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The farm sits on the ridge between the Wye and
Usk in the 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' and couldn't be
better placed for the surrounding attractions. The views
and the outlook are spectacular. There are 55acres to
roam, including new and old woodland, and a field recently
planted specifically to attract bird life. In the last 12 months
66 species of birds
have been seen on the Farm.
It is sheltered by a surround of hills which give the gardens a tranquil feel, contrasted with wide vistas to the north and west across the Vale of Usk to the Black Mountains,
the Golden Valley and Edmund’s Tump. It is regularly blessed with spectacular sunsets as the
sun sets behind the mountains and hills to the west.
Just above the farm is the Robert Croes woodland
nature reserve.
The nearby rivers, the Usk and the Wye, have
easy access and lots of attractions. The Wye is also great
for family canoeing adventures.
No far are the Black Mountains, and then the Brecon
Beacons, all part of the National Park with unique,
stunning landscapes.
The area was not always so peaceful. Roman soldiers and Norman
warlords left their mark. At the walled town of Chepstow stands
Britain's first stone-built castle, on a bluff above the looping
River Wye. There are many other castles in the area, most
with good pubs and restaurants nearby, if you are there for
lunch.
Tintern, on the River Wye, is close by and is dominated by
the soaring ruins of its medieval abbey. It has attracted
poets and artists for centuries.
The Forest of Dean is also close by on the far
side of the River Wye, with a
fascinating history and plenty of activities and attractions for
all ages.
There's more history at Monmouth (the local
shopping town 6 miles away) - the fortified Monnow Bridge and
Agincourt Square with its statues to two famous sons, Henry V
and Charles Rolls, of Rolls-Royce fame. Perhaps more important
are excellent shops, and a Waitrose and M&S Simply Food.
Like Monmouth, Abergavenny (20 minutes away) is
an attractive market town. Locals and visitors alike have
flocked to its famous Tuesday market for centuries.
Whether travelling by car, bike or foot, the entire area is idyllic
touring country.
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