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VISIT OSWESTRYWhat to see, do & where to stay 2020

Where Shropshire meets Wales

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HistoricMarkets have featured in Oswestry since 1262 and there is nothing better than being here on market day when stalls are scattered from Bailey Head down to Llwyd Mansion right in the centre of town. From the ramparts of the 3,000-year-old hill fort- Old Oswestry, to the stunning castles of Whittington and Chirk that once guarded the borders of the Marches, Oswestry and the Borderlands are ready to share their fascinating history with you.

FriendlySometimes English, sometimes Welsh, Oswestry and The Borderlands are known for their friendly folk. Take a stroll round town, call in at some of our independent shops,

stop for a cuppa or visit one of the town’s traditional pubs – you will be very welcome.

SurprisingOur visitors often say the surprise is that there is so much to see and so many different events to go to and yet they hadn’t been here before. Don’t miss the dramatic metal sculptures at The British Ironworks or a walk over the awesome ‘Stream in the Sky’ at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Be here in July for the fun and free Food and Drink Festival or in August when the Hot Air Balloon Carnival takes off from our beautiful town centre park. Stay a day or longer – we are sure you will find surprises around every corner.

Historic, friendly, surprising

where Shropshire meets WalesWelcome to Oswestry – a great little town that sits snugly between North West Shropshire and the Welsh Borderlands. Can we tempt you to visit? Browse through this brochure to discover lots more about our special corner of England and we hope to see you soon.

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Contents4 Oswestry Town8 Oswestry Town Council10 Let’s explore Oswestry & the Borderlands26 Let’s have fun - family time28 Let us entertain you - arts & festivals

32 Let’s go out - events calendar36 Let’s find things to do - attractions43 Let’s eat, drink & sleep - food, drink and where to stay52 Area Map54 Oswestry town map & shopping

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It’s traditional, it’s friendly, it’s a market town – this is Oswestry

There’s a bit of a buzz about Oswestry these days and we think it’s coming from our visitors who say, “What a friendly town, what a surprise, we love it!”

Visit on market days - enjoy the bargains as you discover the many independent shops and stalls. Browse for antiques and arts, indulge your inner MasterChef, be a bookworm or go on a discovery of local flavours in our speciality food shops.

Take to the streets - and enjoy one of the many events that take place in the town centre. From the free, fun and friendly food festival to the soaring hot air balloon carnival through to the festive Christmas live, we think Oswestry is “Fest Fab” all year!

Take a walk in the park - its “much loved” status says so much about how it brings together locals and visitors alike. Stroll past the stunning flowers in the memorial gardens, the life size bronze statue of Wilfred Owen the war poet, then on to the Victorian Bandstand and play areas.

Enjoy ice creams and picnics all summer long and why not spend a sunny Sunday afternoon chilling while you listen to one of the free summer concerts?

Relish the tastes and flavours of Oswestry – the café culture is scrumptious and the pub scene lively. Many of Oswestry’s oldest buildings are pubs and the town was once said to have over 100! Now the pubs, cafes and restaurants are as lively or laid back as you could want. Celebrate local produce in the restaurants or experience the growing pub music scene. We’re a friendly bunch so come on in!

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Begin at the beginning - Old Oswestry. This 3000-year-old hill fort is consideredto be one of the finest in the country and legend even has it that Queen Guinevere was born here. The ramparts have softened over time and are now a haven for plants and wildlife. Take a walk to the top and enjoy views over Oswestry town and the Shropshire plain.

Get to know King Oswald - the town is said to be named after this king and saint. Visit the Church of St. Oswald and the timbered old school building in the churchyard and you will be in one of oldest parts of the town. Walk on a little further and you will come to Oswald’s Well. The folklore and myth say that when Oswald died at the battle of Maserfield a large raven scooped up his severed arm and where it dropped was the point that the first water of Oswald’s Well sprung. St. Oswald’s Day is 5th August and in 2020 there will be the first St. Oswald’s Festival.

Ready to ride? – Oswestry’s Cambrian Railway heritage is fascinating. It began with Thomas Savin, the gunpowder expert and visionary who brought the railway to the centre of town. Later, Wilfred Owen’s father Tom was posted to Oswestry after being taken on as a junior clerk by Great

Western Railway. In 2020 the long-awaited connection from Oswestry to Weston will re-open. Should we mention there is a brewery and distillery at the other end?

Walk the Wilfred Owen trail – the war poet was born in Oswestry in 1893. Follow the trail around town to see Victorian Oswestry that he and his family would recognise. Then, take a quiet moment in the park to see his life size bronze statue. Want to know more about the history of town? Visit The Town Museum in the Guildhall on the market square or, on summer Saturdays, why not join one of our volunteer guides for a walking tour of historic Oswestry.


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Historic - they say that Queen Guinevere was born at Old Oswestry Hill Fort. Did she play there and watch the dawn from the ramparts?

Friendly - take a stroll round town to meet our friendly independent shopkeepers

Surprising - watch the hot air balloons as they glide over town after launching from Cae Glas Park at the Balloon Carnival in August

There is a great pride, tradition and optimism about Oswestry and at Oswestry Town Council we celebrate this in our day to day role within the town. As a council, we believe that by supporting many of the community activities and attractions throughout the year, the vibrancy of the town will be enhanced, and visitors and locals alike will enjoy being in Oswestry and will want to return.

The markets are an inherent part of Oswestry’s identity. The traditional weekly street markets continue today and often include speciality themes – why not visit the bustling monthly Artisan Market or our Autumn Apple Day? The indoor market, open every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, has an eclectic mix of speciality stalls that offer everything from fresh local produce and street food to collectors’ stalls and dressmakers.

We enjoy supporting Oswestry ‘s fast growing programme of events, many of which take place in the town streets and Cae Glas Park. From the free, fun, Food and Drink Festival in July to the soaring

Hot Air Balloon Carnival in August and the ultimate pre-Christmas celebration that is Christmas Live- the streets of Oswestry Town are full of people having fun.

As a council we are especially proud of award winning Cae Glas Park – in 2019, not only did we win a 15th consecutive gold award in Heart of England in Bloom but also the local Neighbourhood award and Fields in Trust gave the park ‘much loved’ status. Walk through the memorial gates, past the stunning summer flowers and the recently installed statue of the Oswestry born, famous war poet, Wilfred Owen.

