Special offers
We've teamed up with some of the best places to stay in Monmouthshire, to make sure that your walking festival visit contains luxury as well as lethargy.
When you book your places on any of the festival walks, you'll be automatically entered into a prize draw to win one of the following fantastic prizes:
1st Prize:
Two nights bed and breakfast for two people, staying at The Angel Hotel, Abergavenny, and two complimentary places on up to four walks of your choice, from the Walking Festival programme.
2nd Prize:
Three nights self-catering for up to six people, staying at Cider House (managed by Brecon Beacons Holiday Cottages), near the village of Llanfihangel Crucorney.
3rd Prize:
Two pocket guides to walking in and around Monmouthshire. Local author Ben Giles has written two guidebooks, both published by Pocket Mountains Ltd. ‘Wye Valley – 40 Town and Country Walks’ and ‘Brecon Beacons.’
Full details will be shown in the walking festival programme.
And if you don't win, don't despair - there are plenty of special offers on accommodation during the ten days of the walking festival. All the establishments listed below have been inspected by Visit Wales or the AA. For further information on walking festival offers or to make an accommodation booking please contact the relevant establishment.
(Note: All offers detailed below are available only during the Monmouthshire Walking Festival 2010, and are subject to availability.)
ABERGAVENNY
The Angel Hotel
Cross Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5EN
T: 01873 857121
W: website link
Stay in luxury at The Angel Hotel. One of Britain’s best Sunday Lunches (Observer Food Monthly Awards 2009) and holder of an Award of Excellence from both Wine Spectator and the Tea Guild. A two-night stay for 2 people in an en-suite standard room with breakfast and 3-course dinner with wine. Upgrade subject to availability and additional fee. £255. Subject to availability. Quote promotional code WF10.
The Guest House
Oxford Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5RP
T: 01873 854823
W: website link
A 4-star guest house, just a short walk from Abergavenny town centre. Numerous room types available at winter rates (£30 per person per night) during the walking festival, providing bed and breakfast, plus a complimentary walkers’ packed lunch.
The King’s Head Hotel
Cross Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5EU
T: 01873 853575
W: website link
Popular town centre hotel with a lively bar serving traditional ales, busy restaurant and comfortable 4-star accommodation. Offer includes bed and breakfast and 2-course supper from £50 per person, based on two people sharing.
Middle Ninfa Farm & Bunkhouse
Llanellen, Abergavenny, NP7 9LE
T: 01873 854662
W: website link
A free hamper of local and home grown fruit and veg with a full week’s booking at £260. Farm-based accommodation within the Brecon Beacons National Park and close to the Blaenavon World Heritage Site.
The Old Rectory
Llangattock Lingoed, Abergavenny, NP7 8RR
T: 01873 821326
W: website link
A free packed lunch per person per day included in the room tariff or self catering stay during the walking festival. The Old Rectory is a 17th century building situated in the heart of Monmouthshire, close to Offa’s Dyke Path and the Three Castles Walk.
CHEPSTOW
The Beaufort Hotel
Beaufort Square, Chepstow, NP16 5EP
T: 01291 622497
W: website link
Staying in a town centre hotel close to the castle and riverside, this short break includes 2 nights bed and breakfast for 2 people staying in a double or twin room (Friday & Saturday), with a 3-course dinner on 1 night in the hotel’s Oaks Restaurant. Walkers lunches, drying room and luggage/additional guest transfers available. £210 all inclusive (or £187.50 for 2 consecutive nights Sun-Thu).
St Ann’s House
Bridge Street, Chepstow, NP16 5EZ
T: 01291 625063
W: website link
On the bank of the River Wye and close to Chepstow Castle, a Grade II listed house perfectly situated for walkers. The 2-star accommodation is available during the walking festival at £30 for a single room or £58 for a double/twin. Packed lunches and luggage transfers available.
MONMOUTH
The Bell at Skenfrith
Skenfrith, Abergavenny, NP7 8UH
T: 01600 750235
W: website link
One-night’s dinner, bed and breakfast plus a delicious walkers’ picnic when you stay at The Bell at Skenfrith during the Monmouthshire Walking Festival. £230 for two people. (Max. food allowance £33 per person per meal.)
Capel Pentwyn
Penallt, Monmouth, NP25 4SE
T: 01600 715781
W: website link
A weekend break (22nd – 25th October) staying in a 5-star luxury converted Victorian chapel, sleeping 5 in one single and two twin en-suite rooms. Fully equipped with linen and towels, and peacefully located in Penallt, close to the Wye Valley. £310.
The Crown at Whitebrook
Whitebrook, Monmouth, NP25 4TX
T: 01600 860254
W: website link
A walking holiday needn’t mean constant endurance. For a touch of luxury, try this midweek package from a renowned Wye Valley establishment, featuring 5-star accommodation and a Michelin star restaurant under the command of Executive Head Chef James Sommerin. From 25th-28th October, enjoy one night’s dinner, bed and breakfast for two people from £180 per standard room (or £200 per executive or superior room.) Terms and conditions apply.
The Old School
Penallt, Monmouth, NP25 4SE
T: 01600 715781
W: website link
A weekend break (22nd – 25th October) staying in a 4-star luxury converted Victorian schoolhouse, sleeping 6 in one double and two twin en-suite rooms. Fully equipped with linen and towels, and peacefully located in Penallt, close to the Wye Valley. £310.
Penylan Farm
The Hendre, Monmouth, NP25 5NL
T: 01600 716435
W: website link
Five miles from Monmouth and once part of the famous ‘Rolls Estate’. Three warm and inviting cottages with down duvets and Welsh wool blankets make your stay extra special. Please contact us for walking festival rates.
Robin’s Barn
Tregagle, Penallt, Monmouth, NP25 4RY
T: 01600 860058
W: website link
A converted barn with spectacular views over the Wye Valley. An ideal walking base with walks from the door. The nearest pub is a short stroll away, and the barn, sleeping 3 (plus dog) is available for a week during the walking festival at £375.
Steppes Farm
Rockfield, Monmouth, NP25 5SW
T: 01600 775424
W: website link
Stay in 4-star accommodation at Steppes Farm, in the Monnow Valley. £40 per person based on two people sharing, staying for a minimum of two nights. Onsite Michelin-listed restaurant, The Stonemill, perfect for refuelling after a hard day’s walking.
Whitehill Farm
Wonastow, Monmouth, NP25 4DW
T: 01600 740253
W: website link
A well equipped and spacious 5-star cottage available for walkers between 18th – 31st October, 2010, with 10% off short breaks or a week’s booking between those dates. Pets welcome by arrangement and plenty of walks right from the door. Also, farmhouse B&B available with magnificent views over central Monmouthshire and walks right from the door. 10% discount for short breaks of three or more nights from 18th – 31st October, 2010.
RAGLAN
The Beaufort Arms Coaching Inn & Brasserie
Raglan, Usk, NP15 2DY
T: 01291 690412
W: website link
Walkers’ packed lunches, a drying area and a large meeting room, ideal for route planning and discussion, are all available at The Beaufort Arms. Stay in a standard double room for dinner, bed and breakfast on three consecutive nights (Sun –Thu) for £315 per couple (if Fri or Sat £335.) Or stay for seven nights for £735. Deluxe room rates also available.
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