To provide you with the best experience, cookies are used on this site.  Learn more

Allow cookies

Visit Monmouthshire in spring

Searching for something...
  • Accommodation
  • Things to Do
  • What's On
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
Accommodation Search
Check Availability
Arrival Date:
Add Room
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Things to Do Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
What's On Search
Dates
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Food & Drink Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Shopping Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:

Be inspired in Monmouthshire

Inspiration

  1. Easter Egg
    Take part in Llandegfedd Lake's 2026 Easter Trails Collect trail maps from the activity centre, then head out to explore Llandegfedd Lake and find all the wildlife signs.
    1. Honeyade from Hive Mind

      2025 Great Taste Award winning products in Monmouthshire.

    Things To Do Highlights

    Natural Resources Wales sign post pointing to trails, Manor Brook Leap and Manor Wood Walk

    Manor Wood is on the edge of a quiet village on the eastern side of the Wye Valley.

    Usk Rural Life Museum

    An independent museum crammed with reminders of Monmouthshire’s rural heritage.

    Highfields Farm

    This is a garden defined by its plants. There are over 1200 cultivars, with many rarities, densely…

    @robertmintonphotography St Marys Tintern

    [Currently Closed to Public] The ruins of St. Mary's Church are on the hill above the former Abbey…

    Treowen Manor

    A Noble Mansion. It occupies a commanding situation from whence are surveyed some of the most…

    Sugarloaf Vineyard

    Welcome to Sugar Loaf Vineyard. Our wines have achieved Quality Status from the European Wine…

    The Chapel & Kitchen

    We host events and workshops with artists, musicians, writers & poets. Nourish and delight the…

    Chepstow Castle

    Chepstow Castle is a must-visit as the oldest post-Roman stone castle in the UK (with the oldest…

    Court Robert Arts

    Located in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside, Court Robert Arts sell garden sculpture by…

    St Michael and All Angels Llanfiangel Rogiet

    Medieval church with 13th-century effigies and a 15th century bell which was the wedding place of…

    Black Rock Picnic Site

    Black Rock Picnic Site is a picturesque picnic site on the banks of the river Severn between the…

    Old Station Tintern sign

    The Old Station nestles beside the River Wye in the heart of the Wye Valley in Tintern. This…

    Hive Mind

    We are a small, family run company founded by two brothers and based in the beautiful Wye Valley,…

    Caerwent Roman Town

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

    Birch Tree Well

    Situated in the heart of the Lower Wye Valley, amongst the ancient habitat of woodland, rocks and…

    Bigsweir Bridge

    Bigsweir Bridge is a border crossing of the River Wye between Wales (Monmouthshire) and England…

    Raglan Castle

    Raglan Castle is an impressive fifteenth-century castle built by Sir William ap Thomas and his son…

    Craft Renaissance Gallery

    Established in 2001, Craft Renaissance is a collective of independent businesses based in a…

    View from the alcove

    Piercefield woods are the gateway to the Lower Wye Valley, stretching for over 3km along the river…

    Usk Castle

    Usk Castle nestles on a promontory overlooking the lovely town of Usk, hidden from sight most of…

    St Peter's Church Dixton

    St. Peter's Church in Dixton, on the outskirts of Monmouth along the River Wye.

    Llanover Garden

    A stunning & unique 15 acre historic garden with unusual herbaceous plants, shrubs and trees, a…

    Stunning landscape

    The new Visitor Centre at Llandegfedd Reservoir spans beautiful, rolling landscaped countryside.…

    Chepstow Museum

    Chepstow Museum reveals the rich and varied past of this ancient town, once an important port and…

    Events coming up in Monmouthshire

    Miniature Railway at Old Station Tintern small red and black train showing a wheelchair carriage - sunny day

    The Old Station nestles beside the River Wye in the heart of the Wye Valley in Tintern. This…

    Openings

    Season

    1st April 2026-31st October 2026
    Sip and Paint Abergavenny Pugh's Garden Kitchen abergavenny people paint in a restaurant whilst enjoying a drink

    Step into a world of floral elegance and creativity with our Chelsea Flower Show inspired Sip &…

    Openings

    Season

    20th May 2026
    Pianoforte

    Set against the backdrop of the 1839 Newport Rising, this is a story of resilience, justice and…

    Openings

    Season

    21st May 2026
    White Castle Vineyard Tour with Robb Merchant

    Our Tour is a wonderful opportunity to experience first hand an award winning Welsh Vineyard.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd May 2026-25th May 2026
    Lord  Raglan Trip Boat at Goytre Wharf

    Enjoy skippered trips along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal from Goytre Wharf, where the…

    Openings

    Season

    22nd May 2026-24th May 2026

    Season

    29th May 2026-31st May 2026

    Season

    5th June 2026-7th June 2026
    Devauden Music Festival 2025  gate with sign with bright colours and balloons in Monmouth

    The Devauden Festival has been running since 2010 and is a family friendly event set in the heart…

    Openings

    Season

    22nd May 2026-24th May 2026
    Circus performer in Caldicot Castle at Big Banquet

    Street Food Circus rolls back into Caldicot Castle with “The Big Banquet” for the late May Bank…

    Openings

    Season

    22nd May 2026-25th May 2026
    Fletcher

    Mercenary archers are encamped at Tintern Abbey with their families! Why are they here? How do they…

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-25th May 2026

    Season

    22nd August 2026-23rd August 2026
    Herne's Arrow Events

    An amazing weekend celebrating the classic British TV show, Robin of Sherwood. Meet and talk with…

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
    It's close in this octuple race

    Monmouth Regatta is two days of side by side racing on the fantastic waters of the River Wye, in…

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
    Scenery at Llandegfedd Lake

    Get ready for our Summer Half Term Trail at Llandegfedd Lake

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Rowing boat at Llandegfedd Lake with family in.

