Bishton

Community in Monmouthshire

Wales

Bishton

Road beside Wilcrick Moor Reen, near Wilcrick, Newport
Road beside Wilcrick Moor Reen, near Wilcrick, Newport Credit: Ruth Sharville

Bishton is a small rural community located in Monmouthshire, Wales. It is situated along the banks of the River Usk, approximately 8 miles northeast of the town of Newport. The community is primarily made up of farmland and residential areas, offering a peaceful and picturesque countryside setting.

The village itself is small, with a population of around 200 people. It features a handful of traditional stone houses, a small church, and a local pub. The community is known for its close-knit and friendly atmosphere, where residents often gather for social events and community activities.

The surrounding countryside of Bishton is rich in natural beauty. The area is characterized by rolling hills, scenic farmland, and the meandering River Usk. This makes it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for walking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby Usk Valley Path provides a picturesque trail for hikers, showcasing the area's stunning landscapes.

Despite its rural location, Bishton benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. Newport, with its range of amenities and transport links, is easily accessible, providing convenient access to shopping, healthcare, and employment opportunities.

Overall, Bishton offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle. With its strong sense of community and beautiful natural surroundings, it is a place that many residents are proud to call home.

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Bishton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.586567/-2.876758 or Grid Reference ST3987. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road beside Wilcrick Moor Reen, near Wilcrick, Newport
Road beside Wilcrick Moor Reen, near Wilcrick, Newport
St Mary, Wilcrick Church in Wales church in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Diocese of Monmouth.
St Mary, Wilcrick
Church in Wales church in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Diocese of Monmouth.
Wilcrick churchyard headstones In St Mary's churchyard in Wilcrick in the Netherwent 
Ministry Area in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth.
Wilcrick churchyard headstones
In St Mary's churchyard in Wilcrick in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth.
South side of St Mary's Church, Wilcrick Church in Wales church in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Diocese of Monmouth.
South side of St Mary's Church, Wilcrick
Church in Wales church in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Diocese of Monmouth.
East side of St Mary's Church, Wilcrick Church in Wales church in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Diocese of Monmouth.
East side of St Mary's Church, Wilcrick
Church in Wales church in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Diocese of Monmouth.
Yew in the churchyard, Wilcrick Evergreen tree in St Mary's churchyard Wilcrick in January 2023.
The European Yew (Taxus baccata) is an evergreen tree often found 
in churchyards in the UK, Ireland, France and northern parts of Spain.
Yew in the churchyard, Wilcrick
Evergreen tree in St Mary's churchyard Wilcrick in January 2023. The European Yew (Taxus baccata) is an evergreen tree often found in churchyards in the UK, Ireland, France and northern parts of Spain.
North side of St Mary's Church, Wilcrick Church in Wales church in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Diocese of Monmouth.
North side of St Mary's Church, Wilcrick
Church in Wales church in the Netherwent Ministry Area in the Diocese of Monmouth.
Queen Elizabeth II postbox, Wilcrick Located near the entrance to Church Farm.
Queen Elizabeth II postbox, Wilcrick
Located near the entrance to Church Farm.
Church Farm entrance gates, Wilcrick In January 2023 notices on the left show "Farm Watch" 
"VISITORS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY" and "Beware of the dog". 
The notice on the right shows 
"CHURCH FARM Supplier of top quality Farm Assured Milk". 
A board showing "Sahara HOLSTEINS" is in the background.
Church Farm entrance gates, Wilcrick
In January 2023 notices on the left show "Farm Watch" "VISITORS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY" and "Beware of the dog". The notice on the right shows "CHURCH FARM Supplier of top quality Farm Assured Milk". A board showing "Sahara HOLSTEINS" is in the background.
West along a lane, Wilcrick Ahead for Bishton. Formerly in Monmouthshire, the small 
village of Wilcrick is now part of the City of Newport.
West along a lane, Wilcrick
Ahead for Bishton. Formerly in Monmouthshire, the small village of Wilcrick is now part of the City of Newport.
Muddy approach to a field gate, Wilcrick On January 8th 2023.
Muddy approach to a field gate, Wilcrick
On January 8th 2023.
Underwood entrance gates, Wilcrick The notice on a gate shows 
PLEASE CLOSE GATE AS DOGS MAY BE RUNNING LOOSE
Underwood entrance gates, Wilcrick
The notice on a gate shows PLEASE CLOSE GATE AS DOGS MAY BE RUNNING LOOSE
Covered water trough, Wilcrick Under a stone arch.
Covered water trough, Wilcrick
Under a stone arch.
Housing opposite Church Farm, Wilcrick Viewed from the lane from Wilcrick towards Bishton.
Housing opposite Church Farm, Wilcrick
Viewed from the lane from Wilcrick towards Bishton.
Sheep in field beneath Wilcrick Hill
Sheep in field beneath Wilcrick Hill
View along Wilcrick Moor Reen near Bishton
View along Wilcrick Moor Reen near Bishton
Looking North from the B4245 A lorry can be seen at the left edge of the picture, travelling East on the M4, the motorway itself hidden in a shallow cutting.
Looking North from the B4245
A lorry can be seen at the left edge of the picture, travelling East on the M4, the motorway itself hidden in a shallow cutting.
Wilcrick Wishing Well. The well can be found on the village green at Wilcrick, which is just off the B4245.
Wilcrick Wishing Well.
The well can be found on the village green at Wilcrick, which is just off the B4245.
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Bishton is located at Grid Ref: ST3987 (Lat: 51.586567, Lng: -2.876758)

Unitary Authority: Newport

Police Authority: Gwent

Also known as: Trefesgob

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.586567,-2.876758
Bishton
Alt Name: Bishopston
Alt Name Cy: Trefesgob
Is In City: Newport
Is In Historic County: Monmouthshire
Name Cy: Llangadwaladr Trefesgob
Place: village
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 51.584364/-2.8787872
Direction: 195
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.5854386/-2.8771164
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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