Enjoy a game of bowls or tennis, challenge the family at crazy golf and have fun at the new children’s play area. Visit on a summer afternoon and bring a picnic as music soars from the Victorian bandstand during the free Summer concerts that feature everything from traditional brass bands to rock and reggae.

Oswestry Visitor & Exhibition Centre is a landmark building in the town; built in 1407, it was the second oldest grammar school in the country. Visit the Town Museum too, housed in our impressive Guild Hall, it celebrates Oswestry and its people.

We are hoping to receive coach friendly status in 2020 and are already welcoming many coach tours to town. We can meet your coach and give you an introduction to our lovely market town. (See map on page 55 for coach park and drop off points). If visiting by coach, let us welcome you. Contact [email protected] to help make your visit easier.


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Summer Sundays - FREE Music in the ParkJune 14th & 28th, July 12th & 26th,

August 2nd & 23rd

Easter Fun Day Good Friday April 10th

Gardeners’ Market 29th May

Food and Drink Festival 11th and 12th July

Chill Out in the Park 26th July 1-5pm

Hot Air Balloon Carnival 29th and 30th August

Heritage Open Days 11th to 20th September

Community Games 13th September

Apple Day 10th October

Oswestry 10K Run October 18th

Bonfire Night 7th November

Christmas Lights switch on 19th November

Christmas Live 4th December

Christmas Parade 5th December

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Chirk Aqueduct

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Take a day out from Oswestry and head towards North Wales.

Dare you walk across the Stream in the Sky? - Thomas Telford’s awesome aqueducts are part of the 11 mile long UNESCO World Heritage site. Take a stroll along the first on the Llangollen Canal at Chirk – look up to see a train passing on the viaduct or maybe be overtaken by a narrow boat headed towards the ‘Darkie’, a 460 yard long canal tunnel. Now catch your breath when you reach the wondrous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Walk across and dare to look over the parapet, this is Thomas Telford’s “stream in the sky”.

Song and dance time - the riverside town of Llangollen is also famous for The International Eisteddfod, a unique and colourful festival of song and dance.

Performers come from all over the world to showcase their country’s love of performance. The evening concerts feature everything from pop to jazz and world music, Be there too for The Choir of the World competition- the highlight amongst many at the week long event.

Travel with horsepower – take a trip on Llangollen railway, the trains steam up the Dee Valley and there aren’t many summer weekends when they don’t have a special event – you might even meet that famous tank engine, Thomas. Since 1884 there has been real horsepower on the canal, take a trip on the horse-drawn boats in Llangollen and relax as you enjoy this most picturesque stretch of the canal. Go a little further to the Horseshoe Falls where canal and river split.

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Visit a castle or historic house - the imposing castle at Chirk is only a short drive away and is perched overlooking Shropshire, Cheshire and North Wales. Events throughout the summer bring knights and princesses into the courtyard one weekend or battling soldiers in heavy armour the next. The spring snowdrop walks are a perfect way to discover the wooded estate grounds or how about an autumn bat walk?

Or historic house - another impressive mansion will demand a visit. Erddig Hall at Wrexham couldn’t be more different to the Marcher castle at Chirk. This red brick hall was left untouched for many years and now gives glimpses of a fascinating stately home which boasted an unusual and close relationship between the masters and their servants. A real “upstairs downstairs” experience – don’t miss the poems written about many of the staff – some of them sound real characters!

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Take the scenic route – don’t miss the drive through The Ceiriog Valley. You will find charming and tiny Welsh hamlets then travel through wild landscapes back to Oswestry.


Historic - Chirk Castle has been gazing over the Marches countryside since 1295. Take a walk to the ha-ha, you can see for miles on a clear day

Friendly - get to know the performers at the International Eisteddfod in July. They come from all over the world to this colourful spectacle of music and dance

Surprising - when you take a cruise with the horse drawn boats of Llangollen, we believe you will be travelling with Britain’s oldest travel company!

Take a day out from Oswestry and head towards North Shropshire.

Meet the New Saints football team – at the Venue. Our local team crosses the border, they are based in Shropshire and play in Wales. It’s a fun family venue too, there’s soft play, 10 pin bowling, gym and places to eat.

All creatures great and small – The place to meet everything from guinea pigs to shire horses and to learn lots more about rural life is the award winning, Park Hall Countryside Experience. This is not only the place to meet the smallest and cuddliest rabbits and guinea pigs but also to learn lots more about rural life. It’s a fun filled family day out with a farming theme and so much more. Pig racing, lamb feeding and tractor rides can be followed by a war time trenches experience or a visit to the Welsh Guards museum. Want to know more about farming? Then visit Oswestry Show in August. Meet Shropshire

and North Wales championship farm animals, watch show jumping and see the biggest and best farm machinery in this one day farming spectacular.

That pantomime connection – we have to mention Dick Whittington (though possibly not his cat). The legendary figure has strong connections to Whittington village’s own castle. He would probably still recognise what remains of the castle and moat though could be surprised to see wedding couples posing in the castle grounds!

What a performance! – 2020 will be Whittington’s 8th festival of classical Chamber music and will take the theme Folklassical - Hungarian, Alpine and Celtic Folk Music and Classical Music. This friendly music festival brings an exciting line-up of folk and classical musicians from around the world to a tiny border village.

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Park Hall - Countryside ExperienceOswestry ShowWhittington CastleEllesmere & the MeresHawkstone Follies

Let’s explore North Shropshire and travel through the ages. An ice age mere, a medieval castle, a world war trench and today’s world of farming.


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Historic - you can’t find a more quintessential English village than Whittington. The moated castle is right in the centre and a perfect summer day out would be to their village fete in August Friendly - meet the animals at Park Hall Countryside Experience – but look out you could be nibbled by an over-friendly goat!

Surprising - A Welsh football team in Shropshire? Follow the New Saints if you are a football fan.


Our own lake district – the Ice Age saw the formation of the meres and mosses that are known as Shropshire’s Lakelands. Ellesmere, Colemere, Blakemere are renowned for the birdlife and a visit in spring to the Heron Watch can be rewarded with a close-up view of these elegant birds. In summer, enjoy The Mere and hire a rowing boat or enjoy a trip on the little cruiser that tootles around the lake. Take to two wheels and hire a bike to explore. Want to see a bit more of this pretty town? The historic canal wharf is right in the centre of town and from here you can follow the iconic Ellesmere Sculpture Trail back to the mere and beyond.

