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Visit Monmouthshire in Spring

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Be inspired in Monmouthshire

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  1. Food at the Whitebrook

    The Walnut Tree and The Whitebrook retain their Michelin stars for 2024, with The Whitebrook also achieving a coveted Michelin Green Star.

  2. Black Bear Inn Food

    Congratulations to the Black Bear Inn near Usk on being ranked the best Gastropub in Wales (and one of the top 100 in the UK) on the annual Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropub list.

Things To Do Highlights

Linda Vista Gardens

Linda Vista Gardens is a small public park next to Castle Meadows, with easy access to Abergavenny…

Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

Magor Procurator's House

Also known as Magor Mansion, the Procurator's House is the ruined remains of a mansion situated…

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

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

Cefn Ila by Tom Maloney

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

Goytre Hall Wood

This site is 3.5 hectares of gently undulating broad-leaved woodland, set amongst a similarly…

White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

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

Penallt Church

Penallt Old Church is the oldest building in the village. The focal point of the parish even for…

Borough Theatre

The Borough Theatre is a lively venue situated right in the centre of the historic market town of…

Wye Valley Arts Centre

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

Llanthony Priory

Priory of Augustinian canons founded early in the twelfth century in the beautiful and secluded…

Wyndcliffe Court

Anthony and Sarah Clay are thrilled to welcome garden visitors. Wyndcliffe Court House and Garden…

Chepstow Castle

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

Church of St Nicholas Grosmont

St Nicholas' Church in Grosmont is a 13th century parish church of notable size (due to the…

Roe Deer Buck, Rogiet Poorlands (Conrad Petersen)

Rogiet Poorland is a nature reserve on the edge of the Gwent Levels, featuring woodlands and scrub,…

Abbey Tintern Furnace

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

Tintern Wireworks Bridge

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

Nelson Gardens

Visit this hidden Georgian garden, a favourite of Admiral Nelson's, between 12 & 3pm every Friday…

Whitestone Picnic Site

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

Abergavenny Community Orchard

Community orchard next to Abergavenny Castle. As the sign on their gate says, ‘pick in small…

Stunning landscape

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

Nant Y Bedd Garden

Nant y Bedd is a 10 acre organic garden, river and woodland located at 1200 feet up in the Black…

Cornwall House

Town house, dating back to at least the 17th century. Red brick garden facade in Queen Anne style,…

lower minnetts field spring 2019 (hugh gregory)

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

Events coming up in Monmouthshire

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

An epic tale of passion, hope and redemption...

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17th April 2024-20th April 2024
Navigation_course

Beginner navigation day in Monmouth and the Wye Valley

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19th April 2024

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14th June 2024

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3rd August 2024
Abergavenny Writing Festival

Readings, talks, workshops and writing activities for all at the Abergavenny Writing Festival.

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19th April 2024-20th April 2024
Forest Retreats

Retreat to the forest and nurture your wellbeing on a three day eco-retreat at Hill Farm, Tintern.

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19th April 2024-21st April 2024

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27th September 2024-29th September 2024
Strictly Come Dancing Stars Appearing at Celtic Manor

Spend the weekend with our Dancing Stars at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort in South Wales…

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19th April 2024-21st April 2024
Wales Outdoor Walk

If you love history, legends, and nature, this guided walk near Monmouth in the Wye Valley is for…

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Longhouse Farm

Unfortunately this event has had to be cancelled. Longhouse Farm has a garden matured over 25…

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20th April 2024-21st April 2024
Guided walk Monmouthshire Countryside Access team

Join MonLife Countryside for this free 6 mile (10 km) walk to the summit of the Skirrid Mountain.…

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20th April 2024
Usk Farmers Market

A fabulous market running every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 9.30am-12pm

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20th April 2024

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Falcon

Get up close and personal with a variety of birds of prey this weekend at Chepstow Castle!

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20th April 2024-21st April 2024

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6th July 2024-7th July 2024
Falcon

Come and experience birds of prey up close and get to know a few of them!

