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Free Adventures in Monmouthshire

Some say the simple things in life are the most valuable. We’d agree with that. In fact we think some of the most down-to-earth experiences on offer in Monmouthshire are priceless. With the rising cost of living, here are some real riches for you and your family to explore, all of which are completely free.

From our favourite picnic spots, walks and viewpoints, to country parks, canals and waterways where you can enjoy peace and space as well as wonderful wildlife. Castles which remind us of past turmoil. Churches, each with their own story to tell. And museums at Abergavenny, Chepstow, Monmouth, Usk and at Big Pit in Blaenavon, to satisfy the most enquiring of minds. There’s even a Roman Town in Caerwent, which became the largest centre of civilian population in Roman Wales. All of these and more can be explored for FREE.

Please note that parking charges apply at some visitor attractions.

Free things to do and places to visit

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Church of St Issui, Partrishow

Address

Partrishow, Abergavenny, Powys, NP7 7LP

Abergavenny

St. Issui's Church is a medieval church on an old pilgrimage site in the Black Mountains.
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal

Address

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9NG

Telephone
01633 892167

Abergavenny

The Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal is often voted Britain's prettiest canal. It runs for 32 miles (51.5 km) through idyllic scenery in the Brecon Beacons National Park
St Cadoc's Church, Llangattock-Vibon-Avel

Address

The Grange to Llanvolda Road, Llangattock-Vibon-Avel, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 5NG

Monmouth

A secluded medieval church with links to Rolls Royce.
Beacon Hill and Beacon View

Address

Beacon View Parking, Trellech, Monmouthshire, NP25 4PS

Telephone
0300 065 3000

enquiries@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk

Trellech

Beacon Hill is a peaceful woodland on the edge of the Wye Valley National Landscape, with stunning views over towards the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) peaks of the Sugarloaf, Skirrid and Blorenge.
The Frogmore Street 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.
St Mary the Virgin, Llanfair Kilgeddin

Address

Llanfair Kilgeddin, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9BG

Telephone
0204 520 4458

office@friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk

Abergavenny

Grade I listed medieval church which was rebuilt in the 1800s, carefully reusing some of the earlier fabric – such as the 15th-century rood-screen, stained glass and tracery.
Buckholt Wood and Hillfort

Address

Buckholt, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 5RZ

Telephone
07917 79845

Monmouth

Discover this beautiful woodland and ancient hillfort on the England / Wales border above Monmouth, with fantastic views over the Monnow Valley.
St Michaels Church

Address

Monmouth Road, Tintern Parva, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6SG

Telephone
01594 530080

Tintern

Whatever your faith , we welcome you to enjoy the tranquility of our church, a place of quiet reflection, where you join the many who have passed through it's doors over 13 centuries in fellowship and peace.
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Cefn Ila Woodland

Address

Cefn Ila, Llanbadoc, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1PR

Telephone
0330 333 3300

enquiries@woodlandtrust.org.uk

Usk

A wood set in the rolling Welsh countryside and surrounded by a wider landscape of small woodlands and farmed pasture, it is within walking distance of the historic town of Usk.
Church of St Illtyd

Address

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

Pontypool

Medieval church first mentioned in c1100 but likely 14th century in origin.
Skenfrith Castle (Cadw)

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.
Court Robert Arts

Address

Tregare, Raglan, Monmouthshire, NP15 2BZ

Telephone
01291 691186

courtrobertarts@gmail.com

Raglan

Located in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside, Court Robert Arts sell garden sculpture by local Monmouthshire and Gloucestershire Sculptors and Artists.
Wye Valley Greenway

Address

Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6SZ

Tintern

The Wye Valley Greenway is a five mile shared use route between Tintern and Chepstow, mostly following the old Wye Valley railway line down the eastern side of the River Wye.
Kitty's Orchard Nature Reserve

Address

Gwehelog, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1EB

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Usk

Kitty's Orchard contains a tranquil woodland and flower-rich meadow managed by Gwent Wildlife Trust.
Bailey Park

Address

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

Abergavenny

Park in the heart of Abergavenny with playground. Hosts events throughout the year.
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White Castle (Cadw)

Address

White Castle, Llantilio Crosenny, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UD

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Abergavenny

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.
Grosmont Castle (Cadw)

Address

Grosmont, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8EP

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Abergavenny

Substantial remains of thirteenth-century castle of Hubert de Burgh, raised on an earlier motte. It was later remodelled by the house of Lancaster.
Strawberry Cottage Wood

Address

Near Llanvihangel Crucorney, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 7ND

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Abergavenny

A tranquil and secluded ancient oak woodland, home to stunning woodland flowers, charismatic mammals and birds.
St. Arvan's Church

Address

St. Arvan's Church, Church Lane, St Arvans,, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6EU

Telephone
01291 622064

frmichaelgollop1@gmail.com

St Arvans,, Chepstow

Medieval parish church of potential ninth century Celtic origin, named after the 9th century hermit St. Arvan.
Pentwyn Farm SSSI

Address

Pentwyn, Penallt, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4SE

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Monmouth

Pentwyn Farm has survived virtually unchanged for centuries. One of the largest areas of flower-rich grassland remaining in Gwent, it provides an opportunity to see traditional hay meadows at their best.