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  Newtown, New South Wales - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Newtown (postcode 2042) is a suburb in the Inner West of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia.
Newtown was established as a residential and farming area in the early 19th century.
Newtown Station opened in 1855, as one of the original four intermediate stations on the Sydney to Parramatta rail line (the others being Ashfield, Burwood, and Homebush), and it was soon serviced by ten steam trains per day.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Newtown,_New_South_Wales   (4015 words)

  
 Newtown - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Geographers and town planners use the term New town for a planned development of a completely new city or a major expansion of an existing town.
Newtown, a community near Elmira, New York, where Major General John Sullivan's forces participated in a decisive battle in Sullivan's Campaign of the American Revolutionary War against Tory Col. John Butler and Iroquois Chief Joseph Brant.
Newtown, an upscale restaurant on Crescent St. in Montreal, founded by Jacques Villeneuve and named after himself.
en.wikipedia.org /?title=Newtown   (206 words)

  
 The Official Newtown Website - The History of Newtown
When Newtown's most famous son, Robert Owen, the social reformer, returned to the town shortly before his death in 1858 he can hardly have recognised the little market town he had left in 1781.
By the 1830's Newtown was meeting stiff competition from elsewhere, particularly Rochdale, and workers' wages were being driven down.
The work of the New Town Corporation was taken over by the Development Board for Rural Wales in 1977 and in 1998 that body was subsumed into the Welsh Development Agency, who now have the responsibility, in partnership with the local authorities and the new community, of carrying Newtown into the future.
www.newtown.org.uk /history.htm   (1809 words)

  
 Wales on Britannia: Facts About Wales & the Welsh
Wales is not represented on the British Flag.
A pungent vegetable is the national emblem of Wales.
Wales is the most important sheep raising area in Europe.
britannia.com /celtic/wales/facts   (297 words)

  
 BBC SPORT | LEAGUE OF WALES  | Newtown 0-3 Cardiff City
Newtown fought back, though, to dominate the half and City keeper Lee Kendall had to make impressive saves from Scott Williams and Chris Adamson.
Newtown had a great chance to equalise ten minutes later when Steve McCormick was tackled by David Hughes, and City went straight up the other end to score.
Newtown: M Jones; J Bridges, G Evans, C Reynolds (capt), A Fenton, S Williams, J Wickham, A Thomas, S McCormick, M Williams, C Adamson.
news.bbc.co.uk /sport1/hi/football/league_of_wales/1764886.stm   (370 words)

  
 The Newtown Association
Newtown has many memories for myself because it was the place where I was born.
For Newtown, ‘Little Ireland’, is as distant a part of our past as Troy except that there is nothing now left to remind us of that area seen in the minds of those who lived there as a sort of shining Shangri La.
They had come fresh from the terrible famine, that calamity imprinted on the world’s mind as the Great Hunger, and they had built the vast docks which were to make Cardiff the coal capital of the world; and they brought their customs, and their religion with them.
www.newtown-cardiff.org.uk /page6.htm   (3782 words)

  
 Newtown Hotels & Accommodation near Newtown in Powys
No Hotels located with Newtown in the address, but those shown below are the nearest hotels to Newtown, with 9 within 25.9 miles of Newtown.
Knighton is served by the Heart of Wales Railway, passing through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Country on its way from Swansea to Shrewsbury.
Set in the heart of Wales, the Hotel Commodore is situated in the centre of the Victorian Spa Town of Llandrindod Wells.
www.uk-tourist-attractions.co.uk /Wales_hotels/Newtown_hotels.cfm   (365 words)

  
 Newtown, Wales - Free net encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Newtown (Welsh: Y Drenewydd) is a town with a population of 10,541 (1993) lying on the River Severn in Mid Wales.
Newtown was founded in the tenth century and grew in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries around the textile and flannel industry and the arrival of the Montgomeryshire branch of the Shropshire Union Canal.
The town was designated as a "new town" in 1967 and has seen a large population growth as companies and people have settled, changing the rural market town character.
www.netipedia.com /index.php/Y_Drenewydd   (215 words)

  
 Tourist Wales: Newtown tourist information
Newtown sits on the River Severn about 40 miles inland from Aberystwyth.
It is a large town for this part of Wales and offers some nice child friendly walks.
Newtown has several high street names, including Boots, Woolworth, Argos and a Laura Ashley shop as well as several of the large banks.
www.touristwales.co.uk /Newtown/Newtown.html   (705 words)

  
 NEWTOWN AND DISTRICT DIAL A RIDE Links to other sites Newtown, Powys, Wales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Newtown and District Dial-A-Ride was established in 1991 with the principal aim of providing affordable door to door community based transport..
Primarily for the elderly, disabled and people with mobility problems, residing in Newtown and the surrounding area Newtown Dial-A-Ride buses have been fully adapted to allow access for all passengers.
We achived many trips last year all over the country from going on holiday visiting family and friends but on a serious note we transported people to funerals for them to say goodbye to their loved ones.
www.naddar.org.uk /about.php   (256 words)