Off the edge - go to the furthest edge of North Shropshire now. Wem, Whitchurch and Market Drayton are more of Shropshire’s unique market towns. Then visit Hawkstone

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Follies. it’s a 200 year old extravagant woodland fantasy with caves and grottos. Climb to the top for striking views over the Shropshire plain.

Take a day out from Oswestry and head towards Shrewsbury, our county town and on to the Ironbridge Gorge Museum.

Begin the day with iron – start at the British Ironwork Centre and Sculpture Park on the outskirts of Oswestry. This unique attraction will intrigue and amaze you. Their metal sculpture trail will introduce you to everything from a golden giraffe to a dragon perched quietly on top of a car – not yours, we can assure you! Home to the well travelled and emotive Knife Angel, this sculpture park is always offering something unique and fascinating. The 2 day transport rally in July adds a different metal perspective to your day out!

Wet but definitely not wild - imagine when the canals were the main transport arteries and discover the tranquil Montgomery Canal heading towards

Welshpool and Newtown. The canal is now creeping back to life as parts are restored and you will be fascinated by the birds, bees and butterflies as you stroll along. A very pleasant way to see more is to take a ride on a traditional narrow boat at Maesbury and let Cracker the horse pull you along this unspoilt stretch of the Monty.

Then wild but not wet - turn left at Nesscliffe and climb up to Kynaston’s cave. Shropshire’s only highwayman (as far as we know!) lived here with his horse Beelzebub. He was more Robin Hood than gangster and he must have loved the glorious views over Shropshire and Wales. Follow the view to Melverley and the River Severn and visit St. Peter’s black and white timber framed church. It sits on a bend of the river and has been welcoming pilgrims for over 1000 years.

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Get to know Sabrina, goddess of the river - discover Shrewsbury nestling in a loop of the River Severn. Charles Darwin’s birthplace is a higgledy piggledy mix of black and white buildings. Don’t miss the world famous flower show in August – a spectacular event with flowers, music, arena events and the occasional celebrity chef.

Another day out with iron - the second UNESCO World Heritage site in our area is Ironbridge. Recognised as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, the iconic iron bridge is the centre piece for a fascinating collection of 10 museums. These highlight everything from Victorian life to industry, bone china and science. Spend time at the Victorian town of Blists Hill and experience the nostalgia of childhood sweet shops, you could spend a penny or two in the bank or enjoy a sing song in the village

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Historic - follow the River Severn from the beautiful timber framed church at Melverley onto Shropshire’s county town of Shrewsbury. Friendly - spend the day at Blists Hill Victorian Museum and meet the shop keepers. They will charm you with stories of times gone by.

Surprising - see heavy metal transformed. Take a closer look at the sculptures at the British Ironwork Centre, could that be a gorilla of spoons or an angel of knives?

pub with ales from a bygone time. Ready for a cuppa now? Coalport China Museum will show you the most exquisite china cups and saucers and more.

Take a day out from Oswestry and head south into Wales and the aptly named market town of Welshpool. Stop on the way at Llanymynech for the Limeworks and canal then onto Lake Vyrnwy and the wondrous waterfall at Llanrhaeadr.

Amble along the edge - Offa’s Dyke Path defines the border as you head south from Oswestry. From here down to Montgomery, you will often take one step in Wales and one in England, so you can imagine just how stunning the landscapes are as you walk the path. Llanymynech village could be your first stop and it is right on that border. The Limeworks Heritage Area and restored Hoffman Kiln alongside the canal give you an insight into how lime was produced. Walk along the tow path to get a dramatic view of Llanymynech Rocks.

Perched above them is the local golf club, it is the only course where you can tee off in England and putt out in Wales! Breidden Hill topped by Rodney’s Pillar soars 350 metres over the valley looking towards Welshpool and has been guarding the view since the gentlemen of Montgomery built the pillar in tribute to Admiral Rodney.

Climb aboard – Welshpool and Llanfair Railway is one of the great little trains of Wales. They steam through the beautiful Mid-Wales countryside from Welshpool to Llanfair Caerinion and back. You could be helping stoke a locomotive if being a train driver is on your bucket list. There are lots of special events in Welshpool through the year – don’t miss the summer transport festival and you can boogie into the 1940s festival in September.


Offa’s Dyke Path Rodney’s Pillar Llanymynech Lime Works Welshpool & Llanfair RailwayPowis CastleLake VyrnwyLlanrhaeadr Waterfall

Let’s explore the border and follow the steps of an ancient king, jump aboard one of the great little trains of Wales and wonder at a waterfall higher than Niagara

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Take a detour - to National Trust property Powis Castle. Discover the fascinating Clive Of India collection and wonder at the enormous yew trees in the terraced gardens. You could say that The Andrew Logan Museum in Berriew is fascinating. This showcase of the sculptor’s work is also delightful, different and like nothing you will have seen before.

Where next? Hidden gems are calling - The serene and scenic Lake Vyrnwy will be a beautiful stop before you head back to Oswestry. The man made lake is renowned for the RSPB bird reserve. Why not hire a bike? All the family could enjoy the views as you cycle around the 12 mile flat circuit. Time for one more wonder in Wales? - It must be Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall. The trip from Lake Vyrnwy over to Llanrhaeadr takes in some of the most majestic scenery

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Historic - the 42.5 metre chimneyof the Hoffman Kiln at Llanymynech Limeworks certainly wouldn’t have been on Father Christmas’s list! Explore woodlands, wildlife meadows and canal side walks nearby. Friendly - you’ll be in good company if you walk along Offa’s Dyke. Don’t forget to say hello to everyone you meet

Surprising - “Absolutely wonderful.” “An intriguing and delightful spectacle,” Just some of the comments from visitors to Andrew Logan’s really unusual museum of modern art.

in Mid Wales. Visit on a rainy day to see why, on a recent visit, David Beckham called the waterfall “ridiculously beautiful”.

Visit a farm - get up close and personal with the cutest animals at the national award- winning farm attraction, Park Hall Countryside Experience. Lamb feeding starts the year and losing yourself (or maybe an annoying brother or sister) in the maize maze is a fun day out in summer.

Meet a gorilla – but not as you know it! Visit the British Ironworks Centre and see how many metal animals you can count on safari. Did you spot the dinosaur sized scorpion or maybe the enormous spoon gorilla?

Go on a science quest - let’s explore and you could call in at Techniquest Glyndŵr at Wrexham for sensational demos and lots of fun at the live science shows.

