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A Guide For Those Seeking New Homes in Newport Welcome to New Homes Newport, the website which aims to provide invaluable information for people searching for new homes in Newport. The town of Newport is located in the county of Gwent in Wales and is approximately 12 miles from the Welsh Capital, Cardiff. Set within the low lands of the vale of Usk, Newport has established itself along the banks of the River Usk and is sheltered by nearby gentle rolling hills of the welsh countryside. Newport gained city status back in 2002. Newport is the home to a growing population of 116,000 people, meaning there is a growing demand for new homes in Newport. Its not only a great place to live but a popular place to visit, especially with its retail and sport opportunities. New homes in Newport can offer easy access to the nearby capital, as well as in commuting distance to Bristol. Located on the M4 and A48, providing easy access to Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire and London. The city is also served by the first great western main train line to London Paddington, which offers regular services to the English capital every half an hour. One of the most interesting and visited Newport Property has to be the Riverfront Arts Centre. Designed by Lord Austin Smith and opened to the public in 2004, the Riverfront Arts centre is home to the city's main theatre with a capacity for an audience of 493, a small art gallery featuring the work of local artists from the area, as well as multi-functional bar and café. Another popular Newport Property is the Newport Wetlands Reserve Visitor Centre. Opened in 2008, The wildlife reserve is home to over 1080 acres of reclaimed wetlands and is an great day out for all the family. Newport is also home to many sport clubs, including the likes of Newport RFC, Newport Titans Rugby league team and Newport County Football Club. Newport is also the home to Celtic Manor Resort, golf centric and leisure resort, which is set to be the venue of the 2010 Ryder club. Education is another good reason to buy a new home in Newport. Newport has an abundance of local Primary, Secondary and Private Schools, which are ideal if you are searching for a new home in Newport that is suitable for all the family. CLOSE TO NEWPORT Magor – 9 miles Parc Seymour – 8 miles Pontypool – 10 miles Crosskeys – 10 miles Cardiff – 15 miles Bishton – 11 miles Ty Rhiw – 16 miles Mounton – 18 miles AREAS OR SUBURBS OF NEWPORT Barnard Town Dillgwently Maindee Christchurch Crindau Saint Julians Somerton Maesglas Duffryn |