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The Great Britain Guide

Memorials & monuments · South Wales

The Ragged School

In or near Newport.

Free admission

The Ragged School — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.

Ragged School blue plaque, Newport - geograph.org.uk - 5453330

Jaggery — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Newport · 0.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

The Ragged School is a memorial 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

The Dolman Theatre is a vibrant venue offering a variety of performances including classic plays, comedies, and musicals. It also provides spaces for hire for events and gatherings, making it a central location for arts and community activities.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Ragged School is a memorial located in South Wales. It serves as a reminder of the education offered to impoverished children during the 19th century. The site reflects the historical efforts to improve literacy and welfare among the working class.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.5839, -2.9910
District
Newport
Parish
Stow Hill
Postcode
NP20 1HY
Parliamentary constituency
Newport East
Phone
+44 1633 263670
Nearest railway station
Newport0.8 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Ragged School?
The Ragged School is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP20 1HY), in the parish of Stow Hill.
What is The Ragged School?
The Ragged School — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
How do I get to The Ragged School?
The nearest railway station is Newport, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP20 1HY.
Is The Ragged School a protected site?
Yes — The Ragged School is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is The Ragged School free to visit?
Yes, The Ragged School is free to enter.
How do I get to The Ragged School?
The nearest railway station is Newport, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP20 1HY.