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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, organic dining at The Bell at Skenfrith and award-winning wine at Ancre Hill Vineyard.
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Substantial remains of thirteenth-century castle of Hubert de Burgh, raised on an earlier motte. It was later remodelled by the house of Lancaster.- One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.
Monnow Bridge in Monmouth, Wales, is the only remaining mediaeval fortified river bridge in Great Britain with its gate tower still standing in place.- 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.
- A young, family run vineyard on south facing slopes in the beautiful Monmouthshire countryside. Specialising in sparkling wine, and Pinot Noir.
- Apple County Cider is based near Skenfrith in Monmouthshire. The farm grows cider apples & blackcurrants in fields overlooking Monnow Valley's stunning landscape. There’s a cider shop open 7 days a week for cider tasting and local produce.
Visit the famous recording studios on Rockfield Farm which have played host to many of the world’s biggest artists.- 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.
- 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.
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