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The Great Britain Guide

Cemeteries · South Wales

Caerleon Cemetery

Also known as: Mynwent Caerllion, Caerllion

In or near Caerleon.

Free admission

Caerleon Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.

Puddle on Cold Bath Road, Caerleon - geograph.org.uk - 4613109

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station
Newport · 3.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Caerleon Cemetery, the nearest railway station is Newport, located 3.5 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is NP18 1NF, and entry to the cemetery is free.

Directions on Google Maps →

About

Caerleon Cemetery is a cemetery in South Wales of architectural and local-history note. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the Newport East parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Newport, about 3.5 km away. Postcode area NP18.

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Official information

Caerleon Cemetery is one of three public cemeteries managed by Newport City Council. It provides a peaceful space for visitors to pay their respects and locate burial plots.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

Caerleon ( kər-LEE-ən; Welsh: Caerllion) is a town and community in Newport, Wales. Situated on the River Usk, it lies 5 miles (8 km) northeast of Newport city centre, and 5.5 miles (9 km) southeast of Cwmbran. Caerleon is of archaeological importance, being the site of a notable Roman legionary fortress, Isca Augusta, and an Iron Age hillfort. Close to the remains of Isca Augusta are the National Roman Legion Museum and the Roman Baths Museum. The town also has strong historical and literary associations: Geoffrey of Monmouth elevated the significance of Caerleon as a major centre of British history in his Historia Regum Britanniae (c. 1136), and Alfred Lord Tennyson wrote Idylls of the King (1859–1885) while staying in Caerleon.

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Background

History

The town had a number of coaching inns in the early 19th century. A number remain including: The Priory (an abbey was first built here in 1179); the Olde Bull Inn (15th Century); the Hanbury Arms (1565); The Bell (originally built as a chapel in 1814); and the White Hart (a hotel later becoming a pub in 1815).

Description

Caerleon is centred around a small common. Goldcroft Common is the only remaining of the seven commons of Caerleon. Most of the small businesses of Caerleon are near the common as is the Town Hall which has a World War I and World War II memorial garden. Caerleon library is located within the Town Hall and is associated with Newport Central Library. The intersection of High Street and Cross Street is known as The Square. Buildings of note are Saint Cadoc's Church, the National Roman Legion Museum, the Roman Baths Museum, The Mynde, The Priory Hotel, Caerleon Catholic Church and Rectory, Caerleon Endowed School, the Round Tower, the Toll House at Caerleon Bridge, The Malt House, former…

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Coordinates
51.6112, -2.9641
District
Newport
Parish
Caerleon
Postcode
NP18 1NF
Parliamentary constituency
Newport East
Phone
01633 839881
Nearest railway station
Newport3.5 km
Opening
Mo-Fr 06:30-16:45; Sa-Su 06:30-16:45
Official site
www.newport.gov.uk

Sources

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Caerleon Roman Barracks

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Memorials & monuments · South Wales

St Cadoc's Hospital Centenary

St Cadoc's Hospital Centenary — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.

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Memorials & monuments · South Wales

War Memorial Drinking Fountain in Town Hall Park

War Memorial Drinking Fountain in Town Hall Park — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.

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Caerleon Cenotaph Gardens

Caerleon Cenotaph Gardens — War memorial, dating to 1920-01-01.

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Public art & sculpture · South Wales

Three Romans And One Celt

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Where to eat & stay near Caerleon Cemetery

Places to stay

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Hotels · South Wales

The Priory Hotel

The Priory Hotel — a hotel in wales south.

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B&Bs · South Wales

The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn — a bed-and-breakfast in wales south.

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Hotels · South Wales

Coldra Court Hotel

Coldra Court Hotel — a hotel in wales south.

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Hotels · South Wales

Mercure Hotel

Mercure Hotel — a hotel in wales south.

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Hotels · South Wales

Milton Hotel

Milton Hotel — a hotel in wales south.

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Hotels · South Wales

Parkway Hotel

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Places to eat & drink

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Restaurants · South Wales

The Priory Hotel & Restaurant

The Priory Hotel & Restaurant — a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: international. 3-star.

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Restaurants · South Wales

Toby Carvery

Toby Carvery — a restaurant in wales south. Cuisine: british. Brand: Toby Carvery.

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Ye Olde Murenger House

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The Man of Steel

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Caerleon Cemetery?
Caerleon Cemetery is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP18 1NF), in the parish of Caerleon.
What is Caerleon Cemetery?
Caerleon Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Caerleon Cemetery?
The nearest railway station is Newport, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP18 1NF.
Is Caerleon Cemetery a protected site?
Yes — Caerleon Cemetery is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Caerleon Cemetery free to visit?
Yes, Caerleon Cemetery is free to enter.
How do I get to Caerleon Cemetery?
The nearest railway station is Newport, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP18 1NF.