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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

    Church of St Stephen & St Tathan

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

    The Lonely Shepherd (by @tristans_treks)

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

    Skenfrith Castle

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

    Natural Resources Wales sign post pointing to trails, Manor Brook Leap and Manor Wood Walk

    Manor Wood is on the edge of a quiet village on the eastern side of the Wye Valley.

    Beacon Hill Bluebells

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

    @itkapp Cleddon Shoots

    Cleddon Shoots is a beautiful part of the Wye Valley above the village of Llandogo, with great…

    Cute Farm Experience

    Private Tailor Made Farm Experiences in Monmouthshire with friendly, cute animals! Private…

    Monmouth Castle

    Castle established by William Fitz Osbern in the late 11th century. The remains of the great hall…

    Sudbrook Interpretation Centre

    Discover the history of Sudbrook and the Severn Tunnel, Wales' crucial rail link with England.

    St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy

    Visit the most crooked church in Britain at Cwmyoy.

    Clydach Ironworks

    Explore the remains of Clydach Ironworks in the Blaenavon World Heritage Site, with parking and a…

    Hen Gwrt Moated Site

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

    @robertmintonphotography St Marys Tintern

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

    Roe Deer Buck, Rogiet Poorlands (Conrad Petersen)

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

    Highfields Farm

    This is a garden defined by its plants. There are over 1200 cultivars, with many rarities, densely…

    Grosmont Castle

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

    Cornwall House

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

    Chippenham fields in monmouth showing open park with green grass, mature beautiful trees and sunny day

    Chippenham fields, Monmouth Sports Association and Two Rivers Meadow, open park in Monmouth Town.

    Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

    Llanover Garden

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

    Bigsweir Bridge

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

    Strawberry Cottage Wood (Gabi Horup)

    A tranquil and secluded ancient oak woodland, home to stunning woodland flowers, charismatic…

    Monmouth Savoy

    The Monmouth Savoy is a listed building that has been a centre of community life and entertainment…

    Penallt Church

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

    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
    Talon The Acoustic Collection - handle with care back on the road 2026

    Sitting on bar stools and armed with no more than their trademark four-part vocal harmony, acoustic…

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    5th 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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    Lord  Raglan Trip Boat at Goytre Wharf

    Enjoy skippered trips along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal from Goytre Wharf, where the…

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    5th June 2026-7th June 2026
    Lord Chamberlain Othello

    Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this summer at Raglan Castle for a live production of Othello.

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    6th June 2026
    Frosty Llwyn Celyn

    The Landmark Trust are opening historic Grade-I listed house, Llwyn Celyn in the Black Mountains…

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    6th June 2026-7th June 2026

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    19th September 2026-20th September 2026
    Abergavenny Arts festival, Abergavenny Castle, sat 6th June FREE 10am - 7pm

    The free Arts Festival at Abergavenny Castle - free entry, free workshops, music, stortelling,…

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    6th June 2026
    Country and Western Racenight

    It's time to bring Nashville to South Wales as we celebrate a Country & Western Racenight at…

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    6th June 2026
    Chepstow Castle

    Civil War living history encampment at Chepstow Castle. Try on armour, handle weapons and take part…

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    6th June 2026
    Nant Y Bedd Garden

    Join Liz Knight of Forage Fine Foods for a foraging tour of Nant-y-Bedd Gardens in the Black…

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    6th June 2026
    6 june
12-6pm
Miniyakis Japanese soul food
Tobias Robertson live from 1:30pm

    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

    6th June 2026
    Re-enactors

    Enjoy an interactive introduction to medieval life at Tintern Abbey.

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    6th June 2026-7th June 2026
    Rockfield Park

    Rockfield Park is a riverside garden with meadows and an orchard, and complimented by many nearby…

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    7th June 2026
    Journey of the Shapeshifter - performing artists swing on a rope

    A circus and theatre show with live folk music, performed in Welsh, for families and audiences of…

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    7th June 2026
    Trellech Tump

    Join Chepstow Walkers are Welcome (in association with Monmouthshire Countryside) on a 5.5 mile…

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    7th June 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
    Falcon at Chepstow Castle

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

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    Jubilant Jam

    Jubilant Jam Making

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    13th June 2026

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    Falcon in display at Tintern Abbey

    Come and see majestic birds in flight at Tintern Abbey.

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    13th June 2026

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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
    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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    Accommodation Highlights

    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…

    Three Castles Caravan Park

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

    Larchfield Grange Exterior

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

    Wye Valley Hotel

    The Wye Valley Hotel is a small, friendly, family-run country inn sited in Tintern – a charming…

    The Coach House

    The Coach House offers self catering accommodation within the tranquil grounds of Lam Rim Buddhist…

    PODS EXTERIOR

    Stay at one of our secluded woodland lodges in the grounds of The Crown at Pantygelli.

    Smithy's Bunkhouse

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

    Mistletoe Cottage

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

    Black Lion Guest House

    A high quality 4 star family run guest house. A new traditional family run guest house situated in…

    Middle Ninfa

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

    New Court Inn

    After purchasing The New Court Inn in November 2012,the owners have lovingly restored the inn back…

    Castle Narrowboats

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

    Franky's Hideout

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

    Bar

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

    Hardwick Farm

    Set in the beautiful and tranquil Usk valley and with panoramic views of the Black mountains, we…

    Oak Apple Tree

    An idyllic woodland oasis on an organic farm

    Upper Bettws Cottages

    The Upper Bettws Cottages (Hafod & Cuddfan) are high in the Black Mountains of the Bannau…

    The Three Salmons

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

    Long Barn - View from Patio

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

    Penylan Farm

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

    The Angel Hotel

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

    Hen Ty & Dan y Berllan

    Two traditional welsh stone self-catering holiday cottages just 3 miles from Abergavenny with…

    Ty Gardd

    Great House Hideaways offers two unique cabins in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside near…

    Sugarloaf Vineyard

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

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