Time for castle capers - for all sorts of historical fun, let’s find a castle. Anyone being naughty? They could be put in the stocks at Whittington Castle or even end up in the dungeons at Chirk Castle. Better be good then!

Let’s make tracks - how about a day on wheels or tracks? Try a train ride, you could spend a whole day going from one track to another. Steam or diesel – you choose. A gentle bike ride round Ellesmere or Lake Vyrnwy is fun but if it’s a bit more action you would like, get on a trail bike and have a day in the mud in the Berwyn Mountains.

Make a date with the New Saints – our local football club has more than just match day fun. It’s a venue for all the family with soft play and a bowling alley and bar.

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Historic - be a knight or princess for a day at Chirk Castle Friendly - have a cuddle with a rabbit or groom a miniature pony at Park Hall Countryside Experience

Surprising - get your ice skates on in Oswestry Town Centre at Christmas Live

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Historic - Oswestry and The Borderlands bring history to life throughout the year. Meet folk from medieval life, let the kids be a knight or princess for a day or boogie in the 1940s. Friendly - we’ll line the streets of town and cheer when you take on the Oswestry 10k run. Have fun and finish!

Surprising - there is only one hot air balloon carnival that takes off from the centre of a town and that’s Oswestry. Watching them soar over town is a wonderful way to spend a Bank Holiday weekend.

It could be the border location that helps bring together so many diverse talents but whatever the cause the result is a great mix of arts and events that will keep you entertained all year long.

Fun, free and fab - the Oswestry Food and Drink Festival takes centre stage in July when all things local and delicious can be tasted throughout the town centre. There are often speciality markets and events too. Apple day is tasty and the dog shows are the friendliest! The sparkling finale of the year is Christmas Live. We’ll close the streets and fill them with fairground rides, an ice rink, food stalls, street entertainers and finish it all with a whoosh of fireworks.

It’s all hot air – on a, hopefully sunny, August Bank Holiday weekend you will see all shapes and sizes of balloons gliding over the town centre after their take-off from Cae Glas Park all sorts of

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Whittington Chamber Music FestivalBorderland Visual ArtsOswestry Food & Drink FestivalLlangollen International EisteddfodOswestry Agricultural ShowOswestry Hot Air Balloon CarnivalOswestry Christmas Live

entertainment fill the days and Saturday night finishes spectacularly with the night glow when the balloon burners are fired to a resounding music finale.

Music, art and drama, food, flowers and fireworks – these borderlands are fest fabulous all year

The Borderlands are brilliant – don’t miss Oswestry Show in August, it’s a one day show of everything rural. There are so many events through the summer, take a trip back in time and visit a castle and bring history to life - you could be trying on armour or learning to joust and the knights and princesses’ weekend is always a fun filled family event. Another family day out is Kids Fest and for a more grown up experience – there’s Oktober Fest both in The Quarry Park in Shrewsbury.

Borderland artistry - Oswestry is home to around 200 artists, including Borderland Visual Arts. The exhibitions keep flowing throughout the year at galleries such as Qube, The Visitor and Exhibition Centre, Willow Gallery and the Library. Visit in June and you can meet the people behind the art in their open studios event.

Music minded? – you are in for a treat. From the Youth Music and International Chamber Music Festivals in spring through to the International Eisteddfod in high summer, whichever music genre is your favourite, there will be an event to enjoy. It’s local too. The town music scene is buzzing. From charismatic venues like The Hermon Chapel to many of the local pubs, there is an eclectic mix of live music to enjoy. Want a different way to spend a Sunday afternoon? There are free Sunday concerts in the park - Salsa one Sunday, Reggae the next or maybe a local brass band.

And for the finale – we can’t wait for the opening of the Holroyd Community Theatre, a new venue with an exciting and varied programme of productions. The new residential Shakespeare Summer School with renowned RSC coach Michael Corbidge promises to be something special too.

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Here are just some of the events to enjoy in Oswestry and the Borderlands throughout the year. To find out the latest events go to our web site www.visitoswestry.co.uk or call The Information Centre 01691 662753

Events 2020Calendar of

JANUARY

1st Llangollen Railway Mince Pie Special

6th - 4th Feb Qube Gallery Creative Groups Exhibition

FEBRUARY

Chirk Castle Snowdrop Walks

1st Willow Gallery Live Music -Vera van Heeringen Trio

18th - 7th March Willow Gallery Open Art Exhibition 15th - 23rd Park Hall Countryside Experience Lambing Live

6th - 9th March Qube Gallery Ruby Reseigh Exhibition

15th Cross Street, Oswestry Produce Market

15th & 16th, 18th & 19th, 20th, 22nd & 23rd Welshpool & Llanfair Railway (WLLR) Half Term Winter Warmers

MARCH

6th Hermon Chapel, Oswestry. N-Ex-T- Double Bill: Kamera Obscura & Two Dogs

7th & 8th Chirk Castle World Book Weekend

13th - 28th April Qube Gallery Photography Competition & Exhibition

14th - 2nd May Willow Gallery Painting with Words

20th - 22nd Park Hall Countryside Experience 48 Hour Live Trenches Experience

27th Willow Gallery Live Music - ALAW

28th Llangollen Railway Real Ale Train

28th & 29th Whittington Castle Re-enactment - American Civil War

APRIL

4th - 19th Park Hall Countryside Experience Easter Eggstravaganza

4th - 19th Chirk Castle Discover our Bird Life

10th Whittington Castle Plant Hunter Fair

10th Oswestry Market, Bailey head Easter Fun Day

10th & 11th Telford International Centre Shropshire Kids Fest

10th - 13th Chirk Castle Cadbury’s Easter Egg Hunts

12th & 13th Whittington Castle Easter Egg Hunts

11th - 13th WLLRailway Easter Fun Rides

17th - 19th Llangollen Railway Thomas the Tank Engine Weekend


18th Willow Gallery Live Music - Tom McConville

25th WLLRailway Sierra Leone Independence Day Celebration

MAY

1st - 12th June Qube Gallery 20:20 Print Exchange Exhibition

2nd Willow Gallery Craft Fair

2nd & 3rd Whittington Castle Napoleonic Living History Weekend

9th Llangollen Railway Evening Real Ale Train

9th & 10th Whittington Castle War of the Roses Event

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KinoKultureOswestry’s

Community CinemaArthur Street SY11 1JN

www.kinokulture.org.ukT: 01691 238167

Hermon ChapelArts Venue

Chapel Street SY11 1LF

www.hermonchapel.comT: 01691 662196

20th – 22 March Park Hall Countryside Experience

48 Hour Live Trenches Experience

www.parkhallfarm.co.uk

12th – 17th MayWhittington International Chamber Music Festival

FolkClassical

www.whittingtonmusic festival.org.uk

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4th DecemberChristmas Live – Ho, Ho, Ho

