Mountains & hills · South Wales
Welsh Newton Common
In or near Dixton.
Welsh Newton Common — a hill or mountain in wales south.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Welsh Newton Common is a named hill or mountain in wales south, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Wye Valley
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Welsh Newton Common is a mountain located in South Wales, within the parish of Welsh Newton. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its ecological significance, particularly the River Wye SSSI. The area is also part of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), known for its scenic landscapes and diverse wildlife. Visitors can expect a natural environment that supports a variety of outdoor activities and exploration.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8538, -2.7121
- District
- Herefordshire, County of
- Parish
- Welsh Newton
- Postcode
- NP25 5RT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hereford and South Herefordshire
Sources
- manual: geonames-12609532 (CC BY 4.0)
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Wyastone Leys
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Pembridge Castle (uninhabited parts)
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The Royal Oak
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Nearby
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Welsh Newton And Llanrothal War Memorial
Welsh Newton And Llanrothal War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Church of St Swithin, Ganarew
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Llangrove War Memorial
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Wyastone Leys
Wyastone Leys — a Grade II*-listed historic house in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Welsh Newton Common
Places to stay
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Merediths Farm Camping and Caravan Site
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River Wye Camping & Caravan Park
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Sterrett’s Caravan and Camping Park
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Elmsdale Touring and Camping Site
Elmsdale Touring and Camping Site — a campsite in wales south.
Places to eat & drink
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📷 5Historic pubs · South Wales
The Punch House
The Punch House — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Welsh Newton Common?
- Welsh Newton Common is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP25 5RT), in the parish of Welsh Newton.
- What is Welsh Newton Common?
- Welsh Newton Common — a hill or mountain in wales south.
- How do I get to Welsh Newton Common?
- Drivers can use postcode NP25 5RT.
- Is Welsh Newton Common a protected site?
- Yes — Welsh Newton Common is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Wye Valley National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Welsh Newton Common?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NP25 5RT. It sits within the Hereford and South Herefordshire parliamentary constituency.