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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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St Bridget's Church Skenfrith

Address

St Bridget's Church Skenfrith, Skenfrith, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UH

Telephone
01873 821405

Abergavenny

St. Bridget’s is an ancient church, consecrated in 1207, which has seen the worship of God through many centuries. This is one of the oldest churches in continuous use in Monmouthshire.
St Jerome's Church, Llangwm Uchaf

Address

St Jerome's, Llangwm Uchaf, Llangwm, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1HA

Telephone
+44 (0)204 520 4458

office@friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk

Llangwm, Usk

St. Jerome's is a Grade I listed church with one of the finest medieval screens in South Wales and dazzling Pre-Raphaelite floor tiles
Coed Y Bwnydd Hill Fort & Woodlands

Address

Bettws Newydd, Usk, Gwent, NP15 1JS

Telephone
01874625515

brecon@nationaltrust.org.uk

Usk

Coed y Bwnydd is the largest and possibly best-preserved Iron Age hill fort in Monmouthshire, with a history of human involvement stretching back more than 2,000 years.
St. Mary's Priory

Address

St. Mary's Priory, St Mary's Priory Centre, Monk Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5ND

Telephone
01873 858787

manager@stmarys-priory.org

Monk Street, Abergavenny

St Mary's Priory Church is the parish church for the town and community of Abergavenny and is one of the largest and finest parish churches in Wales.
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 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.
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.
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.
St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy

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.
The Punchbowl

Address

Llanfoist, Monmouthshire, NP7 9LE

Telephone
0330 333 3300

enquiries@woodlandtrust.org.uk

Llanfoist

The Punchbowl is a beautiful nature spot on the eastern flank of the Blorenge mountain, overlooking Monmouthshire.
Magor Marsh

Address

Magor Marsh, Derek Upton Centre, Whitewall, Magor, Monmouthshire, NP26 3DD

Telephone
01633 889048

info@gwentwildlife.org

Whitewall, Magor

Magor Marsh is the last relatively natural area of fenland on the Gwent Levels. From the fleeting glimpse of a kingfisher, to the sight of colourful dragonflies darting over the reens, this is an inspiring place to visit.
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.
Goytre Hall Wood

Address

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

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

Goytre Hall Wood is 3.5 hectares of gently undulating broad-leaved woodland, set amongst a similarly flowing farmscape of small fields and woods
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
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.
Caerwent Roman Town

Address

Caerwent, Caerwent, Monmouthshire, NP26 5BA

Telephone
01443 336000

cadw@gov.wales

Caerwent

An archaeologist’s paradise with impressive Roman walls and remains.
Monmouth Methodist Church

Address

16A St James St, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DL

Telephone
01600712202

ar.langford1@btinternet.com

Monmouth

Founded in 1835, Monmouth Methodist Church is one of Monmouth’s architectural “hidden gems”.
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Chepstow Museum

Address

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

Telephone
01291 625981

chepstowmuseum@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

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.
Monmouth Castle (Cadw)

Address

Monmouth Castle, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3BS

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Monmouth

Castle established by William Fitz Osbern in the late 11th century. The remains of the great hall date to the first half of the 12th century. Later remodelled by the Lancasters. Birthplace of Henry V.
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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.