Fairground rides, market stalls, food, music and fireworks

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9th – 17th June Willow Gallery Borderland Visual Arts

12th – 17th Whittington International Chamber Music Festival – Folk-classical

16th British Ironworks Plant Hunter Fair

23rd British Ironworks Proms in the Park

24th Llangollen Railway Evening Gin Train

24th Whittington Castle Henry V – Outdoor Shakespeare

24th WLLRailway Fish & Chip Train

21st Derwen College Summer Fete

29th Oswestry Market, Bailey Head Gardening Event

30th & 31st Cambrian Heritage Railways Model Railways Exhibition

30th & 31st Chirk Castle Knights & Princesses Weekend

JUNE

12th & 13th, 19th & 20th Oswestry & Surrounds Borderland Visual Arts – Open Studios Event

15th – 29th Qube Gallery Millicent Kaye Children’s Art Event

13th & 14th Oswestry Showground Clwyd Veteran and Vintage Machinery Rally

14th Cae Glas Park Free Music - Bulgarian Folklore Club

20th Oswestry Market, Bailey Head Produce Market

21st June WLLR & Llangollen Railway Father’s Day

20th & 21st Whittington Castle Green Fair Weekend

20th & 21st Ellesmere Food & Drink Festival

20th June WLLRailway Welshpool Transport Festival

27th & 28th Shrewsbury Quarry Park Food Festival

28th Cae Glas Park Free Music - Porthywaen Silver Ban

JULY

3rd - 5th Oswestry Town Pubs Gigfest Music Festival

1st - 3rd Aug Qube Gallery Umbrella Exhibition

4th & 5th Llangollen Railway Classic Transport Weekend

4th & 5th Whittington Castle Shropshire Outdoor Show

5th Ellesmere Rotary Regatta

7th - 12th Llangollen International Music & Dance Eisteddfod

11th & 12th Cambrian Heritage Railways Real Ale Special

11th & 12th Oswestry Town Centre Oswestry Food & Drink Festival

11th Willow Gallery Craft Fair

11th Cae Glas Park TNS Fun Day

12th Cae Glas Park Free Music - Reggae in the Park

18th & 19th British Ironworks Transport Rally

18th & 19th Chirk Castle Civil War Weekend

25th & 26th Whittington Castle Multi Period Living History Event

25th & 26th WLLRailway Welsh Afternoon Tea Trains

25th - end Sept Park Hall Countryside Experience Amazing Maize Maze

26th British Ironworks Plant Hunter Fair

26th Cae Glas Park Chill Out in the Park

30th - 2nd Aug Llangollen Railway Sensational Sixties & Seventies Weekend

AUGUST

1st Oswestry Showground Oswestry Agricultural Show

2nd Cae Glas Park Free Music – Porthywaen Silver Band

1st & 29th WLLRailway Fish & Chips Evening Train

3rd - 9th Oswestry Town Centre St. Oswald’s Festival

7th - 9th Llangollen Railway Thomas the Tank Engine Weekend

6th - 14th Sept Qube Gallery Open Art Exhi-bition

5th - 9th Ellesmere Summer Festival

15th WLLRailway Hog Roast Train

15th & 16th Whittington Castle 18th C Living History Weekend

22nd Ellesmere Carnival

22nd Llangollen Railway Evening Gin Train

23rd Cae Glas Park Free Music - Ifton Brass band

29th & 30th Cae Glas Park & Oswestry Town Centre Hot Air Balloon Carnival

30th Ellesmere 10k and 2k Races

SEPTEMBER

5th & 6th Chirk Castle Battle of Crogen WK/end

5th & 6th Shrewsbury Quarry Shrewsbury Kids Fest 6th Ellesmere Shropshire Triathlon

11th - 20th Everywhere Heritage Open Days

12th & 13th Llangollen Railway Heritage Rail Gala

19th & 20th Llangollen Railway 1940s Weekend

26th & 27th Welshpool 1940s Weekend

OCTOBER

2nd & 3rd Shrewsbury Quarry Park Oktoberfest

10th Oswestry Bailey Head Apple Day

16th - 18th Llangollen Railway Steam Gala

17th Willow Gallery Craft Fair

18th Oswestry Town Oswestry 10K Run

23rd - 31st Park Hall Countryside Experience Pumpkinfest

25th Whittington Castle. Afternoon Hallowe’en Event

30th British Ironworks Hallowe’en Spooktacular

30th - 1st Nov Llangollen Railway Thomas the Tank Engine Weekend

31st Whittington Castle Hallowe’en Evening Event

31st Oswestry Market, Bailey Head Hallowe’en Market

31st Cambrian Heritage Railways Ghost Train

NOVEMBER

5th Llangollen Railway Ride the Rocket

5th - 23rd Dec Qube Gallery Christmas Arts & Crafts Exhibition

7th Oswestry, Brogyntyn Park Bonfire Night

19th Oswestry Bailey Head Christmas Lights Switch On

21st & weekends Park Hall Countryside Experience The Santa Experience

27th Ellesmere Winter Festival


DECEMBER

4th Oswestry Town Centre Christmas Live

5th Oswestry Town Centre Christmas Parade

18th Oswestry Bailey Head & Town Centre Christmas Artisans Market

December Weekends Cambrian Heritage Railways, Welshpool & Llanfair Railways, Llangollen RailwaysSanta Trains

7th – 12th JulyLlangollen International

Musical Eisteddfod6 day music and dance festival

www.llangollen.net

27th & 28th JuneShrewsbury Food FestivalShrewsbury Quarry Park

SY1 1JA

www.shrewsburyfood festival.co.uk

13th & 14th June Oswestry Vintage &

Steam Rally & Craft FairOswestry Show Ground

SY11 4TB

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11th and 12th JulyOswestry Food & Drink FestivalShropshire’s free and friendly food festival showcasing the

best food and drink producers making a very tasty weekend.

www.oswestryfood festival.co.uk

3rd to 17th JulyShakespeare Summer Schools

3 day and 6 day residential withRSC voice and text associate.

