Memorials & monuments · South Wales
The Bell Carrier
In or near Newport.
The Bell Carrier — Monument, dating to 1996-01-01.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Newport · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Bell Carrier is a public memorial in South Wales, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. 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 0.7 km away. Postcode area NP20.
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Official information
Newport Museum and Art Gallery showcases the history, culture, and environment of Newport from prehistoric times to the 20th century. It features various displays and temporary exhibitions that provide insights into the area's fascinating past.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Bell Carrier is a memorial located in Stow Hill, South Wales, postcode NP20. It is designated as part of the Severn Estuary SSSI, highlighting its ecological significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5862, -2.9917
- District
- Newport
- Parish
- Stow Hill
- Postcode
- NP20 1DS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newport East
- Phone
- +44 1633 656 656
- Nearest railway station
- Newport — 0.7 km
- Official site
- www.newport.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: n537866810 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Bell Carrier?
- The Bell Carrier is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP20 1DS), in the parish of Stow Hill.
- What is The Bell Carrier?
- The Bell Carrier — Monument, dating to 1996-01-01.
- How do I get to The Bell Carrier?
- The nearest railway station is Newport, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP20 1DS.
- Is The Bell Carrier a protected site?
- Yes — The Bell Carrier is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is The Bell Carrier free to visit?
- Yes, The Bell Carrier is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Bell Carrier?
- The nearest railway station is Newport, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP20 1DS.