Gwent justice & public safety directory

Q: How do I contact the police in Gwent?

In an emergency always call 999. For non-emergencies call 101 or contact Gwent Police at https://www.gwent.police.uk.

Q: Where is the nearest court in Gwent?

Newport Wales Crown Court is the nearest, about 8 km away. See the full list of nearby courts above.

Q: How can I get legal aid in Gwent?

Many of the solicitors listed above are legal-aid providers. Contact a firm directly to check eligibility, or browse all solicitors for more options.

Q: How do I visit someone in prison near Gwent?

Prescoed is the nearest prison (about 6 km away). Visits must usually be booked in advance — see the prison page for details.

Your central source for justice and public-safety services in Gwent. Find local police, courts, custody centres, prisons and legal help — in one place.

1Police Force

5Courts

4Custody Centres

1Prison

8+Legal Providers

County in Wales, England & Wales

Nearest Police Force

Gwent Police

Primary Force

Headquarters: Police Headquarters, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran, NP44 2XJ

Gwent Police (Welsh: Heddlu Gwent) is a territorial police force in Wales, responsible for policing the local authority areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport and Torfaen.

Website:https://www.gwent.police.uk

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Nearest Courts

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Newport Wales Crown Court

8 miles away

Crown Court

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Cardiff Crown Court

22.4 miles away

Crown Court

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Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court

26.7 miles away

Crown Court

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Bristol Crown Court

37.1 miles away

Crown Court

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Hereford Crown Court

48.9 miles away

Crown Court

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Nearest Custody Centres

Gwent Headquarters Turnpike Road, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran, NP44 2XJ

0.1 mi

Cwmbran Police Station Tudor Road, Cwmbran, NP44 3XA

1 mi

Pontypool Police Station Glantorvaen Road, Pontypool, NP4 6YN

4.8 mi

Newport Central Police Station 1-3 Cardiff Road, Newport, Gwent NP20 2EH

9.1 mi

Nearest Prison

Prescoed

6 miles away

HMP/YOI Prescoed, Coed-y-paen, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1DL

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Legal Solicitors & Legal Help in Gwent

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NEWBOLD SOLICITORS LIMITED

Solicitor

Property - ResidentialProperty - CommercialWills, Trusts and Tax Planning+3

Cwmbran

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Rubin Lewis O'Brien LLP

Solicitor

FamilyProperty - ResidentialProbate and Estate Administration+6

Cwmbran

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WADE & WADE LLP

Solicitor

Wills, Trusts and Tax PlanningProbate and Estate AdministrationProperty - Residential

Cwmbran

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Watkins & Gunn Limited

Solicitor

FamilyCriminal DefenceProperty - Residential+6

Pontypool

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Everett Tomlin Lloyd & Pratt

Legal Aid Provider

Criminal DefenceFamily

Pontypool

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Watkins & Gunn LTD

Legal Aid Provider

Family

Pontypool

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Welsh Housing Aid LTD Ta Shelter Cymru

Legal Aid Provider

DebtHousing

Pontypool

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STEPHENS WILMOT LTD

Solicitor

Wills, Trusts and Tax PlanningLitigation - OtherProperty - Commercial+2

Pont-y-Pwl

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About Gwent

Gwent is a county in Wales. This directory connects you to local justice services including police, courts, custody centres, prisons and trusted legal professionals.

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County at a glance

Local Authorities5
Police ForceGwent Police
Court Locations5 nearby
Prisons1 nearby

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Frequently asked questions

How do I contact the police in Gwent?

Where is the nearest court in Gwent?

How can I get legal aid in Gwent?

How do I visit someone in prison near Gwent?