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  1. Autumn events in Monmouthshire
    Autumn events and things to do in Monmouthshire
  2. Halloween
    Halloween events & whats on in Monmouthshire, Chepstow, Abergavenny & Monmouth
  3. Honeyade from Hive Mind

    2025 Great Taste Award winning products in Monmouthshire.

Things To Do Highlights

The Wern woods,  (Kath Beasley)

The Wern is a beautiful 3 hectare reserve near Monmouth with great views.

Margaret's Wood (Lauri MacLean)

Margaret's Wood is a beautifully mature 2 hectare woodland in the Whitebrook Valley.

Rogiet Countryside Park

A free entry countryside park on the Gwent Levels, managed by Monmouthshire Countryside Service.

White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

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

Warren Slade

Woodland in Thornwell on the southeast edge of Chepstow. With dramatic views on top of cliffs at…

@em_wales Skirrid Fawr

Enjoy stunning views over Monmouthshire and Abergavenny from the Skirrid Fawr (Big Skirrid),…

Growing in the Border

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

Bumble Netti & Dexter in Chepstow Park Woods

Chepstow Park Wood is an old medieval hunting park, created by the Norman lords of Chepstow Castle.

Tintern Abbey

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

Harold's Stones, Gemma Kate Wood

Harold's Stones date back 3,500 years to the Bronze Age.

St Michael and All Angels Llanfiangel Rogiet

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

Court Robert Arts

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

Chepstow Museum

Chepstow Museum reveals the rich and varied past of this ancient town, once an important port and…

Exterior of Llanvihangel Court

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

National Trust - Path through Coed-y-Bwnydd bluebells

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

Raglan Castle

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

Amazing Alpacas

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

Old Station Tintern

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

Wye Valley Arts Centre

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

Birch Tree Well

Situated in the heart of the Lower Wye Valley, amongst the ancient habitat of woodland, rocks and…

@dickie.dai.do

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

Monmouth Priory

The Priory was founded in 1070 AD by Benedictine monks, and is one of the most historic buildings…

Keeper's Pond

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

Castle Meadows

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

Events coming up in Monmouthshire

Fondue

Don't miss out on lashings of cheese with our traditional Swiss fondue in the Après Ski Bar.

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2nd December 2025-23rd December 2025
Ski bar at The Angel

Fondue Nights in The Ski Bar (Reservations Essential)

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2nd December 2025-23rd December 2025
A vibrant flower farm in full bloom, filled with colorful wildflowers and lush greenery under a clear blue sky. Stone barns and garden structures sit

Create a stunning festive wreath at Neuadd Stone Barn, Gilwern. Enjoy mulled wine, canapés, and…

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16th December 2025
Bread

Get into the spirit of the season with this Christmas bread baking class from the Abergavenny Baker.

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16th December 2025
Night Market

A great evening of delicious street food and amazing crafts!

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18th December 2025
Goytre Wharf

Join the Canal and River's Trust in a free walk around Goytre Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon…

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18th December 2025
Nutcrackers Poster

Nutcrackers is an utterly magical and playful take on the festive fairytale by E.T.A. Hoffmann -…

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18th December 2025-23rd December 2025
Cartoon Reindeer

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

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19th December 2025-23rd December 2025

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27th December 2025-31st December 2025
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Mead, Carols, Burgers. Nice.

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19th December 2025
Skirrid Mountain Inn

Dare you experience a night in the UKs most haunted pub?

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19th December 2025
walking

A 4 mile (6.5 km) walk through Cross Ash village before a steep climb onto the shoulder of the…

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20th December 2025
Arts & Crafts

Create something festive at Chepstow Castle to take home and hang on your Christmas tree!

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20th December 2025-21st December 2025
Bloody Mary

Join Silver Circle Distillery in the heart of the beautiful Wye Valley for the Ultimate Bloody Mary…

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20th December 2025
The Angel Hotel at Christmas

Horse-drawn sleigh rides in Abergavenny will be back at The Angel Hotel every Sunday before…

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21st 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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24th December 2025

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31st December 2025
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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27th December 2025-28th December 2025
Coral Welsh Grand National

Don't miss out on this iconic racing fixture. Celebrate Welsh passion with the thrills of racing!

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27th December 2025
New Years Eve Ball

Join us for our Parisian themed New Years Eve Gala Ball

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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
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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30th January 2026-1st February 2026

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6th February 2026-8th February 2026

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13th February 2026-15th February 2026
Fermentation Workshop

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

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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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17th April 2026-19th April 2026

Accommodation Highlights

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Three luxury canvas safari lodges, each with their own private bathroom and hot tub. Rediscover…

Newbridge on Usk

An award-winning five star, two AA Rosette Restaurant and is located in Tredunnock near Usk a few…

Hendre Farmhouse Orchard Campsite

Our Monmouth campsite is set in the beautiful border countryside of England and Wales overlooking…

Church Hill Farm

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

Llanthony Court Castaway

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

The Chickenshed

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

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…

Hunters Moon Inn

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

Monastery

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

Clare's Cottage

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

Beacon Park Cottages

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

PODS EXTERIOR

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

Welsh Gatehouse

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

The Walnut Tree

Two picturesque cottages next door to the Michelin Starred The Walnut Tree, just a short walk…

broadley cottages

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

New Court Inn

After purchasing The New Court Inn in November 2012,the owners have lovingly restored the inn back…

The Kings Arms Blorenge bedroom

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

Bar

16C inn in the heart of Chepstow. Excellent food (AA rosette) both restaurant and bar meals,…

Birdsong Cottage

Birdsong Cottage is a beautiful holiday cottage in a secluded valley in the heart of…

Farmhouse, Mallards Barn, Oaklands Cottage, The Cygnet Sudio

Welcome to Upper Tal-y-Fan Farm, the home of Monmouthshire Holidays, with three self-catering…

apple tree cabin

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

Tŷ Magor

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

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)…

Big Red Wylde Things

Experience another era in this 1987 Bluebird American school bus.

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