Bryn Tanat Hall

www.michaelcorbidge.co.uk

1st AugustOswestry & District Agricultural Show

Oswestry Showground SY11 4AS

www.oswestryshow.co.uk

29th & 30th AugustOswestry

Hot Air Balloon CarnivalCae Glas Park and Town Centre

www.oswestryballoon carnival.info

11th – 20th SeptemberHeritage Open Days

Local history, art and culture. England’s favourite

heritage festival

www.heritageopendays. org.uk

25th & 26th September Welshpool 1940s Weekend

www.welshpool1940s weekend.co.uk

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The story of Oswestry. Open Wednesdays,

Fridays and Saturdays.

The Guildhall Oswestry SY11 1PZ www.oswestrytownmuseum.co.uk

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Open Wed., Fri. & SaturdayThe Guildhall SY11 1PZ

www.oswestrytownmuseum.co.uk

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MuseumThe Story of Oswestry

Open Wed., Fri. & SaturdayThe Guildhall SY11 1PZ

www.oswestrytownmuseum.co.uk

MAP: C8

www.llangollen-railway.co.uk

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Llanymynech Golf ClubDrive In Wales – Putt In England, Europe’s only dual country Golf Course. It’s unique claim to fame -you can play one round of golf in two separate countries. www.llanymynechgolfclub.co.uk T: 01691 830983 Pant, Nr. Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 8LB

MAP: F6

A Mere CycleEnjoy more of north Shropshire and the Welsh borders with one of our hire bikes, suitable for all ages, we will come to you. We also offer sales of bikes, E bikes, repairs and servicing.

www.amerecycle.co.uk M: 07988 842038 T: 01691 773298

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Let’s face it you would need to stay longer if you were to explore all the lovely Borderlands that we have shown you in this brochure – and why not? You might long for a few days away in a comfortable hotel or maybe a hideaway cottage tucked away in one of the valleys so close to Oswestry. Can we help you find your perfect escape?

Are you an outdoors family longing to bring your caravan or tent? Or how about

glamping or gliding along the local canals on a narrowboat? All of these will be a fabulous base for your Borderland holiday.

For the best prices we suggest you book direct with our members. If you are looking for a last-minute bargain, we send out a regular newsletter – Break for the Borders - with the latest special offers. You can sign up on the web site: Visitoswestry.co.uk

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Oswestry, SY11 2TET: 01691 662753

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Taste OswestryLocal FlavoursCafe CultureHotels and B&B’sSelf CateringCamping & Glamping

Guide to adverts:All accommodation providers listed in this brochure are members of Oswestry Borderland Tourism. Adverts are colour coded by map area and map references refer to the area map on pages 52-53. Oswestry town centre properties are colour banded light blue and labelled TC.

Star ratings & Reviews:Oswestry Borderland Tourism does not require members who provide accommodation to be inspected and graded. Some members continue to be inspected and

graded and their accreditation is shown. Additional gradings for top quality are also awarded by the assessors and for an explanation of the gradings and symbols please contact the appropriate body.

Many visitors now use reviews on websites to help make their choice of accommodation. We would advise using your own discretion and contact the accommodation provider if you are unsure about anything before booking.

Book direct for best priceswww.VisitOswestry.co.uk

Please be aware that ratings may change throughout the year.

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Mick Extance Off Road Motor Cycle Experience

Enjoy a full day’s exciting off road adventure riding KTM’s latest off road bikes! Everything provided for a fun-filled, action-packed day out, including expert tuition and protective riding kit!

www.mickextanceexperience.com T: 01332 347592 Llangynog SY10 0EX

MAP: C5


Information for disabled visitors

In the first instance we suggest you contact the individual advertisers to check what facilities they can offer to help make your visit more accessible.The town map (pages 54 &55) shows disabled toilets in town and all main car parks have disabled spaces.

Check on the Town Council website for more details. www.oswestry-tc.gov.uk

Staff at our information centre may be able to help with more detailed information, you can call them on: 01691 662753

There is no better way to relax and unwind than to sit comfortably aboard our special horse drawn narrowboat and enjoy a memorable journey as you cruise through unspoilt Shropshire countryside on the quiet waters of the Montgomery canal in Maesbury Marsh.

Bywater Cruises, canal Central, Coed y Rae Lane, Maesbury Marsh SY10 8JGT: 01691 777738 M: 07941 429880 www.bywatercruises.com

MAP: G5

www.llangollen-railway.co.uk

Visit Lake Vyrnwy

Lake Vyrnwy is one of Wales’ hidden gems. With stunning views, a wonderful array of walks to suit all abilities and some fantastic wildlife, it’s a great place to visit throughout the year.” Iolo Williams

www.lakevyrnwy.com @visitlakevyrnwy

MAP: C6

Visit Lake Vyrnwy

MAP: C6

Visit Lake Vyrnwy

Lake Vyrnwy is one of Wales’ hidden gems. With stunning views, a wonderful array of walks to suit all abilities and some fantastic wildlife, it’s a great place to visit throughout the year.” Iolo Williams

www.lakevyrnwy.com @visitlakevyrnwy

MAP: C6

Visit EllesmereEllesmere is unique as it is ideally located between one of the most beautiful canals in the country and The Magnificent Mere. Plus we have independent shops and cafes and friendly places to stay. Perfect.

www.visitellesmere.co.uk

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Sebastians Restaurant With RoomsAward-winning restaurant serving fine French cuisine. Open Wednesday – Saturday, 6.30 – 9.00 pm.

www.sebastians-hotel.com Tel: 01691 655444 45 Willow Street, Oswestry, SY11 1AQ

TCMAP: D6

The Cantonese Restaurant

Join us for a unique Cantonese dining experienceGreat Food – Great Wine – Great Company

Open Tuesday to Saturday 5.30 to 10.30 pmT: 01691 671931 www.thecantonese.co.uk

TCMAP: A11

The Griffin InnTraditional pub in listed building with oak beams and wooden floors. Affordable home cooked dining every lunch and evening. (food not served Sunday evening).

