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Abergavenny is a traditional Market Town, on the edge of the South Wales Coalfield and the Brecon Beacons. The towns history dates back to the Romans, and it was later a walled medieval town, with its own castle. Nowadays it's known as foodie hotspot, with the annual Food Festival and a wide range of foodie cafes, restaurants and producers.
Town Attractions |
Market Hall - markets on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Fairs on other days. Shopping street filled with independent retailers - e.g. The Art Shop and Nicolls Department Store. |
Nearby Attractions (within approximately 5 miles) |
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal White Castle Vineyard and Sugar Loaf Vineyards |
Events |
Annual Abergavenny Food Festival each September. Various events (such as Abergavenny Steam Rally - end of May Bank Holiday weekend - and Abergavenny Shire Horse Show) held annually in Bailey Park. |
Hotels | The Angel Hotel |
Cafes and Restaurants |
The Angel Hotel - one of the best Afternoon Teas in the UK. Well known restaurants such as The Walnut Tree, The Gaff and The Hardwick. Various other restaurants (including a wide range of indian restaurants) and cafes. There are several delicatessens around the town. |
Walks |
The Three Castles Walk - linking White Castle, Grosmont Castle and Skenfrith Castle. Circular walk to The Sugar Loaf from Abergavenny Bus Station. |
Length of Stay | Abergavenny can be a base for a full days visit or for a 2 hour stop. |
Coach Parking | Coach Drop Off and Parking: Abergavenny Bus Station, Monmouth Road, Abergavenny NP7 5HF. Free. |
Toilets | There are easily accessible public toilets at the Bus Station, at Castle Street Car Park and next to the Market Hall. |
Tourist Information and contact for more information | Tourist Information is available at the Market Hall. For more detailed assistance contact the Monmouthshire Tourism Team on |
Other Information |