IT'S not a great time for Welsh pubs at the moment, with Welsh Government restrictions aimed at stopping the spread of coronavirus meaning they're banned from selling alcohol, and must close by 6pm. As a result, many pubs have closed their doors entirely until the rules are lifted. So, step back in time for a look at these pubs in Monmouthshire from days gone by.

Free Press Series: STORIES: The Cordell Country Inn, Govilon in 1989STORIES: The Cordell Country Inn, Govilon in 1989

The Cordell Country Inn, Govilon in 1989

Free Press Series: PLAY: Two Brewers Pub in Bulwark, 1994PLAY: Two Brewers Pub in Bulwark, 1994

Two Brewers Pub in Bulwark, 1994

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Free Press Series: HISTORY: Chepstow Castle Inn, 1993HISTORY: Chepstow Castle Inn, 1993

Chepstow Castle Inn, 1993

Free Press Series: VILLAGE: The Clytha Arms near Raglan in 1992VILLAGE: The Clytha Arms near Raglan in 1992

The Clytha Arms near Raglan in 1992

Free Press Series: VISIT: Cherry Tree Top Pub in Tintern, 1997VISIT: Cherry Tree Top Pub in Tintern, 1997

The Cherry Tree Top Pub in Tintern, 1997

Free Press Series: CHEERS: Ye Olde Tippling Philosopher, Caldicot, in 1994CHEERS: Ye Olde Tippling Philosopher, Caldicot, in 1994

Ye Olde Tippling Philosopher, Caldicot, in 1994

Free Press Series: COSY: The Ship Inn, Raglan, 1993COSY: The Ship Inn, Raglan, 1993

The Ship Inn, Raglan, in 1993

Free Press Series: VENUE: Three Salmons In, Abergavenny, 1993VENUE: Three Salmons In, Abergavenny, 1993

The Three Salmons Inn in Abergavenny, pictured in 1993

Free Press Series: POPULAR: Castle View Hotel, Chepstow, 1980POPULAR: Castle View Hotel, Chepstow, 1980

The Castle View Hotel in Chepstow, 1980

Free Press Series: RETREAT: Royal George, Tintern, 1993RETREAT: Royal George, Tintern, 1993

The Royal George in Tintern, pictured in 1993