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Things To Do Highlights

Veddw by Callum Baker

Located deep in the heart of Monmouthshire, Veddw House Garden has been created through more than…

@itkapp Cleddon Shoots

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

Raglan Castle

Raglan Castle is an impressive fifteenth-century castle built by Sir William ap Thomas and his son…

Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

Usk Castle

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

New Grove View (Roger James)

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

St. Cadoc's Church

A secluded medieval church with links to Rolls Royce.

Kittys Orchard Wild Meadow b (Julie Smith)

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

Borough Theatre

The Borough Theatre is a lively venue situated right in the centre of the historic market town of…

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.

Chepstow Castle

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

Skenfrith Castle

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

Wye Valley Arts Centre

The Wye Valley Arts Centre in the heart of the picturesque village of Llandogo is an inspiring…

Monnow Bridge

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

Beacon Hill Bluebells

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

Castle Meadows

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

Church of St Stephen & St Tathan

This is perhaps one of the earliest Christian sites in the county, possibly in Wales

Keeper's Pond

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

St Michael and All Angels Llanfiangel Rogiet

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

@shirls_lawton Punchbowl

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

Melville Centre

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

Usk Rural Life Museum

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

St Mary's Priory and Tithe Barn

St Mary's Priory Church is the parish church for the town and community of Abergavenny and is one…

Woodhaven

A modern house built on the site of a former sawmills for the Itton Court Estate. Garden of ⅔ of an…

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
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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31st May 2026-30th August 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
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
mushrooms and glass jars

Medieval people were just as concerned as we are about looking and smelling nice.

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28th July 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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Bug Hunt Adventure

29th July 2026

Creative Crafts

5th August 2026

Garden Party Craft Session

12th August 2026

Under the Sea Craft Session

19th August 2026

Bug Hunt Adventure

26th August 2026
Caldicot Castle

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

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29th July 2026

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26th August 2026

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30th September 2026

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28th October 2026
Green Gathering

Join Green Gathering for four days of low impact living in an area of outstanding beauty, every…

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30th July 2026-2nd August 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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30th July 2026

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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
Nature Trail - young children enjoy playing outside

Let your children become Little Explorer's with a one hour exploration session around Caldicot…

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31st July 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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31st July 2026

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4th September 2026
Brother Thomas

Step back in time with Brother Thomas and learn what life was like as a monk in Tintern Abbey. Our…

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1st August 2026

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19th September 2026

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17th October 2026

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29th December 2026

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30th December 2026
Llanthony Show

Welcome to the Llanthony Show, probably the most scenic country show in Wales, deep in the Black…

Openings

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1st August 2026
1 aug, 
12-6pm
pigs pizzas
jim ramsey Live from 2pm

Visit The Dell Vineyard on the first Saturday of every month for a vineyard pop up with fantastic…

Openings

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1st August 2026
Caldicot Arts Festival 1st Aug

A celebration of local artists and a chance for the Community to come together and get creative.

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1st August 2026
Music

Put on your dancing shoes and visit Chepstow Castle this weekend, as we learn about the evolution…

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1st August 2026-2nd August 2026
Caldioct_Castle_Summer_Fayre

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

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1st 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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2nd August 2026

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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
View over South Gardens, Veddw

Open days for Veddw House Garden.

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2nd August 2026

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16th August 2026

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6th September 2026

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20th September 2026
actors cheer and be silly for crowd at Abergavenny castle open air theatre

Bring a picnic and a bottle of bubbles and enjoy a classic children's tale performed amidst the…

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2nd August 2026
Medieval Herbs

Learn all about herbs and their uses at Chepstow Castle during the Middle Ages.

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4th August 2026
Falcon

The ultimate falconry experience when Wings Of Wales pay Llandegfedd Lake a visit with some very…

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4th August 2026
Falcon at Chepstow Castle

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

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5th August 2026

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12th August 2026

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19th August 2026

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26th August 2026

Accommodation Highlights

Bridge caravan Site

Riverside park with high standard of ground and facility maintenance. Ideal for touring Wye Valley,…

Parva Farmhouse

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

Pwll Du Adventure Centre

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

Llanbrook cottage exterior

Self catering in Abergavenny

Dry Dock Cottage

Dry Dock Cottage is a relaxing stay on the banks of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal with a…

Swallows Nest Front

A self catering cottage just 2 miles from the centre of Abergavenny (the Gateway to Wales), an area…

Goose & Cuckoo

The Goose and Cuckoo offers wonderful views, good beer, home-cooked locally sourced food and a wide…

The Hafod

Llwyn-on Hafod is situated near Hay-on-Wye on a small Welsh farm-holding of 50 acres of pasture,…

Hardwick Farm

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

The Riverside Hotel

In the heart of the Wye Valley, The Riverside Hotel is a family run business, situated by the new…

Bridge Inn Llanfoist

The Bridge Inn at Llanfoist, known as “The Bridge” is a small privately owned pub perched on the…

Dorlands Exterior

2 lovely properties and a luxury shepherds hut with stunning views available to rent individually…

Self catering cottage ground level for 2 adults

Self catered single storey holiday rental perched above the River Wye within walking distance of…

Clare's Cottage

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

Tintern Abbey Cottage has a fabulous location opposite the Abbey in the stunning Wye Valley

Opposite Tintern Abbey. Award winning 5 star. Sleeps 6 (3 superking/twin bedrooms, 2 bathrooms)…

Church Farm Guest House

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

Black Lion Guest House

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

Welsh Gatehouse

The Welsh Gatehouse is a luxury, award winning period property suitable for only two people. This…

Llwyn Celyn

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

Swanmeadow Holiday Cottages

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

High View Barn

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

Glen Yr Afon

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

The Chickenshed

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

Monmouth Premier Inn

Budget Hotel in Monmouth

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