Lawrence Hill

Settlement in Monmouthshire

Wales

Lawrence Hill

The 'Roman Road' golf course at Celtic Manor Credit: Roger Davies

Lawrence Hill is a small village located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated just a few miles west of the town of Monmouth, it is nestled in the beautiful countryside of the Wye Valley. The village is named after the prominent hill that overlooks it, providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

The population of Lawrence Hill is relatively small, with only a few hundred residents. It is a tight-knit community where neighbors often know each other and come together for various local events. The village has a charming rural character, with traditional stone cottages and well-maintained gardens adding to its aesthetic appeal.

Despite its size, Lawrence Hill offers a range of amenities to its residents. It has a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub that serves as a hub for social gatherings. The village is also well-connected to neighboring towns and cities, with regular bus services available.

Nature lovers will find Lawrence Hill to be a paradise, as it is surrounded by picturesque countryside. The nearby Wye Valley offers numerous walking and cycling trails, with the famous Offa's Dyke Path passing close by. The area is also renowned for its wildlife, making it a popular destination for birdwatching and nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Lawrence Hill is a peaceful and idyllic village that captures the essence of rural Wales. Its stunning natural surroundings, tight-knit community, and range of amenities make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle in the heart of the Welsh countryside.

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Lawrence Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.592586/-2.948044 or Grid Reference ST3488. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The 'Roman Road' golf course at Celtic Manor

Roger Davies

Archaeological excavations, Caerleon [1]

The Roman amphitheatre. The excavations in 2011 were in the field just behind the row of small trees on the left.

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Archaeological excavations, Caerleon [2]

The top of the field which was the location of the excavations in 2011.

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Archaeological excavations, Caerleon [3]

Some beautifully rendered walls, large quantities of oyster shells and pottery were found in this trench.

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Archaeological excavations, Caerleon [4]

This is the same trench as Link but viewed from the lower end.

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Archaeological excavations, Caerleon [5]

Excavating near to the newly discovered quayside.

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Archaeological excavations, Caerleon [6]

This shows the quayside of the newly discovered Roman port on the River Usk; the first to be located outside London. The river runs just beyond the hedge in the background.

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Archaeological excavations, Caerleon [7]

Taking a sighting from the quayside location to the top of the field.

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Archaeological excavations, Caerleon [8]

The trench with the mechanical digger is being excavated by archaeologists from the Time Team television program. The quayside trench Link is beside the tree on the left.

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Path to the remains of Roman Barracks, Caerleon

The path heads NW away from Broadway towards the ancient monument. Link

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Public toilets, Caerleon

Location on Broadway, near a rugby club and municipal golf course.

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Three Romans and One Celt sculpture, Caerleon

The sculpture is on a brick plinth at the edge of a rugby pitch near Broadway. It is the work of Gerard Ducret (France), an exhibit at the 2005 Caerleon Sculpture Symposium.

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Pavilion, Caerleon RFC

The pavilion is located at the SE edge of Caerleon Rugby Football Club's pitch located between Caerleon Comprehensive School and Broadway. On the left is the Three Romans and One Celt sculpture. Link

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Caerleon RFC clubhouse

The rear of Caerleon Rugby Football Club's clubhouse on Broadway viewed from the rugby pitch. The edge of the pavilion Link is on the left.

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Entrance to Ryder Cup Legacy Course, Caerleon

Part of the Caerleon Golf Course site, accessed from Broadway. Caerleon Golf Course was founded in 1974, one of the first municipal golf courses in Wales. The Ryder Cup Legacy Course was opened in the spring of 2009. It is a 9 hole course suitable for juniors, beginners and improvers of all ages.

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Caerleon Golf Driving Range building

Located near the Broadway entrance to Caerleon Golf Course, founded in 1974, one of the first municipal golf courses in Wales. Protected from the elements in the 40 metre long building, golfers can practice driving (playing golf shots with a club named a driver). The tall metal towers support netting to prevent bad shots from leaving the area.

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