Caerleon
Caerleon
Welcome to our page of information, attractions and places of interest around Caerleon. The Caerleon hotels listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough guide as to how far they are from Caerleon. From Caerleon you can explore the diverse and dramatic landscapes of the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Wales is a nation of rugged soaring mountain ranges, beautiful beaches, lush green valleys, old-fashioned market towns and villages, and cosmopolitan lively cities. We hope you enjoy your stay and find your ideal accommodation from our list of hotels in Caerleon and the surrounding area. Caerleon is a small Welsh town beside the River Usk. Its name is Welsh for "City" or "Fort of the Legion." Caerleon was one of only three permanent fortresses in Roman Britain. The Roman Legionary Museum in Caerleon lies inside what remains of the fortress, which includes the most complete amphitheatre in Britain and the only remains of a Roman Legionary barracks on view anywhere in Europe. Also see Caerleon.

Visitor attractions and information - Caerleon

	National Roman Legion Museum, High Street, Caerleon, Newport, NP18 1AE. Tel: 01633 423 134. Almost 2,000 years ago, the Roman Empire dominated the civilised world. A fortress was founded at Caerleon that would guard this part of Wales, for over 200 years. The Museum displays a remarkable collection of finds Roman times. Location: In the centre of Caerleon.
	Newport Castle. Newport Castle, standing on the banks of the River Usk, was built in the early 14th, and all that remain are substantial ruins in the centre of Newport. The site is owned by Cadw and is freely accessible in daylight hours. Nearby car parks. About 2 miles south of Caerleon.
	Streets, The Old Chapel, Alexandra Rd, Pill, Newport. Tel: 01633 244893. Streets is a resource for education and learning, situated in the dockland area of Newport. The Way in which we used to live. Local History. The War Years; (The Home Front, The Coming of War, The Wartime House, The Wartime Family, Air Raids, Evacuation, Empathy). The Victorians. Cafe Bar & Restaurant. www.streets-newport.com. About 2 miles south of Caerleon.
	Fourteen Locks Canal Centre, High Cross, Newport, South Wales. NP10 9GN. Tel: 01633 894 802. Situated alongside the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. Outside the Visitor Centre, the flight of locks rises 160 feet in just half a mile. The Visitor Centre is open Easter to late September, closed Tuesday & Wednesday. Free admission. About 4 miles west of Caerleon.
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Parkway Hotel Cwmbran/Newport Cwmbran Drive Cwmbran Gwent NP44 3UW (approx 3 miles from Caerleon)	Hotel near Caerleon. Nearest Rail CWMBRAN/NEWPORT 3.5 miles. Whether it's business or pleasure the Parkway is renowned for the warmth of its welcome, friendly staff and professional service. The Colonial Club Health and Leisure Complex is equipped to the highest standards with facilities which include a 15 metre heated swimming pool...

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