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NewportDestinations > UK > Wales > Newport guide Newport is surrounded by the landscapes of The Wye Valley, Brecon Beacons National Park and Forest Dean all areas of outstanding natural beauty. Here you can escape and relax from the patterns of everyday life and enjoy the peaceful countryside. Take a forest drive, a walk or a cycle into the countryside for a great day out. Newport is alive with history, heritage, culture and scenery. There is so much to do in this area whatever your age or interests. You can walk back through history to the life of the Romans, see the remains of the Fortress and the Amphitheatre designed to hold 6000 spectators. Learn about the fascinating castles, their inhabitants and colourful history, discover the story of the Civil War, learn about the people who fought for the right to vote and won us democracy as we know it today. Newport has not only played a great roll in the past from the Romans to the industrial revolution to its Transporter Bridge, and canals with fourteen locks, it is a great place today. The town centre offers many shops to choice from, a lot of which are within a pedestrian area for extra safety and comfort. There are some great pubs, which range from real ale houses to modern style, many of which serve good pub food. There are also plenty of restaurants and places to eat out, some of which serve traditional Welsh cuisine. Newport also offers a great night out whether you are looking for a really wild time or a relaxing evening.
ArtsNewport Museum &! Art Gallery Ffwrwm Crafts &! Arts Center Old Green Murals Civic Center Murals - Hans Feibusch
AttractionsNewport Castle Tredegar House Newport Museum &! Art Gallery Roman Legionary Museum Ffwrwm Crafts &! Arts Center Usk Rural Life Museum Caldicot Castle &! Park Cwmcarn Forest Drive &! Visitor Center Caerphilly Castle
ClubsAnnabel's Night Club Chicago Rock Café Club Voodoo Zanaibar V3 T.J.'s Disco
HistoryNewport and the surrounding area is without a doubt beautiful, this leaves little wonder why the area has been sort after for the last 2000 years. Because of this we are left with an area with a wonderful heritage and rich in history. Due to the areas position close to the boarders of Wales and England the area is dotted with an abundance of castles. Newport Castle was built in the 14th century, it was constructed on its site to protect and guard the river crossing. Raglan Castle was built in 1430 on the site of a previous small Norman Castle, today there are some remarkable ruins to explore. Caldicot castle was founded by the Norman's and completed by the late 14th century. It was later restored in the Victorian era as a family home, today the castle is well preserved. Caerphilly is perhaps the most impressive castle in Wales it is certainly the biggest, and has played an essential role in Welsh history. There are also many more castles that demand a closer look. It is not surprising that Newport itself is full of history, as it is here that the River Usk is at its lowest crossing point. This has offered great settlement advantages throughout the ages from Celts to Romans. Despite all its colorful history it was the Romans who first put Newport on the map. Just 3 miles north east of Newport lies the town Caerleon, here you will find the remains of the Roman fortress of Isca. Isca was one of the principal military bases in Roman Britain, today there is a surprising amount of evidence of the areas Roman past. Newport is also famous for one of the most important movements in history today, the fight for the right to vote. Newport is renowned for its part in the Chartist Movement, who were largely responsible for democracy as we know it today. It was fighting for this right to vote in 1839 that many lost their lives in the uprising in Westgate Square.
Leisure
PubsListed below is a small sample selection of what is on offer. Ivy Bush Inn Angel Inn Friendly Fox Inn The Greyhound Alexandra Inn Harveys Friendship Inn The Godfrey Morgan
RestaurantsAmerican Fatty Arbuckles American Dinner Chinese New Moon Mandarin Rest New China Garden Indian Golden Tandorri Grand Tandorri Kohinoar tandorri Jewel Balti Cuisine King Balti House Italian Bella Mammas Chez Giovanni Fratelli UK Ben's Bistro Harvester
ShoppingNewport is excellent for shopping there is everything you would expect from a lively busting town. For your extra comfort and safety many of the shopping areas are pedestrian, allowing you to wonder at your own pace among the shops without the hassle of a car filled street to contend with. There is everything from bargains to boutiques. Wonder through the past at the Victorian Market, here you will find a range of goods from local produce to antiques, even if you are not wanting to buy anything it is worth a visit just to soak up the unique ambience. There is also the Kingsway Shopping Center, which is indoors for the essential all weather shopping.
TransportAir Newport's nearest airport Cardiff Wales which is only a short journey by car, the next largest, nearest airport, is Bristol. Car There is little problem accessing Newport by car, the A40, M4 and M5 all give good accessed to and from Newport. Once in Newport there are many car parks all over the city so there is little stress of finding places to park. Coach Newport Bus station is situated in the town center on the junction of Corn Street, Skinner Street and Kingsway. A local bus service run's from here around the town and surrounding area. Alternately if you are wishing to travel to Newport by coach, National Express Coach services have a wide U.K. service with many pick up points and destinations. Rail Newport Train Station is situated on Queensway in the center of town. There are services to Newport from all over the U.K. with good connections if there is no direct train.
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