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About Celtic Lakes

Celtic Lakes lies between Newport and Cardiff in South Wales, easily reached via the M4 motorway. The area connects to Cardiff (25km west) and Newport (6km east) via major routes, with the A48 providing scenic valley alternatives. Electric vehicle charging is excellent with around 200 public fast chargers nearby. The location's artificial lakes, created from old quarry workings, now serve as popular fishing venues renowned for their well-stocked carp populations.

Where is Celtic Lakes on the map?

Celtic Lakes is in Wales, at 51.552, -3.036 - about 10 km east of Pentwyn.

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The closest airport to Celtic Lakes is Cardiff International Airport, 43 km (about 37 min by car). Other airports nearby: Bristol Airport.

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