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  1. Easter Egg
    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

    Monnow Bridge

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

    @itkapp Cleddon Shoots

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

    Apple County Cider Orchard

    Apple County Cider is based near Skenfrith in Monmouthshire. The farm grows cider apples &…

    bee orchid on Dixton embankment Monmouth (Chris Deeney)

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

    St James' Llangua Exterior. Andy Marshall / Friends of Friendless Churches

    Visit the recently restored medieval Church of St James in Llangua, Grosmont

    Abbey Tintern Furnace

    Abbey Tintern Furnace contains the excavated and part restored remains of a 17th century ironworks,…

    Ancre Hill Vineyard

    A family run vineyard on south facing slopes in the beautiful Monmouthshire countryside. …

    couple enjoy walking through  Coed Y Bwnydd Hill Fort & Woodlands with bluebells

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

    Brockwells Meadows nature reserve

    Brockwells Meadows is a beautiful 5-hectare spot in the south of Monmouthshire which springs to…

    Church of St Nicholas Grosmont

    St Nicholas' Church in Grosmont is a 13th century parish church of notable size (due to the…

    Magor Church

    Visit the Church of St Mary's, situated in the heart of Magor.

    Priory Wood -  (Lowri Watkins)

    This stunning ancient woodland offers peace and tranquillity and a wealth of wildlife.

    Raglan Castle

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

    Whitestone Picnic Site

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

    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…

    Usk Rural Life Museum

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

    Goytre Wharf

    Goytre Wharf is a 200 year old industrial heritage site that includes a busy visitor centre and…

    Chepstow Museum

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

    The Chapel & Kitchen

    We host events and workshops with artists, musicians, writers & poets. Nourish and delight the…

    Roe Deer Buck, Rogiet Poorlands (Conrad Petersen)

    Rogiet Poorland is a nature reserve on the edge of the Gwent Levels, featuring woodlands and scrub,…

    St Bridget's Church Skenfrith on a sunny day in the village of Skenfrith

    St. Bridget’s is an ancient church, consecrated in 1207, which has seen the worship of God through…

    St Peter's Church Dixton

    St. Peter's Church in Dixton, on the outskirts of Monmouth along the River Wye.

    Warren Slade

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

    The Lonely Shepherd (by @tristans_treks)

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

    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.

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    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
    Chepstow Castle in Monmouthshire

    FREE Go wild on the Wye at the Chepstow Castle animal event!

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    16th May 2026
    cattle graze in field managed by gwent wildlife trust

    Join us for a talk in the medieval barn followed by a walk to discover how we are restoring this…

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    16th May 2026
    National Trust - Path through Coed-y-Bwnydd bluebells

    Join Chepstow Walkers are Welcome for a guided walk around the Usk Valley (in association with…

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    16th May 2026
    String Trio: Roman Simovic, Milena Simovic and David Cohen

    Acclaimed chamber musicians Roman Simović, violin; Milena Simović, viola; and David Cohen, cello in…

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    16th May 2026
    Nelson Gardens

    Explore five very different gardens on this special Open Gardens event in Monmouth.

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    17th May 2026
    Isca Singers dressed smart for concert in Monmouthshire Usk

    The Isca Singers concert, consists of enthusiastic young musicians from South Wales. From classical…

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    17th May 2026
    Nant Y Bedd Garden

    Join Liz Knight of Forage Fine Foods for a foraging tour of Nant-y-Bedd Gardens in the Black…

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    17th May 2026

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    6th June 2026
    Sip and Paint Abergavenny Pugh's Garden Kitchen abergavenny people paint in a restaurant whilst enjoying a drink

    Step into a world of floral elegance and creativity with our Chelsea Flower Show inspired Sip &…

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    20th May 2026
    Pianoforte

    Set against the backdrop of the 1839 Newport Rising, this is a story of resilience, justice and…

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    21st May 2026
    Lord  Raglan Trip Boat at Goytre Wharf

    Enjoy skippered trips along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal from Goytre Wharf, where the…

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    22nd May 2026-24th May 2026

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    29th May 2026-31st May 2026

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    5th June 2026-7th June 2026
    Circus performer in Caldicot Castle at Big Banquet

    Street Food Circus rolls back into Caldicot Castle with “The Big Banquet” for the late May Bank…

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    22nd May 2026-25th May 2026
    Devauden Music Festival 2025  gate with sign with bright colours and balloons in Monmouth

    The Devauden Festival has been running since 2010 and is a family friendly event set in the heart…

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    22nd May 2026-24th May 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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    22nd May 2026-25th May 2026
    Monnow Bridge Markets - Local Produce stalls / green tents on Monow Bridge over river

    Curated food and produce markets using local producers and businesses

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    23rd May 2026

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    4th July 2026
    children with bingo notes and pens looking around chepstow castle having fun

    Search the castle for features old and new, and be the first one in your family to shout … BINGO!

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    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Rowing boat at Llandegfedd Lake with family in.

    Experience our latest activity – rowing boat hire!

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    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Chepstow Castle

    Come along to Chepstow Castle and hand sew your very own castle themed notebook and decorate the…

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    23rd May 2026
    open days 2026 wine, food and live music

    Visit The Dell Vineyard for a weekend pop-up with The Cheese Connection.

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    Fletcher

    Mercenary archers are encamped at Tintern Abbey with their families! Why are they here? How do they…

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    23rd May 2026-25th May 2026

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    22nd August 2026-23rd August 2026
    Scenery at Llandegfedd Lake

    Get ready for our Summer Half Term Trail at Llandegfedd Lake

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    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026

    Accommodation Highlights

    The Bell at Skenfrith

    The Bell is a beautifully restored,17th century former coaching inn which still retains much of its…

    Swallows Nest Front

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

    Hidden Valley Yurts

    Pack your bags, gather your family and friends and come glamping on a yurt holiday at Hidden Valley…

    PODS EXTERIOR

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

    Abergavenny Hotel

    Set close to the centre of the historic market town of Abergavenny, The Abergavenny Hotel offers 4…

    Whitehill Farm

    Situated less that 3 miles from Monmouth, this self catering accommodation with magnificent views…

    Wern-y-cwm aerial shot

    Wonderful Escapes at Wern-y-Cwm Farm offers you 16 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms spread across the…

    The Beaufort

    Enjoy a blend of history and modernity in this 4 star inn now noted for its excellent…

    Aqueduct Cottage

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

    Harvest Home Countryside

    Welcome to Harvest Home 2020 bespoke Shepherd Lodges, situated around a large natural wildlife…

    The Ferns

    'The Ferns' B&B is situated in the pretty village of Llandenny set in the heart of the beautiful…

    Inglewood House

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

    Days Inn Magor

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

    Clare's Cottage

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

    Restaurant 1861

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

    Hen Ty & Dan y Berllan

    Two traditional welsh stone self-catering holiday cottages just 3 miles from Abergavenny with…

    Farmhouse, Mallards Barn, Oaklands Cottage, The Cygnet Sudio

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

    Self catering cottage ground level for 2 adults

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

    Highlands Cottage

    Charming converted stone stables. Set in an orchard, with stunning views. Close to the River…

    Top Barn

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

    Wonderful views

    Situated in the picturesque Usk valley, within the Brecon Beacons National Park. A small friendly…

    Two Rivers Chepstow

    The Two Rivers is a newly built 23 bedroom lodge style accommodation. Situated on the A48 within…

    The terrace at the front of the Skirrid, showing off the floor-to-ceiling picture window, barbecue, and table with two chairs

    The Skirrid at Welsh Marches is located in the countryside within easy reach of Chepstow and…

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