Llanthony Priory
Priordy Llanddewi Nant Hodni
The ruins of a medieval Augustinian priory in a deep valley of the Black Mountains, its pointed-arch walls framed by grassy slopes, peaceful and moving.
The priory was founded in the early 12th century. Its pointed-arch arcade and west-front tower survive intact and have been painted by many artists and poets. The ruins are free to visit. The adjoining priory buildings have been converted into a small inn and a bar, where you can sit in the medieval cellar and have a drink. It is also the starting point for climbing the Black Mountains ridge and walking the Offa's Dyke Path. It lies about 18 km north of Abergavenny, and the mountain roads are narrow, so you will need to pass carefully.
Opening hours
All day (Cadw site, free entry)
Nearby sights
- Sugar Loaf
- Gospel Pass & Hay Bluff
- Skirrid Fawr
- Abergavenny & Abergavenny Castle
- Crickhowell
- Hay-on-Wye
- Tretower Court and Castle
- Llangorse Lake