Please click here for more information. Newport Wetlands National Nature Reserve Newport, Newport County This new wildlife reserve has been created on part of the tranquil Levels on the edge of the City of Newport. The new reedbeds and wet grasslands have already attracted a wealth of wetland birds including over-wintering wigeon, shoveler, teal, shelduck and pintail. Bitterns may be seen at the Uskmouth Reedbeds in winter along with hen harriers and short-eared owls. Lapwing, redshank, oystercatcher, ringed and little ringed plover breed here. Avocet bred here for the first time in Wales, in 2003, whilst little egrets (see picture) are resident all year round. The Reserve is also an excellent place to see other wildlife, such as orchids, butterflies, dragonflies and otters. The Countryside Council for Wales is committed to creating opportunities for everyone to enjoy the countryside. National Nature Reserves are no exception. On some reserves the Countryside Council for Wales has provided additional paths. On others, access on foot is unrestricted and visitors are welcome to wander freely. Where possible, the Countryside Council also provide facilities to add to visitors' enjoyment of reserves such as bird hides, information points, guided walks and displays, and facilities for the disabled. Signs at entrances welcome visitirs to each reserve and provide basic information.       Reset Map Position About our location: Covering over 438 hectares around Uskmouth, south-east Newport. The Reserve car park is on West Nash Road, between Nash Village and Uskmouth Power Station, grid reference: ST 334 834. From M4 Junction 24 take the A48 to Newport Retail Park then follow the ‘Brown Duck’ signs to the Reserve car park. Safety: The Countryside Council for Wales makes every attempt to ensure that your visit to a reserve is enjoyable and safe. But visitors should also be aware of their own safety. Please watch out for hazards and wear appropriate clothes and footwear for your visit. This work was commissioned by the Countryside Council for Wales as part of its programme of research into sustaining natural beauty, wildlife and outdoor enjoyment in rural Wales and its inshore waters.    Newport Wetlands National Nature Reserve Newport, Newport County  Telephone  Website	Accommodation Beaches Events Restaurants Click on the channels above to get information on areas covered by the zoomable maps.