TWO Monmouthshire monuments will be opening their doors free of charge in the final weekend of September as part of a 25,000 ticket giveaway.

Chepstow Castle and Tintern Abbey, maintained by the Welsh Government’s historic environment service - Cadw - will be offering free entry on Saturday, September 23 with the Open Doors scheme.

Ken Skates AM, the cabinet secretary for economy and infrastructure, said: “Open Doors is an excellent programme which showcases our incredible heritage and offers local people and visitors the chance to explore both our legendary sites and hidden adventures across Wales.

“Cadw is committed to making heritage more accessible so we felt it was important that Cadw sites joined the hundreds of Welsh venues that have taken part in this year’s celebration.

“It’s a great way to encourage people to explore the rich history our country has to offer and we hope to see thousands of people discovering the dramatic stories across Wales this weekend.

“Wales is famous for its unrivalled collection of historic sites which demonstrate our rich heritage and are steeped in folklore. From ancient castles constructed by famous Welsh Princes, to Roman Amphitheatres rumoured to be linked to King Arthur’s very own Camelot, there are legends abound to be explored.”

Visit opendoorswales2017.eventbrite.com/ for tickets.