook

Stay at the award winning Whitebrook Restaurant with Rooms, set in the beautiful Wye Valley, 5…

Highlands Cottage

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

The leafy entrance to the Sugarloaf, accessed by a short set of steps or a path from the car park

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

Llanthony Priory

Stay at the stunning Llanthony Priory, deep in the Black Mountains. 

Cromwell's Hideaway

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

Llanbrook cottage exterior

Self catering in Abergavenny

Little Barn Usk

Delightfully converted barn for 2 people - set in its own private garden with beautiful views.

Wood Cottage

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

Orchard Wagon

Highlands Campsite is a perfect hideaway yet with stunning views across the valley. Peaceful…

Flagstone Open Fire

Flagstone Cottage is a perfect holiday cottage for two and also spacious enough for a small family.…

Mayhill Hotel

Located in the heart of the scenic Wye Valley and only a minute's walk from the banks of the river…

High View Barn

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

Long Barn - View from Patio

Long Barn is a beautifully Converted Stone Barn above the Wye Valley, Monmouth with great views…

The Ferns

'The Ferns' B&B is situated in the pretty village of Llandenny set in the heart of the beautiful…

The Riverside Hotel

In the heart of the Wye Valley, The Riverside Hotel is a family run business, situated by the new…

Willowbrook

Sleep in a 1976 bus, kitted out with a cosy wood burner, and a kettle for your morning cup of tea.

Road House Narrowboats

The ‘Mon & Brec Canal’ is considered by many to be the most scenic waterway of all and lies within…

Maple Holiday Home

Maple Holiday Home is a brand new, two double bedroom holiday home situated in a quiet suburb of…

Dolly's Barn at Christmas

Dolly's Barn has stunning views and a lovely relaxed atmosphere for your well earned break with…

Usk Castle Knights

You can’t get any closer to history – this imaginative glamping is in the grounds of Usk Castle.

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