Rent a holiday cottage in Monmouth and get set for a break in one of Wales' best-loved heritage towns. Situated along the Rivers Wye, Monnow and Trothy, this charming town is perfectly placed for enjoying the very best of town and country.
Why Monmouth?
Let's begin in Monmouth itself, a traditional town shaped by its long and turbulent history. Stay in a Monmouth holiday home and find history around every corner. The town is home to Britain's only remaining fortified bridge - the Monnow Bridge, which was originally built in the 13th century and is now a Grade I listed building and Scheduled Monument. Other attractions in Monmouth include Monmouth Castle - once a very important border castle, as well as Monmouth Priory, whose history dates back to the Norman Conquest. Monmouthshire itself has over 1,000 miles of public footpaths to walk, and if it's a rainy day don't fret, take a stroll around one of the museums in Abergavenny, Monmouth or Chepstow to learn about the local history. For more inspiration on how to enjoy your self-catering holiday in Monmouth browse our Wales Travel Guide.
Places to Visit near Monmouth
After exploring the attractions of Monmouth, be sure to head beyond the limits of the old town and explore the rest of Monmouthshire. Head south to the town of Chepstow, combining ancient and modern with its Norman castle strategically overlooking the River Wye, and plenty of independent boutiques for a great shopping experience. Get your walking boots on and travel west to the magnificent Brecon Beacons, where the rugged Welsh landscapes will never fail to amaze you. Stroll around Abergavenny's town hall and market, one of the town's most easily distinguishable buildings dating back to 1807, with stalls selling all sorts from local produce to fine crafts. A university town, Newport is picturesque too, enjoy taking a stroll along the Monmouthshire Canal at Rogerstone past the series of locks on a quiet afternoon. Places to visit include; Abergavenny, Brecon Beacons, Chepstow, Newport.
Types of Holidays
We've got cottages of all shapes and sizes within a stone's throw of this fascinating Welsh town, browse our selection of holiday cottages in South Wales to view the full collection in this area, or pick from our luxury cottages in Wales for something special.
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