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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
    Beautifully preserved Chepstow Castle is a history lesson in stone. A massive and mighty medieval fortress. Spectacular River Wye setting. Impressive exhibition with life-size models.
    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. 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: 47

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                    Castle

                    Address

                    Grosmont, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8EP

                    Telephone

                    0300 025 6000

                    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.

                    Add Grosmont Castle (Cadw) to your Itinerary

                  2. 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

                  3. 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

                  4. 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

                  5. Type

                    Type:

                    Church

                    Address

                    St David's Church, Llangeview, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1NF

                    Telephone

                    0204 520 4458

                    Usk

                    Ancient church in an almost circular churchyard, with a 15th century rood beam and loft, and a wealth of 18th-century woodwork

                    Add St David's Church, Llangeview to your Itinerary

                  6. 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

                  7. Type

                    Type:

                    Church

                    Address

                    Magor Square, Magor, Monmouthshire, NP26 3LY

                    Telephone

                    01633 882266

                    Magor

                    Visit the Church of St Mary's, situated in the heart of Magor.

                    Add St. Mary's Church, Magor to your Itinerary

                  8. 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

                  9. 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

                  10. Type

                    Type:

                    Church

                    Address

                    St Michael and All Angels', Chepstow Road, Gwernesney, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1HE

                    Telephone

                    +44 (0)204 520 4458

                    Gwernesney, Usk

                    This diminutive Grade I listed church dates from the 13th century, and is said to house the oldest bells in Monmouthshire.

                    Add St Michael and All Angels', Gwernesney to your Itinerary

                  11. Type

                    Type:

                    Church

                    Address

                    Llanfair Kilgeddin, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9BG

                    Telephone

                    0204 520 4458

                    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.

                    Add St Mary the Virgin, Llanfair Kilgeddin to your Itinerary

                  12. Type

                    Type:

                    Historic Site

                    Address

                    Tintern Abbey, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6SE

                    Telephone

                    03000 252239

                    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.

                    Add Tintern Abbey (Cadw) to your Itinerary

                  13. Type

                    Type:

                    Heritage Centre

                    Address

                    Old Station Tintern, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 7NX

                    Telephone

                    01291 689566

                    Tintern

                    The Old Station nestles beside the River Wye in the heart of the Wye Valley in Tintern. This idyllic 10 – acre site boasts the best of what Monmouthshire has to offer.

                    Add Old Station Tintern to your Itinerary

                  14. Type

                    Type:

                    Church

                    Address

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

                    Telephone

                    +44 (0)204 520 4458

                    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.

                    Add St Michael & All Angels', Llanfihangel Rogiet to your Itinerary

                  15. Type

                    Type:

                    Church

                    Address

                    St Peter's Church, Llanwenarth Citra, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 7EP

                    Telephone

                    01873 857392

                    Abergavenny

                    St Peter’s Church is a small country church in a beautiful setting in the Usk valley just outside Abergavenny. The Church is open everyday with volunteers taking it in turns to open it daily. We have a service every Sunday morning at 10am and…

                    Add St. Peter's Church of Llanwenarth Citra to your Itinerary

                  16. Type

                    Type:

                    Church

                    Address

                    Church of St Nicholas, Trellech, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4PZ

                    Telephone

                    01600 860662

                    Monmouth

                    St Nicholas' Church in Trellech is an historic site in the heart of the Wye Valley between Monmouth & Chepstow.

                    Add Church of St Nicholas, Trellech to your Itinerary

                  17. Type

                    Type:

                    Church

                    Address

                    Monmouth Road, Tintern Parva, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6SG

                    Telephone

                    01594 530080

                    Tintern

                    Whatever your faith , we welcome you to enjoy the tranquility of our church, a place of quiet reflection, where you join the many who have passed through it's doors over 13 centuries in fellowship and peace.

                    Add St Michaels Church to your Itinerary

                  18. Type

                    Type:

                    Castle

                    Address

                    Monmouth Road, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1SD

                    Telephone

                    01291 672563

                    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.

                    Add Usk Castle to your Itinerary

                  19. Type

                    Type:

                    Historic Site

                    Address

                    The Round House, The Kymin, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SF

                    Telephone

                    01600 719241

                    Monmouth

                    A charming 18th-century Round House and Naval Temple standing proudly atop a prominent hill, the Kymin and its nine acres of pleasure grounds overlooks Monmouth and the beautiful Wye Valley.

                    Add The Kymin to your Itinerary

                  20. 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

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