Bassaleg

Settlement in Monmouthshire

Wales

Bassaleg

Northern edge of St Woolos Cemetery, Newport A small part of a large municipal cemetery. Most burials in Newport were originally in the churchyard of St Woolos cathedral, but by the middle of the 19th century this was totally inadequate for a town with a rapidly-growing population. 15 acres of land to the west of the cathedral, between Risca Road and Bassaleg Road, were obtained from the Tredegar Estate for the new St Woolos Cemetery, which opened in 1854.

It is the UK&#039;s oldest municipal cemetery. Its current dimensions are about 600 metres by 400 metres, roughly 60 acres. — Northern edge of St Woolos Cemetery, Newport Credit: Jaggery

Bassaleg is a small village located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated just three miles north of Newport, it is a peaceful and picturesque area surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside. The village is nestled in the Usk Valley, with the River Ebbw flowing nearby.

Historically, Bassaleg has strong ties to the coal mining industry, which played a significant role in shaping the village's development. In the early 19th century, Bassaleg Colliery was established, attracting workers and their families to the area. Today, reminders of this industrial past can still be seen in the form of old mine buildings and the Miners' Welfare Hall.

Despite its close proximity to Newport, Bassaleg has managed to retain its rural charm. The village is home to a tight-knit community, with a population of around 5,000 residents. It offers a range of amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, a community center, and a number of local shops and pubs.

Bassaleg is also known for its beautiful natural surroundings, making it popular among outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Wentwood Forest provides ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and enjoying nature. Additionally, the village benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to the M4 motorway and regular bus services to Newport and other nearby towns.

Overall, Bassaleg offers a tranquil and close-knit community lifestyle, combined with stunning natural landscapes, making it an attractive place to live or visit for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Northern edge of St Woolos Cemetery, Newport

A small part of a large municipal cemetery. Most burials in Newport were originally in the churchyard of St Woolos cathedral, but by the middle of the 19th century this was totally inadequate for a town with a rapidly-growing population. 15 acres of land to the west of the cathedral, between Risca Road and Bassaleg Road, were obtained from the Tredegar Estate for the new St Woolos Cemetery, which opened in 1854. It is the UK's oldest municipal cemetery. Its current dimensions are about 600 metres by 400 metres, roughly 60 acres.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the wall north side of Cardiff Road. It marks a point 11.440m above mean sea level.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the west face of St David's RC School. It marks a point 17.780m above mean sea level.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the wall of No3 Wells Close. It marks a point 27.760m above mean sea level.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the west angle of the Gaer Park Club. It marks a point 69.614m above mean sea level.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on No10 Highfield Road. It marks a point 65.432m above mean sea level.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the cemetery wall on Bassaleg Road. It marks a point 64.470m above mean sea level.

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on No83 Bassaleg Road. It marks a point 73.460m above mean sea level.

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Ordnance Survey Rivet

This OS rivet can be found on the Motorway Bridge. It marks a point 64.115m above mean sea level.

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Social distancing notice, Tredegar House

Wales is at COVID-19 Alert Level 0. Here is a reminder from the National Trust to main social distancing in indoor areas.

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Tredegar House, Newport

View up towards the main house, across huge courtyard/stable yard

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Works site, Gaer Fort, Newport

For the construction for an Active Travel route around the south-western boundary of Gaer Fort. The existing footpath is being turned into a cycle route. Active travel is about getting from A to B by walking or cycling. Viewed from Wells Close where there was a kissing gate entrance to Gaer Fort.

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Works site on the Gaer Fort, Newport

Site for the construction of an Active Travel route around the south-western boundary of Gaer Fort. The existing footpath is being turned into a cycle route. Active travel is about getting from A to B by walking or cycling. This is the area where the works are situated Link .

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Looking westwards from the Gaer Fort, Newport.

Also known as Tredegar Fort and locally as The Gollars. This is a large Iron Age fort on the western side of the city of Newport and is a noticeable feature which is clearly visible when approaching Newport from Cardiff on the M4 Motorway. It is bounded on the west and the south by the River Ebbw and a railway line. On the eastern side, 1930s housing encroaches almost to the summit and it is also bordered by a 1950s housing estate. With a summit at 91 metres and much of the adjacent land at about sea level, there are extensive views of the surrounding area and across the Severn Estuary towards England. A local historian has written “Around the fairly flat top there is room for a sizeable encampment to be laid out, with an impregnable line of ditches and embankments encircling the slopes. A panoramic view in all directions allowed ample warning of danger and there was easy access to thick forests teeming with game and to the crystal clear, salmon-rich waters of the River Ebbw that flowed round the south western base.” (The History of the Borough of Newport. Haydn Davis)

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View towards the north-west, Gaer Fort, Newport.

Looking over houses at Pye Corner.

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On the eastern edge of Gaer Fort, Newport

Towards the edge of Gaer Estate.

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Tredegar House Country Park, Newport

The gateway into the parkland.

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Fourteen Locks Visitor Centre, Newport

Looking over the canal pound from the small shop in the visitor centre.

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Bassaleg is located at Grid Ref: ST2786 (Lat: 51.576084, Lng: -3.044605)

Unitary Authority: Newport

Police Authority: Gwent

Also known as: Basaleg

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