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Things To Do Highlights

@robertmintonphotography St Marys Tintern

[Currently Closed to Public] The ruins of St. Mary's Church are on the hill above the former Abbey…

Bluebells at Goytre Hall Wood

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

Kingstone Brewery

At Kingstone Brewery, our passion is real beer. Uncompromised by the inflexibility of modern…

St Peter's Church Dixton

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

Chepstow Museum

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

Wyeswood Common (Lauri Maclean)

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

Beacon Hill Bluebells

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

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

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

Hen Gwrt Moated Site

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

Hive Mind

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

couple enjoy walking through  Coed Y Bwnydd Hill Fort & Woodlands with bluebells

Coed y Bwnydd is the largest and possibly best-preserved Iron Age hill fort in Monmouthshire, with…

Goodrich castle

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

Castle Meadows

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

Kittys Orchard Wild Meadow b (Julie Smith)

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

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…

St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy

Visit the most crooked church in Britain at Cwmyoy.

Keeper's Pond

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

Usk Castle

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

The Dell Vineyard 2

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

Amazing Alpacas

Amazing Alpacas is a farm specialising in breeding these beautiful and enchanting South American…

Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

Bluebells at Buckholt Wood

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

St. Issui Partrishow

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

Three Pools

Three Pools is a farm and event space looking to demonstrate regenerative farming and permaculture…

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…

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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

Swanmeadow Holiday Cottages

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

Glentrothy Old Stable

Glentrothy Old Stables Cottage is situated in a very peaceful position on the lovely Glentrothy…

Caban Bryn Arw

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

The King's Head Monmouth

This is a grade II listed building, originally a 17th-century coaching inn. All of the 24 bedrooms…

Penydre Farm Bed & Breakfast

Stay in a beautifully converted 17th Century Coach in the quaint village of Llanfihangel Crucourney…

Mistletoe Cottage

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

website screen shot showing cana boat and wording Goytra Wharf canal boat hire  - Monmouthshire boating holidays

Canal boats offer something different from your usual holiday. Reach levels of peace and quiet…

Garn-Y-Skirrid

Garn-y Skirrid Cabin is a wooden cabin for 1 or 2 people (two single beds that can be pulled…

Cromwell's Hideaway

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

Rockfield Coach House

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

Days Inn Magor

Situated within easy reach of the M4. Gateway to Wales, Less than a Mile from Magor, 10 minutes…

Birdsong Cottage

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

Smithy's Bunkhouse

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

Larchfield Grange Exterior

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

Caradog Cottages

Seven beautiful self catering cottages in and around Abergavenny

Tŷ Magor

With comfortable rooms and easy check-in, good WiFi, and great coffee, Tŷ Magor has just what you…

Cae Deini

Cae Deini

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)…

Middle Ninfa

Are you a family or activity group looking for a friendly/comfortable/quiet Bunkhouse/Cottage for…

The Chickenshed

Great architecture, clean design and fine views over the Monmouthshire countryside combine in a…

Sugarloaf Vineyard

Cosy studio cottages based on our Vineyard. Single storey open plan living with a double bedroom…

Usk Castle Knights

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

Aqueduct Cottage

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

Croeso/ Welcome

Enjoy the comfort and convenience of Old Rectory Barn. All bedrooms are en suite. Follow local…

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