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If it's castles you're after, you're in luck. We have nine dotted across our rolling countryside at Abergavenny, Caldicot, Chepstow, Grosmont, Monmouth, Raglan, Skenfrith, Usk and White Castle. (Reminders of the area's past turmoil and fiercely contested border location).

There are plenty of other historic buildings and sites. Not least the romantic ruins of Tintern Abbey or Llanthony Priory or the restored Shire Hall in Monmouth, scene of the infamous Chartist trial of 1839. Or Monnow Gate & Bridge in Monmouth, the only remaining medieval fortified river bridge in Great Britain with its gate tower still standing. Or Caerwent Roman Town, which was founded in 75AD and later became the largest centre of civilian population in Roman Wales.

Look out for hidden gems like Llanvihangel Court, which Charles 1 reputedly used as a hideaway during the Civil War.

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Raglan Castle (Cadw)

Raglan Castle is an impressive fifteenth-century castle built by Sir William ap Thomas and his son William Herbert, remodelled by William Somerset, third earl of Worcester, 1549-89. Finest late Medieval fortress in Britain. On-site exhibitions.
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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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Abergavenny Museum and Castle

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!
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Caldicot Castle and Country Park

Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home. Entry is free.
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Usk Castle

Usk Castle nestles on a promontory overlooking the lovely town of Usk, hidden from sight most of the time, but just waiting for you to explore the ruins.
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Monmouth Castle (Cadw)

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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Grosmont Castle (Cadw)

Substantial remains of thirteenth-century castle of Hubert de Burgh, raised on an earlier motte. It was later remodelled by the house of Lancaster.
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Skenfrith Castle (Cadw)

One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.
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White Castle (Cadw)

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.
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Caerwent Roman Town

Type

Type:

Roman Remains

Address

Caerwent, Caerwent, Monmouthshire, NP26 5BA

Telephone
01443 336000

cadw@gov.wales

Caerwent

An archaeologist’s paradise with impressive Roman walls and remains.
St Michael & All Angels', Llanfihangel Rogiet

Type

Type:

Church

Address

St Michael & All Angels', Llanfihangel Rogiet, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 3UP

Telephone
+44 (0)204 520 4458

office@friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk

Caldicot

Medieval church with 13th-century effigies and a 15th century bell which was the wedding place of Henry Jones, the inventor of self-raising flour.
Managed by the Friends of Friendless Churches.
St David’s Church, Llanddewi Skirrid

Type

Type:

Church

Address

St David's Church, Llanddewi Skirrid, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8AW

Telephone
01873 859881

mardyvicarage@yahoo.co.uk

Abergavenny

St. David's Church is found in the beautiful village of Llandewi Skirrid, nestled in the foothills of the Skirrid, the 'Holy Mountain'.
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.
Llanvihangel Court

Type

Type:

Historic House

Address

Llanvihangel Court, Llanvihangel Crucorney, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8DH

Telephone
07806 768 788

Enquiries@llanvihangelcourt.com

Abergavenny

Llanvihangel Court is a Tudor manor house set on the edge of the beautiful Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons.
Hen Gwrt Moated Site (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

Llantilio Crossenny, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8TD

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Abergavenny

Probably a manorial site belonging to the bishops of Llandaff in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, later used as a hunting lodge. Only the moat now remains.
Chepstow Bridge - Old Wye Bridge

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

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

Telephone
01291 625981

chepstowmuseum@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

Chepstow Bridge is the World's largest iron arch road bridge from the first 50 years (1780-1830) of iron and steel construction.
The Virtuous Well

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

Llandogo Road, Trellech, Monmouthshire, NP25 4PE

Trellech

A medieval well famous for its cures.
Usk Castle

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Monmouth Road, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1SD

Telephone
01291 672563

info@uskcastle.com

Usk

Usk Castle nestles on a promontory overlooking the lovely town of Usk, hidden from sight most of the time, but just waiting for you to explore the ruins.
St. Arvan's Church

Type

Type:

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.
Goodrich Castle

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Goodrich, Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 6HY

Telephone
01600 890538

Ross-On-Wye

Come and relive the turbulent history of Goodrich Castle with our free audio and then climb to the battlements for breathtaking views over the Wye Valley. Finally, enjoy a selection of homemade drinks and snacks in the castle café.
St. Mary's Church

Type

Type:

Religious Site

Address

Tintern, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6SF

Tintern

The ruins of St. Mary's Church are on the hill above the former Abbey Hotel and originally served the Parish of Chapel Hill at the southern end of Tintern.
Tourism For All

Caldicot Castle and Country Park

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Caldicot Castle, Church Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU

Telephone
01291 420241

caldicotcastle@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Caldicot

Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home. Entry is free.
Grosmont Castle (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Castle

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.
Goytre Wharf & Canal Visitor Centre

Type

Type:

Heritage Centre

Address

Goytre Wharf & Canal Visitor Centre, Llanover, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9EW

Telephone
01873 880516

abclg@goytrewharf.com

Abergavenny

Goytre Wharf is a 200 year old industrial heritage site that includes a busy visitor centre and marina on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.
Tourism For All

Shire Hall Museum, Monmouth

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

Shire Hall, Agincourt Square, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DY

Telephone
01600 775257

Shirehall@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Monmouth

The Shire Hall Museum in Monmouth will close to the public on 20 December 2025 and will be closed throughout 2026 to reopen early in 2027 as it undergoes an exciting refurbishment.
Shire Hall is a former Court of Assizes and Quarter Sessions in the…
Llanddewi Rhydderch Baptist Chapel

Type

Type:

Church

Address

Llanddewi Rhydderch, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9TT

Telephone
07977596319

contact@llanddewi-rhydderch-chapel.co.uk

Abergavenny

Llanddewi Rhydderch Baptist Chapel was built in 1827, on land donated by the Williams family. Services have been held in the Chapel ever since.
Tourism For All

Chepstow Museum

Type

Type:

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.
Tintern Abbey (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

Tintern Abbey, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6SE

Telephone
03000 252239

TinternAbbey@gov.wales

Tintern

Cistercian abbey, founded in 1131 in the beautiful Wye valley village of Tintern. Remarkably complete abbey church rebuilt in the later thirteenth and early fourteenth centuries, with extensive remains of cloister and associated monastic buildings.
St Mary the Virgin, Llanfair Kilgeddin

Type

Type:

Church

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.