One Day Adventure in South Wales: Newport to the Gwent Countryside

Day 1: Countryside Discovery

Newport, Wales

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Coffee Deli

Start your adventure with a hearty breakfast at The Coffee Deli, where you can enjoy a traditional Welsh breakfast featuring local produce.
Head east on High Street, take a right on Commercial Street, and the café will be on your left.
GBP12, 1 hour

9:15AM

Visit Tredegar House

Explore the stunning Tredegar House, a magnificent 17th-century mansion surrounded by beautiful gardens that is perfect for a morning stroll.
Drive 10 minutes via the A4042 to reach Tredegar House.
GBP7, 2 hours

11:30AM

Drive to Usk

Enjoy a scenic drive to Usk, a picturesque town renowned for its charming streets and beautiful river views.
Continue northwest on the A472 for about 20 minutes to reach Usk.
GBP0, 30 minutes

12:00PM

Lunch at The Usk Inn

Savour a delightful pub lunch at The Usk Inn, renowned for its locally sourced dishes and warm atmosphere.
The Usk Inn is centrally located in Usk, easy to walk to after arrival.
GBP15, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Usk Castle

Visit the historic Usk Castle, where you can walk around the ruins and enjoy panoramic views of the river and surrounding countryside.
The castle is just a short walk from the inn, approximately 5 minutes away.
GBP5, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Drive to Chepstow

Head towards Chepstow, a historic market town known for its impressive castle and stunning scenery along the Wye Valley.
Take the A472 towards Chepstow, estimating about 25 minutes of beautiful vistas.
GBP0, 30 minutes

3:30PM

Visit Chepstow Castle

Explore Chepstow Castle, one of the oldest surviving stone castles in Britain, with spectacular views of the River Wye.
The castle is easy to locate in the town centre, just off Bridge Street.
GBP7, 2 hours

5:30PM

Stroll along the River Wye

Take a scenic riverside walk along the River Wye, enjoying the picturesque landscape and the tranquillity of the area.
The riverside path starts right outside the castle grounds.
GBP0, 1 hour

6:30PM

Dinner at The Old Wye Bridge

Conclude your adventure with dinner at The Old Wye Bridge, where you can savour a delicious meal made from local ingredients while overlooking the river.
The pub is located at the end of your walk along the river, making it a perfect stop.
GBP20, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Return to Newport

After a day filled with adventure, head back to Newport to reflect on your fantastic day in the South Wales countryside.
Drive back via the A48, which takes about 30 minutes to return to Newport.
GBP0, 30 minutes
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