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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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13 Abergavenny to Govilon

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

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

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

5.6 miles through Castle Meadows in Abergavenny to Govilon along the disused railway and back on the canal towpath.
The Sugarloaf

Type

Type:

Mountain or Hill

Address

Sugarloaf and Usk Valley, Sugarloaf and Usk Valley National Trust, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 7LA

Telephone
01874 625515

brecon@nationaltrust.org.uk

Abergavenny

Towering over Abergavenny, the Sugarloaf is an iconic mountain to climb in the Brecon Beacons with a fantastic walk taking you from the centre of town all the way to summit.
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 Art Shop & Chapel

Type

Type:

Art Gallery

Address

The Chapel & Kitchen, The Chapel, Market St, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5NT

Telephone
01873 852690

admin@artshopandchapel.co.uk

Market St, Abergavenny

We host events and workshops with artists, musicians, writers & poets.
Nourish and delight the artist and creative child with inspirational books and independent magazines.
Showcase collections of jewellery, textiles and ceramics.
Llanover Garden

Type

Type:

Garden

Address

Ty Uchaf, Llanover, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9EF

Telephone
07753423635

elizabeth@llanover.com

Abergavenny

A stunning & unique 15 acre historic garden with unusual herbaceous plants, shrubs and trees, a circular walled garden, streams, cascades, rills and ponds.
20 Llantilio Crossenny to White Castle

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

St Teilo's Church, Llantilio Crossenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8TD

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Llantilio Crossenny

A 5 mile walk through farmland east of Abergavenny, using section of the Offa’s Dyke Path and Three Castles Walk.
Church of St Illtyd

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.
Chapel Cottage Studio

Address

Llandewi Rhydderch, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9TT

Telephone
01873840282

info@chapelcottagestudio.co.uk

Abergavenny

Chapel Cottage Studio is a small family run Art teaching studio nestled into the Welsh countryside.
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.
Abergavenny Museum and Castle

Type

Type:

Museum

Address

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

Telephone
01873 845282

abergavennymuseum@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

Abergavenny Museum is open every day 11am - 4pm (except Wednesdays). The castle grounds are open 11am - 4pm every day. We look forward to welcoming you!
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.
St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy

Type

Type:

Church

Address

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

mardyvicarage@yahoo.co.uk

Vale of Ewyas, Abergavenny

Visit the most crooked church in Britain at Cwmyoy.
30 White Swan Skenfrith

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Skenfrith Castle, Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UG

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Skenfrith

A 6.5 mile walk in the Monnow Valley south of Skenfrith.
Casa Bianca

Type

Type:

Restaurant - Italian

Address

Casa Bianca, 51 Frogmore St, 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.
Linda Vista Gardens

Type

Type:

Garden

Address

Linda Vista Gardens, Tudor Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5DL

Abergavenny

Linda Vista Gardens is a small public park next to Castle Meadows, with easy access to Abergavenny Town Centre.
Goytre Hall Wood

Type

Type:

Forest or Woodland

Address

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

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

This site is 3.5 hectares of gently undulating broad-leaved woodland, set amongst a similarly flowing farmscape of small fields and woods
Growing in the Border

Type

Type:

Garden

Address

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

Telephone
0771252635

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.
Bailey Park

Type

Type:

Park

Address

Bailey Park, 1 Park Ln, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5SS

Abergavenny

Park in the heart of Abergavenny with playground. Hosts events throughout the year.
The Frogmore Gallery

Type

Type:

Art Gallery

Address

20 Frogmore Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5AH

cccraftgallery@gmail.com

Abergavenny

The Gallery is run by members of the Black Mountain Circle, who draw inspiration from the location in which they live and work.
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.