Little Switzerland (Ridgeway)

Ridgeway is an area in Newport, Wales, in the electoral ward
Ridgeway is a predominantly middle class area in Newport, Gwent. Alongside the neighbouring Alt-yr-yn and has historically been a highly sought after area of Newport due to its catchment proximity of schools such as Glasllwch Primary, which has an Estyn “Excellent” rating, and up until its move in 2009, the independent Rougemont School.
The estate consists of mainly 1920s housing with generous gardens and wide streets. Local amenities include the Ridgeway Inn and Ridgeway Cafe.
The area has earned the nickname of “Little Switzerland”[due to the generous panoramic views and style of housing.