Tel: 01691 650156 Albion Hill, Oswestry, SY11 2NL

TCMAP: D8

1727 Restaurant & Grill at the Wynnstay Hotel

With a fresh renovation, the 1727 Restaurant & Grill boasts a unique, vibrant and stylish atmosphere to reflect the modern classics on the menu. Food sourced locally & cooked to order over a charcoal grill.

www.wynnstayhotel.com [email protected] T: 01691 668907 Church Street Oswestry SY11 2SZ

TCMAP: I6

The Bailey HeadShrewsbury and West Shropshire CAMRA Market Towns Pub of the Year and overall Pub of the Year runner up. Dog friendly. Large selection of gins. Local produce.

www.baileyhead.co.uk E: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Bailey Head, Oswestry, SY11 1PZ

TCMAP: C8 Whittington Castle Tea Rooms

Why not have a cup of tea or piece of cake in the Castle Tearoom. Freshly prepared sandwiches, warming soups, ice-cream. Morning coffee or Afternoon tea from toasted teacakes to muffins to milkshakes.

MAP: H4

Open Wednesday to Sunday 10 to 4pm Whittington Castle SY11 4DF www.whittingtoncastle.co.uk

The Venue

Enjoy the surroundings of our open-plan eatery. Bar, big screen TV and pool tables, it’s the ideal venue for a fun-filled evening.

MAP: G4

www.gotothevenue.com The Venue at Park Hall Burma Road SY 11 4AS

The SweeneyThe very best of modern British cooking with a hint of continental influence. Our highly creative team are always designing new dishes for, daily specials, event menus and special occasion feasts. Famous early bird menu.

MAP: F5

www.sweeneyhall.com T: 01691 652450 Open 7 days for lunch & dinner.The Sweeney, Morda SY10 9EU


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Let’s celebrate local produce and fabulous flavours. Oswestry and The Welsh Borders are blessed with many top class food and drink producers and you can find their products in the delightful restaurants, pubs and cafes.

The markets showcase local produce too, pop into town on market days - Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Then there are Food Festivals – the perfect way to sample all the Borderland’s flavours.

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Sebastians Restaurant With Rooms MAP: TC

Renowned, award winning 17th Century town centre restaurant with 6 ensuite rooms & delightful courtyard. Fine French cuisine served Wednesday to Saturday 6.30 to 9.00pm.

www.sebastians-hotel.com

45 Willow Street, Oswestry, SY11 1AQTel: 01691 [email protected] only prices:Single from £75.00 prpnDouble/twin from £85.00 prpn

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Rhydcroesau, Oswestry SY10 7JDTel: 01691 653700 www.peny.co.uk Email: [email protected]

Georgian Rectory offering unobtrusive hospitality, two AA Rosette food and an easy-going atmosphere, guaranteeing that ‘away from it all feeling’.

Pen-y-Dyffryn Country Hotel

Peaceful country house hotel in border hills. Two Rosette dining. Good Hotel guide. Sawdays awards. 12 rooms. Dogs welcome. From £138 prpn.

[email protected] www.peny.co.uk Tel: 01691 653700Mile Hunter. Rhydycroesau, Oswestry, SY10 7JD

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Lion QuaysA magnificent setting for a romantic holiday, a pampered weekend away or a family stay. Amazing waterside setting for business meetings or weddings or special occasions.

www.lionquays.co.uk T: 01691 684 300

MAP: F4SC

Complaints: All members of Oswestry Borderland Tourism have signed up to the Oswestry Borderland Tourism Charter which should be displayed at each property. If you experience any problems during your stay we urge you to bring them to the attention of the manager or owner whilst you are still at the property. If the property has been inspected by a recognised tourism company such as Visit England and you don’t feel your problem has been resolved you should then contact that organisation.

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For the latest news and special offers

Please mention the brochure when you enquire or book at any of our properties.

Online booking now available at: www.borderland-breaks.co.uk

Val and Chris run a very comfortable, friendly B&B in a quiet cul-de-sac, only 5 minutes from Oswestry Town Centre and restaurants. 3 bedrooms, including luxury ground floor en-suite. Locally sourced full English Breakfast with homemade bread and blueberry drop scones with a drizzle of maple syrup. Return and relax in the garden. Free off road parking.

Val & Chris Schofield E: [email protected] Tel: 01691 662513 M: 07770 800 639

The Bryn, 14 Ardmillan Close, Oswestry, SY11 2JZ

The Bryn Oswestry Town B&Bwww.valthebryn.co.uk MAP: TC

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Hordley Hall

Close to Ellesmere, Georgian house set in beautiful gardens in a peaceful location. Wonderful views of surrounding countryside. Aga cooked farmhouse breakfasts. 4 bedrooms, 3 ensuite. Parking and cycle storage.

www.hordleyhall.co.uk Tel: 01691 622772Hazel Rodenhurst. Hordley, Ellesmere, SY12 9BB

MAP: H4B&B

Brownhill House

Interesting house in historic village between Shrewsbury and Oswestry. Unique and spectacular NGS hillside garden. Breakfast is a feast of local produce. All rooms with full en-suite. Pub within walking distance. Free Wifi.

Single from £45 prpn Twin/double from £75 prpnwww.eleventowns.co.uk Tel: 01939 261121

MAP: H6B&B

Fitzwarine House

Village location looking over to Whittington Castle. 2 Excellent pubs with food nearby. 2 miles from Oswestry. 3 bedrooms.Single from £50 prpn, double from £70 prpn.

[email protected] www.fitzwarinehouse.co.uk Tel: 01691 680882Debra Walker. Castle Street, Whittington, SY11 4DF

MAP: G4B&B

MontroseVictorian house in quiet lane close to town centre. 2 bedrooms WiFi available. £25 pppn

[email protected] Tel: 01691 652063Doreen Leggatt. Montrose, Weston Lane, Oswestry SY11 2BG

MAP: TCB&B

Laurels B&BMinutes from the town centre and amenities, 3 superbly comfortable en-suite rooms. Excellent breakfasts made with local ingredients and exceptional hospitality in our family home. One en-suite bedroom. Parking.

www.laurelsoswestry.co.uk T: 01691 655395 17 Ferrers Road Oswestry SY11 2EY

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Fron Frys

A converted farm building in elevated rural location with fine views over Ceiriog Valley. Private wing of house available for exclusive use and ideal for families with young children. Peace & quiet except when sheep shearing! Three bedrooms.

[email protected] www.fronfrys.co.uk Tel: 01691 718880 Glyn Ceiriog, LL20 7AA

Bedrooms: 3 Spaces: 6/7 Double Rooms:1 Twin:1Family Rooms: (1 double, 1 twin with private facilities)Months open: Jan-DecPrice: from £35 pppn

MAP: E3B&B

The Summer HouseComfortable self contained log cabin, 10minutes walk from centre of Oswestry. King size or twin beds. Private parking. Continental breakfast each day to enjoy at your leisure. Pets welcome.

