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The Kymin

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A charming 18th-century Round House and Naval Temple standing proudly atop a prominent hill, the Kymin and its nine acres of pleasure grounds, overlooks Monmouth and the beautiful Wye Valley.

Once part of the enormous Monmouthshire estate of the Duke of Beaufort, the Kymin’s fortunes have fluctuated over the last two centuries. Originally a popular picnic site in the late 18th century, building on the Round House commenced in 1794.

The Kymin is also home to the unusual Naval Temple. The Kymin Club arranged for the Naval Temple to be built with moneys raised between themselves and public subscription in 1800, it celebrates some of the greatest British admirals and victories of the time.

Today the Kymin is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy a picnic against the stunning backdrop of the Wye Valley and the Brecon Beacons.

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access

Catering

  • Picnic site

Children

  • Children welcome

Parking

  • Free Parking

Property Facilities

  • Dogs Accepted

Site Features

  • National Trust Property

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups

Map & Directions

Road Directions

2 miles east of Monmouth and signposted off A4136. Please be aware that the road up to the Kymin is steep and winding with hairpin bends. Not suitable for coaches' SatNav: Please do not use, follow the signs to The Kymin and continue to the end of the road

Accessible by Public Transport: Lydney station is 10 miles away.

The Kymin

Type:Historic Site

The Round House, Monmouth, NP25 3SF

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Opening Times

* Please see website for opening times.
The pleasure grounds are open daily, the Round House remains closed.

Awards

  • Other AwardsNational Trust National Trust 2019

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