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Caldicot

Caldicot is one of four main towns in Monmouthshire. Located near the coast between the two bridges over the river Severn, its name is derived from the Old English calde meaning 'cold' and cot meaning 'cottage / shelter'.

Caldicot has always been an important transport point. It was on the Roman road from Gloucester to Caerleon, hence the growth of nearby Venta Silurum (Caerwent), the largest civilian settlement in Roman Wales, where today you can see some of the best preserved Roman remains in Europe.

Other highlights include Caldicot Castle, founded by the Normans and restored as a Victorian home. Set in 55 acres of wooded parkland, it has a packed events programme. Just up the road are the hidden gardens and subterranean grottoes at Dewstow. And at Black Rock you can see Wales' last remaining lave net fishermen practising the tradition which has been passed down through multiple generations over hundreds of years.

Pick up a bottle or two of light sparkling mead (a modern twist on an age old classic) or Hive Mind beer made with honey from beehives in the Wye Valley at Wye Valley Meadery Taproom while you’re here.

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Gwent Levels
Dewstow Gardens and Grottoes

Dewstow Gardens has now closed. A Magical & Wondrous Place. One of the most exciting horticultural finds of recent years has been the underground Edwardian gardens at Dewstow House in Monmouthshire.
1. 27th Apr 202529th Sept 2025
Caerwent Roman Town

An archaeologist’s paradise with impressive Roman walls and remains.
1. 1st Jan 202531st Dec 2025
Magor Marsh

Magor Marsh is the last relatively natural area of fenland on the Gwent Levels. From the fleeting glimpse of a kingfisher, to the sight of colourful dragonflies darting over the reens, this is an inspiring place to visit.
1. 1st Jan 202531st Dec 2025
Wales Coast Path
Caldicot Castle and Country Park

Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home. Entry is free.
1. 1st Apr 20252nd Nov 2025
Black Rock Lave Net Heritage Fishery

The lave net fishermen of Black Rock promote the fishery as a heritage site and invite all to enjoy this last remaining welsh severn estuary salmon fishery which can be watched quite safely from the picnic site.
1. 1st Jan 202531st Dec 2025

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Days Inn by Wyndham Magor

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Type:

Budget Hotel

Address

M4 Junction 23A, Magor, Monmouthshire, NP26 3YL

Telephone
08442 250669

Magor

Situated within easy reach of the M4. Gateway to Wales, Less than a Mile from Magor, 10 minutes from Newport, Close to Cardiff, Close to Bristol.
Health Walk - Caerwent Walk

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

CADW car park Caerwent, Roman Road, Caerwent, Monmouthshire, NP26 5AU

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Caerwent

A 2 mile walk around the old Roman town of Caerwent.
Lower Minnets Field

Type

Type:

Nature Reserve

Address

Minnetts Lane, Rogiet, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 3US

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Caldicot

Lower Minnets is a small hay meadow hidden amongst dense woodland near Caldicot.
Dewstow Gardens and Grottoes

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Type:

Garden

Address

Caerwent, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5AH

Telephone
01291 431020

john@dewstowgardens.co.uk

Caldicot

Dewstow Gardens has now closed.
A Magical & Wondrous Place. One of the most exciting horticultural finds of recent years has been the underground Edwardian gardens at Dewstow House in Monmouthshire.
St Michael & All Angels', Llanfihangel Rogiet

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Type:

Church

Address

St Michael & All Angels', Llanfihangel Rogiet, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 3UP

Telephone
+44 (0)204 520 4458

office@friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk

Caldicot

Medieval church with 13th-century effigies and a 15th century bell which was the wedding place of Henry Jones, the inventor of self-raising flour.
Managed by the Friends of Friendless Churches.
Caldicot Leisure Centre

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Type:

Leisure Centre

Address

Mill Lane, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4BN

Telephone
01291426850

caldicotleisurecentre@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Caldicot

Caldicot Leisure Centre offers swimming, fitness suites, squash courts and more.
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The Lychgate

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Type:

Guest Accommodation

Address

47 Church Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HW

Telephone
01291 422378

stay@thelychgate.wales

Caldicot

Nestled between the wooded country park of Caldicot Castle and the historic Norman Church of St Mary The Virgin, The Lychgate provides the perfect setting for a relaxing stay in the heart of Monmouthshire.
Black Rock Lave Net Heritage Fishery

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Heritage Centre

Address

Black Rock Picnic Site, Black Rock Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5TP

Telephone
01633 880494

lavenets4wales@msn.com

Caldicot

The lave net fishermen of Black Rock promote the fishery as a heritage site and invite all to enjoy this last remaining welsh severn estuary salmon fishery which can be watched quite safely from the picnic site.
Newport Wrought Ironwork

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Type:

Arts & Crafts

Address

The Forge Ironworks, Blackwall Lane, Barecroft Common, Magor, Monmouthshire, NP26 3EB

Telephone
07973501016

newportwroughtironwork@hotmail.com

Barecroft Common, Magor

This one-2-one tuition day course will provide a ‘hands-on approach to MIG (metal inert gas) welding and is suitable for aspiring welders ,farmers, sculptors, metal craft artists and DIY enthusiast to develop basic welding skills.
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Caldicot Castle and Country Park

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Castle

Address

Caldicot Castle, Church Road, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU

Telephone
01291 420241

caldicotcastle@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Caldicot

Visit Caldicot Castle in its beautiful setting of tranquil gardens and a wooded country park. Founded by the Normans, developed in royal hands as a stronghold in the Middle Ages and restored as a Victorian family home. Entry is free.