3 Best Parks in Newport

“Belle Vue Park can be accessed from Cardiff Road, Belle Vue Lane, and Waterloo Road. Belle Vue Park contains several rare specimens. The park has been awarded the Green Flag Award and has maintained the status for over a decade since. Belle Vue Park has many features common in a Victorian park, such as conservatories, a pavilion, a bandstand, and rock gardens. Belle Vue Tearooms is a social enterprise café located near the pavilion. The restored pavilion, conservatory, and bandstand are attractive venues for weddings, meetings, parties, and other events. Belle Vue Park has covered picnic shelters and a covered stage used for events, festivals, and concerts.”

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“Tredegar Park is huge, comprising around 90 acres, and includes a large lake that is easy to walk around. There are playing fields and changing rooms for local sports clubs, a children’s play area, a pitch and putt course, tennis courts, and a skate park. The park has a large playground, nine-hole crazy golf, and rugby pitches. Tredegar Park attracts thousands of visitors annually. The skatepark is suitable for skateboarders, scooter users, and BMX riders. There are quieter periods on weekend mornings, which may be ideal for younger children. This area is suitable for scooter users, skateboarders, and BMX riders.”

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“Waunfawr Park covers 9 hectares of green space that offers environmental and recreational benefits to visitors. There's a Waunfawr community garden where volunteers work and help preserve various plants, greenhouses, and outdoor events for people of all ages to help with the gardening aspect, as well as meeting new people and friends. Waunfawr Park has a unique space for children and different entertainment, adventure, exploration, and learning opportunities for kids of all ages. The sporting opportunities are also extended with a bowling green, outdoor gym equipment, and a multi-use games area. Waunfawr Park has won a Green Flag Award for being a well-managed green space.”

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