Things to do in the Wye Valley area
Here is a taster of some of the things you might like to do whilst on holiday at Hidden Valley Yurts.
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- Messing about on the river Wye
- Hunting (not), shooting (clay), fishing
- Historical buildings and crumbling ruins
- Fun activities for adventurous children
- Take the buggy and the baby
- Absolutely free entry
- Trains, planes and automobiles
- Horse riding and pony trekking
- Theatre and cinema
- Local produce and courses
- Food and drink
- Festivals
Monmouth Canoe & Activity Centre
Canadian Canoeing and kayaking on the River Wye is a great outdoor activity for all the family. You can paddle your canoe up to 100 miles from Glasbury, Hay-on-Wye, Bredwardine, Hereford, Hoarwithy, Ross-on-Wye, Kerne Bridge at Goodrich, Symonds Yat or Monmouth as far as Tintern. Half day or full day canoe trips are ideal for families. Transport from the Monmouth base to the starting point on the river is included. Visit website
Coarse Fishing
Grange Springs is set in the beautiful Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the Royal Forest of Dean bordering one side and the gently rolling hills and valleys of south Wales on the other. Experience premier Coarse Fishing with top quality fish in a stunning location.
Keepers Lodge Clay Shoot is situated in Llanishen - only a short distance from Hidden Valley Yurts. The shooting ground is located on a working dairy farm in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. Set among established trees and a natural stream the dedicated shooting area has been specially landscaped to create a flexible and adaptable environment suitable for all abilities. Visit website | Download price list (pdf)
Coarse Fishing
Grange Springs is set in the beautiful Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the Royal Forest of Dean bordering one side and the gently rolling hills and valleys of south Wales on the other. Experience premier Coarse Fishing with top quality fish in a stunning location.
Located in the Wye Valley. Tintern Abbey was founded in the 12th century by Cistercian monks. Visitors can explore the ruins of the 13th century structure. Tintern village has a few shops and cafes, hillside cottages and a small church close to the Abbey. The river Wye runs past the abbey and there is easy access to well marked walking and hiking trails.
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White Castle, along with Skenfrith and Grosmont, is one of three castles built to protect one of the main routes through the border region between England and South Wales. The Three Castles Walk is a circular route around Skenfrith Castle, White Castle and Grosmont Castle of about 19 miles (30km). Website Link
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Hire a bike and ride the easy-going family cycle trail in the Forest of Dean. For the more adventurous and older children you can hire a mountain bike and go cross-country!
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An outdoor adventure activity centre catering for all ages and experience. Qualified instructors use their professional experience to adjust activity days according to age and ability. Based near Monmouth, The Forest of Dean and The Wye Valley (AONB).
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Perry Grove Railway Steam train ride and adventure playtime for children and adults of all ages. See more below.
Miniature railway (check website for running times), cafe, woodland walks along the old disused railway line. Wooded children's play area and The Circle of Legends - six life size sculptures of depicting mystical or historical characters from Monmouthshire’s past.
Near Lydney in the Forest of Dean Taurus Crafts is a visitor centre with a difference. Their main aim is to offer work experience, training and employment to people with special needs. The first thing you will see is a massive Bull sculpture by Phil Bews and there is always an art exhibition on the walls of the cafe. Someone is likely to be making something in one of the artisan's workshops. Free children's play area (very young children). Visit website
Perry Grove Railway is a steam train ride with lots of other adventure playtime including tree houses, under-cover play, and a wonderful woodland to explore. with a cafe and picnic area Perry Grove is a great all weather day time attraction for children and adults of all ages.
A small friendly and well established club - Gliding from Usk for over 25 years. Individual and group lessons by prior arrangement. Visit website
A friendly professionally run Riding School, BHS Pony Club Centre and livery yard situated in Upper Redbrook near Monmouth in the beautiful Wye Valley. They have horses and ponies to suit all abilities from beginners to experienced riders and offer a range of activities and courses by qualified instructors.
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Grange Trekking for pony trekking, riding and trail riding in the Black Mountains.
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Attached to Monmouth School The Blake Theatre offers concerts and theatre and has a great film club (open to non members).
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Bread making courses in a local Welsh farmhouse and delicious home baked produce delivered to the camp site.
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Meadow Farm & Kingstone Brewery
Farm Shop, Market Garden and Veg Box Delivery Bread Making Courses and Willow Weaving Workshops.
Meadow Farm is nestled in the heart of the Wye Valley between Monmouth and Chepstow. Opposite Tintern Old Railway Station
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One of our favourite traditional village pubs - just up the lane in Llanishen (you will pass by as you arrive at Hidden Valley Yurts). Serving good pub food, wine and cask ales. Call 01600 860812 for table reservations. Visit website
A traditional village pub with an excellent bar and restaurant. Serving fresh locally sourced food in the restaurant and bar, local real ales and ciders - all with a very warm welcome to families and children. Visit website.
July 29 - August 6 , 2012
One of the largest free music festivals in the UK. A solid lineup of local and international talent keeps the crowd happy, almost making you forget you didn't pay an entrance fee. Carnival day sees Monnow Street turned into a fun fair. And don't miss the Kymin Dash. Visit website
15-16 September 2012
Don't miss the internationally famous Abergavenny Food Festival which is held annually and only a 25 minute drive away from Hidden Valley Yurts
