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Must-do Chepstow

Chepstow is a town made for exploring with plenty of things to do. Chepstow Castle towers over the River Wye, and is a great sight for those embarking on long distance walks such as the Wye Valley Walk, Wales Coast Path and Offa's Dyke Path. Then there's the fun of the races at Chepstow Racecourse, 1000 years of history at Chepstow Museum, beautiful views through Piercefield Park and much more to do in Chepstow.

Highlights and attractions in Chepstow

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Chepstow Castle (Cadw)

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.
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Chepstow Museum

Chepstow Museum reveals the rich and varied past of this ancient town, once an important port and market centre. It's open 11am - 4pm every day except Monday and Wednesday.
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Chepstow Racecourse

Chepstow Racecourse has it all - beautiful countryside, a friendly charming atmosphere, and an impressive racing pedigree.
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Walking in Chepstow
Chepstow events

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Severnvale Equestrian Centre

Address

Tidenham, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 7LL

Telephone
01291 623412

svec@clara.co.uk

Chepstow

Severnvale is British Horse Society Approved and carries out British Eventing Accredited training. It was selected by Horse & Hound’s Total Horse magazine, as one of the 10 best riding schools and training centres in the UK.
5 St Arvans Roundabout

Address

St Arvans Memorial Hall, A466, St Arvans, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6DN

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

A 5.4 mile hilly walk around the community of St Arvans north of Chepstow.
Chepstow Bridge - Old Wye Bridge

Address

Chepstow Bridge, Bridge Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5EZ

Chepstow

Chepstow Bridge is the World's largest iron arch road bridge from the first 50 years (1780-1830) of iron and steel construction.
Walking or Cycling across the Severn Bridge

Address

The Severn Bridge, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5AA

Chepstow

Walk or cycle across the (old) Severn Bridge along the M48 on this just under 5 mile route. It's a great way to experience the Severn Estuary, and to visit two countries in one walk.
Celtic Trails Walking - Offas Dyke Path

Address

Tintern, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 7ED

Telephone
01291 689774

walk@celtic-trails.com

Chepstow

Celtic Trails want to give you the best walking holiday in Britain you can have. Your walking holiday will take you along the very best of National Trails and Long-Distance paths through Wales
Chepstow Town Trails

Address

Chepstow TIC, Bridge Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5EY

Telephone
01291 623772

chepstow.tic@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

Chepstow has three town trails. All start / finish at Chepstow TIC in the Castle car park, but you can pick them up at any point in the town centre. The full trail takes approximately 90 minutes. Look out for plaques of information in pavements and…
Eagle's Nest Viewpoint & Wyndcliff Wood

Address

Lower Wyndcliffe Car Park, St Arvans, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6HA

Telephone
0300 065 3000

enquiries@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk

Chepstow

Wyndcliff Wood is a superb example of a lower Wye Valley gorge woodland with ancient hanging beech and yew as well as lime, ash and hazel coppice.
Stone Rock Lodge - Sauna & Plunge

Address

Stone Rock Lodge, Upper Church Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5EX

Telephone
01291 622189

Chepstow

A haven in the heart of Chepstow - indulge, refresh, and start your adventure.
Health Walk - Mathern & St Pierre

Address

Mathern Road near Millers Arms, Mathern, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6JD

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

2.7 miles from the village of Mathern, through farmland and the St Pierre golf course.
Chepstow Racecourse

Address

Chepstow Racecourse, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6BE

Telephone
01291 622260

info@chepstow-racecourse.co.uk

Chepstow

Chepstow Racecourse has it all - beautiful countryside, a friendly charming atmosphere, and an impressive racing pedigree.
The Giant's Cave Viewpoint

Address

St Arvans, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6EG

Telephone
01600 710846

information@wyevalleyaonb.org.uk

Chepstow

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

Address

Welsh Street, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5LX

Telephone
01291 635745

chepstowleisurecentre@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

Visit Chepstow Leisure Centre to swim, play sports, keep fit and more.
St. Mary's Priory, Chepstow

Address

St Mary's Priory, Upper Church St, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5HU

Telephone
01594 530080

hillnoramay@aol.com

Chepstow

St Mary's Priory has been a centre for prayer and worship for over 950 years. St Mary's Priory is open each day as a blessing to the community. Please feel free to enter and just be.
Health Walk - Bulwark Walk

Address

Severn Bridge Social Club, Bulwark Rd, Bulwark, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5JN

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Bulwark, Chepstow

2.6 miles around the Bulwark area of Chepstow, taking in the Wales Coast Path through Warren Slade.
Chepstow Park Wood

Address

Devauden Road, Devauden, Monmouthshire, NP16 6EZ

Devauden

Chepstow Park Wood is an old medieval hunting park, created by the Norman lords of Chepstow Castle.
Wyndcliffe Court House & Garden School

Address

Wyndcliffe Court House & Garden School, Wyndcliffe Court, St. Arvan's, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6EY

Telephone
01291 630027

sarah@wyndcliffecourt.com

St. Arvan's, Chepstow

Anthony and Sarah Clay are thrilled to welcome garden visitors.
Wyndcliffe Court House and Garden School is held in the Edwardian Motor House recently converted into a lecture hall for informative talks and demonstrations.
Celtic Trails - Wye Valley Walk

Address

Wye Valley, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6ZD

Telephone
01291 689774

walk@celtic-trails.com

Chepstow

Celtic Trails want to give you the best walking holiday in Britain you can have. Your walking holiday will take you along the very best of National Trails and Long-Distance paths through Wales.
Health Walk - Thornwell and Innage Walk

Address

Shops Area, Thornwell Road, Thornwell, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5TY

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

3 mile walk around the countryside to the south west of Chepstow.
Severn Bridge parkrun

Address

The Severn Bridge, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5AA

severnbridge@parkrun.com

Chepstow

Severn Bridge parkrun is a free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
Tourism For All

Chepstow Tourist Information Centre (TIC)

Address

Chepstow TIC, Castle Car Park, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5EY

Telephone
01291 623772

chepstow.tic@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

Chepstow TIC provides information on attractions, activities and events in the area as well as offering advice and help on booking accommodation.