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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 Nicholas, Trellech

Address

Church of St Nicholas, Trellech, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4PZ

Telephone
01600 860662

revnjt@btinternet.com

Monmouth

St Nicholas' Church in Trellech is an historic site in the heart of the Wye Valley between Monmouth & Chepstow.
Margaret's Wood

Address

Whitebrook, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4TX

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Monmouth

Margaret's Wood is a beautifully mature 2 hectare woodland in the Whitebrook Valley.
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.
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.
Wyeswood Common

Address

Penallt, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4SE

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Monmouth

Wyeswood Common is a former dairy farm site being transformed into a rich nature reserve in the Wye Valley.
St Michael and All Angels', Gwernesney

Address

St Michael and All Angels', Chepstow Road, Gwernesney, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1HE

Telephone
+44 (0)204 520 4458

office@friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk

Gwernesney, Usk

This diminutive Grade I listed church dates from the 13th century, and is said to house the oldest bells in Monmouthshire.
St. Mary's Church, Magor

Address

Magor Square, Magor, Monmouthshire, NP26 3LY

Telephone
01633 882266

netherwentchurches@gmail.com

Magor

Visit the Church of St Mary's, situated in the heart of Magor.
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.
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.
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.
Monnow Gate and Bridge

Address

Monnow Gate and Bridge, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3EG

Telephone
01600 775257

Shirehall@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Monmouth

Monnow Bridge in Monmouth, Wales, is the only remaining mediaeval fortified river bridge in Great Britain with its gate tower still standing in place.
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.
Wentwood Forest

Address

Llanfair Discoed, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP15 1NA

Caldicot

Once part of the hunting grounds of Chepstow Castle, Wentwood offers walks with breathtaking views over the Severn Estuary.
Church of St. Nicholas, Grosmont

Address

The Rectory,, B4347, Grosmont, Monmouthshire, NP7 8LW

Grosmont

St Nicholas' Church in Grosmont is a 13th century parish church of notable size (due to the importance of Grosmont when it was constructed).
Penallt Old Church

Address

Penallt Old Church, Penallt, The Rhadyr, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4SE

Telephone
07495 445807

The Rhadyr, Monmouth

Penallt Old Church is the oldest building in the village, dating from the early 13th century and is the focal point of the parish. Visit for geat views over the Wye Valley and 800 years of history.
St James' Church, Llangua

Address

Llangua, Grosmont, Monmouthshire, NP7 8HD

Telephone
0204 520 4458

office@fofc.org.uk

Grosmont

Visit the recently restored medieval Church of St James in Llangua, Grosmont
Prisk Wood SSSI Nature Reserve

Address

Lone Lane, Penallt, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4AJ

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Monmouth

Prisk Wood is a six hectare ancient woodland high up in the Wye Valley.
Abbey Mill Wye Valley Centre

Address

Abbey Mill Wye Valley Centre, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6SE

Telephone
01291 689346

info@abbeymill.com

Tintern

Set amidst breathtaking scenery and situated on the banks of the River Wye in the original mill site of Tintern Abbey, founded in 1131, Abbey Mill offers a relaxed setting for your enjoyment.
Llanfoist Old Railway Crossing

Address

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

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Llanfoist, Abergavenny

The site is a pedestrian and cycle access point to the old Railway Line and by foot to the Iron Mountain Trail from Llanfoist Wharf through the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape World Heritage Site.
Tourism For All

Abergavenny Museum and Castle

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!