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The Wye
Valley is designated an area of outstanding natural beauty.
The world
famous Tintern Abbey is a jewel within it.
There
are many woodland walks throughout the area.
The Old
Station is a good place to relax and even picnic near the
river.
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The
Usk Valley
This
less well known valley has a patchwork of fields and beautiful
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Monmouth
has
a famous 13th Centuary gatehouse on the Monow bridge. Traffic
passed under this arch until early 2005.
There
are many well preserved Tuder and Georgian buildings including
a Georgian Shire Hall.
King
Henry V was born in the castle in 1387
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Chepstow
Known
for its racecourse. To wander around the old walled town is
a good way to explore the town. From the restored gatehouse
to the river you will find the narrow streets full of character.
Children
love to stand in the middle of the bridge over the River Wye
that marks the border of England with one foot in Wales and
the other foot in England.
Towering
above this bridge are the impressive ruins of Chepstow Castle.
Nearby
are riverside pubs and restaurants as well as Chepstow Museum
and Stuart Crystal.
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Caldicot
A
modern town with a castle and a long history. It is mentioned
in the Doomsday Book. Bygone days in the castle are brought
to life with audiocassette tours.
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Kilgwrrwg
Kilgwrrwg
church is reputed to be the remotest church in Wales, (and
possibly England as well) that is still in use. It is well
worth the walk from Viburnum Cottage to this beautiful and
very peaceful location
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Usk
A
pretty town and winner of Wales in bloom for many years. Painted
cottages, Antique and other small shops add to its charm.
The 18th
Century Malt Barn Museum illustrates old farming methods.
The town's castle is privately owned, but does open its doors
to visitors. From the grounds you have an excellent view of
the town. |
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Abergavenny
A
good place to visit especially during market days (Tuesdays
and Fridays). The Marcher Lords lived in the Castle, which
is now in ruins. The Castle museum and St Marys Church
are well worth visiting. |
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Caerleon
The
Roman Fortress of Isca is at Caerleon. There is still a lot
to be seen of the Roman past. Visitors to the Legionary Barracks
can walk down a Roman Street and see remains of turrets and
cookhouses. The Amphitheatre was designed to seat 5,000 spectators.
Modern Caerleon is an attractive village with shops, pubs
and the Ffwrrwm Arts Centre |
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Tredegar
House
The
finest country house in South Wales. Home of the Morgan family
for more than 500 years, and set in 90 acres of parkland |
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Penhow
Castle
The
oldest inhabited Castle in Wales. The Walkman Tour brings
to life the experience of wandering back in time. |
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Raglan
Castle
Probably
the finest medieval fortress in Britain |
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The
world famous St
Pierre Golf Course
is nearby |
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The
Royal
Forest Of Dean
is around 12 miles distant. Miles of woodlands to enjoy! A
place of natural beauty, few crowds, and peace. Waymarked
walking and cycle trails, Picnic and BBQ sites. Many car parks.
Other
attractions include :- Heritage Centre, Dean Forest Steam
Railway, and Clearwell Caves etc |
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Llantony Priory
It
is well worth following the winding narrow lanes to Llantony
Priory, in the secluded Llantony Valley, to see this important
site of religious solitude. |
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St
Mary's Church, Llanfair Kilgeddin.
A
little further away from Devauden you will find the unused
medieval church of St Mary the Virgin, Llanfair Kilgeddin.
The
church is decorated with sgraffito paintings by Heywood Sumner,
son of Mary Sumner founder of The Mothers Union. |
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St
Mary and St David's Church, Kilpeck.
Just over
the border in England is this beautiful church dedicated to
St Mary and St David. It is a gem of romanesque carving and
architecture. The church was built around 1140 and restored
in the mid 1840's
Kilpeck
is probably derived from Kil+ Pedoric. Welsh for the cell
of St Ped(or)ic |
