Monmouth Raft Race

11/04/2026

‘WALK THE WYE CHALLENGE’ on Sunday 10th May is a fundraising walking event in the Wye Valley, organised by the Rotary Club of Monmouth to raise funds for the ‘Velindre’ breast cancer research team. The event is an adaptation of the long running series of annual Walk the Wye events.
In response to requests from previous participants, the event now has a more varied and challenging format, rising to the ridges above the Wye, and taking in the infamous 365 steps, Eagles Nest view point, and the magnificent Cleddon Falls.
Instead of the six riverbank walks previously on offer, there will be four routes to choose from, each one consisting of a different degree of challenge. Something for everybody.
The event will be based at Monmouth Show Ground. There is free parking at the Show Ground and free buses will take walkers to the start of the Chepstow and Tintern to Monmouth walks. The other 2 walks are circular, starting and finishing at the Show Ground.
Entry forms and further details are available at www.walkthewye.com

02/04/2026

Monmouth Raft Race route photographs

02/04/2026

Have you ever wondered what the route is like for the Monmouth Raft Race on the River Wye?

If so, check these photographs out!

6.5 miles of the most beautiful scenery with a pub halfway (The Boat) The Boat inn Penallt!

Why not enter the raft race in September 2026 and help raise vital funds for St David’s Hospice Care.

Please tag and share to friends and local facebook groups

www.monmouthraftrace.com









St David's Hospice Care

12/03/2026

‘WALK THE WYE CHALLENGE’ on Sunday 10th May is a fundraising walking event in the lower Wye Valley, organised by Rotary Monmouth to raise funds for the ‘Velindre’ breast cancer research team. The event is an adaptation to the long running series of annual Walk the Wye events run by Rotary Monmouth.
In response to requests from previous participants, the event now has a more varied and challenging format, rising to the ridges above the Wye.
Instead of the six riverbank walks previously on offer, there will be four routes to choose from, each one consisting of a different degree of challenge.
The event will be based at Monmouth Show Ground. There is free parking at the Show Ground and free buses will take walkers to the start of the Chepstow and Tintern to Monmouth walks. The other 2 walks are circular, starting and finishing at the Show Ground.
Why not take part, and invite your friends to join you for a great walk in support of breast cancer research?
Entry forms and further details are available at www.walkthewye.com

22/01/2026

Some information here regarding road closures for the The City of Newport Half Marathon for any locals 🚧

🚧 ROAD CLOSURES – City of Newport Half Marathon – Sunday 1st March 2026 🚧

Please be aware that road closures and traffic restrictions will be in place across Newport on Sunday 1st March for the KLA City of Newport Half Marathon.

Runners will be using Usk Way and roads through Newport city centre and Caerleon, including:

➡️ Usk Way (start/finish area)
➡️ SDR Bridge & Clarence Road
➡️ Newport Bridge & Caerleon Road
➡️ Caerleon village roads & riverside paths
➡️ Millennium Bridge crossings
➡️ Multiple connecting local roads along the route 📍

🚗 Plan ahead:
• Some roads will be closed or have restricted access from early morning until mid-day.
• Bus, cycle and pedestrian access may be affected in places.
• Please allow extra time for travel, parking and deliveries.
• Local access for residents may be possible but expect delays.

Thank you for your patience and support for this fantastic community event raising funds for charity! 🙌

📍 Full event info: www.cityofnewporthalfmarathon.com

18/01/2026

17/01/2026

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🍻 POST EVENT BEERS ON TINY REBEL! 🍻

HUGE thanks to the fantastic Tiny Rebel Brewing Co. for providing beers for finishers of the KLA City of Newport Half Marathon. If that's not motivation to sign up and run then we don't know what is!

Register here while the January Sale is still on for even cheaper entry and free beer : https://cityofnewporthalfmarathon.com/

(Over 18s only, while stocks last)

15/01/2026

Despite the challenges of the 2025 Monmouth Raft Race some thirty-five teams took part and still managed to make a big splash by raising almost £14,000 of which £11,144 has just been presented to St Davids Hospice Care Chief Executive Emma Saysell.

The charity was hugely indebted to the Rotarians and the generous hearted people of Monmouth who had now donated a massive £300,000 since the raft race was taken over by the club in 2004, she revealed.

Thank you to everyone who was involved in making this happen

16/12/2025

The Monmouth Raft Race supports the work of St David's Hospice Care, check this out!

By supporting the raft race, you allow them to impact people’s lives

23/11/2025

⚫ BLACK FRIDAY ENTRY DISCOUNT ⚫

Our Black Friday sale is now LIVE! For this week, get a discounted entry to the KLA City of Newport Half Marathon 2026. Why not take advantage and gift entry to your running mad loved one this Christmas?

Sign up here: https://cityofnewporthalfmarathon.com/

07/11/2025