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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.
    1. Honeyade from Hive Mind

      2025 Great Taste Award winning products in Monmouthshire.

    Things To Do Highlights

    St Cadoc's Penrhos

    St. Cadoc's Church in Penrhos is a Grade II* listed church near Raglan, Monmouthshire

    St Teilos Churchyard

    St. Teilo's Church was originally built in the 12th century on the site of a 6th century centre of…

    Caldicot Castle

    Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park.…

    Apple County Cider Orchard

    Apple County Cider is based near Skenfrith in Monmouthshire. The farm grows cider apples &…

    White Hare

    Gin distillery in the heart of Usk, Monmouthshire founded by Christos Kyriakidis.

    lower minnetts field spring 2019 (hugh gregory)

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

    The Lonely Shepherd (by @tristans_treks)

    Also known as the 'Peaky Stone', The Lonely Shepherd is a standing stone in the north-west of…

    The Kymin

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

    New Grove View (Roger James)

    New Grove Meadows are found at the top of the Wye Valley ridge near Trellech, offering spectacular…

    Priory Wood -  (Lowri Watkins)

    This stunning ancient woodland offers peace and tranquillity and a wealth of wildlife.

    St Michael & All Saints Church

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

    St Peter's Church

    St Peter’s Church is a small country church in a beautiful setting in the Usk valley just outside…

    Goodrich castle

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

    Eagle's Nest Viewpoint

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

    @dickie.dai.do

    Medieval church first mentioned in c1100 but likely 14th century in origin.

    Gwernesney Church Andy Marshall

    This diminutive Grade I listed church dates from the 13th century, and is said to house the oldest…

    Penallt Church

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

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

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

    Rogiet Countryside Park

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

    @em_wales Skirrid Fawr

    Enjoy stunning views over Monmouthshire and Abergavenny from the Skirrid Fawr (Big Skirrid),…

    White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

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

    Gallery at Home

    Welcome to Gallery at Home, a new contemporary art gallery in a little town called Usk.

    Veddw by Callum Baker

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

    St. Issui Partrishow

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

    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
    Nant Y Bedd Garden

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

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    4th June 2026-31st July 2026
    gwent wildlife trust meadow in monmouthshire / gwent showing flowers and butterflys

    Join Gwent Wildlife Trust to celebrate this magnificent reserve with a picnic in the meadow: learn…

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    9th June 2026
    small hand microscope looks at orchid in monmouthshire meadows

    Following on from Gwent Wildlife Trust beginner’s course on Wednesday, 3rd June, Andy Karran will…

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    9th June 2026
    The Green

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

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    11th June 2026
    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.

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    Jubilant Jam

    Jubilant Jam Making

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    Falcon at Chepstow Castle

    Raptor Wales join us at Raglan Castle with their birds of prey.  

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    Falcon in display at Tintern Abbey

    Come and see majestic birds in flight at Tintern Abbey.

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    Visitor enjoying the Monmouth Bee Festival

    Join Bees for Development on Saturday 13 June for the annual Monmouth Bee Festival 2026, a vibrant…

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    13th June 2026
    Rachel Podger, violin

    World-renowned period violinist, Rachel Podger and Brecon Baroque take the resurgence of the Arts…

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    14th June 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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    Highfields Farm

    Discover over 1200 cultivars, with many rarities, densely planted over 3 acres to generate an…

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    Jules Hudson: Wild at Heart portrait of man in field wearing country outdoor clothing

    An intimate evening with Jules Hudson discussing his new book 'Wild at Heart', career highlights,…

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    19th June 2026
    music score

    Step back in time and experience the magical melodies of the medieval era, with musicians Marco…

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    20th June 2026
    SILVER CIRCLE
WYE VALLEY
MIDSOMMAR

An afternoon of summer celebration & Nordic folklore
With Swedish maypole, flower crowns, traditional Midsommar lu

    Join us at Silver Circle Distillery for for an afternoon of midsummer ritual, folklore, aquavit and…

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    20th June 2026
    Sugar Loaf Vineyards - Wine and Cheese Evening

    A wine & cheese evening in collaboration with The Cheese Connection. 

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    Monmouthshire Vintage & Classic Car Show 11th red sports car

    Vintage & Classic Car Show, 300+ Vehicles. All Proceeds to Charity.

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    20th June 2026
    White Castle

    Join Chepstow Walkers are Welcome (in association with Monmouthshire Countryside) on a delightful 5…

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    20th June 2026
    Poster advertising a community workshop in Abergavenny. The left side has a green background with white text reading: “Abergavenny Community Learning,

    Willow Weaving Workshops, where you will make your own Dragonfly, Heart and Flower

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    23rd June 2026
    Caldicot Castle

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

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    Bench making green woodworking course in woodlands near Usk Monmouthshire

    Come to our outdoor workshop nestled in the woods and learn traditional woodworking skills using…

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    Pole Lathe Turning

    25th June 2026

    Spoon Carving

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    Spatula Making Evening

    9th July 2026

    Coffee Table / Small bench

    11th July 2026-12th July 2026

    Stool Making (2 days)

    15th August 2026-16th August 2026

    Build your Own Shavehorse

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    Abergavenny Market

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

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    inside Abergavenny Town hall during street food market, art hangs from roof and stalls full of food producers

    A great evening of delicious street food and amazing crafts!

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    Accommodation Highlights

    Llwyn Celyn

    At the southern end of the beautiful Llanthony Valley in the Black Mountains stands Llwyn Celyn, an…

    Swanmeadow Holiday Cottages

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

    Three Castles Caravan Park

    Small, high quality, touring caravan park for adults only, located in a beautiful part of rural…

    Blossom Touring Park

    Blossom Holiday Park is an exciting new development set in a south facing pear and plum orchard…

    Croeso/ Welcome

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

    Sugarloaf Vineyard

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

    Monastery

    Capel-y-ffin Monastery; self-catering accomodation high up in the beautiful Llanthony Valley.

    The Riverside Hotel

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

    Castle Narrowboats

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

    Alfred Russell Wallace

    The Alfred Russel Wallace Restaurant with Rooms had 5 en-suite rooms in the heart of Usk

    The Greyhound

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

    apple tree cabin

    The Secret Walled Garden is based within the beautiful countryside in Monmouth, The Wye Valley,…

    Photos of Outside the Cottages

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

    The Hafod

    Llwyn-on Hafod is situated near Hay-on-Wye on a small Welsh farm-holding of 50 acres of pasture,…

    The Angel Hotel

    Set in an ideal location at the heart of the bustling market town of Abergavenny, The Angel Hotel…

    Restaurant 1861

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

    Orchard Wagon

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

    Birdsong Cottage

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

    The Chickenshed

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

    The Stable Triley Court

    Triley Court Cottages is made up of two newly renovated stables, Golwg Y Mynydd and The Stable. 

    Hendre Farmhouse Orchard Campsite

    Our Monmouth campsite is set in the beautiful border countryside of England and Wales overlooking…

    Whitehill Farm

    Situated less that 3 miles from Monmouth, this self catering accommodation with magnificent views…

    Beacon Park Cottages

    Our three cottages are nestled around Llanfoist Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, near…

    Cefn Tilla Court

    Stay on the grounds of a beautiful 17th century country house in the heart of Monmouthshire. Five…

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