Usk

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**Usk**
Ordnance Survey
OS grid reference:	Maps for SO375005
Administration
Principal area:	Monmouthshire
Nation:	Wales
Other
Traditional county:	Monmouthshire
Ceremonial county:	Gwent
Post office and telephone
Post town:	USK
Postcode:	NP15
Dialling code:	+44-1291
Politics
UK Parliament:	Monmouth
European Parliament:	Wales

Usk (Welsh: Brynbuga) is a small picturesque town in Monmouthshire, situated 10 miles northeast of Newport. The River Usk flows through the town and is spanned by an ancient, arched stone bridge at the southern entrance to the town.

Usk was founded in 55AD as a Roman settlement of Burrium and was a thriving market town through Victorian times. The current population is less than 2,500 and the town is known for its unusually abundant supply of pubs and restaurants. Many people will make the 10-mile drive from Newport for a quiet meal away from the bustle of the city. The main street is a very narrow collection of old houses and businesses (some dating back to the 15th century), and passes a tranquil town square.

Usk won the Large Village award in the 2005 Britain in Bloom awards.