Newton
in Bridgend county borough of Wales, United Kingdom

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Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
51.484 and -3.678 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 51° 29' 3" and W -3° 40' 41"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 02:07 AM (Friday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:53 am and 8:30 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-45.817 and 170.717 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Otakou
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-04-25 08:17:04

Delve into Newton

Newton in Bridgend county borough (Wales) is located in United Kingdom about 153 mi (or 246 km) west of London, the country's capital town.

Current time in Newton is now 02:07 AM (Friday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of one hour. We know of 8 airports close to Newton, of which 3 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is MOD St. Athan in a distance of 12 mi (or 19 km), South-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Blaenavon Industrial Landscape in a distance of 39 mi (or 62 km), North-East. Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance. We encountered 1 points of interest near this location.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Pyle, Cefn Cribwr, Merthyr Mawr, Bridgend and Wick. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 10°C / 50 °F

Morning Temperature 5°C / 41 °F
Evening Temperature 9°C / 48 °F
Night Temperature 7°C / 44 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 64%
Air Pressure 1003 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 11 km/h (7 mph) from West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 91% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Saturday, 27th of April 2024

6°C (42 °F)
7°C (45 °F)
Moderate rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Sunday, 28th of April 2024

5°C (41 °F)
6°C (43 °F)
Moderate rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Monday, 29th of April 2024

13°C (55 °F)
8°C (47 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, broken clouds.

Videos from this area

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Wacky Worm - Coney Beach - TPR UK Trip 2010 - Offride

Published: January 10, 2012
Length: 58:46 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Ledgy77

Wacky Worm (Zierer) at Coney Beach (Porthcawl) UK - filmed on the Themeparkreview UK Trip 2010.


Elvin Priestley at Trecco Park

Published: October 08, 2012
Length: 52:55 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Elvin Priestley

Elvin Priestley appearing at Trecco Park holiday camp Porthcawl Wales To Book www.elvinpriestley.com.


Wetlands Llanelli1

Published: May 27, 2011
Length: 44:58 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Phil Anthony

Territory. Mute swans which live in Britain, Ireland and France are mainly resident and usually do not travel very far. Some birds leave their breeding terri...


TOPTA - The Play Test Video

Published: December 22, 2013
Length: 32:01 min
Rating: 1 of 5
Author: Karl Robertson

A quick (iMovie) video that conveys the excitement and drunken fun of playing Burning Car Press's (www.burningcarpress.co.uk) Tripped Out Psychotic Time Agents role playing game. In summary,...


Thundercat Racing Trecco Bay Porthcawl Sat 2nd Oct 2010

Published: October 02, 2010
Length: 32:06 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: TheEsses

Clips of the Thundercat Racing Finals at Trecco Bay Porthcawl South Wales. These Guys really push it to the Limit on the water.


Caravan for hire in Porthcawl, Mid Glamorgan [916692]

Published: July 19, 2014
Length: 40:37 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: National Caravans

Caravan for hire in Porthcawl, Mid Glamorgan at Trecco Bay. This is a 3 bedroom Roselle which sleeps 8. More details at ...


EWS Class 66 No. 66098 in Port Talbot steel works yard.

Published: July 09, 2009
Length: 41:58 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: balmesh

The red mainliner brings in a steel train from ? and leaves it in the inwards yard. Later a Corus shunter, 906, takes the train into the works (see video above). All in bright sunshine, with...


Nessie - Coney Beach Amusement Park, Porthcawl

Published: September 30, 2012
Length: 02:11 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Tim Brooks

This is me, taking my daughter Poppy on her first ever ride on a roller coaster! She seemed to really enjoy it, even if she did look a little overwhelmed!


Crazy Golf Ball Falling Into Water

Published: September 11, 2012
Length: 08:28 min
Rating: 1 of 5
Author: DJ Leekee

Crazy Golf Ball Falling Into Water at Porthcawl.


Surfers at Porthcawl Seafront 6th April 2011

Published: April 13, 2011
Length: 10:37 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: TheEsses

Surfers catch the evening waves at Porthcawl Seafront 6th April 2011.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Tusker Rock

Tusker Rock is a rock in the Bristol Channel, situated about 2 miles west of Ogmore-by-Sea, Bridgend, Wales. It takes its name from Tuska the Viking, a Dane whose fellow Vikings semi-colonised the Vale of Glamorgan. It is fully visible only at low tide, and was formerly a notorious hazard for ships. On April 23, 1947 the SS Samtampa was wrecked nearby on Sker Point, leading to the loss of 39 officers and hands, plus eight of those of the crew of the Mumbles lifeboat while attempting a rescue.

