Usk Web Guide
Here's our pick of some of the most useful and entertaining websites from or about the Monmouthshire town. If you know a website worth including, get in touch.
Usk Town Council
http://www.usktc.force9.co.uk
An in-depth guide to the town, with contact details for a range of businesses, services, societies and attractions. You'll also find pictures of old Usk, a street map, and details of local artists.
Usk Castle
http://www.castlewales.com/usk.html
A history of the town's most famous building, accompanied by photographs of the various elements of the ruins.
Monmouthshire County Council
http://www.monmouthshire.gov.uk
Information about local authority services including guides to transport, tourism and events.
Usk RFC
http://www.uskrfc.co.uk
Currently plying their trade in Division 7 East, the town's rugby club has a long history, dating back to their first game in 1874 against Newport.
Usk Walks
http://www.jtallet.co.uk/uskwalks/
Take some tips on how to see the best of the area - from a two mile stroll around the town to a nine mile hike along the Usk Flood Route.
Old Postcards of Usk
http://www.oldpostcardsofusk.co.uk
A fascinating collection of images from days gone by.
Usk Farmers' Market
http://www.uskfm.co.uk
The best local produce, first and third Saturdays of every month at the Memorial Hall.
Usk Show
http://www.uskshow.co.uk
An annual event on the second Saturday of September featuring livestock displays, showjumping, food hall, craft marquee and more.
Craft Renaissance Workshops and Gallery
http://www.craftrenaissance.co.uk
This converted barn in Kemeys Commander is home to a group of jewellers, potters, woodworkers and other craftspeople. You can see them at work, view exhibitions and order specially-made items.
Usk Blues Rock Club
http://www.bluesrockclub.com
Monthly open mike nights and special events at the Royal British Legion.
Scouts
http://www.monmouthshirescouts.org.uk
Local activities for young people, encouraging them to work in teams, stretch themselves, learn new skills and make life long friends.
Monmouthshire Youth Service
http://www.monyouth.net
News about youth clubs, projects, training and more.
Three Salmons Hotel
http://www.threesalmonshotelusk.co.uk
The online home of one of the town's leading hostelries.
Glen-yr-Afon House Hotel
http://www.glen-yr-afon.co.uk
This privately owned hotel is a Victorian villa on the banks of the river Usk, a short walk from the town.
Olway Inn
http://www.olwayinn.co.uk
Another local pub and restaurant with accommodation available.
Usk Castle Chase
http://www.nativewoodland.co.uk/index.php?page=54
A natural burial site available in the Monmouthshire countryside. The scheme has been planned by Native Woodland Ltd and the Humphreys family of Usk Castle in consultation with Gwent Wildlife Trust.
Wye Valley and Vale of Usk
http://www.visitwyevalley.com
Produced by the Wales Tourist Board, this site offers a range of information on things to do and places to visit in Usk and surrounding areas, including an interactive map.
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