Dave and Becky's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Chepstow Castle at Chepstow, Monmouthshire, Wales is the oldest surviving post-Roman stone fortification in Britain. Located above cliffs on the River Wye, construction began in 1067 under the instruction of the Norman Lord William FitzOsbern. Originally known as Striguil, it was the southernmost of a chain of castles built in the Welsh Marches, and with its attached lordship took the name of the adjoining market town in about the 14th century. A lovely location for picnics and to walk around.
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Castello di Chepstow
Chepstow Castle at Chepstow, Monmouthshire, Wales is the oldest surviving post-Roman stone fortification in Britain. Located above cliffs on the River Wye, construction began in 1067 under the instruction of the Norman Lord William FitzOsbern. Originally known as Striguil, it was the southernmost of a chain of castles built in the Welsh Marches, and with its attached lordship took the name of the adjoining market town in about the 14th century. A lovely location for picnics and to walk around.
Tintern Abbey is a national icon — still standing in roofless splendour on the banks of the River Wye nearly 500 years since its tragic fall from grace. Wonderful place to visit and explore this historical site.
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Abbazia di Tintern / Abaty Tyndryn
Tintern Abbey is a national icon — still standing in roofless splendour on the banks of the River Wye nearly 500 years since its tragic fall from grace. Wonderful place to visit and explore this historical site.
Offa's Dyke Path National Trail through the borderlands of England and Wales has something for everyone, whether you want a gentle stroll for a few hours or travel more of it on a walking holiday with the kids. The Trail frequently follows the spectacular Offa's Dyke through stunnng countryside through the Brecon Beacons National Park, plus it links the Shropshire Hills, the Wye Valley and the Clwydian Range/Dee Valley, which are all Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It crosses the border over 20 times and goes through 8 different counties.
Offa's Dyke Path
Offa's Dyke PathOffa's Dyke Path National Trail through the borderlands of England and Wales has something for everyone, whether you want a gentle stroll for a few hours or travel more of it on a walking holiday with the kids. The Trail frequently follows the spectacular Offa's Dyke through stunnng countryside through the Brecon Beacons National Park, plus it links the Shropshire Hills, the Wye Valley and the Clwydian Range/Dee Valley, which are all Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It crosses the border over 20 times and goes through 8 different counties.
Built as a Victorian country railway station, the Old Station, Tintern is a charming site to visit for a quiet relaxing day out or to start your walk through the beautiful Wye Valley. The trains don't run from here anymore so it's got a wonderful atmosphere excellent for getting kids' imaginations going!
The site features a pleasing riverside walk and meadows to explore, a children's adventure play area with equipment suitable for 2 to 12s, a wide picnic site with barbecues for hire or tearoom if you prefer. There's also a tourist information point and a secluded basic camp site that you can book into to extend your stay. The signal box houses changing exhibitions from local artists and crafts people so there's plenty for little eyes to look at and it'll change pretty much every time you go.
The cool Circle of Legends wood carvings which are hidden around feature local mythical or historic characters, forming a series of trails throughout Monmouthshire with delightful surprises where one least expects them.
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The Old Station Tintern
Tintern HeightsBuilt as a Victorian country railway station, the Old Station, Tintern is a charming site to visit for a quiet relaxing day out or to start your walk through the beautiful Wye Valley. The trains don't run from here anymore so it's got a wonderful atmosphere excellent for getting kids' imaginations going!
The site features a pleasing riverside walk and meadows to explore, a children's adventure play area with equipment suitable for 2 to 12s, a wide picnic site with barbecues for hire or tearoom if you prefer. There's also a tourist information point and a secluded basic camp site that you can book into to extend your stay. The signal box houses changing exhibitions from local artists and crafts people so there's plenty for little eyes to look at and it'll change pretty much every time you go.
The cool Circle of Legends wood carvings which are hidden around feature local mythical or historic characters, forming a series of trails throughout Monmouthshire with delightful surprises where one least expects them.
Since the Williams Family threw open their barn doors to the public in June 2016, Raglan Farm Park has quickly grown to become a firm favourite for young and old alike. There’s so much to do…and so much room in which to do it! We have over 25,000 sq foot of undercover indoor space, with 7 ‘soft play’ themed areas. Play areas cater for age ranges from 18 months to 11 years… Outside there are zip wires, swings, slides, roundabouts, trampolines, ‘ride-on’ tractors and go-carts! There are ‘astro-turf’ paths around the park, so, even if the ground is damp, you won’t be! We are proud to announce that, in 2108, we were awarded the ‘Visit Wales’ quality visitor assurance standard too.
