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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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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.
St Peter's Church, Dixton

Type

Type:

Church

Address

St Peters’ Church, Dixton Lane, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3SY

friendsofdixtonchurch@hotmail.com

Monmouth

St. Peter's Church in Dixton, on the outskirts of Monmouth along the River Wye.
Black Rock Lave Net Heritage Fishery

Type

Type:

Heritage Centre

Address

Black Rock Picnic Site, Black Rock Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5TP

Telephone
01633 880494

lavenets4wales@msn.com

Caldicot

The lave net fishermen of Black Rock promote the fishery as a heritage site and invite all to enjoy this last remaining welsh severn estuary salmon fishery which can be watched quite safely from the picnic site.
Monmouth Castle (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Monmouth Castle, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3BS

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

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.
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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

Shire Hall is a former Court of Assizes and Quarter Sessions in the centre of Monmouth, South Wales. It is a Grade I listed, classically designed building in Agincourt Square at the top of Monnow Street.
St Cadoc's Church

Type

Type:

Church

Address

The Grange to Llanvolda Road, Llangattock-Vibon-Avel, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 5NG

Monmouth

A secluded medieval church with links to Rolls Royce.
Cornwall House

Type

Type:

Historic House

Address

58 Monmow Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3EN

Telephone
01600 712031

jane2harvey@tiscali.co.uk

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.
St. Mary's Priory Church, Monmouth

Type

Type:

Church

Address

St. Mary's Priory Church, Monk Street, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3NX

monmouthparishsecretary@gmail.com

Monmouth

St. Mary's Priory Church, Monmouth is a beautiful church which is the parish and civic church for the town and community of Monmouth.
Church of St Illtyd

Type

Type:

Church

Address

Old Abergavenny Road, Mamhilad, Pontypool, Monmouthshire, NP4 8RH

Pontypool

Medieval church first mentioned in c1100 but likely 14th century in origin.
Penallt Old Church

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…
St Michaels Church

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.
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.
Monmouth Methodist Church

Type

Type:

Church

Address

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

Telephone
01600712202

ar.langford1@btinternet.com

Monmouth

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

Type

Type:

Church

Address

Partrishow, Abergavenny, Powys, NP7 7LP

Abergavenny

St. Issui's Church is a medieval church on an old pilgrimage site in the Black Mountains.
Monnow Gate and Bridge

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

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

Telephone
01600 775257

Shirehall@monmouthshire.gov.uk

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.
St David's Church, Llangeview

Type

Type:

Church

Address

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

Telephone
0204 520 4458

office@friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk

Usk

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