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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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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
Usk Rural Life Museum

Type

Type:

Museum

Address

The Malt Barn, New Market Stree, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AU

Telephone
01291 673777

secretary@uskmuseum.org

Usk

An independent museum crammed with reminders of Monmouthshire’s rural heritage.
Craft Renaissance Workshops & Gallery

Type

Type:

Craft Centre

Address

Craft Renaissance Workshops & Gallery, The Parsonage, Kemeys Commander, Nr Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1JU

Telephone
01873 880879

info@craftrenaissance.co.uk

Kemeys Commander, Nr Usk

Established in 2001, Craft Renaissance is a collective of independent businesses based in a converted barn complex in the stunning Usk Valley.
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The New Court Inn

Type

Type:

Inn

Address

62, Maryport Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1AD

Telephone
01291 671319

info@thenewcourtinn.co.uk

Usk

After purchasing The New Court Inn in November 2012,the owners have lovingly restored the inn back to its former glory.
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.
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.
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.
Usk Castle

Type

Type:

Castle

Address

Monmouth Road, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1SD

Telephone
01291 672563

info@uskcastle.com

Usk

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.
Glen Yr Afon House Hotel

Type

Type:

Restaurant

Address

Glen Yr Afon House Hotel, Pontypool Road, Llanbadoc, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1SY

Telephone
01291 672302

enquiries@glen-yr-afon.co.uk

Llanbadoc, Usk

Usk has been keeping a secret, or rather the Glen-Yr-Afon Hotel, situated just a few minutes walk from the centre of Usk, has. The secret is the hotels restaurant, Clarkes.
Weddings at the Three Salmons Hotel

Type

Type:

Wedding Ceremony Venue

Address

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

Telephone
01291 672133

reception@threesalmons.co.uk

Usk

At the Three Salmons Hotel we are proud of our growing reputation as a quality wedding venue in South Wales, offering bespoke wedding celebrations and all-inclusive packages for an unforgettable day.
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.
Number 49 Usk

Type

Type:

Tea/Coffee Shop

Address

Number Forty Nine, 49 Bridge Street, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1BQ

Telephone
01291 671151

andrealsholl@gmail.com

Usk

Number 49 is a unique independent licensed Coffee House, Interiors and Dress Agency run by husband and wife Andrea and Martin Sholl and their daughter Katie.