Chepstow Road
Raglan, Monmouthshire
NP15 2HX
Open 10- 5pm Every day
Ticket prices from £5
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Raglan Farm Park
Chepstow RoadSince the Williams Family threw open their barn doors to the public in June 2016, Raglan Farm Park has quickly grown to become a firm favourite for young and old alike. There’s so much to do…and so much room in which to do it! We have over 25,000 sq foot of undercover indoor space, with 7 ‘soft play’ themed areas. Play areas cater for age ranges from 18 months to 11 years… Outside there are zip wires, swings, slides, roundabouts, trampolines, ‘ride-on’ tractors and go-carts! There are ‘astro-turf’ paths around the park, so, even if the ground is damp, you won’t be! We are proud to announce that, in 2108, we were awarded the ‘Visit Wales’ quality visitor assurance standard too.
Chepstow Road
Raglan, Monmouthshire
NP15 2HX
Open 10- 5pm Every day
Ticket prices from £5
This leafy arboretum and park is a great place to unwind with family and friends in the spring months over a picnic.
Home to established trees, including monkey puzzles and a mulberry tree, the park is also a great place to feed the ducks - as long as you don’t feed them bread.
The park is open at all times, although opening hours for the arboretum vary. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a lead at all times
Barnwood Arboretum, Nature Reserve & Park
Church LaneThis leafy arboretum and park is a great place to unwind with family and friends in the spring months over a picnic.
Home to established trees, including monkey puzzles and a mulberry tree, the park is also a great place to feed the ducks - as long as you don’t feed them bread.
The park is open at all times, although opening hours for the arboretum vary. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a lead at all times
Nestled in the Wye Valley, Lower Lydbrook is the perfect place for a spring picnic with friends.
With a grassy area, benches, and a barbeque, the sound of water rushing past Lower Lydbrook is one which will relax you instantly.
There is an onsite car park which is paid for by an honesty box, and the water is well kept for padding in the summer
Lower Lydbrook Park
1718 B4234Nestled in the Wye Valley, Lower Lydbrook is the perfect place for a spring picnic with friends.
With a grassy area, benches, and a barbeque, the sound of water rushing past Lower Lydbrook is one which will relax you instantly.
There is an onsite car park which is paid for by an honesty box, and the water is well kept for padding in the summer
Home to beautiful swans, mandarin ducks and reed warblers, Cannop Ponds is a historic site which was initially home to the Severn and Wye Railway.
Not only is this a great place to fish and watch the birds, but Cannop Ponds also makes for a relaxing walk. There is a picnic area onsite, and little jetties protruding into the ponds make quiet seats for reflection.
The site opens at 8am everyday, but closing hours vary between months. There is an onsite car park, and dogs are allowed
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Cannop Ponds
Home to beautiful swans, mandarin ducks and reed warblers, Cannop Ponds is a historic site which was initially home to the Severn and Wye Railway.
Not only is this a great place to fish and watch the birds, but Cannop Ponds also makes for a relaxing walk. There is a picnic area onsite, and little jetties protruding into the ponds make quiet seats for reflection.
The site opens at 8am everyday, but closing hours vary between months. There is an onsite car park, and dogs are allowed
Symonds Yat Rock provides one of the most spectacular panoramic views around from an ancient hill fort, with the horseshoe bend of the River Wye meandering beneath it and rolling valleys as far as the eye can see.
Before you reach Symonds Yat Rock, there is an open space with a picnic area, with some of the benches giving a great view of the valley.
Open at 8am everyday and closing at different times throughout the months, there is an onsite car park at Symonds Yat Rock and toilet facilities are available
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Symonds Yat Rock
Symonds Yat Rock provides one of the most spectacular panoramic views around from an ancient hill fort, with the horseshoe bend of the River Wye meandering beneath it and rolling valleys as far as the eye can see.
Before you reach Symonds Yat Rock, there is an open space with a picnic area, with some of the benches giving a great view of the valley.
