The name of the river derives from a Common Brittonic word meaning "abounding in fish" (or possibly "water"); this root also … See more

The whole river has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It contains estuary with mudflats and salt marsh, lagoons, bog and marsh, varied grassland and woodland habitats along its course. Its flora and fauna are diverse and include See more

There are a number of former watermills along the banks of the river, the majority of which were engaged in milling corn for flour production. … See more

• List of rivers of Wales
• Usk Valley Walk
• List of bridges in Wales See more

There are multiple bridge crossings of the river, variously for vehicles, pedestrians and rail traffic. A number are of historic interest, notably a … See more

The River Usk has played an important role in the history of Wales and features in some local folk-tales.
Historically, the tidal reaches of the Usk have been used as a major shipping port for much of the last millennium, mostly because of its wide … See more

• The Usk Valley Walk - photos
• A trophy salmon from the Usk in October 1917
• Canoe Wales website information on canoe touring the Usk See more