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Things To Do Highlights

Abergavenny Community Orchard

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

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.

Monmouth Methodist Church

Founded in 1835, Monmouth Methodist Church is one of Monmouth’s architectural “hidden gems”.

@shirls_lawton Punchbowl

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

Beacon Hill Bluebells

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

View from Gray Hill, Wentwood

Offering fantastic views over Wentwood and the Severn Estuary, the climb to Gray Hill is well worth…

bee orchid on Dixton embankment Monmouth (Chris Deeney)

Dixton Embankment is a grassland gem on the banks of the River Wye at Monmouth.

Abergavenny Castle

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

St Peter's Church Dixton

St. Peter's Church in Dixton, on the outskirts of Monmouth along the River Wye.

Three Pools

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

St Cadoc's Penrhos

St. Cadoc's Church in Penrhos is a Grade II* listed church near Raglan, Monmouthshire

The Kymin

The Kymin is a charming 18th-century Round House (now a holiday property) and Naval Temple standing…

Linda Vista Gardens

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

Wentwood Forest

Once part of the hunting grounds of Chepstow Castle, Wentwood offers walks with breathtaking views…

Monmouth Savoy

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

Monmouth Leisure Centre

Climb to new heights with Monmouth Premier Play Centre, featuring an exciting 3 storey, action pack…

Hen Gwrt Moated Site

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

Goytre Wharf

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

Bigsweir Bridge

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

Monnow Bridge

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

Usk Rural Life Museum

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

Tintern Abbey

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

Castle Meadows

In the centre of Abergavenny, easily accessible from the town centre. Some 20 hectares of riverside…

@robertmintonphotography St Marys Tintern

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

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
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
Chepstow Castle

Meet a servant of the castle and find out more about everyday life.

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18th August 2026
Falcon at Chepstow Castle

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

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19th August 2026

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26th 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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Under the Sea Craft Session

19th August 2026

Bug Hunt Adventure

26th August 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

20th August 2026

Tapas Evening

17th September 2026
Castell Roc

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

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20th August 2026-23rd August 2026

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27th August 2026-31st August 2026
Image Credit: Nici Eberl

Once a tiny folk event attended by just a few hundred people, Green Man has grown to be one of the…

Openings

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20th August 2026-23rd 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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21st August 2026

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28th August 2026

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4th September 2026
Fletcher

Mercenary archers are encamped at Tintern Abbey with their families! Why are they here? How do they…

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22nd August 2026-23rd 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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22nd August 2026-23rd August 2026
Llanthony Priory

The Monk, Minstrel and Wise Women. Step back in time and meet our Medieval characters.

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22nd August 2026

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23rd August 2026
Animated Skull and crossbones with Hat OUTDOOR THEATRE! Pirates of Penzance

Magic open-air theatre for all the family at Abergavenny Castle this summer. Bring a picnic and a…

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23rd 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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23rd August 2026

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30th August 2026
April House

April House garden has been developed over 5 years and offers fantastic views over Wentwood Forest…

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23rd August 2026
999 Poster

Our fantastic 999 Emergency Services Day is back! This event is always popular, meet and greet…

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Season

23rd August 2026
Chepstow Castle

Learn all about how to set type and print the old fashioned way with printer Francesca Kay.

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25th August 2026
Caldicot Castle

​​​​​​​Come and join us at Caldicot Castle for a unique insight into the fascinating and chequered…

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26th August 2026

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30th September 2026

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28th October 2026
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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27th August 2026

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29th October 2026

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26th November 2026

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17th December 2026
Abergavenny Market

Abergavenny Farmers Market takes place on the 4th Thursday of every month from 9-12pm. This vibrant…

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27th August 2026

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24th September 2026

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22nd October 2026

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26th November 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
Knight

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

Openings

Season

29th August 2026-31st 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

Accommodation Highlights

Whitehill Farm

Breakfast in two rooms with private facilities on a working farm in South Wales (near Monmouth).…

Road House Narrowboats

Come and experience the beautiful Monmouthshire and Brecon canal on one of our five narrowboats. …

Green Dyffryn Barn

Enjoying a quietly secluded rural location and stunning panoramic views over the Vale of Usk to the…

Penylan Farm

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

The rustic ivy-covered exterior of the Blorenge cottage

The Blorenge at Welsh Marches is located in the countryside within easy reach of Chepstow and…

broadley cottages

Located in the Brecon Beacons National Park. This area is fantastic for walking, pony trekking and…

Orchard Wagon

Highlands Campsite is a perfect hideaway yet with stunning views across the valley. Peaceful…

Swanmeadow Holiday Cottages

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

Wonderful views

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

Tŷ Magor

With comfortable rooms and easy check-in, good WiFi, and great coffee, Tŷ Magor has just what you…

View from The Punch House

The Punch House on Agincourt Square in the centre of the historic border town of Monmouth in South…

Box Barn Raglan accommodation showing decking area and barn is sunshine in monmouthshire rural location

Box Barn offers a distinctive holiday rental experience in Monmouthshire, perfect for…

Wye Valley Hotel

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

Beacon Park Cottages

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

Pen Y Dre Farm

Pen-Y-Dre Farm Cottages is a recently converted beautiful 17th Century Coach House near Abergavenny…

Wharfinger's Cottage

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

Black Lion Guest House

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

Church Hill Farm

Large luxury farmhouse set in 63 acres with gorgeous views and total privacy in the lower Wye…

Dolly's Barn at Christmas

Dolly's Barn has stunning views and a lovely relaxed atmosphere for your well earned break with…

Hardwick Farm

Hardwick Farm is a comfortable B&B on a working dairy farm in a great, convenient rural location…

Wern-y-cwm aerial shot

Wonderful Escapes at Wern-y-Cwm Farm offers you 16 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms spread across 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…

Glen Trothy Caravan Park

Quiet level park in beautiful countryside setting on edge of Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.…

The terrace at the front of the Skirrid, showing off the floor-to-ceiling picture window, barbecue, and table with two chairs

The Skirrid at Welsh Marches is located in the countryside within easy reach of Chepstow and…

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