July in the Wye Valley & Vale of Usk means lazing around colourful open gardens, walking or canoeing along the river with a picnic basket of local produce to keep you going.

Lose yourself in the natural beauty and rich heritage of Monmouthshire and Newport, a region of two diverse river valleys, from the rippling Usk, flowing through Abergavenny to the sea at Newport, to the pastoral sights and sounds of the River Wye as it flows serenely from Monmouth to Chepstow.

From the remains of medieval castles and the outstanding produce and crafts of local artisans to the busy cultural diary of acclaimed festivals, the Wye Valley & Vale of Usk is a feast for the senses at any time of year. Make this summer your time to explore.

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