Things to Do in Monmouthshire
17 attractions and days out
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Farm Parks
Raglan Farm Park
Meet friendly farm animals and enjoy hands-on experiences at this welcoming children's farm on Chepstow Road, featuring full accessibility, dining facilities, and baby-changing amenities.
Castles & Palaces
Raglan Castle
This spectacular late medieval fortress offers families an adventure through towering gatehouses, atmospheric moats and sprawling grounds perfect for picnicking and letting imaginations run wild.
Museums & Galleries
Usk Rural Life Museum
Step back in time at this charming museum showcasing traditional Welsh countryside heritage through authentic farming tools, domestic items and local crafts, with accessible facilities and refreshments available on site.
Farm Parks
Billy Bob's Farm
Meet friendly farm animals and enjoy hands-on rural experiences at this charming children's attraction set within Castle Farm, complete with refreshments and baby facilities available on-site.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Goytre Wharf
Step back in time at this charming canalside spot where families can enjoy waterside walks, picnics, and refreshments whilst exploring historic wharf buildings with excellent facilities for all ages.
Lakes & Reservoirs
Llandegfedd Lake
This scenic reservoir near Coed Y Paen welcomes families with picnic spots, an onsite restaurant, and excellent facilities including baby changing areas and accessible toilets.
Railways & Transport
Tintern Old Station
This restored Victorian railway station in the Wye Valley combines heritage transport history with family-friendly facilities including an onsite restaurant, accessible amenities and convenient parking.
Farm Parks
Ty Poeth Farm
Meet friendly farm animals and explore accessible countryside surroundings at this welcoming children's farm, complete with dining facilities, baby-changing areas and wheelchair access throughout.
Sport & Fitness
Pontypool Active Living Centre
This modern leisure facility in Torfaen offers families a range of sporting activities with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus baby-changing rooms and on-site refreshments.
National Parks & Reserves
Pontypool Park
Explore this accessible parkland where families can enjoy scenic walks, historic features and outdoor discovery together. Welcoming to pushchairs, wheelchairs and four-legged friends alike.
Castles & Palaces
Abergavenny Castle & Museum
Discover the story of this historic market town through engaging museum displays within medieval castle ruins, with hands-on activities to keep young visitors entertained throughout your visit.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Abergavenny Leisure Centre
This modern leisure complex offers family swimming sessions, fitness facilities and dining options in a fully accessible environment with pushchair-friendly access and baby changing rooms throughout.
Parks & Play Areas
Bailey Park
This accessible community park welcomes families with pushchairs, wheelchairs and dogs, offering changing facilities and outdoor space perfect for picnics—though no food is sold on-site.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Marlows Place
Family activity centre in central Abergavenny with onsite restaurant and toilet facilities, though visitors should note there's no parking and limited accessibility for wheelchairs or babies.
Railways & Transport
Beacon Park Boats
Set off on a waterside adventure along the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal with boat and Canadian canoe hire available at this scenic Llanfoist location, complete with an onsite restaurant.
Indoor Soft Play
Kingdom Come
An indoor play venue at Castle Meadows Park offering activity space for children, with onsite parking available but limited facilities including no toilets or baby changing areas.
Caves & Mines
Clearwell Caves Ancient Iron Mines
Journey deep into historic mining caverns in the Royal Forest of Dean, where ancient iron workings create a dramatic subterranean world for families to discover together.
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