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Usk's charm also lies in the range of its small independent shops, tearooms and pubs, riverside walks and bulging hanging baskets and its well stocked Rural Life Museum and annual agricultural show.

And its convenient location, less than 10 miles from the M4, yet feeling a whole world away. The community grew in the 12th century around Usk Castle, built and presided over by the de Clare family, who actually planned the township.

The castle is in remarkably good condition and although it remains in private ownership, it is still possible to enjoy some of its buildings and grounds. Despite being raised to the ground by the marauding Owain Glyndwr in the early 15th century, Usk has always been a prosperous little market town thriving on the fertile banks of the River Usk.

Today that legacy is well fulfilled with regular farmers markets and agricultural shows providing a showcase for the local produce that is considered by many in culinary circles to be amongst the best in Britain. Plan route using Google maps. Map reference: SO Lat: Travellers from outside the area should arrive at one of these destinations and pick up local services from there. Autumn Colours of Monmouthshire.

Great Taste Award Winners. Good Hotel Guide Winners Good to Go Businesses. Welcome to Usk. Places to Stay. View all Usk accommodation. Location Any Near Postcode Within 1 mile 2 miles 3 miles 4 miles 5 miles 8 miles 10 miles 15 miles 20 miles.

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Renowned for its floral displays and richly deserving of the title 'Town of Flowers', Usk is a regular winner of Wales in Bloom and hosts a colourful Open Gardens weekend in June with over 20 local gardens open to the public. The annual Usk Agricultural show is held every September on the outskirts of the town.