Newport
Settlement in Shropshire
England
Newport
Newport is a historic market town located in Shropshire, England. Situated on the eastern edge of the county, Newport is approximately 16 miles east of Telford and about 22 miles northwest of the city of Wolverhampton. With a population of around 11,000 people, it is the largest town in the borough of Telford and Wrekin.
The town's history can be traced back to the 12th century when a castle was built by the Normans. Today, remnants of the castle can still be seen, including the impressive stone tower known as Newport Castle. The town's medieval origins are evident in its charming streets, lined with timber-framed buildings and historic architecture.
Newport boasts a vibrant town center, with a range of shops, cafes, restaurants, and traditional pubs. The town is known for its regular markets, which attract visitors from the surrounding areas. The Newport Market Hall, a Grade II listed building, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to browse and purchase a variety of goods.
Surrounded by picturesque countryside, Newport offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The nearby Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty provides stunning landscapes for walking, hiking, and exploring. The town is also well-connected, with good transport links to nearby cities and towns, making it an ideal base for both residents and tourists.
In terms of education, Newport is served by several primary schools and a secondary school, providing a well-rounded education for the local community.
Overall, Newport is a charming market town with a rich history, picturesque surroundings, and a friendly community, making it an appealing destination for both residents and visitors.
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Newport Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 52.768796/-2.378498 or Grid Reference SJ7419. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Wheatsheaf Public House 1GL Benchmark
This benchmark, cut into the Wheatsheaf Public House on Pave Lane, Telford, was used during the First Primary Levelling, England & Wales. It was included on the Llandysilio to Stafford line as "No. 84. Mark on East angle of the Wheat Sheaf Inn, Field Aston ; 1.07 ft. above surface. (p587)" at 292.343 feet above Liverpool datum.
United Reformed Church Benchmark
Ordnance Survey Benchmark cut into United Reformed Church on Wellington Road, Newport, Shropshire. It was last verified by the OS in 1961
Benchmark No.54 High Street, Newport
The Ordnance Survey Benchmark cut into the wall of No.54 High Street, Newport, Shropshire. It is eroded and slightly obscured by masonry paint. It was last verified by the OS in 1961
Salters Court School Benchmark
The school is on Salter's Lane, Newport, Shropshire. The Benchmark is accessible from the roadside pavement. The Benchmark was last verified by the OS in 1961
Town Bridge, Newport
At this point the former Shrewsbury and Newport Canal has been reduced to a narrow ornamental channel.
Nowhere to go
Narrowboat in former Newport Canal Basin, on an isolated section of the former Shrewsbury and Newport Canal.
The Last Inn Benchmark
The Ordnance Survey Datum Line Benchmark cut into the Last Inn public house on the Wellington Road, Church Aston, Telford. Only the Datum Line is still present, there is no indication of the usual broad arrow. The Benchmark was cot in 1925.
Newport Road, Edgmond
Newport Road at a bend heading out of Edgmond towards Newport.
Willow tree and houses across the Shrewsbury & Newport Canal
The tree is assumed to be a 'weeping willow', Salix babylonica, or at least some variant or hybrid of it.
The canal was abandoned by stages through the 20th. century but the section through Newport has been restored to an extent as it passes through the town.
Disused lock along Shrewsbury & Newport Canal
The Shrewsbury & Newport Canal has been partly restored as it passes through Newport but more as a feature in a linear park than as an navigable canal. This is Ticket-house Lock which is clearly not functional.
Shrewsbury & Newport Canal heading north-east
The Shrewsbury & Newport Canal has been partly restored as it passes through Newport but more as a feature in a linear park than as a navigable canal. Here the canal is seen to the north of the main part of the town, heading towards Meretown.
