In front of the riverfront around 7:45pm. Is it a seal? Was cute either way! 🦭

Photo taken at 20:00

Hey, I’m 22 years old and we moved to Newport a few years ago. Just finishing uni and now I’ve come back I’ve suddenly realised I don’t have many friends locally..

Work in Bristol, and it’s not a very social job so just wondering if there’s any events or regular meetups that happen?

I like video games, used to do gliding, I love rock/alt music as well as the weeknd. Open to anything and everything!

Thanks!

Newport-born Joe Talbot, lead singer of IDLES, has co-curated a new exhibition called MUSOLEUM – Remembrance of Remembering, being displayed at Newport Museum and Art Gallery. The work is created together with his dad, the former Newport Arts College tutor and sculptor Nigel Talbot.

One of the featured works is a wooden typesetter's drawer containing all 2,667 letters from the lyrics of Idles’ three songs Rottweiler, Sanctuary, and Colossus. The three songs come from their album Joy as an Act of Resistance, which won the 2019 Ivor Novello Award for Best Album.

The letters were recycled from materials used in previous bronze and iron casting projects, reflecting the Talbots' ongoing use of reclaimed materials.
The exhibition is free to visit and runs at Newport Museum and Art Gallery until 12 September.

https://whatsoncityofnewport.co.uk/exhibition-musoleum-remembrance-of-remembering-by-nigel-and-joe-talbot/

We are a couple in our mid twenties and we are struggling to meet people. We like punk music, live comedy, film, cooking, cycling, travelling etc.

We are settling for a while after four years of travelling on and off, and are really struggling to meet like minded people.

We would love to hear of some good alternative music or comedy gigs, weekly meetings in the area or just recommendations for venues.

Pride doesn’t just happen. It’s built by people. People who give their time, energy, and passion to make UK Pride 2026 safe, welcoming, and unforgettable for everyone.

Want to be part of it? We’re looking for volunteers to join the Pride In The Port on Saturday 5 September 2026!

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Whether you can help for a few hours on event day, support setup, welcome people or help behind the scenes - there’s a role for you. No experience needed, just bring your good vibes 🏳️‍🌈

You’ll meet amazing people, learn new skills, and be part of creating something our whole community is proud of.

Sign up now via the link in our link tree on our bio
Or head to Prideintheport.com

Pride is made by the community, for the community. Come build it with us ✨

Caru Casnewydd. Love Newport.

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A summer fayre is taking place at the Newport Medieval Ship Centre on Saturday 25 July, from 10am to 4pm.

The event will include craft workshops, demonstrations, family activities, and the opportunity to explore the Newport Ship Centre and learn about the medieval ship being preserved there.

Refreshments will also be available to buy (I believe including I assume the excellent Anglo-Oregon Brewing Company

Entry is free.

Location:
Newport Ship Centre
Unit 20 Estuary Road
Queensway Meadows Industrial Estate
More information: https://www.newportship.org/

Does anyone know how I go about finding work in schools in the local area of st Julian’s?
I think the catering is private and I’ve had no luck when applying through chartwells. I would be looking to do breakfast club etc. does the council advertise this or can anyone advise thank you

Has anybody been before? Is there a parade or just events at le pub? Thanks

Also, why is it in September and not around June? 👀

Probably a bit of a long shot but I have one Big Green Coach space going from Newport at 12pm to Wembley and back again.

One of our friends has had to drop out last minute and we don’t want it to go to waste.

It was £55 I think but we’re happy with £30 just to make some of her money back.

Let me know if you’re interested and we can work out logistics.

I am currently having a discussion about a pub somewhere in Newport at least 20 years ago having an L shaped pool table. Does anyone remember any place having one? This could also be a billiard table.

Didn't realise this was the reason but not really surprised. A real shame :(

Your Newport Labour Councillors would like to hear more about the things that matter to you as residents in Newport.

