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  1. Raglan Castle
    Raglan Castle is an impressive fifteenth-century castle built by Sir William ap Thomas and his son William Herbert, remodelled by William Somerset, third earl of Worcester, 1549-89. Finest late Medieval fortress in Britain. On-site exhibitions.
    1. 1st Jan 202631st Dec 2026
  2. Chepstow Castle
    Chepstow Castle is a must-visit as the oldest post-Roman stone castle in the UK (with the oldest castle doors in Europe!). It is a beautifully preserved masterpiece of medieval engineering, perched high above the Wye Valley like a history lesson in stone.
    1. 1st July 202631st Aug 2026
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  3. Abergavenny Castle
    Abergavenny Museum is open every day 11 - 4 except Mondays and Wednesdays. The grounds of Abergavenny Castle are open every day 11am - 4pm except for a two week period over Christmas and New Year. We look forward to welcoming you!
    1. 15th Feb 202631st Dec 2026
  4. Caldicot Castle
    Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home. Entry is free.
    1. 1st Apr 20262nd Nov 2026
  5. Usk Castle
    Usk Castle nestles on a promontory overlooking the lovely town of Usk, hidden from sight most of the time, but just waiting for you to explore the ruins.
    1. 1st Jan 202631st Dec 2026
  6. Monmouth Castle
    Castle established by William Fitz Osbern in the late 11th century. The remains of the great hall date to the first half of the 12th century. Later remodelled by the Lancasters. Birthplace of Henry V.
    1. 1st Jan 202631st Dec 2026
  7. Grosmont Castle
    Substantial remains of thirteenth-century castle of Hubert de Burgh, raised on an earlier motte. It was later remodelled by the house of Lancaster.
    1. 1st Jan 202631st Dec 2026
  8. Skenfrith Castle
    One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.
    1. 1st Jan 202631st Dec 2026
  9. White Castle
    Imposing moated remains of twelfth-century castle, probably the work of Henry II. Substantially remodelled in the second half of the thirteenth century. The castle was held in common with Grosmont and Skenfrith.
    1. 1st Jan 202631st Dec 2026

Number of results: 61

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  1. Type

    Type:

    Historic House

    Address

    Llanvihangel Court, Llanvihangel Crucorney, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8DH

    Telephone

    07806 768 788

    Abergavenny

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

    Add Llanvihangel Court to your Itinerary

  2. Type

    Type:

    Castle

    Address

    Skenfrith, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UH

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    Abergavenny

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

    Add Skenfrith Castle (Cadw) to your Itinerary

  3. Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    Address

    Monnow Gate and Bridge, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3EG

    Telephone

    01600 775257

    Monmouth

    Monnow Bridge in Monmouth, Wales, is the only remaining mediaeval fortified river bridge in Great Britain with its gate tower still standing in place.

    Add Monnow Gate and Bridge to your Itinerary

  4. Address

    Coed Y Bwnydd, Bettws Newydd, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1JS

    Telephone

    01874625515

    Usk

    Coed y Bwnydd is the largest and possibly best-preserved Iron Age hill fort in Monmouthshire, with a history of human involvement stretching back more than 2,000 years.

    Add Coed Y Bwnydd Hill Fort & Woodlands to your Itinerary

  5. Type

    Type:

    Church

    Address

    St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy, Vale of Ewyas, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 7NS

    Vale of Ewyas, Abergavenny

    Visit the most crooked church in Britain at Cwmyoy.

    Add St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy to your Itinerary

  6. Tourism For All

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    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Centre

    Address

    Old Station Tintern, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 7NX

    Telephone

    01291 689566

    Tintern

    The Old Station nestles beside the River Wye in the heart of the Wye Valley in Tintern. This idyllic 10 – acre site boasts the best of what Monmouthshire has to offer.

    Add Old Station Tintern to your Itinerary

  7. Type

    Type:

    Church

    Address

    St. Mary's Priory, St Mary's Priory Centre, Monk Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5ND

    Telephone

    01873 858787

    Monk Street, Abergavenny

    St Mary's Priory Church is the parish church for the town and community of Abergavenny and is one of the largest and finest parish churches in Wales.

