What to do and see in Newport, Wales: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

July 14, 2021 Almeta Stockton

Discover the best top things to do in Newport, United Kingdom including The Man of Steel, Llanwern Golf Club, The Escape Rooms, Savage Adventures, The Dog House, R.A.P.T.O.R, Tredegar House, National Roman Legion Museum, The Dolman Theatre, Caerleon Roman Fortress and Baths.
Restaurants in Newport

1. The Man of Steel

Pontfaen Road Liswerry, Newport NP19 4NW Wales +44 1633 273033 http://www.facebook.com/man-of-steel-27546717681/
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

The Man of Steel

2. Llanwern Golf Club

Tennyson Avenue, Newport NP18 2DW Wales +44 1633 412029 [email protected] http://www.llanwerngolfclub.co.uk
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Llanwern Golf Club

We are conveniently situated on the outskirts of Newport, in the beautiful village of Llanwern (not far from the famous Celtic Manor Resort). Easily accessible from junction 24 on the M4. Our 18 hole, par 70, 6,177 yard golf course, offers a challenge for all golfing abilities, and is one of Peter Allis's “top 3 hidden gems in the UK”. It is a mature parkland course (est'd 1928) where we are famous for the quality of our greens - Members, Guests, Visitors and Golf Societies are all assured of a friendly welcome and a fantastic golfing experience. We promise you a warm welcome, fine hospitality and an unforgettable golfing day out

3. The Escape Rooms

The Royal Chambers, Griffin Street Griffin Street, Newport NP20 1DD Wales +44 1633 547440 [email protected] http://www.escaperoomsnewport.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 46 reviews

The Escape Rooms

You and up to five friends are locked in our themed room for 60 minutes and have to escape. Sounds simple? You’ll need to work together as a team to decipher clues, complete puzzles and work out exactly what’s real and what’s not if you want to beat our puppet masters. Whether you’re new to escape rooms or a seasoned expert, we’re sure you’ll be surprised.

Reviewed By N6793XRchrisc

I went to the escape rooms with my girlfriend and some mutual friends for what was essentially our third date and we’re still together now, so maybe that colours my opinion but we all had a great time!! The rooms were fun, immersive and story driven. A lot of thought had clearly gone in to making the puzzles fit within the theme and even the clue delivery systems matched the themes for each room and didn’t break the reality. We only went for one room but we enjoyed it so much and got lucky that they could squeeze us in for a second game the same day! Plus when you visit the escape rooms they give you a voucher for money off food and drink at a bar round the corner called Tiny Rebel so of course we ate there too and had a smashing afternoon all round. Best escape rooms I’ve seen and I’ve played about 10 now.

4. Savage Adventures

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5.0 based on 53 reviews

Savage Adventures

We are an outdoor adventure company based all across South Wales. We off amazing adrenalin fueled activities like Coasteering and Climbing on the spectacular coastline of Gower, or make a splash jumping off waterfalls while Canyoning in the Celtic Rainforest we offer a range of activity that will suit everyone so come along and 'Discover Your Primal Side!'

5. The Dog House

9 High Street, Caerleon, Newport NP18 1AG Wales +44 1633 423664 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/DogHouseCaerleon/
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

The Dog House

Dog & family friendly craft beer & real ale bar featuring live music on Saturday evenings and Open Mic on Sundays. Thursdays are chilled out with resident band Supertonic. Selling a range of Gluten free and vegan Mad Dog beers, as well as vegan wines, gins and real ciders.

Reviewed By 139vanessaw

This lively local pub has a fab atmosphere and great friendly bar staff. Truly recommend it as I've seen a few bands over the last few months and always guaranteed to have a very pleasant evening

6. R.A.P.T.O.R

4E Mariner Way Felnex Industrial Estate, Newport NP19 4PQ Wales +44 1633 270983 [email protected] http://www.reactiveaimingpaintball.co.uk
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

R.A.P.T.O.R

An interactive paintball shooting experience for all to enjoy without the pain of being hit. We use realistic paintball markers which are accurate to hit targets which change colour and move to suit the ability of the shooter.

Reviewed By nicolaw685

Great fun! We will definitely be returning! All COVID-19 restrictions adhered to and we made to feel very welcome. Thank you

7. Tredegar House

Dyffryn, Off the A48, Newport NP10 8TW Wales +44 1633 815880 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/tredegar-house
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4.5 based on 1,240 reviews

Tredegar House

Reviewed By adela83 - Guildford, United Kingdom

So glad we chose to visit this place on our way back from South Wales, it is right iff M4 so worked for us, Beautiful grounds, lake, house. We had a nice walk along the lake, enjoyed picnic, visited the play area and also the house. They had many activities for children there, including art and craft. Good facilities and parking.

8. National Roman Legion Museum

High Street, Caerleon, Newport NP18 1AE Wales +44 1633 423134 http://www.museumwales.ac.uk/en/roman/
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4.5 based on 562 reviews

National Roman Legion Museum

Reviewed By AndyTigris

Half-term trip with 2 children (7, 11). Went 3 times over the course of 3 days. Great displays and lots of interesting items for all ages, well displayed and aimed at a mixture of abilities. Good interactive material from traditional paper quizzes and fact sheets to more modern media (iPad style). During the holidays (and perhaps weekends ?) a good selection of children's activities including pottery making, dressing up and an excellent 'mock-up' barracks room with a great Legionnaire. Educational staff we encountered were all excellent, particularly for pottery making and the ' Legionnaire - very informative. Would recommend (also free currently).

9. The Dolman Theatre

Kingsway Centre, Newport NP20 1HY Wales +44 1633 263670 http://www.Dolmantheatre.co.uk
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

The Dolman Theatre

10. Caerleon Roman Fortress and Baths

Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths High Street, Caerleon, Newport NP18 1AE Wales +44 300 025 2239 [email protected] http://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/caerleon-roman-fortress-and-baths
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4.5 based on 641 reviews

Caerleon Roman Fortress and Baths

The remains on view at Caerleon provide the visitor with a vivid picture of life in second-century Roman Britain. Some 12 miles down the Roman road you will come across Venta Silurum, the first town in Wales and the tribal capital of the Silures. We call it Caerwent today. If you get a chance, pop down to see its surrounding walls and the remains of shops, a Romano-Celtic temple and the forum-basilica. The displayed opening times are our general pattern. Please check the Cadw website for specific times and days, including closures.

Reviewed By vaughanm1976 - Amarillo, United States

This was a second tour of Wales using wherewhenwales.com tours. It was of the Wye Valley area including stops at Caerleon Roman Fortress and Baths, Chepstow Castle, Tintern Abbey, and the scenic Wye Valley. Stopped in Monmouth Town for lunch on this day long tour. Very good guide.

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