Wye Valley
The Wye Valley has a host of Spa Hotels and beautiful countryside walks and the most castles per square miles in the UK!
Abergavenny is a beautiful little market town that offers its visitors a glimpse into the laid back lifestyle of Wales, where you can experience some of the best local produce in Britain. Home to the Abergavenny Food festival, this little town in Wales won’t disappoint!
There are hundreds of events and festivals happening all over the Wye Valley throughout the year, including The Hay Literary Festival, The Royal Welsh Show, Chepstow Races and hundreds more! You won’t be short of things to do whilst on holiday.
Although famous for its food, history and culture, it offers the UK city breaker something as well. The City of Newport (Wales) offers its visitors a city experience and with the capital city of Cardiff on the doorstep, this is the perfect location for that weekend break or UK getaway!
Looking for places to visit and things to do with the kids? Then look no further - with castles and attractions dotted throughout the Wye Valley this is a fantastic place for that UK family holiday.
Events in Wye Valley
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Fri 13 - Sat 14 Dec | BWCAS - Wind In The Willows at Wyeside Arts Centre |
| Sat 14 - Sun 15 Dec | Christmas Fayre at Tretower Court and Castle (Cadw) |
| Sat 14 - Sun 15 Dec | Meet Father Christmas at Fourteen Locks Canal & Heritage Centre |
| Sat 14 - Sun 15 Dec | Santa Specials at Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway |
Museums in Wye Valley
Newport City
The Newport Medieval Ship was discovered in the banks of the River Usk in June 2002. Visit us on our open days throughout the year to find out more about the Medieval Ship and what life would have been like in Medieval Newport
Wildlife & Nature
Caldicot
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.
