“The Sunshine Town”
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Newport NH is a quiet, friendly mill town located 6 miles west of Lake Sunapee between interstates 89 and 91. So quiet in fact that you could drive right though it and miss most of the fun things to do!
There is a wide variety of great places to eat, a thriving art scene, and wonderful outdoor recreation including camping, golf, and biking and hiking.
During the summer months the town common has events all weekend. Farmers’ Markets are held on Fridays 3-6pm, flea markets and crafts fairs on Saturdays, and outdoor concerts on the bandstand every Sunday.
Newport Arts & Entertainment
The Newport Opera House Performance Center offers a variety of music and entertainment, ranging from rock, jazz, folk, dancing, theater and children’s programs.
The Newport Library Arts Center is a mini-museum and art studio that features rotating exhibitions by well known local artists and local art students as well as art classes and workshops for all ages.
Art lovers will want to stop in at the Odds and Ends Antique Shop in the town center to meet painter Barbara Huff and see her shop full of Newport historical pictures and her own stunning artwork of abstracts and landscapes of the area.
Don’t miss “The Train Mural” depicting the four seasons of New Hampshire along with the many landmarks of the town of Newport, on display in the center of town on the Johnson Block building.
Newport Winter Carnival from Great Island Photography
Recreation in and around Newport
There is plenty of indoor and outdoor recreation including hikes in the town forest up to the great views at the Pinnacle. You can bike or hike the 9 mile long Sugar River rail trail that passes over two covered railroad bridges and follows the river all the way to Claremont.
Mt. Sunapee and Whaleback Mountain, are both within a half-hour drive. On selected dates during the summer Mt. Sunapee runs the ski lift for aerial sky rides to the top of the mountain.
The Newport Recreation Department is a town-owned recreational complex with a new track, baseball and softball fields, basketball court, tennis courts, ski jumps, ice rinks and parks.
The Newport Disc Golf Course is open for playing! 18 holes starting at the High School. Discs can be purchased at NAPA Auto Parts in Newport.
For more information about events in Newport see our Events Calendar page.
Newport Shopping
| Dorr Mill Store The store offers woolen fabrics, blankets, ready-made sweaters and other clothing, and hundreds of fancy accessories to delight those who love sewing and needlework. 603-863-1197, 800-846-DORR |
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| Kathan Gardens The best products and plants with the right advice to help you grow your garden. 146 Elm Street, Newport (603) 863-1089 Monday – Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-3 |
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| Hubert’s Family Outfitters Quality clothes at a good value in a friendly, helpful atmosphere. Also in New London. 46-54 Main St. Newport 603-863-2234 |
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| M.J. Harrington Jewelers Jewelry, Gifts & the NH Heritage Collection Iconic Treasures of the Granite State 35 Main Street, Newport, NH 03773 Phone: 603-863-1662 Toll Free: 1-800-257-6539 Email:mjinfo@mjharrington.com |
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Newport Restaurants
| The Salt Hill Pub Newport’s newest dining establishment is an Irish themed restaurant and pub featuring large portions and reasonable prices. 58 Main Street Newport 603-863-7774 |
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| Camden Brook Market and Cafe Deli case, delicious fresh made soups, BBBLTs, take & bake, plus daily specials 49 John Stark Hwy Newport, NH 03773 603-865-5416 |
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| The Old Courthouse Outstanding American cuisine. 30 Main St. Newport (behind the Opera House) Lunch: Wed – Sat 11:30am – 2pm Dinner: Wed – Sun from 5pm Sunday Brunch Buffet: 9:30am – 1:30pm Closed Mon and Tues. Reservations Appreciated. 603-863-8360 |
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| Ming China This tiny storefront Chinese restaurant, barely big enough for its 3 dining tables, has a huge variety on its menu and serves up large portions of delicious food. (eat in or take out) 3 South Main St. Newport 603-863-7730 |
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| The Original Village Pizza This excellent pizza shop features thick-crust pizza, Italian style dinner plates and salads. 7 South Main Street, Newport 603-863-3400 |
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