Tel: 0118 971 4700
Brecon Beacons National Park
C/o Plas y Ffynnon
Cambrian Way
Brecon
Powys
LD3 7HP
United Kingdom
The beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park stretches across Wales, above Gwent and Glamorgan and through much of Powys. The region was declared a National Park in 1957 and is home to some of South Wales’ most rugged and stunning scenery, as well as its highest peaks and largest lakes. The distinctive scenery and appeal of the Brecon Beacons are popular with walkers and climbers, as well as enthusiasts of outdoor pursuits.
See our feature on the Brecon Beacons
C/o Plas y Ffynnon
Cambrian Way
Brecon
Powys
LD3 7HP
United Kingdom
The beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park stretches across Wales, above Gwent and Glamorgan and through much of Powys. The region was declared a National Park in 1957 and is home to some of South Wales’ most rugged and stunning scenery, as well as its highest peaks and largest lakes. The distinctive scenery and appeal of the Brecon Beacons are popular with walkers and climbers, as well as enthusiasts of outdoor pursuits.
See our feature on the Brecon Beacons
Caerleon Roman Remains
Caerleon
Newport
Gwent
LD3 7HP
United Kingdom
Caerleon is a historic village just outside Newport. It is famous for its archaeological remains, which include an Iron Age fort and several findings related to the area’s substantial Roman occupation. In particular, the amphitheatre excavated at Caerleon is the best preserved example of its kind in Britain. Caerleon was the base of a Roman legion, when the area was known as Isca. Evidence of the fortress and baths can still be seen, and there is a small museum devoted to the findings close to the remains.
Caerleon
Newport
Gwent
LD3 7HP
United Kingdom
Caerleon is a historic village just outside Newport. It is famous for its archaeological remains, which include an Iron Age fort and several findings related to the area’s substantial Roman occupation. In particular, the amphitheatre excavated at Caerleon is the best preserved example of its kind in Britain. Caerleon was the base of a Roman legion, when the area was known as Isca. Evidence of the fortress and baths can still be seen, and there is a small museum devoted to the findings close to the remains.
Newport Castle
Newport
Gwent
United Kingdom
Newport
Gwent
United Kingdom
Newport Museum and Art Gallery
John Frost Square
Newport
Gwent
NP20 1PA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01633 656656
Newport Museum and Art Gallery chronicles the history of Newport and the Usk Estuary, from the earliest Bronze Age settlers to the modern day. Accounts of the area’s social and industrial past, notably the Chartist Rising of 1839, are particularly interesting. There are special exhibitions throughout the year, and events for schools and children. The Art Gallery houses internationally important collections of works by British artists from Turner and Lowry to emerging young Welsh artists.
John Frost Square
Newport
Gwent
NP20 1PA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01633 656656
Newport Museum and Art Gallery chronicles the history of Newport and the Usk Estuary, from the earliest Bronze Age settlers to the modern day. Accounts of the area’s social and industrial past, notably the Chartist Rising of 1839, are particularly interesting. There are special exhibitions throughout the year, and events for schools and children. The Art Gallery houses internationally important collections of works by British artists from Turner and Lowry to emerging young Welsh artists.
Newport Transporter Bridge
C/O FONTB
Hoskins Street
Newport
Gwent
NP20 5LA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01633 250322
The Transporter Bridge is one of Newport’s most distinctive landmarks, and is one of only eight of its type in the world – the only other examples in the UK span the River Tees at Middlesbrough and the River Mersey at Warrington. The grade I listed bridge was built on the River Usk in 1906, and carries passengers across the river on a gondola, while still allowing large ships to pass. There is a Visitors Centre that explains the history and workings of the bridge.
C/O FONTB
Hoskins Street
Newport
Gwent
NP20 5LA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01633 250322
The Transporter Bridge is one of Newport’s most distinctive landmarks, and is one of only eight of its type in the world – the only other examples in the UK span the River Tees at Middlesbrough and the River Mersey at Warrington. The grade I listed bridge was built on the River Usk in 1906, and carries passengers across the river on a gondola, while still allowing large ships to pass. There is a Visitors Centre that explains the history and workings of the bridge.
Riverfront Theatre
Kingsway
Newport
Gwent
NP20 1HG
United Kingdom
Booking Office: 01633 656679
The Riverfront Theatre is a relatively new addition to Newport, and is a distinctive contemporary building sitting on the banks of the Usk. It is primarily an arts venue, providing film screenings, live performances and creative workshops. It also holds a dance and a recording studio, a café, and can be used as a conference venue.
Kingsway
Newport
Gwent
NP20 1HG
United Kingdom
Booking Office: 01633 656679
The Riverfront Theatre is a relatively new addition to Newport, and is a distinctive contemporary building sitting on the banks of the Usk. It is primarily an arts venue, providing film screenings, live performances and creative workshops. It also holds a dance and a recording studio, a café, and can be used as a conference venue.
St Woolos Cathedral
Stow Hill
Newport
Gwent
NP20 4EA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01633 212077
There has been a place of worship on the site of St Woolos Cathedral in Newport since the early 6th Century AD; the current Norman building dates from the 12th Century with additions made over the centuries. The cathedral was restored by the Victorians, and extended more recently. St Woolos is the centre of the Diocese of Monmouth.
Stow Hill
Newport
Gwent
NP20 4EA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01633 212077
There has been a place of worship on the site of St Woolos Cathedral in Newport since the early 6th Century AD; the current Norman building dates from the 12th Century with additions made over the centuries. The cathedral was restored by the Victorians, and extended more recently. St Woolos is the centre of the Diocese of Monmouth.
Tredegar House
Newport
Gwent
NP10 8YW
United Kingdom
Tel: 01633 815880
Tredegar House is set in 90 acres of glorious grounds just two miles to the west of Newport city centre. It is a formidable example of a 17th century mansion; the earliest areas of the estate hark from the 15th Century, and the remainder of the grandiose house was built in the 1600s. There are guided tours of the house available, and visitors may also enjoy the woodland walks and boating on the lake in the grounds.
Newport
Gwent
NP10 8YW
United Kingdom
Tel: 01633 815880
Tredegar House is set in 90 acres of glorious grounds just two miles to the west of Newport city centre. It is a formidable example of a 17th century mansion; the earliest areas of the estate hark from the 15th Century, and the remainder of the grandiose house was built in the 1600s. There are guided tours of the house available, and visitors may also enjoy the woodland walks and boating on the lake in the grounds.