Newport

Newport Castle on the River Usk

The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Newport

Newport Overview Newport – Casnewydd is a city located along the coast on the southeast edge of Wales also gives its name to the wider county. At its heart are the remains of Newport Castle and a Brunel railway bridge over the River Usk. The city has a core of shops and a market all […]

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The Heritage Hiker’s Guide to Lower Machen

History of Lower Machen Lower Machen (Machen Isaf) is a small hamlet between Newport and Caerphilly, in the county of Gwent.  A place often overlooked by those driving along the A468 to and from their destination. This small hamlet is a designated conservation area (1976). The heritage listings are mostly linked to the bigger story

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