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Goytre Wharf

Set entirely within the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal (Mon & Brec) is among the most beautiful locations on our network.

At the southern end is Goytre Wharf, near Abergavenny. Once it was a busy site, where lime kilns processed the limestone brought down from the mountains, and boats transported the finished product. Now, it's a fantastic place to explore local history and discover the wildlife living in the canal.

You'll find a visitor centre at Goytre Wharf, with a gift shop, canal and National Park information, gallery, and coffee shop. There is plenty to see and do – from hiring a canoe or bicycle to taking advantage of some great woodland walks.

Things to see and do

Planning your visit

  • Address

    Goytre Wharf, Old Abergavenny Rd, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 9EW

  • Opening times

    The towpath is always open.

  • Prices

    Once you're parked up, you don't have to pay a thing.

  • Toilets

    Public toilets available during the cafe's opening hours.

Getting here

  • By car

    There is limited parking at the Wharf for cafe and Red Line visitors.

photo of a location on the canals
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