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Must-do Abergavenny

Abergavenny is a hub of activity and things to do. Surrounded by the Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons and located on both the River Wye and the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, there is fun to be found around every corner. There's wine tasting at renowned vineyards and walking to the remote beauty of Llanthony Priory; enjoying a show at the Borough Theatre and discovering history at Abergavenny Castle & Museum; eating a Michelin Star meal at the Wanut Tree or award-winning afternoon tea at The Angel Hotel.

The choices are endless, so have a look at some of the best things to do in Abergavenny this year below.

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Growing in the Border

Type

Type:

Garden

Address

Growing in the Border, Blackbrook Estate, Norton Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UB

Telephone
07712 526356

info@growingintheborder.co.uk

Norton Skenfrith

'Growing in the Border' is a beautiful garden in the Monnow Valley near Skenfrith offering group visits and courses.
Health Walk - Castle Meadows & Linda Vista Gardens

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Abergavenny Byefield Lane Car Park, Tudor Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5UD

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

1.6 mile walk around Castle Meadows and Linda Vista Gardens.
Church of St Issui, Partrishow

Type

Type:

Church

Address

Partrishow, Abergavenny, Powys, NP7 7LP

Abergavenny

St. Issui's Church is a medieval church on an old pilgrimage site in the Black Mountains.
16 Goytre Hall Wood Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Goytre Hall Wood, Old Abergavenny Road, Goytre, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9DL

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Goytre, Abergavenny

A gentle 1.8 mile walk taking in woodland and the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Goytre Wharf, south of Abergavenny.
26 Llanvetherine to Llangattock Lingoed

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Abergavenny to Skenfrith layby, Old Ross Road, east of Llanvetherine, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8RG

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

east of Llanvetherine, Abergavenny

A walk of 5.8 miles, taking in a section of the Offa’s Dyke Path, villages and undulating farmland to the east of Abergavenny.
The Bell at Skenfrith Restaurant

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Address

The Bell at Skenfrith, Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UH

Telephone
01600 750235

reception@thebellatskenfrith.co.uk

Skenfrith

The Bell’s restaurant has won many awards for its food including ‘Best Place to Eat – Pub’ in the Wales National Tourism Awards. The produce is seasonal and locally sourced with some from the hotel’s kitchen garden.
Skenfrith Castle (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Skenfrith, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UH

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Abergavenny

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

Type

Type:

Restaurant - Italian

Address

51 Frogmore Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5AR

Telephone
01873 737744

casabiancaabergavenny@gmail.com

Abergavenny

Casa Bianca is based in the historic market town of Abergavenny and offers seasonal menus inspired by the coastal regions of Italy, using a range of delicate flavours paired with fresh, local ingredients.
Health Walk - Llanfoist Canal West Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Llanfoist Crossing Car Park,, Merthyr Road, Llanfoist, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9LP

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Llanfoist, Abergavenny

2.8 mile walk along the cycle track to Govilon and back along the canal.
Health Walk - Swan Meadows & the River Gavenny

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Abergavenny Bus Station, Cross Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5NE

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

2.7 mile walk following the River Gavenny up and downstream.
27 Skenfrith to Box Farm

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Skenfrith Castle, Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UG

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Skenfrith

A 6 mile walk north of Skenfrith in the Monnow Valley.
White Castle Vineyard

Type

Type:

Vineyard

Address

White Castle Vineyard, Llanvetherine, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8RA

Telephone
01873 821443

info@whitecastlevineyard.com

Abergavenny

Gold Award winners at the 2021 Decanter World Wine Awards (Silver in 2022), White Castle Vineyard is owned by Robb & Nicola Merchant. It's situated in the beautiful Monmouthshire countryside in Llanvetherine, close to Abergavenny and Monmouth.
Tourism For All

Abergavenny Museum and Castle

Type

Type:

Museum

Address

Abergavenny Museum and Castle, Castle Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5EE

Telephone
01873 854 282

abergavennymuseum@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

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!
Restaurant 1861

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Address

Restaurant 1861, Cross Ash, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8PB

Telephone
0845 3881861

simonandkate@restaurant1861.co.uk

Abergavenny

The restaurant offers a new gourmet cuisine experience with just the right balance of friendly personal service to make for a meal to remember.
Llanthony Priory (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

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

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Abergavenny

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

Type

Type:

Cycle Route

Address

B4246 Road, Govilon, Monmouthshire, NP4 9RG

Govilon

The Tumble (also known as The Keepers) is a cycling climb near Abergavenny which heads up The Blorenge mountain from Govilon in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park. It is 5km in length with a consistent 10% incline for the first…
Pugh's Garden Kitchen

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Address

The Garden Kitchen By Pugh's, 7-9 Mill Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5HE

Telephone
01873771420

Abergavenny

The Garden Kitchen is a vibrant place to eat, shop and linger in Abergavenny
St David’s Church, Llanddewi Skirrid

Type

Type:

Church

Address

St David's Church, Llanddewi Skirrid, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8AW

Telephone
01873 859881

mardyvicarage@yahoo.co.uk

Abergavenny

St. David's Church is found in the beautiful village of Llandewi Skirrid, nestled in the foothills of the Skirrid, the 'Holy Mountain'.
Dirt Farm Wales

Type

Type:

Mountain Biking

Address

Great Llwygy Farm, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 7PE

Telephone
07946 123234

hello@dirtfarm.wales

Abergavenny

Welcome to the UK's most exciting downhill & freeride centre. The ultimate mountain biking experience, set in the heart of the breathtaking Black Mountains.
Monmouthshire Golf Club

Type

Type:

Golf - 18 hole

Address

Llanfoist, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9HE

Telephone
01873 852606

monmouthshiregc@outlook.com

Abergavenny

The Monmouthshire is a course that suits all levels of golfer and indeed all ages.