Abergavenny Attractions
The small market town of Abergavenny on the eastern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park marks the start of the "Head of the Valleys Road" (A465), which extends along the impressive stretch at the northern end of the "Valleys" as far as Swansea. Built in about 1100, but subsequently renovated several times, the castle now houses a museum devoted to local history.
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Raglan Castle
The Raglan Castle is an imposing medieval fortress, and the last of its kind in the country. Stunning views out over the countryside can be had from the tower.
Abergavenny Museum & Castle
The Abergavenny Museum chronicles local history from Prehistoric and Roman times to present. The museum is set in the ruins of Abergavenny Castle which was the site of the infamous Christmas Day 1175 massacre of Welsh Chieftains by Norman Lord, William de Braose.
Abergavenny Museum & Castle
Castle Street
Abergavenny NP7 5EE
Wales
Castle Street
Abergavenny NP7 5EE
Wales
Hours
March 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
November 1 to February 29
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | Closed |
| Close | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Grange Trekking Centre
The center offers numerous different rides through the Vale of Ewyas for riders of all abilities. Welsh cobs are used to ride up to the tops of local mountains. Instruction is also provided.
The center is approved by the Wales Trekking and Riding Association and is a Wales Tourist Board accredited activity center.
The center is approved by the Wales Trekking and Riding Association and is a Wales Tourist Board accredited activity center.
Grosmont Castle
Grosmont Castle in Gwent, Wales, is located near Pontrilas, which is in the English county of Hereford and Worcester.
Llantilio Crossenny - Festival of Music and Drama
This annual four-day festival takes place in late May.
Llantilio Crossenny - White Castle
White Castle was one of the Three Castles designed to protect the open lands between the Wye Valley and the Black Mountains. Construction of this Norman castle began in 1180 and later additions were made during the 13th century. The name is most likely derived from the white plaster which once covered its walls.
Skenfrith Castle
This castle, accompanied by Grosmont and White Castle, is one of the Three Castles that was responsible for defending the routes between England and Wales through the open country between the Wye valley and the Black Mountains. It also acted as a key defensive position for defense along the Monnow river.
Completely redesigned after Hubert de Burgh leveled the earlier Norman fortress, the current castle of stone is designed with noticeable influence from French fortresses.
Completely redesigned after Hubert de Burgh leveled the earlier Norman fortress, the current castle of stone is designed with noticeable influence from French fortresses.
