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Visit Monmouthshire in spring

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    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

    Llanthony Priory

    Priory of Augustinian canons founded early in the twelfth century in the beautiful and secluded…

    Tintern Abbey

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

    Virtuous Well

    A medieval well famous for its cures.

    Wye Valley Sculpture Garden

    The Wye Valley Sculpture Garden hosts one of Wales largest outdoor Summer Sculpture Exhibitions and…

    @itkapp Cleddon Shoots

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

    Nant Y Bedd Garden

    Nant y Bedd is a 10 acre organic garden, river and woodland located at 1200 feet up in the Black…

    Woodhaven

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

    Natural Resources Wales sign post pointing to trails, Manor Brook Leap and Manor Wood Walk

    Manor Wood is on the edge of a quiet village on the eastern side of the Wye Valley.

    Wyeswood Common (Lauri Maclean)

    Wyeswood Common is a former dairy farm site being transformed into a rich nature reserve in the Wye…

    Magor Marsh

    Magor Marsh is the last relatively natural area of fenland on the Gwent Levels. From the fleeting…

    Wentwood Forest

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

    Court Robert Arts

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

    Castle Meadows

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

    St Michael and All Angels Llanfiangel Rogiet

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

    Stunning landscape

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

    springdale farm april 2021 (hugh gregory) (1)

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

    Monmouth Priory

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

    Monmouth Methodist Church

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

    Usk Rural Life Museum

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

    lower minnetts field spring 2019 (hugh gregory)

    Lower Minnets is a small hay meadow hidden amongst dense woodland near Caldicot.

    High Glanau

    High Glanau Manor is one of Wales' finest Arts and Crafts houses, set in twelve acres of fine…

    Parva Vineyard

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

    @shirls_lawton Punchbowl

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

    The Giant's Cave, by @gavinje

    The Giant's Cave is a dramatic viewpoint along the Wye Valley Walk north of Chepstow.

    Events coming up in Monmouthshire

    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.

    Openings

    Season

    24th April 2026-18th September 2026
    White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

    Our Tour is a wonderful opportunity to experience first hand an award winning Welsh Vineyard.

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    1st May 2026-4th May 2026

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    22nd May 2026-25th May 2026
    Chepstow Castle

    Enjoy medieval displays, have-a-go archery and sword school at Chepstow Castle.

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    2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
    Border Counties Vintage Club

    Enjoy the sights and sounds of steam this May in Monmouth with the Border Counties Steam and…

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    2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026
    Re-enactors

    Enjoy an interactive introduction to medieval life at Tintern Abbey.

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    2nd May 2026-4th May 2026

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    6th June 2026-7th June 2026
    Abergavenny artisan Markets

    Abergavenny Artisan Markets Showcasing local makers, food producers, artists, florists,…

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    3rd May 2026
    The Boat inn Penallt evening night scene people drinking outside with lights and party atmosphere in monmouth

    Rock the Boat returns this May! Come and support our incredible lineup of acts amidst stunning…

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    3rd May 2026
    South Wales Car Festival

    Join the premier celebration of cars at Chepstow Racecourse with the South Wales Car Festival 2026.

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    3rd May 2026-5th May 2026
    Abergavenny music festival in Abergavenny Castle night scene with band and crowd

    Enjoy a fantastic day of music at AM Fest! A great day out for all the family with 2 stages and…

    Openings

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    3rd May 2026
    magor town shops and paths

    Come to Magor Square and enjoy the annual Magor May Fayre. There'll be treats, drinks, homemade…

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    4th May 2026
    Monlife abergavenny markets, toys and teddy

    Come along and join us for another great family day out at the Toy & Train Collectors Fair 2026.…

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    4th May 2026
    White Castle Vineyard view of vines

    Join us at White Castle Vineyard for our 2026 Summer Supper Clubs — a series of relaxed and…

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    Italian Evening

    7th May 2026

    Let's celebrate Welsh Wine Week

    4th June 2026

    Live Fire Kitchen

    23rd July 2026

    Live Fire Kitchen

    20th August 2026

    Tapas Evening

    17th September 2026
    the band

    Swing from Paris: an evening of Parisian-flavoured music

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    8th May 2026
    musical instruments wooden

    Performances and demonstrations throughout the day.

