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Visit Monmouthshire in spring

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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

    Growing in the Border

    'Growing in the Border' is a beautiful garden in the Monnow Valley near Skenfrith offering group…

    Ancre Hill Vineyard

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

    Silver Circle Distillery Building

    Silver Circle Distillery is a microdistillery in the beautiful Wye Valley near Monmouth, creating…

    Caerwent Roman Town

    An archaeologist’s paradise with impressive Roman walls and remains.

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

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

    Melville Centre

    The Melville Centre for the Arts is a community venue with a focus on the performing Arts. The…

    Abbey Tintern Furnace

    Abbey Tintern Furnace contains the excavated and part restored remains of a 17th century ironworks,…

    The Lonely Shepherd (by @tristans_treks)

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

    White Hare

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

    springdale farm april 2021 (hugh gregory) (1)

    Springdale Farm is a working farm and nature reserve whose tenants use traditional…

    St Nicholas Church Trellech

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

    Church of St Mary's at Llanfair Kilgeddin

    Grade I listed medieval church which was rebuilt in the 1800s, carefully reusing some of the…

    Apple County Cider Orchard

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

    Abbey Mill

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

    Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

    Gallery at Home

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

    Parva Vineyard

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

    Highfields Farm

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

    couple enjoy walking through  Coed Y Bwnydd Hill Fort & Woodlands with bluebells

    Coed y Bwnydd is the largest and possibly best-preserved Iron Age hill fort in Monmouthshire, with…

    Goytre Wharf

    Goytre Wharf is a 200 year old industrial heritage site that includes a busy visitor centre and…

    Kittys Orchard Wild Meadow b (Julie Smith)

    Kitty's Orchard contains a tranquil woodland and flower-rich meadow managed by Gwent Wildlife Trust.

    Bigsweir Bridge

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

    Eagle's Nest Viewpoint

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

    Amazing Alpacas

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

    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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    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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    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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    14th June 2026

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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
    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
    White Castle

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

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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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    20th June 2026
    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
    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
    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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    Romeo and Juliet

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

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    25th June 2026
    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

    Days Inn Magor

    Situated within easy reach of the M4. Gateway to Wales, Less than a Mile from Magor, 10 minutes…

    Llwyn Celyn

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

    Highlands Cottage

    Charming converted stone stables. Set in an orchard, with stunning views. Close to the River…

    Woodlake Shepherd's Hut

    Enjoy a romantic retreat at this luxurious shepherd’s hut.

    The Lodge

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

    Penydre Farm Bed & Breakfast

    We are situated on the edge of the picturesque village of Llanfihangel crucorney. Ideal location…

    Back of house

    Old Hendre is a working farm with high quality accommodation for active people. The modern…

    Pwll Du Adventure Centre

    The recently renovated accommodation at the Centre has been designed to cater for large groups or…

    Two Rivers Chepstow

    The Two Rivers is a newly built 23 bedroom lodge style accommodation. Situated on the A48 within…

    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…

    Ty'r Pwll

    Ty’r Pwll is a very old and cosy cottage in a rural community with two bedrooms, ideal for two…

    Spring cottage

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

    Church Farm Guest House

    A spacious and homely 16thC former farmhouse (grade II listed) with oak beams and inglenook…

    Glen Yr Afon

    On the edge of this delightful old market town, Glen Yr Afon, a unique Victorian villa, offers all…

    Parva Farmhouse

    Old stone 17th C. farmhouse offering superb views of the River Wye and Valley. Cosy, informal…

    Night Sky

    Small friendly site with a shower and toilet block. the nearest shop and pub is only 300yds away in…

    Raglan Lodge

    Conveniently situated on the north-bound side of A40 in Monmouth; the historic county town of…

    PODS EXTERIOR

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

    Mistletoe Cottage

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

    Maes Y Berllan

    Converted barn from 18thC on a working farm. Situated in the Usk Valley. We have our own stretch of…

    Middle Ninfa

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

    Mayhill Hotel

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

    Cwrt Bleddyn

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

    Long Barn - View from Patio

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

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