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Discover castles, countryside, vineyards, manor houses, restaurants and more as you follow the Welsh border along the River Monnow from Monmouth. This walk runs parallel to Offa's Dyke in many places, offering a low level alternative.
The walk starts in the county town of Monmouth and along your way you'll pass the unique Monnow Gate & Bridge, the border castles of Skenfrith and Grosmont, award-winning dining at The Bell at Skenfrith and award-winning wine at Ancre Hill Vineyard.
Please note this route is no longer actively supported and maintained in full. As such those wishing to complete the walk do so at their own risk / discretion. The only sections actively maintained are those which follow existing Pathcare routes, eg. White Swan Skenfrith and Skenfrith to Box Farm.
Find out more about the Monnow Valley Walk here >
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Castle
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.
Restaurant
Skenfrith
The Bell’s restaurant has won many awards for its food including ‘Best Place to Eat – Pub’ in the Wales National Tourism Awards. The produce is seasonal and locally sourced with some from the hotel’s kitchen garden.
Budget Hotel
Monmouth
Budget Hotel in Monmouth
Mountain Biking
Monmouth
Established in 2010 by two passionate mountain bikers, WyeMTB aims to educate, encourage and enhance mountain bike participation in and around the Wye Valley
Walking Route
Monmouth
A 6.1 mile walk from Monmouth including a section of the Offa’s Dyke Path in King’s Wood.
Canoeing
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.
Historic Site
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.
Holiday Park
Monmouth
Family run park 5 minutes walking distance from town. Best run park in area..
Church
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.
Children's Activity Centre
Monmouth
Climb to new heights with Monmouth Premier Play Centre, featuring an exciting 3 storey, action pack climbing maze, featuring a unique beat the clock timing system. There’s also a designated (enclosed) toddler area.
Walking Route
Monmouth
2 mile walk around the land between the River Wye and the River Monnow.
Restaurant - Indian
Monmouth
The Misbah is a family-run Restaurant offering authentic Bangladeshi cuisine, and is located in a Grade II listed building in the heart of Monmouth, within the Picturesque Wye Valley.
Museum
Monmouth
This small volunteer-run museum, with free admission, tells the story of the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers - the only present-day regiment to have survived from the Militia.
Restaurant - Pub
Monmouth
The King's Head is a JD Wetherspoon's pub with rooms in the heart of Monmouthshire.
Self-catering
Monmouth
Self catering in Monmouth.
Theatre
Monmouth
Not only do we aim to provide an interesting range of shows and a film club, we are also available for hire for those groups seeking a professional venue for their production.
Walking Route
Monmouth
A 6.3 mile walk from Monmouth using sections of the Offa’s Dyke Path and Wye Valley Walk.
Guided Walking
Monmouth
Based in Monmouth close to the Wye Valley Walk and the Offas Dyke Path, this Monmouthshire based walking holiday company have been organising self-guided tours throughout Wales and the UK for 15 years.
Church
Monmouth
Founded in 1835, Monmouth Methodist Church is one of Monmouth’s architectural “hidden gems”.
Walking Route
Monmouth
A 1 mile Monmouth walk along the River Wye to Dixton Church and back.
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