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Culture

Cultural vision

Newport is the gateway to south Wales, with ours and neighbouring communities diverse and rich in culture, tradition and language.

History

Newport’s location at the mouth of the River Usk has attracted visitors since the first Celtic settlers 2,000 years ago.

See and do

Visit Roman Caerleon and the glorious Tredegar House, walk or cycle in Newport's beautiful countryside, or visit the nearby Wye Valley, Vale of Usk, Brecon Beacons National Park and Forest of Dean.