St Mary's RC Church, Monmouth

7, 8 Sep 2.00-5.00. Built in 1793, this is the oldest post-Reformation Catholic public place of worship in Wales. It was originally hidden by three cottages, but became the church we see today in 1888

St Mary's Priory St

7, 8 Sep 2.00-5.00. Consecrated in 1110, the present Church was redesigned in 1881 by G.E. Street who also designed the Law Courts in London. A recent addition is a Statue of the Madonna and Child carved from Forest of Dean Stone.

The Shire Hall Council Chamber & Court

7, 8 Sep 10.00-4.00 The Shire Hall was built in 1724 to replace an old market hall and to house the assizes. An impressive Georgian building with elegant rooms and a formal staircase. The Court Room has not been altered since the trial of the Chartist Leaders in Wales was held there in 1840. Artefacts pertaining to the trial can be seen. Tours on the hour.

The Savoy Theatre, Church Street

7 ,8 Sep 11.00-2.00 (followed by a film showing). The oldest theatre site in Wales. The present building dates from 1928 when it replaced a Roller Skating Rink and an early Picture House. It was a popular place for entertainment before, during and after the 2nd World War but was forced to close down with the onset in television. After suffering neglect it has been completely restored and is now a very good example of the thirties Art Deco Movement. It now has a duel role of Cinema and Theatre.

Monnow Bridge

7,8 Sep 2.00-5.00. Unique in Britain-  a gate-tower on a bridge at the entry to a town. The bridge was built in the late 13c, and the gate-tower constructed as part of a system of town walls and gates erected between 1297 and 1315. Wall-head and hipped roof of early 18c replacing original battlements, when gatehouse accommodation was made two-storeyed An unique opportunity to visit the interior of this famous building which has served as both a residence and a prison.

Nelson Garden, Chippenham Fields.

7,8 Sep 2.00-5.00 The Nelson Garden commemorates Lord Nelson's visit to Monmouth on August 19th 1802 with Sir William and Lady Emma Hamilton when, having been entertained at the Beaufort Arms, the party adjourned 'accompanied by Colonel Lindsay to the beautiful summerhouse in his garden there to enjoy the refreshment of tea or coffee and to pass the rest of the evening in that charming retreat' (Charles Heath, Proud Day for Monmouth, 1804)

Monmouth Museum, Market Hall

7 Sep 11.00-1.00, 8 Sep 2.00-5.00. The museum houses a fine collection of Lord Nelson's relics. The collection was bequeathed to the town by Lady Llangattock, the mother of the Hon. Charles Rolls, co-founder of the Rolls-Royce company and pioneer airman, whose life story is also a feature of the museum. Special exhibition and activities for children.

The Round House and Naval Temple, the Kymin

7,8 Sep 11.00-4.00 (National Trust) This landmark hill is topped by two interesting Georgian buildings; the two-storey circular Georgian banqueting house and naval temple, opened in 1801 as a monument to contemporary admirals, including Nelson, who visited in 1802. The hilltop grounds have spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. The property also lies on the Offa’s Dyke path, and is central to numerous footpaths in all directions. Book sale 7 Sep. Forest of Dean brass band 8 Sep.

Monmouth Methodist Church, St James Street

7,8 Sep. 2.00-5.00 An architectural gem built in 1837 to the design of local architect G.V. Maddox, who also designed the Market Hall and Priory Street. Three-bay pedimented façade, stuccoed, with recent elegant colour scheme. The classical galleried interior is superb.

Masonic Hall, Monk Street

7,8 Sep 2.00-5.00 Built 1n 1797, the building has been a theatre, wool store and merchant’s house. It was converted to a Masonic Temple by G.V. Maddox on the instructions of Lord Llangattock. There will be guided tours where the contents of the hall will be explained to visitors.

Great Castle House, Castle & Regimental Museum

7,8 Sep 2.00-5.00 The ruins of the Great Hall and Great Tower are now all that survive of Monmouth Castle. The keep is 12C, a smaller version of the example at Chepstow. The Hall may have been built ca 1267. Great Castle House was built in 1674 by the third Marquis of Worcester from the ruins of the medieval castle, which was the birthplace of Henry V. The house contains an astonishing interior, with remarkable ornate plaster ceilings and decorated walls. The first-floor rooms were joined together about 1700 to house the Assizes. The museum is associated with the history of the RMRE who in 1996 celebrated the centenary of the award of the two “Royals” in their title. The garden has a commanding view of the Black Mountains and contains species of plants that would have been found at the time of Henry V.

Monmouth Priory, Priory Street

7,8 Sep 2.00-5.00 This building, part of the original Priory Church, contains an oriel window dedicated to Geoffrey of Monmouth. The interior has been extensively redesigned, with the help of the Heritage Lottery Fund, to provide a Community Centre for the church and the town NP25 3NX Part of the Tapestry Trail.

Monmouth Baptist Church, Monk Street

7,8 Sep 2.00-5.00 The Baptist Church has quite a long history in Monmouth, since the first chapel was founded in 1818 standing on the Wye River bank behind Monnow Street, with baptisms in the river itself.  The present stone building was built in 1907 and is of typical non-conformist layout, but it has undergone extensive renovation recently, with provision of a coffee shop in the undercroft, in celebration of its Centenary.

Monmouth Boy's School Chapel Haberdasher’s

7,8 Sep .2.00-5.00  The chapel is an integral part of the 19th-century school building of 1864-5. The present chancel and vestry were initially a separate room used as a library and meeting room for Governors. Over the years various works of art have been commissioned or bought, including a Christus by Peter Eugene Ball, suspended over the altar – an object that gives the chapel national prominence.

Drybridge House, Drybridge Street

8 Sep 2.00-5.00. Grade II* listed building which was the home of the Crompton-Roberts family for 400 years. Re-built in 19thC retains good interior features. Now home to the Bridges Community Centre. Tea rooms.