Museums · South Wales
Arthur Machen's House
In or near Caerleon.
Arthur Machen's House — a museum in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Newport · 4.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Arthur Machen's House is a museum located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Arthur Machen's House is located in Caerleon, the birthplace of the fantasy and horror writer Arthur Machen. The house is marked with a blue plaque and commemorates Machen's contributions to literature, particularly his supernatural fantasy works that have influenced many writers.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Arthur Machen's House is a museum located in South Wales, postcode NP18. This site is dedicated to the life and works of the influential writer Arthur Machen, known for his contributions to supernatural fiction. The house offers insights into his literary legacy and the environment that inspired his writing.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6096, -2.9540
- District
- Newport
- Parish
- Caerleon
- Postcode
- NP18 1AE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newport East
- Nearest railway station
- Newport — 4 km
- Official site
- www.landoflegends.wales
Sources
- osm: node/7444794888 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Arthur Machen's House?
- Arthur Machen's House is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP18 1AE), in the parish of Caerleon.
- What is Arthur Machen's House?
- Arthur Machen's House — a museum in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Arthur Machen's House?
- The nearest railway station is Newport, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP18 1AE.
- Is Arthur Machen's House a protected site?
- Yes — Arthur Machen's House is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Arthur Machen's House free to visit?
- Yes, Arthur Machen's House is free to enter.
- How do I get to Arthur Machen's House?
- The nearest railway station is Newport, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP18 1AE.