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Things to see in Monmouth (United Kingdom): 60 places and when to go
Monmouth is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 60 places in and around it, mainly History (29), Temples (16), Nature (7). The best known are Monmouth Castle, Chepstow Castle and Raglan Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 34. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 51.8098, -2.7128
- Places
- 60 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (29) · Temples (16) · Nature (7) · Museums and art (5) · Architecture (5) · Wildlife (4)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- BRS Bristol, 48 km as the crow flies
What to see in Monmouth
The places in and around Monmouth, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Monmouth Castle11th-century castle in Monmouth, Wales397 m
- Chepstow CastleCastle in Chepstow, Monmouthshire, Wales19 km
- Raglan CastleLate medieval castle in Monmouthshire, Wales10 km
- Goodrich CastleGrade I listed castle in Goodrich, Herefordshire, England, UK10 km
- Great Castle HouseGrade I listed building in Monmouth. Former town house built on the site of part of Monmouth Castle in Wales412 m
- Church of St Thomas the Martyr, MonmouthChurch in Monmouth, Wales532 m
- Skenfrith CastleRuined castle in the village of Skenfrith in Monmouthshire, Wales9.3 km
- St Mary's Priory Church, MonmouthChurch in Monmouth, Wales390 m
- White Castle, MonmouthshireCastle in Monmouthshire, Wales14 km
- St Mary's Roman Catholic Church, MonmouthChurch in Monmouth, Wales298 m
- Agincourt House, MonmouthGrade II* listed building in Monmouth. Building in Monmouth, Wales331 m
- Monmouth Methodist ChurchWesleyan chapel in Monmouth322 m
- Monmouth MuseumMuseum in Monmouth, UK292 m
- Wilton CastleGrade I listed castle in Herefordshire, England, UK14 km
- Monmouth Regimental MuseumMilitary museum in Monmouth, Wales, United Kingdom421 m
- The White Swan Inn, MonmouthGrade II* listed building in Monmouth. Building in Monmouth, Wales369 m
- Clearwell CastleHouse in Gloucestershire, England, UK7.8 km
- Monmouth Baptist ChurchGrade II listed building in Monmouth. Church433 m
- Monmouth ViaductRailway bridge686 m
- Pembridge CastleGrade I listed castle in Welsh Newton, Herefordshire, England,UK7.0 km
- Nelson Rooms, MonmouthGrade II listed building in Monmouth. An important residential street to the south of the town centre of Monmouth223 m
- St Wonnow's Church, WonastowChurch in Wonastow, Monmouthshire, Wales3.0 km
- Bigsweir BridgeGrade II* listed bridge over the River Wye on the border of Monmouthshire, Wales, and Gloucestershire, England, UK8.0 km
- Graig SyfyrddinHill (423m) in Monmouthshire14 km
And the other 36, by what you come to do:
- History: The Kymin, The Cross, Monmouth, 33 Whitecross Street, Monmouth, Duke of Beaufort Bridge, 1 Monk Street, Monmouth, Harold's Stones, Newcastle Castle, Ruardyn Castle, Speech House, Punch House, Monmouth, Darkhill Ironworks, Hen Gwrt Moated Site, Redbrook Incline Bridge, St John's, Monmouth, Wilton Bridge, Merton House
- Temples: Priory Church of St Mary, Chepstow, St Peter's Church, Dixton, St Pierre, Monmouthshire, Penallt Old Church, St Bridget's Church, Skenfrith, St Cadoc's Church, Penrhos, St John's Church, Llandenny, St Teilo's Church, Llanarth, Church of St Nicholas, Trellech
- Museums and art: Chepstow Museum, Coleford Great Western Railway Museum
- Nature: Fiddler's Elbow National Nature Reserve, Lady Park Wood National Nature Reserve, Pentwyn Farm Grasslands, Slaughter Stream Cave, King Arthur's Cave, St Govan's Church, Llangovan
- Hiking: Monnow Valley Walk
- Food and drink: Ross On Wye Cider & Perry Co, Silver Circle Distillery
When to go to Monmouth
The best time to visit Monmouth is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:03
- FebPossible9:40
- MarPossible11:31
- AprBest time13:37
- MayBest time15:25
- JunBest time16:26
- JulBest time16:01
- AugBest time14:25
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:21
- NovBetter not8:31
- DecPossible7:34
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 34. In April, 60 of the 60 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Monmouth
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS, Bristol), 48 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Caerwent39 places22 km
- Berkeley21 places23 km
- Hereford32 places27 km
- Blaenavon58 places27 km
- Gloucester51 places32 km
- Eastnor38 places33 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Monmouth?
The best known: Monmouth Castle, Chepstow Castle, Raglan Castle, Goodrich Castle, Great Castle House. In all, 60 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Monmouth?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 34.
How do you get to Monmouth?
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), 48 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Monmouth as the destination and these 60 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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