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20th April 2024-21st April 2024

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21st September 2024-22nd September 2024
Veg Growing

Learn all about vegetable cultivation at Highfield Farm.

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20th April 2024
Abergavenny Baker Kitchen

Perfect the oldest form of leavened bread, sourdough, with The Abergavenny Baker. This class walks…

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20th April 2024

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25th June 2024
Classic Car Show

Come and see an array of classic cars on show at Chepstow Racecourse.

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21st April 2024
Nant Y Bedd Garden

A series of three workshops examining the different seasons. Discount available for booking all…

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21st April 2024

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26th May 2024

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14th July 2024
Navigation_course

Intermediate navigation skills course in the Black Mountains, close to Abergavenny

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22nd April 2024

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23rd September 2024
Image of The Fidelio Trio

The Trio broadcasts regularly on BBC Radio 3 and has been featured on a Sky Arts documentary.

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23rd April 2024
Caldicot Castle

​​​​​​​Come and join us at Caldicot Castle for a unique insight into the fascinating and chequered…

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Rockfield Music Studio

Fully booked for now. Check back soon for more dates. Enjoy a guided tour of the famous Rockfield…

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24th April 2024-25th April 2024

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1st May 2024-2nd May 2024
Image of Miles Jupp

Since Miles' last tour finished at The London Palladium in 2017, he's been in The Full Monty on…

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25th April 2024
Abergavenny Market

Abergavenny Farmers Market takes place on the 4th Thursday of every month from 9-12pm. This vibrant…

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Four members of a band standing on a stage

An evening of Parisian-flavoured jazz and Gypsy Swing at Llangrove Village Hall, presented by UK…

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25th April 2024
Three Pools

Join Three Pools for a guided tour of their new vineyard (planted 2021), followed by wine tasting…

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25th April 2024

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Abergavenny Night market

A great evening of delicious street food and amazing crafts!

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Accommodation Highlights

The Brambles

Self catering in Monmouth.

Hunters Moon Inn

Welcoming 13th century inn nestling in the glorious Monmouthshire countryside on Offa's Dyke…

Robin's Barn

Situated in an idyllic, rural setting in a designated area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 2 bedroom…

Forest Retreats

Hill Farm is a 15-acre smallholding overlooking the Wye Valley, comprising beautiful woodlands,…

Monmouth Premier Inn

Budget Hotel in Monmouth

Penhein Glamping

Welcome to Penhein – a multi award winning, family-run farm and glampsite in beautiful South Wales.

Rocklodge-exterior

Superb modern open-plan apartments at Symonds Yat Rock on the Wye Valley. Min stay 2 days, start…

The Walnut Tree

Two picturesque cottages next door to the Michelin Starred The Walnut Tree, just a short walk…

The Lychgate

Nestled between the wooded country park of Caldicot Castle and the historic Norman Church of St…

Wonderful views

Situated in the picturesque Usk valley, within the Brecon Beacons National Park. A small friendly…

Mistletoe Cottage Exterior

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

Cromwell's Hideaway

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

Birdsong Cottage

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

Tintern Abbey Cottage has a fabulous location opposite the Abbey in the stunning Wye Valley

Opposite Tintern Abbey. Sleeps 6 (3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) w/ whirlpool bath, 37" TV, parking &…

Photos of Outside the Cottages

Situated 2.5 miles from Abergavenny on small farm for people who want somewhere special. Peace and…

Crown Cottage Cadw

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

High View Barn

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

Old Schoolhouse

Built in 1877 and recently lovingly restored, this charming example of a Victorian headmaster’s…

Medley Meadow

Medley Meadow is a family run glamping and conservation site set in 9 acres of natural meadows and…

The Wild Hare Inn

We have a selection of bedrooms in our main house and our beautiful garden rooms each offering…

Little Barn Usk

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

Alfred Russell Wallace

The Alfred Russel Wallace restaurant is in the heart of Usk, Monmouthshire offering modern British…

Dolly's Barn at Christmas

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

Goose & Cuckoo

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

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