Bristol Airport 1 hr 22
Grosmont Castle (15 min) Castle and ruins Skenfrith Castle (16 min) Preserved ruins of a 13th-century castle next to the River Monnow with benches & picnic spots. Raglan Castle (24 min) 15th-century fortress with a grand gate, mullioned windows and visitor centre showing a Tudor panel. Abergavenny Market (17 min) Big Pit National Coal Museum (31 min) Former colliery with interactive displays on mining life and trips underground guided by ex-miners. Ysgyryd Fawr (14 min) Hiking spot featuring some steep inclines through forest to a mountain peak offering scenic views. White Castle (10 min) History tours of round-towered, 12th-century Norman castle, with picnic tables and gift shop. Abergavenny Museum (17 min) Local history museum in former hunting lodge in grounds of ruined Norman fortress and gatehouse. Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo (33 min) Kept at tropical temperatures, this indoor attraction lets visitors get close to exotic butterflies. White Castle Vineyard (7 min) Vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Tretower Court and Castle/ Llys a Chastell Tre-tŵr (32 min) History and architecture The aMazing Hedge Puzzle (33 min) Black Mountains, Wales (56 min) Verdant group of hills with popular hiking & walking trails, mountain biking & horseback riding. Black Mountain (45 min) This low peak & hiking spot features picturesque views of rolling hills in a serene setting. Forest of Dean (39 min) Outdoor recreation, art, camping, history, and nature |