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  1. Raglan Castle
    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.
  2. Chepstow Castle
    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.
    1. Abergavenny Castle
      Abergavenny Museum is open every day 11am - 4pm (except Wednesdays). The castle grounds are open 11am - 4pm every day. We look forward to welcoming you!
      1. Caldicot Castle
        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.
        1. 1st Apr 20235th Nov 2023
      2. 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.
        1. Monmouth Castle
          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.
          1. Grosmont Castle
            Substantial remains of thirteenth-century castle of Hubert de Burgh, raised on an earlier motte. It was later remodelled by the house of Lancaster.
            1. Skenfrith Castle
              One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.
              1. White Castle
                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.

                Number of results: 52

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                1. 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.

                  Add St. Mary's Church to your Itinerary

                2. Type

                  Type:

                  Museum

                  Address

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

                  Telephone

                  01291 625981

                  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.

                  Add Chepstow Museum to your Itinerary

                3. Type

                  Type:

                  Church

                  Address

                  Church of St Stephen & St Tathan, Pound Lane, Caerwent, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5AY

                  Telephone

                  07813 264429

                  Caerwent, Caldicot

                  This is perhaps one of the earliest Christian sites in the county, possibly in Wales

                  Add Church of St Stephen & St Tathan to your Itinerary

                4. Type

                  Type:

                  Historic Site

                  Address

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

                  Telephone

                  01600 775257

                  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.

                  Add Monnow Gate and Bridge to your Itinerary

                5. Type

                  Type:

                  Historic Site

                  Address

                  Llantilio Crossenny, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8TD

                  Telephone

                  0300 025 6000

                  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.

                  Add Hen Gwrt Moated Site (Cadw) to your Itinerary

                6. Type

                  Type:

                  Historic Site

                  Address

                  Magor Square, Magor, Monmouthshire, NP26 3LY

                  Magor

                  Also known as Magor Mansion, the Procurator's House is the ruined remains of a mansion situated next to St. Mary's Church in Magor.

                  Add Magor Procurator House to your Itinerary

                7. Type

                  Type:

                  Church

                  Address

                  St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy, Vale of Ewyas, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 7NS

                  Vale of Ewyas, Abergavenny

                  Visit the most crooked church in Britain at Cwmyoy.

                  Add St Martin's Church, Cwmyoy to your Itinerary

                8. Type

                  Type:

                  Church

                  Address

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

                  Telephone

                  01600712202

                  Monmouth

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

                  Add Monmouth Methodist Church to your Itinerary

                9. Address

                  Coed Y Bwnydd, Bettws Newydd, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1JS

                  Telephone

                  01874625515

                  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.

                  Add Coed Y Bwnydd Hill Fort & Woodlands to your Itinerary

                10. Type

                  Type:

                  Castle

                  Address

                  Chepstow Castle, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5EY

                  Telephone

                  03000 252239

                  Chepstow

                  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…

                  Add Chepstow Castle (Cadw) to your Itinerary

                11. Type

                  Type:

                  Historic House

                  Address

                  58 Monmow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3EN

                  Telephone

                  01600 712031

                  Monmouth

                  Town house, dating back to at least the 17th century. Red brick garden facade in Queen Anne style, dating from 1752. Street facade remodelled in Georgian style (date unknown). Many original features, including fine staircase.

                  Add Cornwall House to your Itinerary

                12. Type

                  Type:

                  Castle

                  Address

                  Monmouth Castle, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3BS

                  Telephone

                  0300 025 6000

                  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.

                  Add Monmouth Castle (Cadw) to your Itinerary

                13. Type

                  Type:

                  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. The focal point of the parish even for those who rarely worship in it. Visible from miles around it is a spiritual refuge for the local parishioners and the many who use the footpaths that…

                  Add Penallt Old Church to your Itinerary

                14. 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.

                  Add Goodrich Castle to your Itinerary

                15. Type

                  Type:

                  Church

                  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).

                  Add Church of St. Nicholas, Grosmont to your Itinerary

                16. Type

                  Type:

                  Castle

                  Address

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

                  Telephone

                  01291 420241

                  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.

                  Add Caldicot Castle and Country Park to your Itinerary

                17. Type

                  Type:

                  Castle

                  Address

                  White Castle, Llantilio Crosenny, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UD

                  Telephone

                  0300 025 6000

                  Abergavenny

                  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.

                  Add White Castle (Cadw) to your Itinerary

                18. Type

                  Type:

                  Castle

                  Address

                  Skenfrith, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UH

                  Telephone

                  0300 025 6000

                  Abergavenny

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

                  Add Skenfrith Castle (Cadw) to your Itinerary

                19. Type

                  Type:

                  Historic Site

                  Address

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

                  Telephone

                  01291 625981

                  Chepstow

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

                  Add Chepstow Bridge - Old Wye Bridge to your Itinerary

                20. Type

                  Type:

                  Church

                  Address

                  St. Arvan's Church, Church Lane, St Arvans,, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 6EU

                  Telephone

                  01291 622064

                  St Arvans,, Chepstow

                  Medieval parish church of potential ninth century Celtic origin, named after the 9th century hermit St. Arvan.

                  Add St. Arvan's Church to your Itinerary

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