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Glebelands bridge, Newport
The approach from Bank Street to the bridge across the railway to Glebelands stadium and recreational area. There are two bridges. The road uses a humpback bridge http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1443157 (limit 7 tons) and pedestrians use the narrower bridge on the right.
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 2 Aug 2009
0.03 miles
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Humpback bridge to Glebelands
A closer view of the road bridge http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1443152
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 2 Aug 2009
0.03 miles
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Skate Extreme, Newport
At first glance, seemingly derelict premises, this is in fact the home of Skate Extreme, a skate park. Features include half pipes, quarter pipes, a foam box, and a range of ramps. Used by skating enthusiasts and bikers.
Update : The skate park was destroyed by fire in March 2010. http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1800593
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 30 Aug 2009
0.04 miles
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Don't kill the workforce, Herbert Road, Newport
The sign urges you to kill your speed, not the workforce. To reinforce the big 15 sign, behind it another sign spells out MAX SPEED LIMIT 15 MPH, and also reminds you of where you are. On the right is Skate Extreme. http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1712843
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 30 Aug 2009
0.04 miles
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Skate park destroyed by fire, Herbert Road, Newport
In March 2010, fire destroyed CJ's Skatepark (formerly known as Skate Extreme).
The owner of the family-run business estimated the damage at up to £2 million.
The cause of the fire has not yet been reported.
Skate Extreme was opened in 1996 at the former Jewson's builders' yard, with the aim of attracting skateboarders, rollerbladers, BMXs and micro-scooters.
http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1712843 to the premises in August 2009.
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 11 Apr 2010
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Gore Street, Newport
Viewed from Usk Street looking towards the railway embankment at the end of Gore Street.
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 31 Jan 2010
0.06 miles
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Standard Signs, Herbert Road, Newport
Premises of Standard Signs and Traffic Systems Ltd at Olympic House, Herbert Road.
They are the biggest sign manufacturer and supplier in Wales supplying trade and private customers.
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 30 Aug 2009
0.06 miles
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Two business premises, Herbert Road, Newport
Just over halfway along Herbert Road are :
Cain Electrical Ltd.
Terra Firma recording studio.
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 30 Aug 2009
0.06 miles
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Window World, Herbert Road, Newport
Set back from Herbert Road, next to Terra Firma, http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1712832 is Ruby House, the premises of Window World UPVC Systems Ltd.
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 30 Aug 2009
0.06 miles
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Not the best road surface in Newport
Signs of wear and tear on the road surface of the middle section of Herbert Road.
Image: © Jaggery
Taken: 30 Aug 2009
0.06 miles