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Things To Do Highlights

Abbey Mill

Set amidst breathtaking scenery and situated on the banks of the River Wye in the original mill…

Beacon Park Cottages

Llanfoist Wharf is a picturesque corner of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, deep in the…

Clydach Ironworks

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

Monmouth St Marys

St. Mary's Priory Church, Monmouth is a beautiful church which is the parish and civic church for…

Church of St Stephen & St Tathan

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

Three Pools

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

Monmouth Castle

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

Usk Rural Life Museum

An independent museum crammed with reminders of Monmouthshire’s rural heritage.

Captivate Gallery

Visit Captivate Gallery at 11 St Mary’s Street—stop by to say hello, enjoy local art, and mingle in…

Eagle's Nest Viewpoint

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

Harold's Stones, Gemma Kate Wood

Harold's Stones date back 3,500 years to the Bronze Age.

Parva Vineyard

Leave the crowds behind & stroll amongst the vines admiring the views of Tintern & the picturesque…

St Michael & All Saints Church

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

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…

Linda Vista Gardens

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

Abergavenny Community Orchard

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

The Giant's Cave, by @gavinje

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

Cefn Ila by Tom Maloney

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

Abergavenny Castle

Abergavenny Museum is open every day 11 - 4 except Mondays and Wednesdays. The grounds of…

Ancre Hill Vineyard

A family run vineyard on south facing slopes in the beautiful Monmouthshire countryside. …

Keeper's Pond

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

@itkapp Cleddon Shoots

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

Blake Theatre

Not only do we aim to provide an interesting range of shows and a film club, we are also available…

Monmouth Priory

The Priory was founded in 1070 AD by Benedictine monks, and is one of the most historic buildings…

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…

Openings

Season

24th May 2026-13th September 2026
FREE MUSIC
Every Sunday in Summer 2.30 – 5PM
CHEPSTOW SUMMER MUSIC 2026
Bands on the Bandstand

Bands on the Bandstand

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31st May 2026-30th August 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
ART TRAIL
4–12 July 2026
Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire. 

55 studios free to visit – each open every day from 10–3 at least

ART TRAIL - 55 studios free to visit, each open every day from 10–3 at least

Openings

Season

4th July 2026-12th July 2026
Folk on the lawn abbey mill, tintern 9th -12th July 2026

Four days of music, spoken word, interviews, discussion panels and art on the banks of the Wye in…

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Season

9th July 2026-12th July 2026
Stool Making course woodworking near Usk Monmouthshire in woodlands

Green woodworking courses near Bristol, Cardiff and Newport

Openings

Coffee Table / Small bench

11th July 2026-12th July 2026

Stool Making (2 days)

15th August 2026-16th August 2026

Build your Own Shavehorse

5th September 2026

Coffee Table / Small Bench

9th September 2026-10th September 2026
Highfields Farm

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

Openings

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12th July 2026

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9th August 2026

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13th September 2026
Birch Tree Well

Visit Birch Tree Well garden.

Openings

Season

12th July 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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12th July 2026

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9th August 2026

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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
Big Love Festival

Big Love is the small festival with a BIG heart! Completely independent and home grown in the most…

Openings

Season

16th July 2026-19th July 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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17th July 2026

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24th July 2026

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31st July 2026

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7th August 2026

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14th August 2026

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21st August 2026

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28th August 2026

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4th September 2026
Donaheys Dancing With The Stars Weekend Experience Celtic Manor Resort dance classes shows strictly come dancing professionals Aljaz , Janette  Amy Do

If you love Strictly, this is your Ultimate 5* Weekend Break

Openings

Season

17th July 2026-19th July 2026
Dubs at the Castle

Dubs at the Castle is a fun-filled family camping weekend, brought to you by VW enthusiasts. This…

Openings

Season

17th July 2026-19th July 2026
Lord Chamberlain Othello

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

Openings

Season

18th July 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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18th July 2026

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25th July 2026

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1st August 2026

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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
Animated historical cartoon characters -

Magic open-air theatre for all the family at Abergavenny Castle this summer!

Openings

Season

18th July 2026
The Talking Pictures Festival of Film and TV

Kiki Dee heads a star-studded bill as Talking Pictures TV returns to the Savoy Theatre, Monmouth…

Openings

Season

18th July 2026-19th July 2026
Falcon at Chepstow Castle

Discover the ancient tradition of falconry at Chepstow Castle

Openings

Season

18th July 2026-19th July 2026
Silver Circle Gourmet Gatherings

In partnership with Silver Circle Distillery, join Chloe from Gourmet Gatherings on a wild…

Openings

Season

18th July 2026
She'Koyokh

She'Koyokh (Yiddish word meaning "nice one") are a seven piece, virtuosic, prize-winning band…

Openings

Season

19th July 2026
View over South Gardens, Veddw

Open days for Veddw House Garden.

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19th July 2026

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2nd August 2026

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16th August 2026

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6th September 2026

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20th September 2026
Wye Valley Chamber Music

Wye Valley Chamber Music’s Summer Residency will be welcoming young ensembles for a week of chamber…

Openings

Season

20th July 2026-26th July 2026
Chepstow Castle

Come and be entertained by our resident knight, and get a close-up look at medieval weaponry! 

Openings

Season

21st July 2026
White Castle Vineyard view of vines

Join us at White Castle Vineyard for our 2026 Summer Supper Clubs — a series of relaxed and…

Openings

Live Fire Kitchen

23rd July 2026

Live Fire Kitchen

20th August 2026

Tapas Evening

17th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

The Guest House

A warm welcome awaits you at Jenny’s Guest House, a perfect base for your visit to Abergavenny, the…

Willowbrook

Sleep in a 1976 bus, kitted out with a cosy wood burner, and a kettle for your morning cup of tea.

The Lodge

Nestled in the heart of Monmouthshire, on the outskirts of Usk, you'll find The Lodge by Cefn Tilla…

Bridge Inn Llanfoist

The Bridge Inn at Llanfoist, known as “The Bridge” is a small privately owned pub perched on the…

Long Barn - View from Patio

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

Three Mountains Luxury Retreat

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

Yew Tree Barn Exterior

Sleeps 6. Yew Tree Barn it is set on its own in the heart of rural Monmouthshire. It has a spacious…

The Brambles

Self catering in Monmouth.

Garn-Y-Skirrid

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

Crown Cottage Cadw

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

Beacon Park Cottages

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

Abergavenny Hotel

Set close to the centre of the historic market town of Abergavenny, The Abergavenny Hotel offers 4…

Wood Cottage

Six luxury holiday cottages nestled in the idyllic Monmouthshire countryside on the Welsh border,…

Hendre Farmhouse Orchard Campsite

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

The Granary

Situated on a working dairy farm, the Granary is in a very peaceful rural location yet only five…

Flagstone Open Fire

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

The Willows Double Bedroom

The Willows is a quiet country house tucked away at the end of a small private hamlet, situated…

Red Sky at Night Campsite

Red Sky at Night Campsite is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of day to day life…

Rockfield Coach House

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

Anne's Retreat

Complete seclusion & unparalleled luxury in a charming shepherd's hut. Anne’s Retreat is truly…

The Three Salmons

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

Farmhouse, Mallards Barn, Oaklands Cottage, The Cygnet Sudio

Welcome to Upper Tal-y-Fan Farm, the home of Monmouthshire Holidays, with three self-catering…

Werngochlyn

Cottages converted from 18th century barns 2½ miles from the market town of Abergavenny.

New Court Inn

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

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