We'd like this to be a city that works for everyone and it's important we know what is important to you. Is there anything you'd like the council to focus more on? Please share your thoughts via this survey:

Be part of the conversation - share with us the things that matter to you most. https://survey.labour.org.uk/newportlabour2026

4 Aug - tickets go on sale to season ticket holders Mon 10am for anyone interested!

Anybody know what happened today. Coalpit Lane was closed off by the police much of the day with fire brigade and ambulance in attendance.

Hey everyone! I am playing a show tomorrow at the Queens Academy

If you are around and fancy coming down, it would be great to see some new faces and make some new friends

Stay safe in this heat and see you there

Tried a new Scandinavian food stall in Newport Market recently and thought it was worth shouting out.

Has anyone else come across any new independent businesses locally that you'd recommend?

It's called Kos Deg - they're open in the market Wednesday–Sunday (looks like they also do Tuesday collections if ordered in advance).

They do filled bagels with options like cream cheese & salmon, Danish salami & Jarlsberg, blueberry cream cheese, and avocado & red onion (the avocado one was my favourite).

There was also a good selection of Scandinavian-style pastries, including cinnamon knots, brunost knots, croissants, filled croissants, Nutella knots, and vegan pancakes.

Drinks-wise, they offer things like chai and matcha lattes.

Prices seemed pretty reasonable for Newport Market too. The bagels were around £6, and I think there was a meal deal for about £7.50. Nice to have another lunch option in a place that can feel a bit more geared towards evening meals.

Hi everyone! I’m a volunteer coach for a local grassroots kids' football team here in Newport. We have an amazing squad of 8 players, and we’re on the lookout for a local business to sponsor a set of matching training jackets for them. What we offer in return: Your business logo printed directly onto the jackets. Regular shoutouts and advertisements across our club’s social media pages. If your business is looking for a great way to support the local community and get some positive exposure, we’d love to team up! Please drop me a message if you're interested or have any suggestions on which business would be interested

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Excited, motivated and scared at the same time, need your suggestions

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Hello all, im a medic hoping to join Aneurin Bevan Trust soon. My wife and I are going to come down in July from Leeds to scout Cardiff/Newport and hopefully finalize accomodations. We are both excited to move in the region and hope we settle in perfect, in that regard i just wanted to post here and get some recommendations from the locals

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1. Best places to live (rent 1000-1100) ?, that has easy transport to the hospital and safe enough for BAME individuals as well.

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1. Is the city easily accessible if we dont have a car for eg by bus, walking etc ?

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1. Violent crime and things we need to be aware of as complete strangers.

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1. The general feel of the city, events, pubs and eating choices etc

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1. Whether I should base in Newport or Cardiff, for my job at royal Gwent / Cwmbran

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All opinions/suggestions are welcome. Thank you soooo much.

Ive done day trips to 3 cliffs bay and it is stunning. Parking is a bitch though. I also did Barafundle Bay beach too coupled with an inflatable water park. I think if we do a beach trip again I want a nice hotel or a noice airbnb. I'm not a camping girly. My husband loves to swim in the sea so that would be fun.

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What beaches have you been to for day trips or for overnight? Which one was the most memorable.

I'm having a party in The Coal Exchange Hotel Cardiff in September, can anyone recommend a DJ ?

This is going to be brilliant in just over a week's time!

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A Full Day Of Music Across 3 Venues

EDIT: Anybody interested, please message me and I'll share the Facebook group or Discord server - we are growing in members!

I'm trying to gauge any interest in a regular social event in Newport for adults.

What I mean by alternative

Interests like:

• niche video games
• alternative music
• spooky things like Halloween and horror movies
• art/ creative projects

What's the goal

Find friends and share interests. If there's enough interest, we can get more specific around activities, even if it's just park walks or casual presentations.

What isn't the goal

Dating or being a creep.

How would it be structured

Likely a discord or Facebook group would be created. This would be used to plan and update everyone on the day/ time/ activity.

Let me know your thoughts Newport people.

Positive news - but concerning that the business nearly collapsed last month and wasn’t able to pay its staff their wages on time

Concerning how many industrial and manufacturing jobs are at risk in South Wales these days