Risca

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Located in the beautiful region of Wales, Risca is a charming town that offers a mix of natural beauty and historical landmarks. Situated along the River Ebbw, Risca is known for its picturesque landscapes and outdoor activities, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers.

One of the town's most iconic attractions is the Risca Palace, a historic cinema that has been lovingly restored and transformed into a thriving arts and entertainment venue. Visitors can catch a film, enjoy live music performances, or simply admire the stunning architecture of this cultural landmark.

For those interested in history, Risca is home to the fascinating Cefn Mably Farm Park, where visitors can step back in time and experience life on a traditional Welsh farm. The park offers guided tours, hands-on activities, and the chance to meet and interact with a variety of farm animals, making it a fun and educational experience for visitors of all ages.

Nature lovers will also be delighted by the town's close proximity to the stunning Risca Woods, a sprawling forested area that is perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking. With its tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking views, Risca Woods provides the perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature.

In addition to its natural beauty and historical attractions, Risca also boasts a vibrant food and drink scene, with a variety of cozy cafes, traditional pubs, and fine dining restaurants to choose from. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty Welsh meal or international cuisine, Risca has something to satisfy every palate.

Alternative names: Population: 20.4 thous.Coordinates: 51°36'25"N, 3°5'59"W

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Risca – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St Woolos Cemetery, Twmbarlwm, Fourteen Locks, Ruperra Castle.

3.8 miSE
Cemetery
St Woolos Cemetery, Newport
98 min walk • St Woolos Cemetery is the main cemetery in the city of Newport, Wales situated one mile to the west of the Church in Wales cathedral known by the same name. It contains four chapels, and various ornate memorials dating back to the early Victorian period, and was the first municipally constructed cemetery in England and Wales.
1.4 miN
Mountain, Park, Trail
Twmbarlwm, Caerphilly
36 min walk • Twmbarlwm, also known as Twm Barlwm, Twyn Barlwm or locally known as "the Twmp", the Nipple or the Pimple because of the mound that lies at its summit, is a hill situated 2 km to the northeast of Risca in South Wales.
2.7 miSE
Museum, Visitor center
Fourteen Locks, Newport
69 min walk • Fourteen Locks is a series of locks, also known as the Cefn Flight, on the Crumlin arm of the Monmouthshire Canal at Rogerstone in Newport, South Wales. The flight of locks was completed in 1799 and raises the water level 160 ft in just 800 yd.
2.8 miSW
Ruins of a 17th-century manor house
Ruperra Castle, Caerphilly
72 min walk • Ruperra Castle or Rhiwperra Castle is a Grade II* Listed building and Scheduled Ancient Monument, situated in Lower Machen in the county borough of Caerphilly, Wales. It was built in 1626, now it is in a ruined condition.
3.7 miSW
Church
St James's Church
95 min walk • St James's Church, Rudry is an historic Anglican church in the village of Rudry in the Diocese of Monmouth.
4.1 miNE
51°39'14"N • 3°2'34"W
Greenmeadow Community Farm, Cwmbran
104 min walk • Farm, Park
1 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mynydd Machen
26 min walk • Mynydd Machen is a 362-metre-high hill lying between the town of Risca and the village of Machen in Caerphilly County Borough in south Wales. Its summit is crowned by a trig point and a mast.
3.9 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mynydd y Grug
99 min walk • Mynydd y Grug is a hill lying just west of the village of Cwmfelinfach and about 4 km to the northeast of Caerphilly in Caerphilly county borough in South Wales.
0.6 miNW
Church
Saint Mary & Saint Philopateer Abu Saifain Coptic Orthodox Church, Newport
15 min walk • St Mary and St Mercurius Coptic Orthodox Church is the first Coptic Orthodox Church in Wales, at St Mary Street in Risca, Newport, Wales.
3.8 miS
51°33'8"N • 3°6'34"W
Cefn Mably Farm Park, Cardiff
98 min walk • Park, Farm, Game and entertainment center
2.2 miSE
Church
Rhiwderin Congregational Chapel, Newport
58 min walk • Rhiwderin Congregational Chapel is a Nonconformist chapel in Rhiwderin, Newport, Wales. The chapel was founded in 1872, originally meeting in a stable nearby. In the following decade, Viscount Tredegar donated land on which the chapel was built in 1884. The schoolroom followed in 1903–4.