  
 Association
It is not an exaggeration to say that the families housed in Newtown by the Marquis of Bute in the 1840's were a vital part of the bedrock on which the prosperity of Cardiff and of the South Wales valleys was built.
The people of Newtown were not alone in causing their Catholic faith to develop and flourish in Cardiff and South Wales but their contribution was vigorous.
The Newtown Memorial Garden will be readily accessible not only to the citizens of Cardiff but also to the many visitors to the city.
www.newtown-cardiff.org.uk /assoc.php   (473 words)

  
 BBC SPORT | WALES | Tuesday night League of Wales results
In the League of Wales, Newtown went ahead against Carmarthen through a 45th minute Justin Wycombe strike.
Newtown now move up to the top three in the League of Wales.
Links to top Wales stories are at the foot of the page.
news.bbc.co.uk /sport1/hi/wales/977513.stm   (223 words)

  
 The Grove Guest House, Newtown, Powys, Wales
The Grove is a 4 Star Wales Tourist Board graded guesthouse and licensed restaurant situated on the outskirts of Newtown in Powys.
Newtown is a popular place for visitors to Wales because of its central location.
It is approximately one mile east of Newtown towards Welshpool.
www.avaweb.co.uk /powys/grove/home.html   (650 words)

  
 GENUKI: Y Drenewydd / Newtown, Montgomeryshire
The suffragette campaign in Newtown during the general elections of 1910.
A brief history of the ancient church and town, the Pryces of Newtown Hall, and the present church and modern town of Newtown Mongomeryshire.
Modern details of St David's Church, Newtown can be found on the Church in Wales, St Asaph's Diocese site Text on the War Memorial at St. David's Parish Church, Newtown.
www.genuki.org.uk:8080 /big/wal/MGY/Newtown   (717 words)

  
 Newtown Wales > y Drenewyd, Newtown Powys | Welcome > Croeso
Newtown Wales > y Drenewyd, Newtown Powys
The world famous Newtown Santa Run is held on the first Sunday of each December and is the best excuse in the world for wearing a red dress and a false beard without fear of immediate arrest.
The proposed new amusement arcade for Newtown has been rejected by the Planning Department after concerns that it will be impossible to stop Mrs Ivy Trellis of Llandinam cleaning the town out of ha'pennies.
www.newtown-wales.co.uk   (648 words)

  
 DaviesFamilyHistory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
He was born on April 6 th, 1854 in North Newtown, Montgomeryshire, Wales.  Richard was the eldest son of Richard Davies, b.1824 in Montgomeryshire, Wales.  Richard's father was a farmer and his ancestors lived in Montgomeryshire for at least 200 years previous..  Richard had  three brothers and two sisters that we know about. 
Richard's father died from a sudden heart attack at the rather young age of 48.  Richard was only 14 and his Mother, Mary (Morgan) Davies was left with 6 children to raise.
Richard and Jane had three more children after arriving;  Mame, born shortly after the trip from Wales, Stephan, who died an infant, and Rich Price Davies.  When Richard was 48 years old he married a second time.  Joesphine McNabb became his wife in 1899.  They had two daughters.
www.homestead.com /oURFAMILYJOURNAL/DaviesFamilyHistory.html   (362 words)

  
 NEWTOWN AND DISTRICT DIAL A RIDE Enquiries Newtown, Powys, Wales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
NEWTOWN AND DISTRICT DIAL A RIDE Enquiries Newtown, Powys, Wales
With the help of grants and donations, both large and small, this is an on going project to be able to continue and maintain it's present level of service We need to raise £100,000.00 a year.
Dial-A-Ride provides a vital link for the young and old but, to keep this available for the community of Mid-Wales, we need the generous support of the public and industry in fundraising donating and the recruiting of volunteers.
www.naddar.org.uk /donations.php   (320 words)

  
 Newtown mid Wales > Some more information about the town   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Mrs Trellis has just returned from a bar crawl after visiting the Newtown Live site and recommends a visit to plan your relaxation in Newtown.
I have often been asked "what is the real definition of Newtown?", as in how do you locate the place.
Well those of us who live in the area just know it as "Newtown", but many others who may be unfamiliar with the place may be a little confused.
www.newtown-wales.co.uk /more_info.html   (226 words)

  
 Highgate Farmhouse - Mid-Wales bed and breakfast and holiday cottage near Newtown, Powys - fishing, golf and riding ...
Mid Wales bed and breakfast - Highgate is a farmhouse bed and breakfast guesthouse with ground-floor accommodation also offering self catering accommodation near to Newtown in Montgomeryshire, Powys, Mid-Wales.
The holiday cottages are an ideal base for visiting Offa’s Dyke, Britain’s longest (177 miles) archeological monument, built in the 8th century to mark the boundary between Wales and England.
Highgate self catering holiday cottages are 3miles from Newtown a charming market town on the Welsh borders, unspoilt and undiscovered Mid Wales has much to offer the family on holiday.
www.buzz-pages.com /buzzpges/info/Mid-Wales/Montgomeryshire/farms/Highgate.htm   (1066 words)