    Experience our latest activity – rowing boat hire!

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    open days 2026 wine, food and live music

    Visit The Dell Vineyard for a weekend pop-up with The Cheese Connection.

    Openings

    12:00 - 6:00pm

    23rd May 2026

    12:00 - 6:00pm

    24th May 2026

    12:00 - 6:00pm

    29th August 2026

    12:00 - 6:00pm

    30th August 2026
    Chepstow Castle

    Come along to Chepstow Castle and hand sew your very own castle themed notebook and decorate the…

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026
    Monnow Bridge Markets - Local Produce stalls / green tents on Monow Bridge over river

    Curated food and produce markets using local producers and businesses

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026

    Season

    4th July 2026
    children with bingo notes and pens looking around chepstow castle having fun

    Search the castle for features old and new, and be the first one in your family to shout … BINGO!

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Murder Mystery Weekend

    Become a detective and help solve the crime and bring the culprit(s) to justice, with a prize for…

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 2026-25th May 2026
    Abergavenny Steam Rally

    The Abergavenny Steam Rally is held every year on the last Bank Holiday in May. It is a great day…

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 2026-25th May 2026
    Baileau

    Baileau is a mature cottage style garden around an ancient farmhouse (not open). Packed with fruit…

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 2026
    Summer Sculpture Exhibition

Set on the gentle slopes of the beautiful Wye Valley in Tintern, this *award‑winning sculpture garden* hosts one of Wales

    Enjoy the artwork and plant life at the Wye Valley Sculpture Garden, a 3 acre garden set on the…

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 2026-13th September 2026
    Busy Catbrook Plant sale with people enjoying the plans on sale in the village hall near chepstow

    Excellent Annual plant sale with home made teas! Please grow and bring plants and home produce to…

    Openings

    Season

    25th May 2026
    Bee

    Find out all about medieval beekeeping at Chepstow Castle, with a chance to observe the bees at…

    Openings

    Season

    26th May 2026
    may half term physical theatre and circus workshop

    Jump into fun FREEE May half-term theatre and Circus workshops and unleash your creativity on stage!

    Openings

    Season

    26th May 2026-29th May 2026
    Caldicot Castle

    ​​​​​​​Come and join us at Caldicot Castle for a unique insight into the fascinating and chequered…

    Openings

    Season

    27th May 2026

    Season

    24th June 2026

    Season

    29th July 2026

    Season

    26th August 2026

    Season

    30th September 2026

    Season

    28th October 2026

    Accommodation Highlights

    View from Caer Llan

    Caer Llan is a large country house set in 25 acres of garden, field and woodland in the designated…

    Beaufort Cottage Tintern

    Beaufort Cottage is on a particularly special site, with an amazing close-up view from its bedroom…

    The Bell at Skenfrith

    The Bell is a beautifully restored,17th century former coaching inn which still retains much of its…

    Llanthony Court Castaway

    Two old railway wagons have been transported to a remote spot on a family farm, and transformed…

    Maes Y Berllan

    Converted barn from 18thC on a working farm. Situated in the Usk Valley. We have our own stretch of…

    Swanmeadow Holiday Cottages

    A warm welcome awaits you at our farm Holiday Cottages that are part of Panty-goitre farm, a…

    Beacon Park Cottages

    Our three cottages are nestled around Llanfoist Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, near…

    Highlands Cottage

    Charming converted stone stables. Set in an orchard, with stunning views. Close to the River…

    Green Dyffryn Barn

    Enjoying a quietly secluded rural location and stunning panoramic views over the Vale of Usk to the…

    Cwrt Bleddyn

    Dating back to the 17th Century, the historic building has been refurbished and extended to create…

    Middle Ninfa

    Are you a family or activity group looking for a friendly/comfortable/quiet Bunkhouse/Cottage for…

    The Hafod

    Llwyn-on Hafod is situated near Hay-on-Wye on a small Welsh farm-holding of 50 acres of pasture,…

    Mistletoe Cottage

    Mistletoe Cottage is set in a large barn conversion which also hosts an art gallery and café. The…

    Franky's Hideout

    Welcome to Franky's Hideout This beautiful shepherds hut has everything you could wish for!

    Torlands

    Torlands is a spacious and sylishly refurbished modern property with glorious views over open…

    The Chickenshed

    Great architecture, clean design and fine views over the Monmouthshire countryside combine in a…

    broadley cottages

    Located in the Brecon Beacons National Park. This area is fantastic for walking, pony trekking and…

    Back of house

    Old Hendre is a working farm with high quality accommodation for active people. The modern…

    Vauxhall Cottage

    Vauxhall Cottage is a 3 bedroom detached cottage a short stroll from Chepstow's historic town…

    Llanthony Priory

    Stay at the stunning Llanthony Priory, deep in the Black Mountains. 

    Smithy's Bunkhouse

    Smithy's Bunkhouse is situated on a working hill farm in the Black Mountains area of the Brecon…

    Outside

    Three luxury canvas safari lodges, each with their own private bathroom and hot tub. Rediscover…

    Church Farm Guest House

    A spacious and homely 16thC former farmhouse (grade II listed) with oak beams and inglenook…

    Don't Miss

    Don't Miss

    Don't Miss

    Don't Miss

    Don't Miss

    Don't Miss

    Don't Miss

    • Cymru Wales Logo
    • Site Logo
    • Monlife Logo
    • Monmouthshire Logo