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  1. Winter in Monmouthshire
    Winter & Christmas in Monmouthshire, the Wye Valley & South-East Wales.
  2. Snowdrops
    Garden open to view beautiful Snowdrop display and sculptures. Warming homemade refreshments, snowdrops and artworks available to purchase.
    1. 29th Jan 20261st Feb 2026
    2. 5th Feb 20268th Feb 2026
    3. 12th Feb 202615th Feb 2026
  3. Honeyade from Hive Mind

    2025 Great Taste Award winning products in Monmouthshire.

Things To Do Highlights

Church of St Mary's at Llanfair Kilgeddin

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

@itkapp Cleddon Shoots

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

St Peter's Church

St Peter’s Church is a small country church in a beautiful setting in the Usk valley just outside…

Old Station Tintern

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

Stunning landscape

The new Visitor Centre at Llandegfedd Reservoir spans beautiful, rolling landscaped countryside.…

Black Rock Picnic Site

Black Rock Picnic Site is a picturesque picnic site on the banks of the river Severn between the…

Grosmont Castle

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

bee orchid on Dixton embankment Monmouth (Chris Deeney)

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

Usk Rural Life Museum

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

Virtuous Well

A medieval well famous for its cures.

Prisk Wood, Spring walk (Hamish Blair) (4)

Prisk Wood is a six hectare ancient woodland high up in the Wye Valley.

Skenfrith Castle

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

Chepstow Old Wye Bridge

Chepstow Bridge is the World's largest iron arch road bridge from the first 50 years (1780-1830) of…

The Lonely Shepherd (by @tristans_treks)

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

Whitestone Picnic Site

Whitestone lies adjacent to a section of the famous Wye Valley Walk. Visitors to the site can enjoy…

St Michael and All Angels Llanfiangel Rogiet

Medieval church with 13th-century effigies and a 15th century bell which was the wedding place of…

Chepstow Castle

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

Bluebells at Buckholt Wood

Discover this beautiful woodland and ancient hillfort on the England / Wales border above Monmouth,…

Court Robert Arts

Located in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside, Court Robert Arts sell garden sculpture by…

Monmouth Savoy

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

St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy

Visit the most crooked church in Britain at Cwmyoy.

Bigsweir Bridge

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

Highfields Farm

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

@dickie.dai.do

Medieval church first mentioned in c1100 but likely 14th century in origin.

Events coming up in Monmouthshire

Cartoon Reindeer

Santa's reindeers are back at Chepstow Castle… and they're still not toilet trained!

Openings

Season

27th December 2025-31st December 2025
New Years Eve Ball

Join us for our Parisian themed New Years Eve Gala Ball

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31st December 2025
Festive Forages

Join me for a special Festive Forage on Christmas Eve or New Year's Day morning, and enjoy…

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31st December 2025
Catbrook New Year Celidh

Bring houseguests or the whole family to this lively evening of music and dancing! Caller and live…

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31st December 2025-1st January 2026
Walking in Monmouthshire

A 3 mile (5 km) walk through Ninewells Wood to Cleddon Falls with (hopefully!) fine views across…

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Season

17th January 2026
Mari Lwyd

Come to Chepstow this January and enjoy one of the most interesting traditions in Wales, the annual…

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24th January 2026
Snowdrops

Garden open to view beautiful Snowdrop display and sculptures. Warming homemade refreshments,…

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Season

29th January 2026-1st February 2026

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5th February 2026-8th February 2026

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12th February 2026-15th February 2026
Bowls of Curry

Quiz and Curry hosted by Monmouth Male Voice Choir

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Season

13th February 2026
Fermentation Workshop

Crafty Pickle have teamed up with the incredible Chloe from Gourmet Gatherings to bring you a…

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Season

21st March 2026-22nd March 2026
Wild Garlic Shirenewton Woods

Join Chepstow Walkers are Welcome for 6 days of walking fun at the annual Chepstow Walking…

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Season

7th April 2026-12th April 2026
Donaheys Dancing With The Stars Weekend Experience Celtic Manor dance classes shows strictly  professionals Gorka Marquez Karen Hauer Anton du Beke Gi

Dancing With The Stars Weekend at the 5★ Celtic Manor Resort 2026 A luxury weekend of dancing,…

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Season

17th April 2026-19th April 2026
The Green

Exclusive Garden Tour at two gardens - The Green (Herefordshire) & Blackbrook Estate for Perennial…

Openings

Season

11th June 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
Pedal cyclist

Cycle 82, 57 or 25 miles and explore the beauty of the Wye Valley with routes for beginners to…

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20th September 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Days Inn Magor

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

Monastery

Capel-y-ffin Monastery; self-catering accomodation high up in the beautiful Llanthony Valley.

Garn-Y-Skirrid

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

Beaufort Cottage Tintern

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

Penhein Glamping

Welcome to Penhein – a multi award winning, family-run farm and glampsite in beautiful South Wales.

St Pierre Exterior

Delta Hotels by Marriott St Pierre Country Club is built around a beautiful 14thC manor house & is…

The Granary

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

The Old Rectory

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

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…

Hardwick Farm

Set in the beautiful and tranquil Usk valley and with panoramic views of the Black mountains, we…

Wharfinger's Cottage

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

Oak Apple Tree

An idyllic woodland oasis on an organic farm

Hunters Moon Inn

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

Anne's Retreat

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

Llanthony Court Castaway

Two old railway wagons have been transported to a remote spot on a family farm, and transformed…

Glen Trothy Caravan Park

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

The Chickenshed

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

Woodlake Shepherd's Hut

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

Night Sky

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

Restaurant 1861

Relax in one of our six stylish guest rooms after enjoying our delicious food.

The Three Salmons

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

Aqueduct Cottage

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

Beacon Park Cottages

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

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