Local Area
The Celtic Manor Resort is within easy reach of an abundance of attractions. The cosmopolitan capital Cardiff, with its modern shopping malls and unique Victorian Arcades is a short drive away.
The Usk Valley and surrounding area boasts truly magnificent scenery and a wealth of historic treasures and castles.
The Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Brecon Beacons National Park are protected, special areas of countryside with unique, stunning landscapes. They offer endless opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as walking, fishing, canal-cruising, golf, cycling, canoeing and gliding.
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Castles
Wales is often referred to as "The Land of Castles" The Celtic Manor Resort is ideally situated to explore some of these fascinating Welsh cultural landmarks.
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Caerleon Arts Festival
8th - 17th July
Caerleon Arts Festival is staged for the ninth time this summer with a varied programme of music, drama and visual arts events. The main event will be the International Sculpture Symposium with sculptors working in wood and stone on the Hanbury field with the closing weekend of the festival featuring craft stalls, children's entertainment and music.
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Abergavenny Food Festival
April - September 2011
This annual event showcases the finest in British food and drink and is hosted by the medieval market town of Abergavenny, just a 30 minute drive from The Resort.
The Abergavenny Food Festival
Glan Usk Estate
Glanusk Park and Estate is privately owned by the Legge-Bourke family. It is situated in the beautiful countryside of the Usk Valley, Crickhowell, South Wales in the Brecon Beacons National Park, and is one of the largest privately owned Estates in Wales.
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The Millennium Stadium - Cardiff
The Millennium Stadium in Cardiff is a 30 minute drive from The Resort. Visit The Official website of the Millennium Stadium with information and news about forthcoming events at the venue.
Visit The Millennium Stadium Website
The Wales Millennium Centre - Cardiff
Arts centre housing theatres for musicals, opera, ballet and dance, as well as cafes and arts organisations.
Visit The Millennium Centre Website
