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Visit Monmouthshire in spring

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  1. Easter Egg
    Take part in Llandegfedd Lake's 2026 Easter Trails Collect trail maps from the activity centre, then head out to explore Llandegfedd Lake and find all the wildlife signs.
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      2025 Great Taste Award winning products in Monmouthshire.

    Things To Do Highlights

    Goytre Wharf

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

    Kittys Orchard Wild Meadow b (Julie Smith)

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

    Beacon Hill Bluebells

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

    St. David's Church

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

    Craft Renaissance Gallery

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

    Bigsweir Bridge

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

    Monmouth Leisure Centre

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

    St. Issui Partrishow

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

    Usk Castle

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

    St. Mary's Chepstow

    St Mary's Priory has been a centre for prayer and worship for over 950 years. St Mary's Priory is…

    Treowen Manor

    A Noble Mansion. It occupies a commanding situation from whence are surveyed some of the most…

    Kingstone Brewery

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

    Veddw by Callum Baker

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

    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 Michael and All Angels Llanfiangel Rogiet

    Medieval church with 13th-century effigies and a 15th century bell which was the wedding place of…

    Warren Slade

    Woodland in Thornwell on the southeast edge of Chepstow. With dramatic views on top of cliffs at…

    Church of St Stephen & St Tathan

    This is perhaps one of the earliest Christian sites in the county, possibly in Wales

    The Kymin

    The Kymin is a charming 18th-century Round House (now a holiday property) and Naval Temple standing…

    Monmouth Methodist Church

    Founded in 1835, Monmouth Methodist Church is one of Monmouth’s architectural “hidden gems”.

    Virtuous Well

    A medieval well famous for its cures.

    Wyeswood Common (Lauri Maclean)

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

    Black Rock Fishermen

    The lave net fishermen of Black Rock promote the fishery as a heritage site and invite all to enjoy…

    Rogiet Countryside Park

    A free entry countryside park on the Gwent Levels, managed by Monmouthshire Countryside Service.

    The Giant's Cave, by @gavinje

    The Giant's Cave is a dramatic viewpoint along the Wye Valley Walk north of Chepstow.

    Events coming up in Monmouthshire

    PIzza at the farm, wood fired pizzas by orchard kitchen bar by silver circle distillery showing pizza graphic image with dripping cheese.

    Wood fired pizzas and cocktails at a distillery on a working farm.

    Openings

    Season

    24th April 2026-18th September 2026
    White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

    Our Tour is a wonderful opportunity to experience first hand an award winning Welsh Vineyard.

    Openings

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    1st May 2026-4th May 2026

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    22nd May 2026-25th May 2026
    A female singer closes her eyes and sings into the microphone, surrounded by text promoting her live gig

    Multi award-winning vocalist, songwriter and saxophonist performs a live show encompassing her own…

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    Season

    2nd May 2026
    The Dell Vineyard field of vines

    Visit The Dell Vineyard on the first Saturday of every month for a vineyard pop up with fantastic…

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    12:00 - 18:00

    2nd May 2026
    Border Counties Vintage Club

    Enjoy the sights and sounds of steam this May in Monmouth with the Border Counties Steam and…

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    2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026
    Chepstow Castle

    Enjoy medieval displays, have-a-go archery and sword school at Chepstow Castle.

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    2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
    Re-enactors

    Enjoy an interactive introduction to medieval life at Tintern Abbey.

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    2nd May 2026-4th May 2026

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    6th June 2026-7th June 2026
    Photograph of people, puppets and flags walking down Monmouth high street during Wye Valley River Festival

    The Wye Valley River Festival this May to bring Magic, Merriment and a little Mayhem to Monmouth! …

    Openings

    Season

    2nd May 2026
    The Boat inn Penallt evening night scene people drinking outside with lights and party atmosphere in monmouth

    Rock the Boat returns this May! Come and support our incredible lineup of acts amidst stunning…

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    2nd May 2026

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    3rd May 2026
    Abergavenny artisan Markets

    Abergavenny Artisan Markets Showcasing local makers, food producers, artists, florists,…

    Openings

    Season

    3rd May 2026
    South Wales Car Festival

    Join the premier celebration of cars at Chepstow Racecourse with the South Wales Car Festival 2026.

