Scenic landscape view in Newport Wetlands in Wales, United Kingdom

Newport Wetlands

United Kingdom, Wales

Newport Wetlands

LocationUnited Kingdom, Wales
RegionWales
TypeNational Nature Reserve
Coordinates51.5300°, -2.9500°
Established2008
Area8.66
Nearest CityNewport (3 mi)
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About Newport Wetlands

A created wetland reserve on the Gwent Levels along the Severn Estuary, developed as mitigation for the Cardiff Bay barrage. Features reedbeds, saline lagoons, and wet grassland attracting thousands of wintering waterfowl.

Visitor Ratings

Overall: 42/100

Uniqueness
38/100
Intensity
5/100
Beauty
30/100
Geology
8/100
Plant Life
35/100
Wildlife
58/100
Tranquility
45/100
Access
82/100
Safety
90/100
Heritage
32/100

Photos

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Newport Wetlands in Wales, United Kingdom
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