Wye Valley and Vale of Usk

Discover the Wye Valley and Vale of Usk. This is the borderland where King Arthur ruled, the Romans bathed, the Normans settled, pilgrims worshipped and Turner sketched. Today it offers dramatic landscapes and nature trails, as well as great food.

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A landscape image of plants in the foreground and a bridge over the River Wye in the background

Newport city footbridge at night with lights reflecting in the water.

An insider guide to Newport

Newport native Darragh Mortell gives an inside guide to Newport; its history, where to eat, drink.

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A view of Chepstow showing the bridge and castle.

Must do in and around Chepstow

Discover the highlights of Chepstow, a lively Welsh town combining the ancient and modern for visitors.

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View of Nina and Joe Howden at The Eagle’s Nest, a viewpoint in the Wye Valley.

Food and drink delights by the Wye

Food and drink wonders of the Wye Valley by Silver Circle Distillery owner, Nina Howden

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Find out why to visit the Wye Valley

Take a short journey upland and inland, and you’ll find some of our country’s most hidden rural wonders.

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Canal boat on water at Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.

What to do in and around Abergavenny

Our guide to the things to do in Abergavenny, a Welsh market town surrounded by the Brecon Beacons.

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exterior of building, Celtic Manor Resort.

A day of adventures at Celtic Manor

The extraordinary Celtic Manor in Newport, South Wales, is a brilliant place for a getaway.

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A large metal bridge at sunset.

Five great days out in Newport

There are plenty of Newport's in the world – but none quite like this little city on the Usk.

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A aerial view over green countryside by a river.

Take your exploring to the next level

RSPB's Elinor Meloy shares her favourite places for a day out in the stunning Gwent Levels.

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Introducing the Hay Festival

Find out what goes on in and near the 'booktown' of Hay-on-Wye during the world famous Hay Festival.

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Two walkers on Hay Bluff looking out over countryside.

Exploring the outdoors around Hay-on-Wye

Cathryn Summerhayes' insider guide to activities and adventures in Hay-on-Wye.

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Mid Wales

The River Wye surrounded by autumnal trees and fields

Sun-dappled trails

The Wye Valley enchanted Wordsworth and captured Turner - find out why for yourself…

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