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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 Dewstow Gardens (which was buried under tons of earth for over 50 years before being rediscovered and restored) and 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.
1. 1st Jan 202431st Dec 2024
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.
1. 1st Jan 202431st Dec 2024
Abergavenny Museum and 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. 10th Feb 202431st Dec 2024
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.
1. 26th Mar 20243rd Nov 2024
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. 1st Jan 202431st Dec 2024
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.
1. 1st Jan 202431st Dec 2024
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.
1. 1st Jan 202431st Dec 2024
Skenfrith Castle (Cadw)

One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.
1. 1st Jan 202431st Dec 2024
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.
1. 1st Jan 202431st Dec 2024

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St. Peter's Church of Llanwenarth Citra

Type

Type:

Church

Address

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

Telephone
01873 857392

pa@stmarys-priory.org

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…
Raglan Castle (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Raglan Castle, Raglan, Monmouthshire, NP15 2BT

Telephone
03000 252239

raglancastle@gov.wales

Raglan

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.
Magor Procurator House

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.
St. Mary's Church

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.
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.
Chepstow Bridge - Old Wye Bridge

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

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

Telephone
01291 625981

chepstowmuseum@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Chepstow

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

Type

Type:

Historic Site

Address

Tintern, Tintern, Monmouthshire, NP16 6TS

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Tintern

Abbey Tintern Furnace contains the excavated and part restored remains of a 17th century ironworks, a Scheduled Ancient Monument
Chepstow Castle (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Chepstow Castle, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5EY

Telephone
03000 252239

ChepstowCastle@gov.wales

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…
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.
White Castle (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

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

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

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.
Goodrich Castle

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.
Coed Y Bwnydd Hill Fort & Woodlands

Address

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

Telephone
01874625515

brecon@nationaltrust.org.uk

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.
Church of St Stephen & St Tathan

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
Treowen

Type

Type:

Historic House

Address

Wonastow, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4DL

Telephone
07402246502

john.wheelock@treowen.co.uk

Monmouth

A Noble Mansion. It occupies a commanding situation from whence are surveyed some of the most interesting scenes in Monmouthshire.
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.
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”.
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.
St Bridget's Church Skenfrith

Type

Type:

Church

Address

St Bridget's Church Skenfrith, Skenfrith, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UH

Telephone
01873 821405

Abergavenny

St. Bridget’s is an ancient church, consecrated in 1207, which has seen the worship of God through many centuries. This is one of the oldest churches in continuous use in Monmouthshire.
Penallt Old Church

Type

Type:

Church

Address

Penallt Old Church, Penallt, The Rhadyr, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 4SE

Telephone
07495 445807

karenann.nz@gmail.com

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…