Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley

Bluebells covering the ground surrounded by trees at Coed-y-Bwnydd, Monmouthshire

Important notice -

Our car parks and countryside spaces are now open. We encourage everyone to observe social distancing. Please note the road up to the Sugar Loaf is closed. You'll need to park at the public car park at Fairfield in Abergavenny and walk from there.

Iconic mountains, rich countryside and a sweeping 18th century landscaped park

More about this place

Family walking dogs

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

We’ve opened more than 100 gardens and parks in England and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. From Monday 6 July, we’re gradually opening gardens and parklands in Wales. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All National Trust houses remain closed for now. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

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Things to see and do 

Oak leaves on a branch

Important update on Welsh Government legislation  

New Welsh Government legislation; Health Protection (Coronavirus Restrictions) (Wales) Regulations 2020 has now come into force. This affects access to certain public paths and land accessible by the public. Please check back for updates and information about which areas are affected.

Further information
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Our work

Rob Reith, Lead Ranger

Brecon Beacons and Monmouthshire ranger blog 

Welcome to the Brecon Beacons and Monmouthshire ranger blog where you'll get an insight each month into the work and goings on of a countryside ranger team.

Restoration of Ancient Woodland project at Skirrid, Abergavenny

A woodland 25 years in the making at the Skirrid  

A project, 25 years in the making, restoring semi-ancient woodland on a plantation site at the Skirrid, near Abergavenny.

The native ash tree

Ash dieback in our woodlands 

Woodlands like those in the much loved Brecon Beacons and Monmouthshire area are under threat from a fungal disease called ash dieback.

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History 

Clytha House framed by tree

Historic buildings at Clytha Estate 

Home of possibly the last 'Greek-style' house in Wales and one of the outstanding 18th-century follies of Wales, Clytha Estate has many interesting architectural features. With its Gothic gateway, railings and Lodge House, Grade-listed farms and walled garden, Clytha Estate is a true architectural delight.

The Skirrid in the mist, as seen from the Deri, Monmouthshire

Skirrid myths & legends 

Discover the myths and legends of the Skirrid and its surroundings, near to the Sugar Loaf mountain and the Usk Valley, Monmouthshire.

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