Monlife

Spring Stories & Crafts
2024-05-29 14:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Chepstow Community Hub, Manor Way, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5HZ, United Kingdom
Join us this May half-term for an afternoon of stories and crafts where you will be making flower mobiles!
Click here to book!
Please ensure all children are accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for ages 4 – 8.

FREE Swim
2024-05-31 - 2024-06-02, 2024-06-07 - 2024-06-09, 2024-06-14 - 2024-06-16, 2024-06-21 - 2024-06-23, 2024-06-28 - 2024-06-30, 2024-07-05 - 2024-07-07, 2024-07-12 - 2024-07-14, 2024-07-19 - 2024-07-21 | Caldicot Leisure Centre, Mill Lane, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4BN, United Kingdom
Under-16’s can also enjoy a free swim at your local MonLife Active Leisure centre during the following times:

Chepstow Leisure Centre:Fridays from 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Abergavenny Leisure Centre: Fridays between 8.00pm – 9:00pm
Monmouth Leisure Centre: Saturdays between 3:00pm – 4:15pm (Free to 16’s & under with a MonLife card)
Caldicot Leisure Centre: Saturdays between 11.30am – 12.45pm

Find out more: https://www.monlife.co.uk/monactive/swimming/

Street Food Circus rolls into Caldicot Castle with “The Big Banquet”
2024-05-31 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-01 11:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-02 11:00 - 22:00 | Caldicot Castle & Country Park, Church Rd,, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU, United Kingdom
Roll Up.. Roll Up..
Street Food Circus rolls into Caldicot Castle with “The Big Banquet”
Expect the Greatest Street Food On Earth delicious dishes from around the World all served up by a Nomadic caravan of celebrated street food chefs. With long table banquet dining in a fun festival atmosphere.
Welcome to the wonderful, colourful world of Street Food Circus.

24th -27th May
31st May – 2nd June

Tickets: £5+BF (Kids Go Free)
*A Dog Friendly Event

Ministry of Sound Classical at Caldicot Castle
2024-06-07 | Caldicot Castle & Country Park, Church Rd,, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU, United Kingdom
Ministry Of Sound Classical brings the Ibiza vibes to Caldicot Castle for summer 2024! Plus special guests Seb Fontaine and K-Klass.

This ain’t no DJ set! Ministry of Sound Classical takes on the very best tunes hand-picked from dance music history and recreated in a breathtaking performance by an incredible 31-piece orchestra.

Take a break from the ordinary and immerse yourself in the extraordinary with Ministry of Sound Classical.

Tickets go LIVE on Friday the 8th December at 10am, set your reminder now!

Join us on Saturday 8 th June at Caldicot Castle for a special live summer performance with British punk/rock icons, The Stranglers!
2024-06-08 18:00 - 22:00 | Caldicot Castle & Country Park, Church Rd,, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU, United Kingdom
As they celebrate their 50th year anniversary and we celebrate Caldicot’s 50 years of town status, this will be a glittering golden celebration that Caldicot will never forget! The Stranglers will also be joined on the by friends, Buzzcocks. – Tickets go on sale December 1stat 10am – Set your alarms and get ready!

Summer Exhibition of Students Work
2024-06-22 09:30 - 13:00 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
Usk Community Learning are very excited to present their ‘Exhibition of Students Work’. Come along and view some of the fantastic work our very talented learners have achieved throughout the year.

Usk Community Hub
Saturday, 22nd June 2024
9.30am – 1pm
01291 426888 / uskhub@monmouthshire.gov.uk

ADULT & CHILD Willow Weaving Garden Decorations Workshop
2024-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
Have fun together learning simple willow weaving techniques to create your own garden decorations.

Saturday, 22nd June 2024
1pm – 3pm
Cost – Adult £10 Child £5 (age 5+)
plus materials £2 per person

01291 426888 / uskhub@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Caldicot Castle Guided Tour
2024-06-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Caldicot Castle & Country Park, Church Rd,, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU, United Kingdom
About
Caldicot Castle Guided Tour
Come and join us at Caldicot Castle for a unique insight into the fascinating and chequered history of one of Wales most beautiful castles.
Please note that due to popularity, tickets must be booked beforehand.
Our tour is led by local expert Pauline Heywood who has spent years studying the castle and its remarkable family history. Pauline will take you on a journey into the past and share with you some of the fascinating facts that are unique to Caldicot Castle. The tour will also point out some of the most interesting features in the castle buildings and may even tell you where you are most likely to see our resident ghost!
Duration: Tour lasts 1 hour
When: The last Wednesday of every month (except May), at 2pm.
Where : Tours start under the marquee within the castle grounds.
Cost: £2 per person
Suitable for: Adults and children of school age (accompanied by adults). Most of the tour is on flat ground, but there are some grass areas and chippings in parts.

Splash Watercolour Flower Painting Workshop
2024-06-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
Learn to paint flowers the easy way. Using lot’s of different techniques to create beautiful artwork.

Friday, 28th June 2024
10am – 1pm
Cost: £15

Book your space via 01291 426888 or by emailing uskhub@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Pen & Ink Drawing Workshop
2024-07-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
On this workshop we will experiment with pen and coloured ink to create a vibrant landscape.

Friday, 5th July 2024
10am – 1pm
Cost £15
01291 426888 / uskhub@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Folk Art/Barge Painting Workshop
2024-07-06 09:30 - 12:30 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
On this workshop you will learn to paint with one stroke, this is a popular and interesting decorative painting technique, where double and multi-loading is used to achieve highlights, shadows and colour changes in one strike.

