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Chepstow Castle

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

St. Issui Partrishow

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

Priory Wood -  (Lowri Watkins)

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

Grosmont Castle

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

Abergavenny Castle

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

Llangeview (c) Friends of Friendless Churches (2) Resized

Ancient church in an almost circular churchyard, with a 15th century rood beam and loft, and a…

Amazing Alpacas

Amazing Alpacas is a farm specialising in breeding these beautiful and enchanting South American…

Tintern Abbey from Devil's Pulpit

One of the most spectacular views in the Wye Valley, Devil's Pulpit looks over Tintern Abbey & the…

Monmouth St Marys

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

Eagle's Nest Viewpoint

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

@em_wales Skirrid Fawr

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

Black Rock Fishermen

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

Magor Procurator's House

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

Cefn Ila by Tom Maloney

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

lower minnetts field spring 2019 (hugh gregory)

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

Bailey Park

Park in the heart of Abergavenny with playground. Hosts events throughout the year.

Monnow Bridge

Monnow Bridge in Monmouth, Wales, is the only remaining mediaeval fortified river bridge in Great…

Usk Castle

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

@robertmintonphotography St Marys Tintern

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

Shire Hall Monmouth Sunshine

The Shire Hall Museum in Monmouth will close to the public on 20 December 2025 and will be closed…

Three Pools

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

Treowen Manor

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

Penallt Church

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

Monmouth Savoy

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

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

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24th May 2026-13th September 2026
sunflower field in raglan monmouthshire with lady walking in pretty dress with sunflowers in her hands

Visit our beautiful pick-your-own sunflower patch on a welcoming, family-run farm in rural…

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24th July 2026-31st August 2026
flower fields in monmouthshire as people pick and enjoy the flowers

Pick Your Own Flowers at Lower House Farm

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25th July 2026-29th August 2026
crafts and childrens homemade

Come and discover, create and get back to nature on one of our children's fun activities every…

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Garden Party Craft Session

12th August 2026

Under the Sea Craft Session

19th August 2026

Bug Hunt Adventure

26th August 2026
Falcon at Chepstow Castle

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

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12th August 2026

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19th August 2026

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26th August 2026
Insulae Draconis 1

Opportunity to see the SCA Principality of Insulae Draconis indulging their love of historical…

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6th August 2026-9th August 2026
chepstow

Head to Chepstow Racecourse for a night at the races, making the most of the longer evenings for a…

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6th August 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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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
chepstow show  saturady 8th august showing tractors and farm animals

Chepstow Show returns to Chepstow Racecourse for a great family day out.

Openings

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8th August 2026
Dell Vineyard

Enjoy a guided tour of The Dell Vineyard from the owners themselves, followed by a guided tasting…

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8th August 2026

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15th August 2026-16th August 2026

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22nd August 2026-23rd August 2026
Romeo and Juliet

Enjoy live outdoor theatre at Chepstow Castle with the Duke Theatre Company's performance of Romeo…

Openings

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8th August 2026
Falcon in display at Tintern Abbey

Come and see majestic birds in flight at Tintern Abbey.

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8th August 2026

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9th August 2026

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10th October 2026

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11th October 2026
Highfields Farm Garden with rich planting and beautiful design with house in view

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

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9th August 2026

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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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9th August 2026

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16th August 2026

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23rd August 2026

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30th August 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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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
LIVE MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE DAY
FETE STALLS FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY
MEMORABILIA A CENTURY OF MOMENTS
100 CHEPSTOW RACING & EVENTS
1926 – 2026
CENTENARY

A hundred years in the making. A landmark moment in racing history – the Centenary Raceday at…

Openings

Season

9th August 2026
Chepstow Castle

Visit Chepstow Castle and learn all about chainmail.

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11th August 2026
Castell Roc

Castell Roc is an annual festival held within Chepstow Castle. Enjoy 13 different performances over…

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13th August 2026-16th August 2026

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20th August 2026-23rd August 2026

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27th August 2026-31st August 2026
Event banner  -Hive Mind Mead  7Brew, Retro Console Day - Hive Mind Taproom - Saturday 15th August

Join us for a day of retro console gaming brought to you by the Gloucestershire Geek Society!

Openings

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15th August 2026
boy waves rainbow flag at cladicot castle

Caldicot Pride returns bringing the community together for a day of inclusivity, entertainment and…

Openings

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15th August 2026
Stool Making course woodworking near Usk Monmouthshire in woodlands

Green woodworking courses near Bristol, Cardiff and Newport

Openings

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
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Neuadd Stone Barn is part of a recently established flower farm on a working farm. 

Openings

Season

16th August 2026
scurry

Monmouthshire Show is a much-loved, one day, agricultural Show.

Openings

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16th August 2026
View over South Gardens, Veddw

Open days for Veddw House Garden.

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16th August 2026

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6th September 2026

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20th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Kymin Stables - Outdoor seating - Mike Henton - February 2023 (41)

The Kymin Stables are converted hilltop stables above the Wye Valley.

The Guest House

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

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…

Cae Deini

Cae Deini

Alfred Russell Wallace

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

Cobblers Cottage

Cobbler's Cottage, a former cobbler's dwelling in a peaceful hamlet near Abergavenny in the Welsh…

Wye Valley Hotel

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

High View Barn

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

Clare's Cottage

A beautiful cottage located in an area of outstanding natural beauty nestled between the Wye Valley…

Birdsong Cottage

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

Old Schoolhouse

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

The Three Tuns

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

Castle Narrowboats

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

Swanmeadow Holiday Cottages

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

Beaufort Cottage Tintern

Beaufort Cottage is on a particularly special site, with an amazing close-up view from its bedroom…

Penylan Farm

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

Aqueduct Cottage

This grade 2 listed cottage is situated within Goytre Wharf. When it was built it housed the…

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…

Hunters Moon Inn

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

The Chickenshed

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

Three Castles Caravan Park

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

Abergavenny Premier Inn

Whether you're a hiker, biker or nature-lover, our Premier Inn Abergavenny hotel is great for a…

Lake House Decking

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

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