Newport is located at Grid Ref: SJ7419 (Lat: 52.768796, Lng: -2.378498)
Unitary Authority: Telford and Wrekin
Police Authority: West Mercia
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 52.768796,-2.378498Newport
Is In: Telford & Wrekin
Place: town
Wikidata: Q1027134
Wikipedia: en:Newport, Shropshire
Lat/Long: 52.7688594/-2.3783676
Pub
The Barley Mow
Addr City: Newport
Addr Housenumber: 62
Addr Postcode: TF10 7AQ
Addr Street: High Street
Fhrs Id: 249527
Lat/Long: 52.7687135/-2.3779815
Pub
The Swan
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: TF10 7BE
Addr Street: Lower Bar
Fhrs Id: 491349
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7709406/-2.3814819
Mini Roundabout
Direction: clockwise
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.7708706/-2.3816255
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: dots
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 52.7690027/-2.3787142
Fuel
Shell
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: TF10 7JA
Brand: Shell
Brand Wikidata: Q110716465
Operator: Motor Fuel Group
Operator Website: https://www.motorfuelgroup.com/locations/lower-bar-fs453/
Operator Wikidata: Q107271358
Phone: +44 1952 815900
Ref Navads: NVDS353_10019157
Lat/Long: 52.7709949/-2.3820158
Pub
The Shakespeare
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 66
Addr Postcode: TF10 7AW
Addr Street: Upper Bar
Fhrs Id: 1212339
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7664602/-2.3770973
Pub
The Railway Tavern
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 62
Addr Postcode: TF10 7EJ
Addr Street: Upper Bar
Fhrs Id: 1293601
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7661682/-2.3768813
Pub
New Inn
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 2
Addr Postcode: TF10 7LX
Addr Street: Stafford Road
Fhrs Id: 773905
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
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Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
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Pub
The Pheasant
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 68
Addr Postcode: TF10 7AW
Addr Street: Upper Bar
Fhrs Id: 1080926
Operator: Stonegate
Operator Wikidata: Q7619176
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7668424/-2.3772862
Fire Station
Newport Fire Station
Operator: Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service
Operator Wikidata: Q7504252
Lat/Long: 52.7702851/-2.3829928
Dentist
Newport Dental Practice
Healthcare: dentist
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.7688149/-2.3778539
Post Box
Fixme: Check ref: nodes 528511601 and 990303246 both have the same value
Ref: TF10 213
Lat/Long: 52.7704335/-2.3740299
Bar
Bod
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 19
Addr Postcode: TF10 7NE
Addr Street: High Street
Fhrs Id: 1176273
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7678142/-2.3780698
Closed:bank
Barclays
Brand: Barclays
Brand Wikidata: Q245343
Brand Wikipedia: en:Barclays
Operator: Barclays Bank PLC
Lat/Long: 52.7688339/-2.3787953
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: dots
Crossing Ref: pelican
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 52.7669331/-2.3774522
Post Box
Fixme: Check ref: nodes 528511601 and 990303246 both have the same value
Ref: TF10 213
Lat/Long: 52.76899/-2.3786921
Butter Cross
Pub
The Honeysuckle Inn
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: TF10 7BN
Addr Street: Beaumaris Road
Fhrs Id: 1014212
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7684573/-2.3823875
Fast Food
Jones' Fish and Chips
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 43A
Addr Postcode: TF10 7DL
Addr Street: Audley Road
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Drive Through: no
Fhrs Id: 249732
Outdoor Seating: no
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Source Location: bing
Takeaway: only
Lat/Long: 52.769759/-2.3758826
Post Office
Newport Post Office
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: TF10 7AN
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/5646413/newport
Operator: News Express
Ref Pol Id: 130533
Lat/Long: 52.7675069/-2.3774816
Restaurant
Beijing Palace
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 20
Addr Postcode: TF10 7AN
Addr Street: High Street
Cuisine: chinese
Fhrs Id: 530047
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7676015/-2.3775141
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 52.7692597/-2.3762689
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
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Crossing
Button Operated: yes
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Crossing Island: no
Crossing Markings: dots
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 52.7700163/-2.380239
Costcutter
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 5
Addr Postcode: TF10 7PD
Addr Street: Salters Lane
Brand: Costcutter
Brand Wikidata: Q5175072
Brand Wikipedia: en:Costcutter
Contact Website: https://store-locator.costcutter.co.uk/costcutter-6c2f3b70b561
Fhrs Id: 1275847
Shop: convenience
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7690444/-2.3840135
Fast Food
Newport Kebab House
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 39
Addr Postcode: TF10 7AT
Addr Street: High Street
Cuisine: kebab
Fhrs Id: 249434
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7683646/-2.3782125
Fast Food
Star Pizza & Kebab
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 8
Addr Postcode: TF10 7LT
Addr Street: Stafford Street
Cuisine: pizza;kebab
Fhrs Id: 511265
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7691209/-2.3771344
Osprey Stores
Addr City: Newport
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: TF10 7QN
Addr Street: Gravelly Drive
Fhrs Id: 1267491
Shop: convenience
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 52.7670787/-2.3837311
Fast Food
Atlantic Fish Bar
Addr Street: Gravelly Drive
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Lat/Long: 52.7670559/-2.3838143
A-head
Addr Street: Gravelly Drive
Shop: hairdresser
Lat/Long: 52.7670219/-2.3839108
Handie Laundrette
Addr Street: Gravelly Drive
Shop: laundry
Lat/Long: 52.7669878/-2.3840181
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
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Pharmacy
Boots
Bank
HSBC UK
Restaurant
Guner'o
Cuisine: italian
Takeaway: yes
Lat/Long: 52.7690269/-2.3781386
B&M
Place Of Worship
Newport Baptist Church
Denomination: baptist
Religion: christian
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Crossing
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