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About Newport

County Town, being sited on the River Medina, about 5 miles from the sea. Despite its name, the town became the 'New Port' and was given its charter by Richard de Revers, Lord of the Island, as early as 1180, and for centuries before that was also home to the Romans who built luxurious villas in the area.

Newport developed primarily as a result of its location on the navigable River Medina, and also to its central position on the island. Road connections from north, south, east and west meet in Newport. Newport also used to be the hub for the steam railway but this was shut down in the mid 1960's.

Newport has few notable buildings in use today. The mills having either been converted into homes or demolished. The shopping district is concentrated along the High Street with additional facilities in St. James's and St. Thomas's Squares, Pyle Street and the surounding areas

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	Premier Inn Isle Of Wight (Newport) Newport, Isle of Wight, England (0.2 miles, 0.3 km) This friendly Premier Inn hotel is 1 mile from central Newport on the Isle of Wight, with en suite rooms, 24-hour front desk and a restaurant/pub. All the rooms at the Premier Inn Isle Of Wight are m... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00
	Newport Quay Newport, Isle of Wight, England (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) In the heart of Newport, this Grade II listed building is set in a quiet street, just off the High Street. It offers bed and breakfast accommodation within 2 minutes’ walk of bars and restaurants.... More info and book online.. Price from £49.00
	Lakeside Park Hotel & Spa Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight, England (3.1 miles, 4.9 km, direction NE) Overlooking a 20-acre lake, and in 17 acres of grounds, this 4-star hotel has an indulgent spa and free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Lakeside Park Hotel offers a choice of dining options with pictur... More info and book online.. Price from £120.00
	Fountain Inn Cowes, Isle of Wight, England (4.1 miles, 6.6 km, direction N) The Fountain Inn overlooks the River Medina and has harbour views from its al fresco dining area. It offers free Wi-Fi, a good breakfast and live music on most Friday and Saturday nights.... More info and book online.. Price from £29.00
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Nearby travel help

Smallbrook Junction Station	(5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction E)
Ryde St. Johns Road Station	(5.8 miles, 9.4 km, direction E)
Rudmore Roundabout	(11.5 miles, 18.6 km, direction NE)
M27 Junction 9	(12.0 miles, 19.3 km, direction N)
Southampton Airport	(17.3 miles, 27.8 km, direction N)
Bournemouth Airport	(24.3 miles, 39.1 km, direction W)
Newport to London	(75.2 miles, 121.0 km, direction NE)