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Newport, Isle of Wight: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Newport_-_Isle_of_Wight_-_geograph.org.uk_-_20623.jpgAuthor: Nigel Freeman
Newport is the county town of the Isle of Wight, England. Located on the north-central part of the island, Newport has a population of some 25,000 people (2012 estimate). It is on the River Medina which flows north towards the straits of Solent.
Archaeological evidence suggests that Newport has been inhabited since Roman times. There was a Roman settlement here called Medina. Remains of two Roman villas have been uncovered. One of these, the Newport Roman Villa, has now been open to the public.
Visiting Newport, Isle of Wight
Being geographically the most central town on the Isle of Wight, Newport is the road and railway hub of the island. It is 10.8 km (6.73 mi) from Ryde, the largest town on the island.
St Thomas' Church, Newport: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Newport_St_Thomas%27_Church_in_July_2010_4.JPGAuthor: Arriva436
Places of Interest in Newport, Isle of Wight
- Carisbrooke Castle: Historic motte-and-bailey castle in Carisbrooke, near Newport, dating back to the early 12th century.
- Church of St John the Baptist, Newport: Anglican parish church in Newport dating to 1837.
- Newport Roman Villa: Remains of an ancient villa from Roman times that has been escavated.
- Quay Arts Centre: Leading art gallery on the Isle of Wight.
- St Paul's Church, Newport: Anglican parish church in Barton, Newport. it dates from 1844.
- St Thomas' Church: Also called St Thomas Minster or the Minster Church of St Thomas, this is the main church in Newport, dating back to the late 12th century.
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