Open at 8am everyday and closing at different times throughout the months, there is an onsite car park at Symonds Yat Rock and toilet facilities are available
Hobby
Set in rolling parkland alongside the River Wye, north of the town centre, Chepstow Racecourse is one of Britain's most famous horse-racing venues. It's home to Wales' most prestigious race meeting, the Welsh Grand National – a roughly 3-mile steeplechase held between Christmas and New Year, which has been run here since 1949. Various other events are held here throughout the year.
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Ippodromo di Chepstow
Saint Lawrence RoadSet in rolling parkland alongside the River Wye, north of the town centre, Chepstow Racecourse is one of Britain's most famous horse-racing venues. It's home to Wales' most prestigious race meeting, the Welsh Grand National – a roughly 3-mile steeplechase held between Christmas and New Year, which has been run here since 1949. Various other events are held here throughout the year.
Enjoy a relaxing family day out, filled with arts and crafts, at Taurus Crafts visitor centre in Lydney. Check out the works of local artisan makers and get in touch with your own creative side. The centre is part of the Camphill Village Trust, which supports people with special needs, so you’ll be helping a good cause on your day out, as well.
At Taurus Crafts, you’ll also have the chance to browse through many little, independent, arts and crafts shops, offering anything from jewellery, to glass work, to antiques and local food. Speaking of food, don’t miss the chance to stop for a delicious meal, or a slice of freshly baked cake at the on-site café.
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Taurus Crafts
Enjoy a relaxing family day out, filled with arts and crafts, at Taurus Crafts visitor centre in Lydney. Check out the works of local artisan makers and get in touch with your own creative side. The centre is part of the Camphill Village Trust, which supports people with special needs, so you’ll be helping a good cause on your day out, as well.
At Taurus Crafts, you’ll also have the chance to browse through many little, independent, arts and crafts shops, offering anything from jewellery, to glass work, to antiques and local food. Speaking of food, don’t miss the chance to stop for a delicious meal, or a slice of freshly baked cake at the on-site café.
A large flooded quarry at Tidenham, near Chepstow, where you can enjoy inland scuba diving.
It also has a zip slide (for the over 12s) which reaches speeds of up to 40mph and there's a giant 3D swing.
Opening times and prices depend on the activities you do.
Where: Tidenham, Chepstow NP16 7LH
Details: Call 01291 630046 or visit the diving centre website
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National Diving & Activity Centre (NDAC)
A48A large flooded quarry at Tidenham, near Chepstow, where you can enjoy inland scuba diving.
It also has a zip slide (for the over 12s) which reaches speeds of up to 40mph and there's a giant 3D swing.
Opening times and prices depend on the activities you do.
Where: Tidenham, Chepstow NP16 7LH
Details: Call 01291 630046 or visit the diving centre website
Originally given as a present to the inhabitants of Lydney and Alyburton in 1920, this Outdoor swimming pool is now a firm local favourite place to swim in the large 38 m pool, with changing cubicles.
Bathurst Pool
High StreetOriginally given as a present to the inhabitants of Lydney and Alyburton in 1920, this Outdoor swimming pool is now a firm local favourite place to swim in the large 38 m pool, with changing cubicles.
Food scene
The George Inn
High StreetVillage pub
Lovely pub, really good menu with great outdooor area in Marquee
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The Globe Inn, Alvington
Clanna RoadLovely pub, really good menu with great outdooor area in Marquee
Stone Rock Pizza
9 Upper Church StAward winning Artisan pizza
Wonderful taste of Italy set on the banks of the Rive Wye in Chepstow
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Panevino Italian Restaurant
28 Bridge StWonderful taste of Italy set on the banks of the Rive Wye in Chepstow
Outdoor seating, great choice of wine and cocktails
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The Riverside Wine Bar
18a The BackOutdoor seating, great choice of wine and cocktails
Pub and Restaurant right by the Abbey with a large garden and a menu of British and Global Favourites
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The Anchor Inn
2 Saint Mary StreetPub and Restaurant right by the Abbey with a large garden and a menu of British and Global Favourites
Pub style restaurant and lovely drinks and cakes when out walking
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The Royal George Tintern
Pub style restaurant and lovely drinks and cakes when out walking
Holistic treatment
Book a mobile holistic treatment at the Yurt with Alana Allsopp including massage, Reflexology, Holistic Facial etc - see details on the above website to book.
the Wellbeing Centre Ltd
Bank StreetBook a mobile holistic treatment at the Yurt with Alana Allsopp including massage, Reflexology, Holistic Facial etc - see details on the above website to book.