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    9th May 2026-10th May 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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    9th May 2026

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    18th July 2026

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    30th December 2026
    A woman photographing a butterfly - a film flyer for Searching for Satyrus

    A woman's quest to reconnect with her late father through a rare butterfly becomes an unexpected…

    Openings

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    9th May 2026
    Glebe House

    Visit Glebe House garden.

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    9th May 2026-10th May 2026
    charming willow obelisk made by hand in Catbrook Chepstow, placed in garden with mature trees

    Learn to make a willow obelisk suitable for your garden climbers like sweet peas and take it home!…

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    9th May 2026
    Sarah Waycott and Olivia Dance

    Sarah and Olivia present a programme in two halves exploring a French-American connection in music.

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    10th May 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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    10th May 2026

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    14th June 2026

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    Morris Minor Branch Rally

    Come along to Caldicot Castle and see over 230 classic cars, including (of course) many Morris…

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    10th May 2026
    Pugh's Garden Kitchen Restaurant room layout chairs and tables

    A fabulous tasting evening at Pugh's Garden Kitchen in collaboration with locally renowned,…

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    15th May 2026
    White tailed eagle looking magnificent against a blue sky

    Illustrated Presentation of the fascinating project to reintroduce eagles to the Severn by one of…

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    15th May 2026
    Image of colourful flowers in Chepstow Library Garden

    The annual Plant Sale of Chepstow Library Garden is held to publicise the Library Garden and…

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    15th May 2026

    Accommodation Highlights

    St Pierre Exterior

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

    Usk Castle Knights

    You can’t get any closer to history – this imaginative glamping is in the grounds of Usk Castle.

    The Lodge

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

    Sugarloaf Vineyard

    Cosy studio cottages based on our Vineyard. Single storey open plan living with a double bedroom…

    The Old Rectory

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

    Swanmeadow Holiday Cottages

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

    Inglewood House

    Inglewood House is situated in Redbrook in the stunning Wye Valley on the England / Wales border.…

    Skirrid Mountain Inn

    The Skirrid Mountain Inn is situated in Llanvihangel Crucorney; a small village just off the A465;…

    Flagstone Open Fire

    Flagstone Cottage is a perfect holiday cottage for two and also spacious enough for a small family.…

    The King's Head Monmouth

    This is a grade II listed building, originally a 17th-century coaching inn. All of the 24 bedrooms…

    The Kings Arms Blorenge bedroom

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

    Stone Rock Lodge

    Stone Rock Lodge has twelve nature inspired en-suite bedrooms offered as Economy Double, Standard…

    Smithy's Bunkhouse

    Smithy's Bunkhouse is situated on a working hill farm in the Black Mountains area of the Brecon…

    Ty'r Pwll

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

    The Stable Triley Court

    Triley Court Cottages is made up of two newly renovated stables, Golwg Y Mynydd and The Stable. 

    Cobblers Cottage

    Cobbler's Cottage, a former cobbler's dwelling in a peaceful hamlet near Abergavenny in the Welsh…

    Buckholt Farm

    Buckholt House Farm Glamping site near Monmouth is nestled in glorious countryside with stunning…

    Big Red Wylde Things

    Experience another era in this 1987 Bluebird American school bus.

    The Brambles

    Self catering in Monmouth.

    Top Barn

    Top Barn is a beautifully Converted Stone Barn with amazing views in a secluded setting.

    Glen Trothy Caravan Park

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

    Mayhill Hotel

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

    Little Barn Usk

    Delightfully converted barn for 2 people - set in its own private garden with beautiful views.

    The Piggery

    Stay on Kate Humble’s farm: wake up to the sounds of animals and discover what goes on behind the…

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