Abergavenny Castle & Museum

Abergavenny Museum & Castle, Castle Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire NP7 5EE, UK
1-99 Years
Paid

Description

Abergavenny Museum houses a wonderful collection of artefacts, permanent displays and temporary exhibitions, detailing the history of the town and wider area. The museum, which was founded on 2nd July 1959, is located in a Regency building, built on top of a Norman motte within the grounds of Abergavenny Castle. 

Today, the combination of a wonderful museum and picturesque castle represents a fantastic attraction for those looking to learn more about the area, explore the castle grounds, or find a great spot for a picnic. The museum’s displays tell the story of this historic market town from prehistory through to the present day. The displays are on several levels, with some help most areas are accessible to wheelchair users.

Free entry, but charges apply at some special events. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Abergavenny Museum houses a wonderful collection of artefacts, permanent displays and temporary exhibitions, detailing the history of the town and wider area. The museum, which was founded on 2nd July 1959, is located in a Regency building, built on top of a Norman motte within the grounds of Abergavenny Castle. 
  • Today, the combination of a wonderful museum and picturesque castle represents a fantastic attraction for those looking to learn more about the area, explore the castle grounds, or find a great spot for a picnic.
  • The museum’s displays tell the story of this historic market town from prehistory through to the present day. The displays are on several levels, with some help most areas are accessible to wheelchair users.

Facilities

Parking: Parking with charge - Parking is available a short walk away in castle street.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Free entry, but charges apply at some special events.

Pricing URL: https://www.visitmonmouthshire.com/things-to-do/abergavenny-museum-and-castle-p1502571

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

15 Feb 2025 - 31 Dec 2025: 

  • Tuesday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • Thursday - Sunday: 11:00 - 16:00

Address: Abergavenny Museum & Castle, Castle Street, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire NP7 5EE, UK

Post Code: NP7 5EE

Council: Monmouthshire

County: Gwent

  • Road Directions: From the north take the M5 to Gloucester, the M50 to Ross on Wye and then follow the signs to Monmouth and the A449/A40 to Abergavenny. From the south take the M4 to J24; follow the A449/A40 north and the A40 What3Words. 
  • Public Transport Directions: Abergavenny Bus Station is 0.2 miles away. Abergavenny Train Station is 0.5 miles away.
  • Parking: Parking with charge - Parking is available a short walk away in castle street.

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