Saturday, 6th July 2024
9.30am – 12.30pm
Cost £15
01291 426888 uskhub@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Build a Canon Workshop!
2024-07-06 10:30 - 12:00 | Caldicot Community Hub, Woodstock Way, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5DB, United Kingdom
It has been 50 years since the canon arrived at Caldicot Castle and we are celebrating by inviting you to build a canon with us in Caldicot Library!
Click here to book!
Suitable for ages 4 -9.
Please ensure all children are accompanied by an adult.

999 Emergency Services Day
2024-07-07 10:00 - 17:00 | Caldicot Castle & Country Park, Church Rd,, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU, United Kingdom
Caldicot Town Team present a fantastic 999 Emergency Services Day is back for 2024 at Caldicot Castle!
This event is always popular as you can meet and greet with all of the emergency services, have pictures taken with emergency vehicles and even get to play with the sirens!
Held on Sunday 7th July from 10am until 5pm in the glorious grounds of Caldicot Castle and Country park, don’t forget to visit the towers and see inside the Castle.
Stay with us throughout the day and enjoy displays, good food and fun activities.
Entry is £2 per person, you can book online here to save time on the day.

Creative Hat Making Workshop
2024-07-13 09:30 - 13:30 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
Have fun learning new skills and techniques for crafting a Baker Boy Hat, Cap or Sun Hat.

Saturday, 13th July 2024
9.30am – 1.30pm
Cost £20
01291 426888 / uskhub@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Dubs at the Castle 2024
2024-07-18 - 2024-07-21 | Caldicot Castle & Country Park, Church Rd,, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 4HU, United Kingdom
Dubs at the Castle 2024 is a fun-filled family camping weekend, brought to you by VW enthusiasts, whose passion and love for Volkswagens helps to bring you a VW experience like no other. Whether your new to the VW scene or a seasoned professional, DATC creates a special atmosphere for all the family to enjoy.
Throughout the weekend there are Live Bands, Traders, Club Displays, the ever popular Old Skool Bike Competition and of course, Show ‘n Shine. Children’s activities and a great selection of food stalls help to keep the little ones happy while you spend your time admiring the wonderful array of Volkswagens on display. Set in the beautiful grounds of Caldicot Castle, DATC is a firm favourite in the VW calendar.
We look forward to welcoming all our loyal supporters who return year after year, whilst extending an extra special Welsh welcome, ‘croeso’ to our new visitors.

DATE: 19 July 2024 – 21 July 2024

* Any camper is welcome (not just VW).
The site will be entrance by ticket holder only!
Click here to buy tickets

Pouffe/Foot Stool Making Workshop
2024-07-20 09:30 - 12:30 | Usk Community Hub, 35 Maryport St, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AE, United Kingdom
Enjoy the process of acquiring new skills and techniques to design and craft your own pouffe.

Saturday, 20th July 2024
9.30am – 12.30pm
Cost £15
01291 426888
uskhub@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Make your own clay animals at Shire Hall Museum
2024-07-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Shire Hall Museum, Shire Hall, Agincourt Square,, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3DY, United Kingdom
?️ Where: Shire Hall Museum
? When: Tuesday, 23rd July
? Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Join us for a fun and creative day at the Shire Hall Museum! Kids of all ages are invited to unleash their imagination and craft their own clay animals. Whether you want to make a friendly dog, a fantastic dragon, or any other creature you can dream up, our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore your creativity and have a blast with friends and family.

All materials are provided, and no booking is required. Just drop in during the event time and enjoy the fun!

Supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Summer Reading Challenge - Stories & Crafts
2024-07-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Caldicot Community Hub, Woodstock Way, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5DB, United Kingdom
Join us in Caldicot Hub to celebrate this years Summer Reading Challenge, Marvellous Makers with a Stories & Crafts workshop!
Click the links below to book.
Tuesday 23rd July
Tuesday 6th August
Tuesday 20th August
Suitable for ages 4 – 8.
Please ensure all children are accompanied by an adult

MonLife Youth Trip to Alton Towers
2024-07-24 | Monmouthshire
Get ready for thrills and excitement at Alton Towers! ? Unleash the adventurer within and join us for a heart-pumping journey at Alton Towers. Grab your tickets now and be part of the action-packed fun that awaits!??
Wednesday 24th July
£15.00 per person
For ages 11-18 (School years 7 plus)
To book and to see other MonLife Youth activities please click on the link below
@monyouthtrips | Linktree

Summer Reading Challenge - Lego Workshop
2024-07-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Caldicot Community Hub, Woodstock Way, Caldicot, Monmouthshire, NP26 5DB, United Kingdom
Join us for a morning of Lego Building in Caldicot Hub to help us celebrate this years Summer Reading Challenge, Marvellous Makers!
Click the links below to book.
Wednesday 24th July
Wednesday 7th August
Wednesday 14th August
Wednesday 21st August
Suitable for ages 5 – 9.
All children MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Summer Reading Challenge - Stories & Crafts
2024-07-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Monmouth Community Hub, Rolls Hall, Whitecross St, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP25 3BY, United Kingdom
Join us in Monmouth Hub to celebrate this years Summer Reading Challenge, ‘Marvellous Makers’ with a stories & crafts workshop!
Click the links below to book.
Wednesday 24th July
Wednesday 31st July
Wednesday 21st August
Suitable for ages 4 – 8.
Please ensure all children are accompanied by an adult.
