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Ideally placed between the Brecon Beacons and the Wye Valley, Monmouthshire offers a wealth of activities with spectacular landscape as a backdrop. Whether it's canoeing down the River Wye, taking a tandem paragliding or hot air balloon flight, horse-riding on dedicated trails or simply grabbing a round of golf, Monmouthshire has plenty to offer.

Prefer to keep your feet on terra firma? There’s plenty of ground to cover on the 177-mile Offa’s Dyke National Trail or the 870-mile Wales Coast Path. (If you walk one after the other you will walk your way around the whole of Wales).

Slightly more manageable by degrees are the Wye Valley Walk (136 miles), the Usk Valley Walk (48 miles) and the Three Castles Walk (19 miles). In March the South Wales Three Peaks Challenge takes place over the mountains around Abergavenny and the Big Black Mountains Challenge in May offers a choice of testing routes in the same area.

If you’re not already spoilt for choice, two of the long-distance routes on the National Cycle Network start in Chepstow.

For a different sort of excitement, cheer on your favourite horse at Chepstow Racecourse, home of the Coral Welsh Grand National, or stargaze in the UK’s first International Dark Sky Reserve in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

If you’re looking for something more restorative, try forest bathing at a well-being retreat in the Wye Valley, a relaxing treatment at one of our spas or learning a new skill on one of our courses.

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24 Wells and Springs at Trellech

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Church Street, Trellech, Monmouthshire, NP25 4PE

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Trellech

A 5.3 mile walk from Trellech, above the Wye Valley south of Monmouth. Taking in Cleddon Falls and historic Trellech.
Health Walk - Caldicot Castle

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Caldicot Castle Car Park, Church Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HT

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Caldicot

A 1.3 mile walk through Caldicot Castle Country Park.
Govilon Learning & Activity Centre

Type

Type:

Activity Provider

Address

School Lane, Govilon, Abergavenny, NP7 9RH

Telephone
01873 831185

info@govilon.org.uk

Govilon

Govilon Activity Centre is a non-profit Outdoor Education Centre and Accommodation Venue in South Wales. We have been operating proudly for more than 45 years.
Monmouth Canoe Centre

Type

Type:

Canoeing

Address

Castle Yard, Old Dixton Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DP

Telephone
01600 716083

info@monmouthcanoe.co.uk

Monmouth

Monmouth Canoe offer canoeing on the River Wye for families, youth and adult groups in Canadian canoes and single kayaks by the half-day or longer. Overnight canoe camping or B+B trips planned for up to a week's canoeing.
Boat tours on the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal

Type

Type:

Boat Tours

Address

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

boats@mbact.org.uk

Abergavenny

The Monmouthshire, Brecon and Abergavenny Canals Trust (MBACT) is a local charity focusing on restoring the Mon & Brec canal for its entire length. The Trust operates 2 community trip boats from the popular Goytre Wharf. The boats normally run at…
The David Broome Event Centre

Type

Type:

Sports Stadium

Address

Mount Ballan Manor, Crick, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5XP

Telephone
01291 418125

jess@theshowground.com

Caldicot

Set over 100 acres of stunning Welsh countryside, the experienced team here at the Centre have the experience to ensure that all manner of events run smoothly and efficiently.
Health Walk - Llanfoist Canal West Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

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

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Llanfoist, Abergavenny

2.8 mile walk along the cycle track to Govilon and back along the canal.
Health Walk - Blorenge High Level Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Keepers Pond Car Park, Abergavenny Road, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP4 9SR

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

4 mile walk from Keepers Pond around the summit of the Blorenge.
The Abergavenny Baker

Type

Type:

Cookery School

Address

The Abergavenny Baker, 1 The Courtyard, Lion Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5PE

Telephone
07977 511337

info@abergavennybaker.co.uk

Lion Street, Abergavenny

The Abergavenny Baker is an award winning Cookery School located in Abergavenny town centre, the foodie capital of South Wales.
Gourmet Gatherings

Type

Type:

Bushcraft/Foraging

Address

Varies depending on area we are foraging, Monmouthshire, NP16 7HH

chloe.gourmetgatherings@gmail.com

I am a professional forager, passionate about all aspects of wild food.
Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Tour Guides

Type

Type:

Guided Walking

Address

Crossroads, Palmerston Road, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, HR9 5PN

Telephone
01594 888197

contact@wyedeantourguides.org.uk

Ross-on-Wye

Whether you’re staying in the area or just visiting for a few hours, we can help you get the most out of your stay.
18 Monmouth King's Wood Circular Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Drybridge Community Nature Park, Rockfield Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 5AS

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Monmouth

A 6.1 mile walk from Monmouth including a section of the Offa’s Dyke Path in King’s Wood.
Health Walk - Dixton Church Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Monmouth Leisure Centre, Old Dixton Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DP

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Monmouth

A 1 mile Monmouth walk along the River Wye to Dixton Church and back.
Celtic Trails Walking - Offas Dyke Path

Type

Type:

Guided Walking

Address

Tintern, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 7ED

Telephone
01291 689774

walk@celtic-trails.com

Chepstow

Celtic Trails want to give you the best walking holiday in Britain you can have. Your walking holiday will take you along the very best of National Trails and Long-Distance paths through Wales
Health Walk - Swan Meadows & the River Gavenny

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Abergavenny Bus Station, Cross Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 5NE

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Abergavenny

2.7 mile walk following the River Gavenny up and downstream.
22 Mitchel Troy to Cwmcarvan

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Mitchel Troy Church car park, Mitchel Troy, Monmouthshire, NP25 4HT

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Mitchel Troy

A 5 mile walk with lots of ups, downs and spectacular views from Mitchel Troy, west of Monmouth.
Wales Perfumery

Type

Type:

Cultural Activity

Address

Maple Cottage, Old Monmouth Road, Mitchel Troy, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4HX

Telephone
07817869934

info@walesperfumery.com

Mitchel Troy, Monmouth

Wales Perfumery is a modern apothecary that uses the finest raw materials to create the most beautiful perfume and home fragrances.
Bailey Park Play Area

Type

Type:

Children's Playground

Address

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

Abergavenny

Bailey Park Play Area is located within Bailey Park, in the heart of Abergavenny.
Usk Playpark

Type

Type:

Children's Playground

Address

Usk Playpark, adjacent to Memorial Hall, Maryport Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AD

Maryport Street, Usk

Play park in Usk.
Wonderdays Hot Air Balloon Rides in Monmouthshire

Type

Type:

Ballooning

Address

Llanarth Village Hall, Groesonen Road, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 2AU

Telephone
0207 101 8839

hello@wonderdays.co.uk

Usk

Stunning hot air balloon rides over Monmouthshire. Discover the area like never before as you drift skywards for the experience of a lifetime.