Visit Oswestry

Visit Oswestry Oswestry is a friendly, traditional market town, in North West Shropshire on the border with Wales.

Oswestry is a Shropshire market town almost surrounded by Wales. It is an undiscovered corner of North Shropshire that began over 3000 years ago when the iron age hill fort, Old Oswestry, was built. This is one of Britain’s finest hill forts and is the place for scenic walks with wonderful Shropshire views. Over thousands of years the border location created a need for fortresses and castles and n

ow you can follow a trail of castles through Shropshire and North Wales. The industrial revolution then brought limeworks, canals, aqueducts and railways and their legacy give today’s visitors fascinating days out on heritage railways and the amazing ‘stream in the sky’ at World Heritage Site Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. From Offa’s Dyke National Path, to the Shropshire way and Oswald’s trail, Oswestry and The Borderlands are the perfect location for an activity holiday walking along the border between England and Wales and into England’s largest inland county - Shropshire. Oswestry is still a market town with lively street markets and speciality artisan markets throughout the year. The indoor market is bustling with an eclectic mix of stalls. The centre piece of the town is the traditional park, with its wonderful floral displays and live events thorough the summer. Don’t miss the food festival or soaring Hot Air Balloon Carnival. Visit Oswestry and enjoy café culture, great award winning independent shops and pubs and stay longer at one of our individual hotels, b and bs or self catering cottages.

Sunday Staycation Inspiration – Has to be the remarkable The Old Mill, Candy!Situated in the blissfully peaceful Candy V...
07/06/2026

Sunday Staycation Inspiration – Has to be the remarkable The Old Mill, Candy!
Situated in the blissfully peaceful Candy Valley, but just 3 miles out from Oswestry, The Old Mill lies perfectly on the Offa’s D**e long-distance path. They offer a beautiful bed and breakfast with two double bed rooms, both having en-suite showers and a twin room with a private bathroom. During the Summer months, they also offer camping with a lovely common room space.
They are happy to prepare packed lunches, ideal for visitors who may want to go on a pleasant stroll without the hassle of worrying about lunch. The Old Mill has a beautiful garden and riverside land, perfect for guests to wander around without straying too far on a trail. Very much a paradise on the doorstep.

Make sure you get down to the Community Games in Cae Glas Park this afternoon. On until 4pm with special guest Paralympi...
07/06/2026

Make sure you get down to the Community Games in Cae Glas Park this afternoon. On until 4pm with special guest Paralympian - Nick Beighton. Photos by Grum

Before Volunteers week closes I would like to thank Ours! Our board are all volunteers as are our town guides and many o...
06/06/2026

Before Volunteers week closes I would like to thank Ours! Our board are all volunteers as are our town guides and many of those who help us make it through each week ....refilling map boxes, helping in the shop, social media posts, our window displays and more! As a small not for profit business we simply could not function without them. So thank you a hundred times thank you. Oswestry & the Borderlands would be much the poorer without you! (Image Llanfyllin Workhouse)

Looking for adventure? Visit Oswestry and The Borderlands! We have white water, high water and very high water at Pontcy...
06/06/2026

Looking for adventure? Visit Oswestry and The Borderlands! We have white water, high water and very high water at Pontcysyllte! With Mountains and long-distance trails alongside fun kiddi walks and waterfalls neatly placed next to the teashop, you won't ever be bored of the borderlands! Not sure where to start or looking for some expert guides for a wild ride? Get in touch with Whitewater Active or Bearded Men Adventures . If you are looking to plan some walks Oswestry has lots of walking books and maps to help you on your way and info about where to stay!

The Mere, Ellesmere. Photos by Grum
06/06/2026

The Mere, Ellesmere. Photos by Grum

Planning an event this summer or beyond.... Wedding, tradeshow, party, theatricals... need a bar? Fork Handles Farm hav...
05/06/2026

Planning an event this summer or beyond.... Wedding, tradeshow, party, theatricals... need a bar? Fork Handles Farm have a wonderful mobile event bar just waiting for you! Get in touch!

05/06/2026
Wonderful nature, Llanymynech. Photos by Grum
05/06/2026

Wonderful nature, Llanymynech. Photos by Grum

Do you want to know more about Oswestry? Learn about our history? Take a guided town tour with one of our knowledgeable ...
04/06/2026

Do you want to know more about Oswestry? Learn about our history? Take a guided town tour with one of our knowledgeable guides. Visit Oswestry run these tours and they are of interest to locals and visitors alike. Our next tour of the season will be on Saturday 6th June and your guide will be Geoff. Tours run from Easter to September every Saturday at 10.30am from Oswestry Tourist Information Centre , Oswestry Indoor Market, Bailey Head, Oswestry, SY11 1PZ. The cost is £5 per adult with children under 14 free. Call 07536 992588 to book or just turn up.
https://www.visitoswestry.co.uk/attractions/oswestry-walking-tours/

A "floral walk" at Llanymynech this morning. Photos by Grum
04/06/2026

A "floral walk" at Llanymynech this morning. Photos by Grum

Address

Oswestry Market Hall, Bailey Head
Oswestry
SY111PZ

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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+441691662753

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