Whitson

Settlement in Monmouthshire

Wales

Whitson

Signposts at junction of byway and Goldcliff Road The sign on the left says, &#039;Redwick 5km&#039;; the right hand post has a bridle path sign. The Wales Coast Path comes along the road and turns right on to the byway. — Signposts at junction of byway and Goldcliff Road Credit: M J Roscoe

Whitson is a small village located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated on the banks of the River Usk, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil and scenic setting. The village is approximately 4 miles south of the town of Chepstow and has a population of around 500 residents.

Whitson is known for its rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The area was later inhabited by the Romans, who established a fort nearby. Today, remnants of these ancient civilizations can still be seen in the form of archaeological sites and ruins.

The village itself is characterized by a charming mix of traditional Welsh architecture, with stone houses and cottages lining the narrow streets. The local community is tight-knit, and the village has a strong sense of community spirit. Residents can enjoy a range of amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub.

Nature lovers will appreciate the natural beauty surrounding Whitson. The village is nestled in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside, offering ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby River Usk is particularly popular for fishing enthusiasts.

Overall, Whitson is a delightful village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle. Its rich history, beautiful surroundings, and close-knit community make it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a slice of rural Welsh life.

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Signposts at junction of byway and Goldcliff Road The sign on the left says, &#039;Redwick 5km&#039;; the right hand post has a bridle path sign. The Wales Coast Path comes along the road and turns right on to the byway.

Signposts at junction of byway and Goldcliff Road

The sign on the left says, 'Redwick 5km'; the right hand post has a bridle path sign. The Wales Coast Path comes along the road and turns right on to the byway.

Monks' Ditch above sluice, Level Common Viewed from Wales Coast Path.

Monks' Ditch above sluice, Level Common

Viewed from Wales Coast Path.

Gates on track, Newport Wetlands NNR The Wales Coast Path goes through the wooden gate into the field of mown grass.

Gates on track, Newport Wetlands NNR

The Wales Coast Path goes through the wooden gate into the field of mown grass.

Greenshank Hide, Newport Wetlands NNR Hide on embankment overlooking Monks Lagoon, Goldcliff. For an earlier similar view without the bushes - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3516019">ST3682 : Bird hide, Goldcliff Lagoons</a>.

Greenshank Hide, Newport Wetlands NNR

Hide on embankment overlooking Monks Lagoon, Goldcliff. For an earlier similar view without the bushes - ST3682 : Bird hide, Goldcliff Lagoons.

Monks Lagoon, Goldcliff, Newport Wetlands NNR Northernmost part of saltwater lagoon viewed from hide <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6947089">ST3682 : Greenshank Hide, Newport Wetlands NNR</a>.

Monks Lagoon, Goldcliff, Newport Wetlands NNR

Northernmost part of saltwater lagoon viewed from hide ST3682 : Greenshank Hide, Newport Wetlands NNR.

Mireland Pill Reen, Goldcliff Drain above sluice; on the skyline is a hide on an embankment

Mireland Pill Reen, Goldcliff

Drain above sluice; on the skyline is a hide on an embankment

Canada geese on Monks Lagoon, Goldcliff Part of island in saltwater lagoon viewed from hide <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6949254">ST3782 : Curlew Hide, Goldcliff Lagoons</a>.

Canada geese on Monks Lagoon, Goldcliff

Part of island in saltwater lagoon viewed from hide ST3782 : Curlew Hide, Goldcliff Lagoons.

Curlew Hide, Goldcliff Lagoons A wooden ramp leads to the hide on an embankment.

Curlew Hide, Goldcliff Lagoons

A wooden ramp leads to the hide on an embankment.

Track over drain in to field The Wales Coast Path goes through the gateway and turns right on a track in to the mown field. The line of trees is by Seawall Road.

Track over drain in to field

The Wales Coast Path goes through the gateway and turns right on a track in to the mown field. The line of trees is by Seawall Road.

Grass track by reen The track carries the Wales Coast Path.

Grass track by reen

The track carries the Wales Coast Path.

Track through gateway in to mown field The Wales Coast Path follows the track alongside the edge of the field to Seawall Road. The line of trees are on the roadside.

Track through gateway in to mown field

The Wales Coast Path follows the track alongside the edge of the field to Seawall Road. The line of trees are on the roadside.

Reen by grass track to Seawall Road The Wales Coast Path is on the track. The buildings are on the far side of the road.

Reen by grass track to Seawall Road

The Wales Coast Path is on the track. The buildings are on the far side of the road.

Gates from field to Seawall Road The Wales Coast path goes through the kissing gate and turns right on to the road. The distant sea wall goes across the picture.

Gates from field to Seawall Road

The Wales Coast path goes through the kissing gate and turns right on to the road. The distant sea wall goes across the picture.

Kissing gate on sea wall The Wales Coast Path comes up steps from the end of Seawall Road and turns right on to the sea wall.

Kissing gate on sea wall

The Wales Coast Path comes up steps from the end of Seawall Road and turns right on to the sea wall.

Hill Fishery and sea wall House and grounds at Goldcliff Point at low water.

Hill Fishery and sea wall

House and grounds at Goldcliff Point at low water.

Remains of putcher ranks on foreshore Row of wooden stakes used to support putchers for trapping salmon.

Remains of putcher ranks on foreshore

Row of wooden stakes used to support putchers for trapping salmon.

Archaeologists working on foreshore, Gold Cliff Archaeologists at extreme low water investigating the remains of a Mesolithic forest. The sparse remains of a putcher rank are at the left.

Archaeologists working on foreshore, Gold Cliff

Archaeologists at extreme low water investigating the remains of a Mesolithic forest. The sparse remains of a putcher rank are at the left.

Lawn at Gold Cliff Point Flagpole and dragon on the edge of the cliff in grounds of house <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6950338">ST3781 : Hill Fishery and sea wall</a>.

Lawn at Gold Cliff Point

Flagpole and dragon on the edge of the cliff in grounds of house ST3781 : Hill Fishery and sea wall.

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Whitson is located at Grid Ref: ST3783 (Lat: 51.548347, Lng: -2.897584)

Unitary Authority: Newport

Police Authority: Gwent

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