    Openings

    Season

    3rd May 2026-5th May 2026
    Abergavenny music festival in Abergavenny Castle night scene with band and crowd

    Enjoy a fantastic day of music at AM Fest! A great day out for all the family with 2 stages and…

    Openings

    Season

    3rd May 2026
    Monlife abergavenny markets, toys and teddy

    Come along and join us for another great family day out at the Toy & Train Collectors Fair 2026.…

    Openings

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    4th May 2026
    magor town shops and paths

    Come to Magor Square and enjoy the annual Magor May Fayre. There'll be treats, drinks, homemade…

    Openings

    Season

    4th May 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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    Italian Evening

    7th May 2026

    Let's celebrate Welsh Wine Week

    4th June 2026

    Live Fire Kitchen

    23rd July 2026

    Live Fire Kitchen

    20th August 2026

    Tapas Evening

    17th September 2026
    the band

    Swing from Paris: an evening of Parisian-flavoured music

    Openings

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    8th May 2026
    musical instruments wooden

    Performances and demonstrations throughout the day.

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    9th May 2026-10th May 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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    9th May 2026

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    30th December 2026
    A woman photographing a butterfly - a film flyer for Searching for Satyrus

    A woman's quest to reconnect with her late father through a rare butterfly becomes an unexpected…

    Openings

    Season

    9th May 2026
    Glebe House

    Visit Glebe House garden.

    Openings

    Season

    9th May 2026-10th May 2026
    charming willow obelisk made by hand in Catbrook Chepstow, placed in garden with mature trees

    Learn to make a willow obelisk suitable for your garden climbers like sweet peas and take it home!…

    Openings

    Season

    9th May 2026
    Sarah Waycott and Olivia Dance

    Sarah and Olivia present a programme in two halves exploring a French-American connection in music.

    Openings

    Season

    10th May 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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    10th May 2026

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    14th June 2026

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    Morris Minor Branch Rally

    Come along to Caldicot Castle and see over 230 classic cars, including (of course) many Morris…

    Openings

    Season

    10th May 2026

    Accommodation Highlights

    Restaurant 1861

    Relax in one of our six stylish guest rooms after enjoying our delicious food.

    Three Mountains Luxury Retreat

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

    Skirrid Mountain Inn

    The Skirrid Mountain Inn is situated in Llanvihangel Crucorney; a small village just off the A465;…

    Flagstone Open Fire

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

    Back of house

    Old Hendre is a working farm with high quality accommodation for active people. The modern…

    The Greyhound

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

    Top Barn

    Top Barn is a beautifully Converted Stone Barn with amazing views in a secluded setting.

    The Three Salmons

    The Three Salmons Hotel is perfect for your stay, whether you are enjoying the Usk Valley Walk or…

    The Three Tuns

    The Three Tuns is a 16th Century Inn located next to the Castle in the historical town of Chepstow…

    Church Hill Farm

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

    Church Farm Guest House

    A spacious and homely 16thC former farmhouse (grade II listed) with oak beams and inglenook…

    Llanbrook cottage exterior

    Self catering in Abergavenny

    St Pierre Exterior

    Delta Hotels by Marriott St Pierre Country Club is built around a beautiful 14thC manor house & is…

    Castle Narrowboats

    For a break that offers real relaxation, try a narrow boat holiday on the Monmouthshire and Brecon…

    Road House Narrowboats

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

    Green Dyffryn Barn

    Enjoying a quietly secluded rural location and stunning panoramic views over the Vale of Usk to the…

    Lake House Decking

    Welcome to our new luxury self-catering holiday home. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, with a…

    Penylan Farm

    Situated in the heart of Monmouthshire on a working farm which was originally part of the Rolls…

    Rockfield Coach House

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

    The Chickenshed

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

    The rustic ivy-covered exterior of the Blorenge cottage

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

    Maple Holiday Home

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

    Old Schoolhouse

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

    Bar

    16C inn in the heart of Chepstow. Excellent food (AA rosette) both restaurant and bar meals,…

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