    Add St. Mary's Priory to your Itinerary

  8. Type

    Type:

    Industrial Heritage

    Address

    Lower Wireworks, Forge Road, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6TQ

    Telephone

    01633 644644

    Tintern

    The Lower Wireworks were one of the most important industrial sites in the Wye Valley. All that remains now is the wall running the length of the car park

    Parking

    The Lower Wireworks Car Park is a great base to explore both up the Angidy…

    Add Tintern Lower Wireworks and Car Park to your Itinerary

  9. Type

    Type:

    Prehistoric Site

    Address

    Chepstow Road, Trellech, Monmouthshire, NP25 4PE

    Trellech

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

    Add Harold's Stones to your Itinerary

  10. Tourism For All

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    Type

    Type:

    Castle

    Address

    Caldicot Castle, Church Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU

    Telephone

    01291 420241

    Caldicot

    Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home. Entry is free.

    Add Caldicot Castle and Country Park to your Itinerary

  11. Type

    Type:

    Church

    Address

    Old Abergavenny Road, Mamhilad, Pontypool, Monmouthshire, NP4 8RH

    Pontypool

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

    Add Church of St Illtyd to your Itinerary

  12. Type

    Type:

    Heritage Centre

    Address

    Goytre Wharf & Canal Visitor Centre, Llanover, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9EW

    Telephone

    01873 880516

    Abergavenny

    Goytre Wharf is a 200 year old industrial heritage site that includes a busy visitor centre and marina on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.

    Add Goytre Wharf & Canal Visitor Centre to your Itinerary

  13. Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    Address

    Llanthony Priory, Llanthony, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 7NN

    Telephone

    0300 025 6000

    Abergavenny

    Priory of Augustinian canons founded early in the twelfth century in the beautiful and secluded Ewyas valley.

    Add Llanthony Priory (Cadw) to your Itinerary

  14. Type

    Type:

    Castle

    Address

    Raglan Castle, Raglan, Monmouthshire, NP15 2BT

    Telephone

    03000 252239

    Raglan

    Raglan Castle is an impressive fifteenth-century castle built by Sir William ap Thomas and his son William Herbert, remodelled by William Somerset, third earl of Worcester, 1549-89.

    Finest late Medieval fortress in Britain. On-site exhibitions.

    Add Raglan Castle (Cadw) to your Itinerary

  15. Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    Address

    The Round House, The Kymin, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SF

    Telephone

    01600 719241

    Monmouth

    The Kymin is a charming 18th-century Round House (now a holiday property) and Naval Temple standing proudly atop a prominent hill.

    Add The Kymin to your Itinerary

  16. Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    Address

    A466, Bigsweir, Monmouthshire, NP25 4TS

    Bigsweir

    Bigsweir Bridge is a border crossing of the River Wye between Wales (Monmouthshire) and England (Gloucestershire) on the A466 Wye Valley road between Chepstow and Monmouth.

    Add Bigsweir Bridge to your Itinerary

  17. Type

    Type:

    Castle

    Address

    Goodrich, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6HY

    Telephone

    01600 890538

    Ross-On-Wye

    Come and relive the turbulent history of Goodrich Castle with our free audio and then climb to the battlements for breathtaking views over the Wye Valley. Finally, enjoy a selection of homemade drinks and snacks in the castle café.

    Add Goodrich Castle to your Itinerary

  18. Type

    Type:

    Church

    Address

    St David's Church, Llangeview, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1NF

    Telephone

    0204 520 4458

    Usk

    Ancient church in an almost circular churchyard, with a 15th century rood beam and loft, and a wealth of 18th-century woodwork

    Add St David's Church, Llangeview to your Itinerary

  19. Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    Address

    Llandogo Road, Trellech, Monmouthshire, NP25 4PE

    Trellech

    A medieval well famous for its cures.

    Add The Virtuous Well to your Itinerary

  20. Type

    Type:

    Heritage Centre

    Address

    Black Rock Picnic Site, Black Rock Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5TP

    Telephone

    01633 880494

    Caldicot

    The lave net fishermen of Black Rock promote the fishery as a heritage site and invite all to enjoy this last remaining welsh severn estuary salmon fishery which can be watched quite safely from the picnic site.

    Add Black Rock Lave Net Heritage Fishery to your Itinerary

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