⭐ Optional Pick‑Up, Drop‑Back & Event Transport

When available, Robert — your on‑site host — can offer the following at a friendly local rate, agreed in advance:

• 🚉 Pick‑up from Chepstow railway or bus station

• 🛒 Stop‑off at Tesco Superstore, Chepstow if you’d like to do some shopping before heading to Reddings Retreat

• 🚗 Drop‑back to Chepstow after check‑out, making your departure just as easy as your arrival

• 🎟️ Pick‑up and drop‑off for events at Chepstow Racecourse — ideal if you’re attending a race day, concert, or show and want to avoid parking or taxis

Please note: All services above are subject to Robert’s availability and must be arranged in advance when booking.

🚉 From Chepstow

• Train to Chepstow station → C1 or C3 bus to Chepstow bus station (~3 mins, every ~5 mins)

• 69 bus to Tintern (~16 mins, ~6 miles) → alight at George bus stop opposite Tintern Abbey

• Walk up the Wye Valley Footpath or along the A466 pavement to our farm drive

• Taxi: ~6 miles / ~9 mins — £16–£21

🚌 From Monmouth

• 69 bus to Tintern Abbey bus stop (~24 mins, ~11 miles)

• Cross the road → walk via Wye Valley Footpath or A466 pavement to our farm drive

• Taxi: ~11 miles / ~20 mins — £30–£37

Handy tip: The 69 bus (Chepstow ↔ Monmouth) stops right at the bottom of Reddings Farm driveway on certain services. If the timing works for you, this is the quickest and easiest way to arrive by public transport.

✈️ From Bristol Airport (BRS)

• Option 1: Two buses to Chepstow (~2 hrs)

• Option 2: Bus + train to Chepstow (~2 hrs 15 mins)

• Then follow From Chepstow directions

• Taxi: ~27 miles / ~45 mins — £70–£90

✈️ From Cardiff Airport (CWL)

• Two trains to Chepstow (~2 hrs 30 mins)

• Then follow From Chepstow directions

• Taxi: ~44 miles / ~1 hr — £90–£120

🚆 Additional Train Connections

• Abergavenny Station – On the Cardiff–Manchester line, with connections from the Midlands and North of England. From here, guests can take a bus (via Monmouth) or taxi to Tintern (~21 miles).

• Newport Station – A major hub with frequent trains from London Paddington, Bristol, Cardiff, and Birmingham. From Newport, guests can take a direct bus to Chepstow (then follow your Chepstow directions).

🚌 Additional Bus Routes

• 69 Bus (Chepstow ↔ Monmouth) – You’ve already mentioned this, but it’s worth noting it runs both directions and stops at multiple points in Tintern, including Medhope (Tintern Parva) and the George bus stop.

• National Express Coaches – Services to Chepstow from London, Birmingham, and other major cities. This can be a budget‑friendly alternative to trains.

• Stagecoach & Newport Bus Services – Regional buses from Newport, Caldicot, and surrounding towns connect into Chepstow for onward travel.

🚶 Scenic Walking Arrivals

• Wye Valley Walk – For keen walkers, Tintern is a stage point on this long‑distance trail between Chepstow and Monmouth. Guests could arrive on foot directly from either town.

• Offa’s Dyke Path – Passes close to the Wye Valley; walkers can detour into Tintern for an overnight stay.