The Caldicot area was settled in prehistoric times and the Romans certainly had a presence there, but it remained a small agricultural settlement until the arrival of the railway age, gaining importance during the construction of the Severn Tunnel between 1879 and 1886. Transport infrastructure projects played a role again with the opening of the Severn Bridge in 1966 which brought increased traffic to the town, and again when the Second Severn Crossing opened in 1996. An equally significant economic boost came with the building of the Llanwern Steelworks nearby, Caldicot housing many of its workers. Economically the town has been hit by the decline of the Llanwern Works, though it has become part of the so-called M4 corridor which has balanced that blow. Caldicot has a particularly fine medieval castle on a strategic site near the Bristol Channel, now a 50-acre country park. Intriguingly in the middle of the 20th century the castle which is reputed to be haunted was used as rented accommodation, various furnished apartments in the fortress occupied by families. It is now a major attraction in the area, open to the public. There are also a couple of golf courses on the edge of Caldicot, the Venta Silorum Roman Town in neighbouring Caerwent, and the settlement is convenient for Chepstow, Newport and of course is easy to access by car near the M48 and M4 crossings of the Severn.
Attraction
Caldicot Castle
Caldicot Castle and Country Park
Care Home
Estate Agent
Farthings
Newland Rennie Wilkins
Pub and Bar
Castle Inn
Cross Inn
Galleon (The)
Measure Inn
Rock & Fountain Inn
Ye Olde Tippling Philospher Inn
Taxi
Denzil Davies
Dianes
Kudos Luxury Cars
Places to Stay near Caldicot
Severn View (1.55 miles)
Serviced apartment located in Caerwent near Chepstow. Located within minutes drive of the M4 and A449 motorways near the Celtic Manor Resort Hotel. This newly refurbished studio apartment offers comfortable ... More
Marriott St. Pierre Hotel & Country Club (2.47 miles)
Willowbrook Guest House (3.32 miles)
Travelodge Newport Magor (3.72 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Racecourse Guest House (4.46 miles)
Rock and Fountain Inn (4.49 miles)
The George Hotel (4.59 miles)
The George is a traditional coaching inn, situated in the centre of the historic town of Chepstow, close to the famous St Pierre Golf Course, and Celtic Manor and Chepstow ... More
Beaufort Hotel (4.73 miles)
Centrally situated within historic Chepstow, The Beaufort Hotel offers a range of single, double and family accommodation, within walking distance of Chepstow Racecourse.
For relaxation, try either the well-stocked Beaufort Bar, serving a wide range of ... More
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Castle View Hotel (4.95 miles)
Built about 300 years ago as a private residence originally called Woodfield House, this charming hotel offers an unrivalled view of Chepstow Castle, Situated in the town of Chepstow, on the English/Welsh ... More
Travelodge Bristol Severn View M48 (5.46 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
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