Monmouth Web Guide
Here's our pick of some of the most useful and entertaining websites from or about the border town. If you know a website worth including, get in touch.
Welcome to Monmouth
http://www.monmouth.org.uk
An A-Z of the town, accommodation, local history, genealogy guides, pubs and restaurants, tourism information and more.
i4monmouth
http://www.wye-monmouth.co.uk
A guide to the town primarily aimed at visitors, with details of accommodation, attractions and more.
MONTV
http://www.mon-tv.com
An online TV station for Monmouthshire with local news, sport, arts, entertainment and more.
Monmouthshire Beacon
http://www.monmouth-today.co.uk
News, features and event listings from the weekly paper.
Monmouth Castle Museum
http://www.monmouthcastlemuseum.org.uk
Learn about the town's military history - the Normans who built the castle, the campaigns of Henry V who was born there, and the militia which survives to this day as the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers.
Monmouthshire Show
http://www.monmouthshow.co.uk
The largest one-day agricultural show in Wales, taking place the last Thursday in August. Even the Queen has been known to show her ponies there. A great day out for all the family which includes a funfair, local crafts and exhibitions, plenty to eat and drink and freebies everywhere.
Rockfield Studios
http://www.rockfieldstudios.com
The world-famous recording studios founded by Charles and Kingsley Ward. Many of Britain's top rock stars have made albums here over the last thirty years, including Queen, Oasis, Paul Weller, Simple Minds and many others.
Monmouthshire County Council
http://www.monmouthshire.gov.uk
Information about local authority services including guides to transport, tourism and events.
Monmouth Town Council
http://www.monmouth.gov.uk
Details of grassroots public services, including biographies of councillors and information about the council's activities.
Monmouth Festival
http://www.monmouthfestival.co.uk
An annual event in late July/early August showcasing local and international music, comedy and street theatre. The Monmouth Festival is one of the largest free music festivals in Europe and is licensed for 5,000 people each night. See the website for current and past highlights.
Monmouth Rowing Club
http://www.monmouthrc.org.uk
New members welcome, whether you want to row or cox. Expert coaching is available if you're a novice.
Bridges Community Centre
http://www.bridgescommunity.org.uk
Offering a range of facilities for leisure, education, support groups, private functions, and business events. You can hold evening classes or conferences, and even get married here.
Savoy Theatre
http://www.savoytrust.org.uk
Home of local amateur drama group the Savoy Players.
Blake Theatre
http://www.theblaketheatre.org
Opened in September 2004 as a venue for music, drama, films, ballet and more.
Women's Aid Monmouthshire
http://www.waimon.org.uk
A charity offering practical and emotional support and information to women and children who are experiencing domestic abuse, or have experienced domestic abuse in the past. It operates throughout Monmouthshire, with outreach and research projects extending in to Blaenau Gwent.
Inspire Coaching and Consulting
http://www.inspirecc.co.uk
Outdoor adventure activities in the Wye Valley, catering for families, hen or stag parties, corporate events and more.
Haberdashers' Monmouth Schools
http://www.habs-monmouth.org
A guide to the town's famous public schools for boys and girls, the first of which was founded in 1613. The site includes details of open days in October for prospective pupils and their parents.
Monmouth Comprehensive School
http://www.monmouthcomp.monm.sch.uk
Renowned for its high standards in secondary school education. The website offers information on all aspects of school life, including termly newsletters and a virtual tour.
Access Guide to Monmouthshire
http://www.monmouthshire.gov.uk/countryside/access
Click on the recreational routes link to find out about long distance and local, barrier free walks in the county. The site also has information about events and organised walks.
Monmouth Weather Station
http://www.monmouthweather.co.uk
Current conditions and past weather data, some going back to 1929.
Monmouth Women's Festival
http://www.monmouthwomensfestival.org.uk
Events and activities from mid-February to mid-March to mark International Women's Day.
Reckless Orchard
http://www.recklessorchard.com
Based in Llandogo, this landscape architecture practice exhibited a straw bale orchard garden at the Westonbirt International Festival of Gardens.
Scouts
http://www.monmouthshirescouts.org.uk
Local activities for young people, encouraging them to work in teams, stretch themselves, learn new skills and make life long friends.
Monmouthshire Youth Service
http://www.monyouth.net
News about youth clubs, projects, training and more.
Adventure River
http://www.adventureriver.co.uk
Guided canoe trips up and down the River Wye from Monmouth, taking in history, local pubs and the scenery.
Catbrook
http://www.catbrook.info
A guide to the village, including local event listings.
The Village News
http://www.thevillagenewsmonmouthshire.com
A monthly newsletter serving the residents of Llanishen and surrounding villages and hamlets.
Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers (Militia)
http://www.rmonre.com
The area's resident Territorial Army unit.
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