Activities for everyone?
By recognising and working with people who have differing requirements, we are removing barriers to improve accessibility to all our activities in Monmouthshire.
Information to make a choice?
Each event and access to it varies and we try to give concise information to enable people to make safe choices for themselves.
"Barrier free" means no stiles or steps, and any gates or kissing gates used will be suitable for passage by electric pavement scooter and double width pushchair users.
More detailed information will be available if you contact us well in advance. We want to help everyone have the opportunity to take part wherever possible.
Travel options?
Check out options for buses or trains in the activity description and check with National Traveline enquiry line on 08706 082 608 or www.travelline.org.uk
Man's best friend?
Assistance dogs always welcome, but check if there are stiles on walks. Dogs on short leads may be allowed when suitable. Please worm your dog regularly for the health and safety of people and farm animals. More information available on our Dogs in the Countryside page by clicking here.
When to cancel?
Leaders always turn up, but may cancel due to adverse weather or other circumstances!
Bad conditions ? or just bad clothing ?
Wearing clothing and footwear to suit the likely ground and weather conditions is important for your safety and enjoyment. Please consider this.
Obtaining our programme - Mailing List
(See also Public Venues below)
If you wish, we will add your details to our mailing list and send you the latest current programme, in the format you require, automatically.
Alternative formats
Please remember to tell us whether you want Email txt file, Large print, Small print or Braille. For other formats please contact the Countryside Service to discuss your requirements.
Otherwise the default print will be 14 point font in Arial typeface or Email of an attached WORD document.
Contact:
Monmouthshire Countryside Service,
County Hall, CWMBRAN, NP44 2XH
Tel: 01633 644850
Fax: 01633 644800
countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk
Obtaining our programme - Public Venues
All Monmouthshire Libraries have internet facilities for you to use. Large and small print 'reference copies' are also available at these Libraries and local Tourist Information Centres. They can be photocopied at cost.
They will always be pleased to see you and inform you of the latest opportunities for enjoying the countryside with numerous public and private organisations. They can also help locate necessary facilities, transport options and advise of local visitor service providers.
Other programmes covering Monmouthshire
'Programme Essentials' information applies to Monmouthshire Countryside Service (MCS) only.
Where activities are identified as arranged by either the World Heritage Site (01633 648066) or Wye Valley AONB unit (01600 710844), you will need to direct any queries to them as the MCS is not directly involved in staging the event.
The Wye Valley AONB unit produce a varied Activities and Events programme that covers parts of Herefordshire, Monmouthshire and Gloucestershire. Please click here.
The Brecon Beacons National Park has a large and varied 'Guided Walks and Events programme'. View and download by clicking here.