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Usk

Usk has many strings to its bow. For a start, it sits on one of the finest salmon fishing rivers in the country, the River Usk. Then there's its 11th century castle, the backdrop for an enchanting, romantic garden.

But its main claim to fame is as the 'Town of Flowers'. Usk has been a regular winner of Wales in Bloom, (37 years in a row) and in 2017 Usk was named joint winner of the large village category in the Royal Horticultural Society’s Britain in Bloom awards, alongside Market Bosworth in the East Midlands. Then in 2018 it improved on this by winning the ‘International Challenge Award (Small Category)' at the Communities in Bloom Ceremony in Canada.

To show off its beautiful gardens, Usk hosts a colourful Open Gardens weekend every June. You can also enjoy their county show every September, their Rural Life Museum (with its charming cafe), and a Town Trail which includes 28 sites of historic interest, each with a Blue Plaque, all in this small picturesque town.

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Usk Castle

Usk Castle nestles on a promontory overlooking the lovely town of Usk, hidden from sight most of the time, but just waiting for you to explore the ruins.
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Usk Valley Walk
Llandegfedd Lake & Watersport Centre

The new Visitor Centre at Llandegfedd Reservoir spans beautiful, rolling landscaped countryside. Its stylish restaurant has panoramic views of the reservoir and watersports activities and is open 7 days a week.
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Usk Rural Life Museum

An independent museum crammed with reminders of Monmouthshire’s rural heritage.
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The Wallace Steakhouse with Rooms

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Address

The Wallace Steakhouse with Rooms, 53 Bridge Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1BQ

Telephone
01291 347 348

enquiry@alfredrusselwallace.co.uk

Usk

The Wallace Steakhouse with Rooms is in the heart of Usk, Monmouthshire offering modern British food and cocktails.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel

Type

Type:

Hotel

Address

Pontypool Road, Llanbadoc, Monmouthshire, NP15 1SY

Telephone
01291 672302

enquiries@glen-yr-afon.co.uk

Llanbadoc

On the edge of this delightful old market town, Glen Yr Afon, a unique Victorian villa, offers all the facilities expected of a modern hotel combined with the warm atmosphere of a family home.
Priory Wood SSSI

Type

Type:

Nature Reserve

Address

Bettws Newydd, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1JZ

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Usk

This stunning ancient woodland offers peace and tranquillity and a wealth of wildlife.
Cefn Tilla Court

Type

Type:

Self-catering

Address

Llandenny, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1DG

Telephone
01291 672595

rob@cefntilla.com

Usk

Stay on the grounds of a beautiful 17th century country house in the heart of Monmouthshire. Five beautifully converted self catered properties are available offering a modern space among extensive history.
Woodlake Park Golf & Country Club

Type

Type:

Golf - 18 hole

Address

Woodlake Park Golf & Country Club, Glascoed, Nr Usk, Monmouthshire, NP4 0TE

Telephone
01291 673933

golf@woodlake.co.uk

Nr Usk

Set in 140 acres in one of the most beautiful areas of Gwent, Woodlake Park overlooks the spectacular Llandegfedd reservoir, the Brecon Beacons, Black Mountains and the Vale of Usk.
April House Garden

Type

Type:

Garden

Address

April House, Coed y paen, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1PT

charlotte.fleming00@gmail.com

Usk

April House garden has been developed over 5 years and offers fantastic views over Wentwood Forest and the Vale of Usk.
Tourism For All

Dining at the Cwrt Bleddyn

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Address

Llangybi, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1PG

Telephone
01633 450521

enquiries@cwrtbleddyn.co.uk

Usk

Great food and afternoon tea at the Cwrt Bleddyn
Tourism For All

Greyhound Inn & Hotel

Type

Type:

Hotel

Address

Greyhound Inn & Hotel, Llantrisant, Nr. Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1LE

Telephone
01291 672505

enquiry@greyhound-inn.com

Nr. Usk

The Greyhound is a traditional country inn, situated within the beautiful Vale of Usk, offering the highest quality of home-cooked food, real ales, fine wines, and comfortable accommodation. Dog friendly.
South Wales Gliding Club

Type

Type:

Gliding

Address

The Airfield, Gwernesney, Nr Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1HF

Telephone
01291 690536

g.r.williams@lineone.net

Nr Usk

A members club enjoying some of the best conditions and scenery in the country. We always welcome new members or people looking for a trial lesson for that special occasion.
28 Llangybi Circular

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Llangybi Church, Usk Road, Llangybi, Monmouthshire, NP15 1NP

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Usk Road, Llangybi

A 6 mile walk from the village of Llangybi south of Usk.
Usk Playpark

Type

Type:

Children's Playground

Address

Usk Playpark, adjacent to Memorial Hall, Maryport Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AD

Maryport Street, Usk

Play park in Usk.
Tourism For All

Cefn Ila Woodland

Type

Type:

Forest or Woodland

Address

Cefn Ila, Llanbadoc, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1PR

Telephone
0330 333 3300

enquiries@woodlandtrust.org.uk

Usk

A wood set in the rolling Welsh countryside and surrounded by a wider landscape of small woodlands and farmed pasture, it is within walking distance of the historic town of Usk.
The New Court Inn

Type

Type:

Restaurant - Pub

Address

62 Maryport Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AD

Telephone
01291 671319

info@thenewcourtinn.co.uk

Usk

Welcome to The New Court Inn, a pub, restaurant and hotel at the heart of picturesque Usk. We have lovingly restored this inn back to its former glory.
Stay at The Wallace Steakhouse with Rooms

Type

Type:

Restaurant with Rooms

Address

53 Bridge Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1BQ

Telephone
01291 347 348

enquiry@alfredrusselwallace.co.uk

Usk

The Alfred Russel Wallace Restaurant with Rooms had 5 en-suite rooms in the heart of Usk
Newbridge on Usk

Type

Type:

Restaurant with Rooms

Address

Newbridge on Usk, Tredunnock, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1LY

Telephone
01633 413000

bookings@celtic-manor.com

Usk

An award-winning five star, two AA Rosette Restaurant and is located in Tredunnock near Usk a few miles from Abergavenny.
11 Usk Lady Hill

Type

Type:

Walking Route

Address

Twyn Square, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1BH

Telephone
01633 644850

countryside@monmouthshire.gov.uk

Usk

A 3.1 mile walk on good tracks from Usk.
Springdale Farm Nature Reserve

Type

Type:

Nature Reserve

Address

Llanllowell Lane, Coed-Cwner, Llangwm, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1NF

Telephone
01600 740600

info@gwentwildlife.org

Llangwm, Usk

Springdale Farm is a working farm and nature reserve whose tenants use traditional wildlife-friendly farming practices
St Michael and All Angels', Gwernesney

Type

Type:

Church

Address

St Michael and All Angels', Chepstow Road, Gwernesney, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1HE

Telephone
+44 (0)204 520 4458

office@friendsoffriendlesschurches.org.uk

Gwernesney, Usk

This diminutive Grade I listed church dates from the 13th century, and is said to house the oldest bells in Monmouthshire.
Three Salmons Hotel Restaurant

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Address

Three Salmons Hotel, Bridge Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1RY

Telephone
01291 672133

reception@threesalmons.co.uk

Usk

Indulge in exquisite culinary experiences at The Three Salmons, where each dish is meticulously crafted to tantalize your taste buds.
Yaffle Barn & The Snug, New Court Farm

Type

Type:

Self-catering

Address

Llanllowell Lane, Llanllowell, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1NH

Telephone
01291 673462

newcourtfarm@btinternet.com

Usk

SC in Llanllowell