Located at 51.454, -3.66944 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Islands of Bridgend County Borough, Bristol Channel, Uninhabited islands of Wales

Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl

The Grand Pavilion in Porthcawl, Bridgend County Borough, Wales, was opened in 1932. It is well known for its octagonal dome and striking frontage. Originally intended as a Palm Court for hosting Tea Dances, Balls and Civic functions, the Pavilion is a very versatile venue. Construction of the Grand Pavilion commenced in the summer of 1931. The use of ferrocrete throughout meant that the construction was relatively quick and was complete by August 1932.

Located at 51.4766, -3.7059 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Porthcawl, Buildings and structures in Bridgend County Borough, Theatres in Wales, Visitor attractions in Bridgend County Borough, Buildings and structures completed in 1932

Nottage

Nottage is a small village near Porthcawl in Bridgend County Borough, Wales.

Located at 51.4833, -3.7 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Bridgend County Borough

St Clare's School, Newton

St Clare's School is an coeducational independent school, located in the village of Newton, in Bridgend County Borough, South Wales. St. Clare's is a non-selective Independent School attended by puils aged 2 1/2 through to 18. The school provides preparatory, secondary and tertiary education leading to GCSE and A-level qualifications. Formerly a Roman Catholic school, it is now owned and operated by the Cognita Group.

Located at 51.4861, -3.67563 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Independent schools in Bridgend County Borough, Educational institutions established in 1938, Cognita, 1938 establishments in Wales

Coney Beach Pleasure Park

Coney Beach Pleasure Park is a small amusement park in Porthcawl, Mid Glamorgan, United Kingdom, in operation since 1920. Throughout its history, the park's period of operation is from Easter weekend of each year up until the final weekend of October. Originally built to entertain American troops returning from World War I the park was named as a tribute to the famous New York amusement park on Coney Island.

Located at 51.4797, -3.6967 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Amusement parks in Wales, 1920 establishments in Wales, Visitor attractions in Bridgend County Borough

Cornelly

Cornelly is a community in Bridgend County Borough, South Wales. In 2001, the population of the Cornelly ward was 5,982. The community includes two villages, North Cornelly and South Cornelly, and it is bisected by the A48 and M4. Sand dunes in the area conceal the walled town of Kenfig, founded in the 1120s and overwhelmed in the late 14th century. Another notable local feature is Sker House, a historic building which overlooks the dunes.

Located at 51.5169, -3.70417 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Bridgend County Borough, Communities in Bridgend county borough

RAF Stormy Down

The former Royal Air Force Stormy Down, commonly known as RAF Stormy Down, was a World War II Royal Air Force airfield near Pyle, Bridgend (county borough) opened in 1940. It was an armament training school for the RAF then after they departed the French took the station over and later American forces were also stationed at 'Stormy'. Flying ceased in August 1944 due to the dangerous grass landing strip.

Located at 51.5042, -3.67028 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Royal Air Force stations in Wales

St John the Baptist Church, Porthcawl

St John the Baptist Church, Porthcawl is a medieval church and Grade I listed building in Church Street, Newton, Porthcawl, Wales. St John the Baptist's Church was built probably in the 1180s and is mentioned in 1189. It was founded by the Knights of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem 800 years ago and originally built as a fortress. It was largely rebuilt in the 15th or early 16th centuries, although it retains some of the original building.

Located at 51.4842, -3.6769 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Porthcawl, Anglican churches in Wales, 1180s architecture, Grade I listed churches, Grade I listed buildings in Bridgend County Borough

Popular in vicinity

These are some bigger and more relevant cities in the wider vivinity of Newton.

capture of the webcam Pyle: M4 westbound at junction 37

Pyle: M4 westbound at junction 37, Pyle (source)

capture of the webcam Porthcawl: RNLI Porthcawl Lifeboat Station − Porthcawl Pier Fishing High Tide

Porthcawl: RNLI Porthcawl Lifeboat Station − Porthcawl Pier Fishing High Tide, Porthcawl (source)

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Newton Nottage, Newton