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Things To Do Highlights

St Nicholas Church Trellech

St Nicholas' Church in Trellech is an historic site in the heart of the Wye Valley between Monmouth…

Monmouth Castle

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

Monnow Bridge

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

@shirls_lawton Punchbowl

The Punchbowl is a beautiful nature spot on the eastern flank of the Blorenge mountain, overlooking…

Keeper's Pond

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

Penallt Church

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

Linda Vista Gardens

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

Black Rock Fishermen

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

St Arvans Church

Medieval parish church of potential ninth century Celtic origin, named after the 9th century hermit…

New Grove View (Roger James)

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

White Castle

Imposing moated remains of twelfth-century castle, probably the work of Henry II. Substantially…

Skenfrith Castle

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

White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

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

Tintern Abbey

Cistercian abbey, founded in 1131 in the beautiful Wye valley village of Tintern. Remarkably…

Amazing Alpacas

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

Beacon Park Cottages

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

Old Station Tintern sign

The Old Station nestles beside the River Wye in the heart of the Wye Valley in Tintern. This…

St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy

Visit the most crooked church in Britain at Cwmyoy.

View of chapel in the sunshine from outside looking at the door, car park, steps and a ramp with a handrail are in front. The chapel is surrounded by

Prayer chapel in the countryside, open to the walkers and general public - with free refreshments,…

St Teilos Churchyard

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

Frogmore Street Gallery

The Gallery is run by members of the Black Mountain Circle, who draw inspiration from the location…

St. Issui Partrishow

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

Highfields Farm Garden with rich planting and beautiful design with house in view

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

Tintern Abbey from Devil's Pulpit

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

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
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
Castell Roc

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

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27th August 2026-31st August 2026
White Castle Vineyard

Experience the award winning White Castle Vineyard with a Deluxe Guided Vineyard Tour led by Robb…

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28th August 2026

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25th September 2026

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30th April 2027

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28th May 2027

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30th July 2027
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

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28th August 2026

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4th September 2026
Knight

Living history, medieval re-enactment, music and horse displays will transport the abbey back to…

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29th August 2026-31st August 2026
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Live Music and Street Food!

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29th August 2026
open days 2026 wine, food and live music

Visit The Dell Vineyard for a weekend pop-up with The Cheese Connection.

Openings

12:00 - 6:00pm

29th August 2026

12:00 - 6:00pm

30th August 2026
Promotional poster for a “Back to School Summer Fete” at Llanfoist Village Hall. The event takes place on Saturday 29 August 2026 from 12pm to 4pm. A

Summer Fete at Llanfoist Village Hall

Openings

Season

29th August 2026
August Night Market

Curated food and produce markets using local producers and businesses

Openings

Night Market

29th August 2026

Curated Food Market

31st October 2026

Curated Food Market

5th December 2026
Crown Copyright Knights

Head to Raglan Castle for a sweep through time as they enjoy a weekend of living history, tours,…

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Season

30th August 2026-31st August 2026
Chepstow Vegan Market - people enjoy browsing

Chepstow Vegan Market will showcase the best vegan products from both local and national…

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Season

30th August 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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Season

30th August 2026
Wenallt Isaf

An everchanging garden of nearly 3 acres designed in sympathy with its surroundings and the…

Openings

Season

30th August 2026
Family Fun Day race day

Alongside the excitement of live horse racing, families can enjoy a packed programme of…

Openings

Season

31st August 2026
Caldioct_Castle_Summer_Fayre

Head on down to Caldicot Castle for a fantastic family friendly Summer Fayre.

Openings

Season

31st August 2026
Girl From the North Country in cinemas

The Broadway spectacular with music from Bob Dylan

Openings

Season

3rd September 2026
Stool Making course woodworking near Usk Monmouthshire in woodlands

Green woodworking courses near Bristol, Cardiff and Newport

Openings

Build your Own Shavehorse

5th September 2026

Coffee Table / Small Bench

9th September 2026-10th September 2026
Little Caerlicyn

Open garden at Little Caerlicyn near Caldicot.

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Caerwent Roman Town

Visit Caerwent Roman Town (or Venta Silurum as it was) and meet the Romans!

Openings

Season

5th September 2026
View over South Gardens, Veddw

Open days for Veddw House Garden.

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6th September 2026

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20th September 2026
Chepstow Classic Car Show, Plus Auto Jumble & Collector's Fair 6th September sunday

Come and see an array of classic cars on show at Chepstow Racecourse.

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Season

6th September 2026
Llanover Gardens

The stunning Grade II listed Llanover Gardens will be opening exclusively in aid of charity…

Openings

Season

6th September 2026
Graphic of Jessica Fletcher with magnifying glass

Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns to Monmouth with an interactive screening of…

Openings

Season

6th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Incline Cottage

Incline Cottage is a romanic larch-clad cottage with a wooded background and canal sde terrace.…

Mistletoe Cottage

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

Cwrt Bleddyn

Dating back to the 17th Century, the historic building has been refurbished and extended to create…

Upper Bettws Cottages

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

Clare's Cottage

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

The Coach House

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

The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory stands in an acre of mature gardens, in the unspoilt rural village of…

Penydre Farm Bed & Breakfast

Stay in a beautifully converted 17th Century Coach in the quaint village of Llanfihangel Crucourney…

Wonderful views

Situated in the picturesque Usk valley, within the Brecon Beacons National Park. A small friendly…

Middle Ninfa

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

Green Dyffryn Barn

The Hame is a spacious grade II listed holiday home, also ideally located in the heart of the…

Skirrid Mountain Inn

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

apple tree cabin

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

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…

Spring cottage

Restored character cottage in Wye Valley. Set within extensive woodlands and garden featuring two…

Kingstone Brewery Hop Garden

The Hop Garden at Kingstone Brewery in Tintern, is a unique glamping site which provides six…

Castle Narrowboats

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

The Kings Arms Blorenge bedroom

The Kings Arms is a late 16th Century coaching inn, giving a fine example of what much of…

Kymin Round House - Exterior - Mike Henton - February 2023

The Kymin Round House is a little castle for two, with views over Monmouth and far into Wales

The Piggery

Stay on Kate Humble’s farm: wake up to the sounds of animals and discover what goes on behind the…

Mayhill Hotel

Located in the heart of the scenic Wye Valley and only a minute's walk from the banks of the river…

Llancayo Windmill

Llancayo Windmill is a recently renovated luxury self-catering holiday retreat situated…

Smithy's Bunkhouse

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

Wharfinger's Cottage

Wharfinger's Cottage is a stylish holiday home that abuts the canal, as it was home to the manager…

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