  
 Archives Network Wales - Corporate name index: D   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Diocese of Llandaff (Church in Wales) USE Church in Wales
Diocese of St Asaph, Church in Wales, Diocese of St Asaph USE Church in Wales
Dyffryn Clwyd manor (Denbighshire, Wales) USE Ruthin manor, borough and lordship
www.archivesnetworkwales.info /search/thesaurus/corps/list3.shtml   (1552 words)

  
 Newtown Rugby Club - Welsh Rugby
Newtown Rugby Club was originally formed in 1925 and we are proud of our status of one of the leading sides in Mid Wales.
Following disbandment, the club was reformed in 1971 at a meeting with 50 founder members present.
The clubs 1st XV plays in the ASDA WRU Division 4 North while the 2nd XV play in the Mid Wales District League Division 1.
newtownrugby.co.uk   (234 words)

  
 The Official Newtown Website - Welcome to Newtown, Powys
I have lived in Newtown since 1976 and was a midwife in the town for 20 years.
The town of Newtown (Drenewydd in Welsh) is steeped in history and came into being in 1321.
Situated on the banks of the River Severn in one of the most visually arresting areas in Wales, Newtown's small town charm is supported by a thriving business community.
www.newtown.org.uk   (344 words)

  
 Hotels in Newtown Wales accommodation - Newtown hotels accommodation in Wales UK
Castles are everywhere in North Wales, from little stone keeps to imposing 13th century fortresses.
Newtown is situated on the main Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth train route and has a well established manufacturing base, offering a range of attractive shopping opportunities.
Newtown is probably best known for its famous sons, Robert Owen, the founder of the Co-Operative movement.
www.kayukay.co.uk /newtownhotels.html   (243 words)

  
 Holiday cottages in Powys, Wales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Self catering cottages in Powys, for your holiday cottage in Powys, Wales.
Choose self catering cottages in Powys when looking for holiday home rental accommodation in Wales
Welsh holiday cottages conjure up images of a traditional, rustic way of life amongst the dramatic landscapes and wild natural environments of Wales - holiday cottages in Powys fitting that description perfectly offering you the chance to experience the unique atmosphere of this breathtaking region.
www.ownersdirect.co.uk /Wales-Powys-3bed.htm   (156 words)

  
 BBC - Mid Wales Newtown Life - Aberhafesp
A large area of flat land that goes down to the River Severn lies to the south of the B4568 and this land is prone to flooding in the winter.
Spanning the river, to the south west of the village, is a footbridge known as the Festival Bridge which was constructed to celebrate the 1951 Festival of Britain.
As you come along the B4568 to Aberhafesp from Newtown, it is on the left hand side of the road about 1.5 miles from the last houses in Newtown.
www.bbc.co.uk /wales/mid/sites/newtown/pages/aberhafesp.shtml   (5366 words)

  
 Welcome to the official Newtown AFC website - Bringing you all the latest NAFC news, fixtures, results   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Newtown Under 9's under manager Ben Morris got through to semi final.
Newtown 2 v 1 Haverfordwest FAW Premier Cup
Newtown's Welsh League Cup dreams take a severe denting.
www.newtownafc.co.uk /reports.php   (164 words)

  
 Newtown Caravan Parks, Campsites, and Holiday Parks
Liverpool John Lennon airport is 60.9 miles (98 km) from Newtown, Powys.
The M53 jnct 12 is approximately 53.1 miles (85.4 km) from Newtown.
The Newtown Railway Station is about 1 miles (1.7 km) from Newtown.
www.pickatrail.com /sun/n/wales/campsites/newtown_powys.html   (102 words)

  
 Newtown Rotary Club - Welcome
The Across Wales Walk is coordinated by Newtown Rotary club and Llanidloes Rotary club for locals and visitors to Mid Wales who enjoy walks on the hilltops or for across Wales walking, Hillscape Walking, rambling, hiking or full trail running.
It is set in the beautiful Mid Wales countryside, With the wonderful walking in Wales, it involves two long climbs as well as various degrees of easier walking.
The Across Wales walk or run run could be classified as a multi terrain event and trail running.
www.newtown-rotary.org.uk   (497 words)

  
 Dating In Newtown for online dates in Wales
Dating in Newtown is an online Dating resource for singles in Newtown and Wales.
If you are a man that is looking for women in Wales, we have thousands of members of both sexes waiting for you now
Wales is a safe online dating site for Newtown and the whole of Wales – sign up is free, fun and fast.
www.datinginwales.com /Newtown/dating.htm   (144 words)

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