Monmouthshire Things to Do

A pleasant and easy 25 mile walk that starts at the Roman town of Caerleon and extends to Brecon. Following the path of the river and the Brecon canal, the walk is flat for the most part making it very suitable for families or... more

A short drive east of Cardiff, Twmbarlwm is a pretty little mountain that makes an ideal viewpoint over the surrounding countryside and has the added attraction of a Norman motte. There are several marked walks in the area, the... more

The market town of Abergavenny is a short drive or train ride north of Cardiff and is worth a visit. While you're there, make sure you visit the Abergavenny Castle which also houses the town's museum. There is a permanent displ... more

Look out for the sheep signs on the way to this community farm which attracts schools and youth groups as well as a large number of day-trippers. Children are always fascinated by the milking demonstrations, and there's much mo... more

You wouldn't expect this sleepy market town to have its own festival, but it does, and it's a good one. The program is packed with events as diverse as traditional music recitals, jazz, choral concerts, literature and poetry re... more

If you are staying in South Wales, Tintern Abbey is one place you should definitely visit. Made famous by Wordsworth's poem, the ruins (set in the picturesque Wye Valley) are justifiably famous and draw crowds of visitors every... more