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Monnow Valley Walk

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.

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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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Monnow Gate and Bridge

Monnow Bridge in Monmouth, Wales, is the only remaining mediaeval fortified river bridge in Great Britain with its gate tower still standing in place.
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Monmouth Castle & Regimental Museum

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.
Ancre Hill Vineyard

A family run vineyard on south facing slopes in the beautiful Monmouthshire countryside. Specialising in sparkling wine, and Pinot Noir. Please note, whilst you can still buy our wines, we no longer offer visits to the vineyard.
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Apple County Cider Co

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.
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Rockfield Music Studio

Visit the famous recording studios on Rockfield Farm which have played host to many of the world’s biggest artists.
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The Bell at Skenfrith Restaurant

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.
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St Bridget's Church Skenfrith

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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27 Skenfrith to Box Farm

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Skenfrith Castle, Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UG

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Skenfrith

A 6 mile walk north of Skenfrith in the Monnow Valley.
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.
Skenfrith Castle (Cadw)

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Skenfrith, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8UH

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Abergavenny

One of the 'Three Castles' held in common ownership, with Grosmont and White Castle.
Great British Walks

Type

Type:

Guided Walking

Address

Singleton Court Business Park, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 5JA

Telephone
+441600713008

info@great-british-walks.com

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.
The Brambles

Type

Type:

Self-catering

Address

Hadnock Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3NG

Telephone
07774640442

priceproperties21@icloud.com

Monmouth

Self catering in Monmouth.
Ancre Hill Vineyard

Type

Type:

Vineyard

Address

Rockfield Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 5HS

Telephone
01600 714152

info@ancrehillestates.co.uk

Monmouth

A family run vineyard on south facing slopes in the beautiful Monmouthshire countryside. Specialising in sparkling wine, and Pinot Noir.
Please note, whilst you can still buy our wines, we no longer offer visits to the vineyard.
The King's Head (JD Wetherspoons)

Type

Type:

Restaurant - Pub

Address

The King's Head, 8 Agincourt Square, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DY

Telephone
01600 710500

p3623@jdwetherspoon.co.uk

Monmouth

The King's Head is a JD Wetherspoon's pub with rooms in the heart of Monmouthshire.
Health Walk - Dixton Church Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Monmouth Leisure Centre, Old Dixton Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DP

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Monmouth

A 1 mile Monmouth walk along the River Wye to Dixton Church and back.
WyeMTB

Type

Type:

Mountain Biking

Address

Brecon & Monmouthshire, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 5AY

Telephone
01600 227484

hello@wyemtb.co.uk

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
Health Walk - Two Rivers Meadow Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Monmouth Leisure Centre, Old Dixton Road, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DP

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Monmouth

2 mile walk around the land between the River Wye and the River Monnow.