E: [email protected] T: 01691 657329 M: 07815 184 257Mrs Carol Burke. 22 Hampton Close, Oswestry, SY11 1SL

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Nant GloywOur small BnB just 10 mins walk from the centre of Oswestry. 2 lovely en-suite double rooms. Enjoy fresh eggs for breakfast from our chickens. Booking.Com 9.7/10

www.facebook.com/nantgloywoswestry/E: [email protected] Oerley Way Oswestry SY11 1TD

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The map references on the ads will show you how to find our places to eat, drink and sleep. Use the maps on pages 52 & 53, 54 & 55

RELAX AND UNWIND IN A RURAL RETREAT

NEAR ELLESMEREwww.castlefarmholidaysshropshire.co.uk

Two cosy, well equipped cottages with luxury hot tubs.

Woodpecker Cottage sleeps 5, wheelchair friendly, 3 bedrooms, twin room on

ground floor. With ensuite wetroom

Nuthatch Cottage sleeps 4, in 2 bedrooms.

Our Glamping site is in a peaceful rural location

4 cosy pods with electric fire, fridge, kettle,

microwave and toasters. Willow pod has a hot tub.

Bluebell Luxury Shepherd Hut.

Dogs Welcome FREE in cottages and Glamping site,

WiFi on site.

T: 01691 690801 M: 07707 992 959

The Castle Farm, Dudleston SY12 9EF

MAP: G3 / SC


Nant Lane Cottage

Cosy 2 bedroom 19th Century stone cottage with exposed beams, slate floors and inglenook fireplace. Off road parking. In border village of Selattyn, 3 miles from Oswestry. Within walking distance of village pub serving food and ancient listed church. Close to Chirk Castle and 4 other National Trust properties. Prices from £220 to £295 per week.

Nant Lane, Selattyn, SY10 7HA www.nantlanecottage.uk T: 01691 659708 M: 07423 057710 [email protected]

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Pentre Barn

Pentre Barn nestles next to our award-winning bed and breakfast - The Pentre. This imaginatively restored accommodation with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is ideal to enjoy the beautiful borderlands of Shropshire and Wales. The setting is completely rural and the barn enjoys wonderful views down to the Breiddens.

www.thepentre.com [email protected] T: 01691 653952 Trefonen, Oswestry, SY10 9EE

MAP: F5SC

Beudy Bryn Celyn

Well equipped, comfortable converted byre. Super king or twin beds. Offa’s Dyke, Montgomery Canal and River Vrynwy 400 yds. NTs nearby. Views across Shropshire Plain and Welsh Hills.

Specatacular sunsets. Brilliant rainbows. Relax and enjoy!

www.cottagesatbryncelyn.co.uk T: 01691 830030 M: 07484 252408Bryn Celyn, Bryn Mawr, Llanymynech, Powys, SY22 6PQ

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The Old Rectory Cottage

Timber beamed 2 bedroom period cottage in secluded grounds. Beautiful views, wild flower meadow & woodland, 7 circular walks and Offa’s Dyke. Off road parking. Selattyn village with ancient church and heritage pub close by. 3 miles Oswestry & nearby 5 National Trust properties including Chirk Castle. Prices from £220 to £295 per week.

Glyn Road, Selattyn, SY10 7DH www.selattyncottages.co.uk T: 01691 659708 M: 07423 057710 [email protected]

MAP: F4SC

Blackwater Meadow MarinaSituated close to the Ellesmere Arm on the Llangollen canal which offers scenic beauty and breath taking engineering. Narrowboat day hire, short breaks and holidays and 3 bedroom holiday let.

www.blackwatermeadow.com Tel: 01691 624391 Birch Road, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 9DD

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Stables and Granary CottagesStunning views from old Oswestry Racecourse. 2 beautifully renovated stone barns. 2 x 2 bedrooms. From £320 per unit per week. [email protected]

www.tomleycottgaes.co.uk Tel: 01691 652815 Brian Tomley. Parc Uchaf, Racecourse, Oswestry, SY10 7HL

MAP: F4SC

Fernwood Caravan ParkSouth east of Ellesmere in wooded setting. Touring area with electric hook up on grass. Multi service pitches on hard standing. Fishing lake, play area and shop.

www.fernwoodpark.co.uk Tel: 01948 710221 Lyneal, Ellesmere, SY12 0QF

MAP: I4CAMPING

Grinshill Lodge at Patches Holiday Lodge Park

2 bedroom quiet retreat with amazing views over open Shropshire countryside on Adults Only Park. Between Nesscliffe & Ruyton XI Towns. One mile from nearest pub & restaurant.

Little Ness Shrewsbury SY4 2LH. E: [email protected] T: 01939 262661

MAP: H6SC

Sweeney Farm Glamping

2 luxury safari tents situated on a working dairy farm. Each tent has 3 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and log burner.

www.sweeneyfarmglamping.com M: 07814 731021 Sweeney, Oswestry, SY10 8AD

MAP: F5GLAMPING

Oaks Farm Cottage2 bedroom cottage in country location between Ellesmere and Shrewsbury, set in 3 ½ acre wildlife gardens. All ground floor accommodation and patio with barbeque.

www.oaksfarm-shropshire.co.uk T: 01939 270472 Oaks Farm Petton Holdings Burlton SY4 5TG

MAP: H5SC

CreditsProduction of this brochure would not be possible without the contribution of time and expertise given by the brochure group of Oswestry Borderland Tourism Ltd. Oswestry Borderland Tourism Ltd is a not for profit organisation dedicated to promoting Oswestry and the surrounding Borderlands as a visitor destination.

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photographers. Oswestry Borderland Tourism Ltd. Graham Mitchell, Jake

Stephen, David Lea, PBA Artworks, Drone Rangers, Sabine Hutchinson,

Oswestry Town Council, Karen Pringle, British ironwork Centre, Lee Lucks

and members of OBT Ltd.

Book Direct For the Best Prices When you book direct with our members. If you are looking for a last-minute bargain,

we send out a regular newsletter – Break for the Borders - with the latest special offers.

You can sign up on the web site: Visitoswestry.co.uk

Little Barn, Trefonen

2 bedroom converted stone barn in the small Shropshire village of Trefonen with church, shop/post office and public house, perfect to explore the beautiful countryside of England and Wales. Local market towns as well as many historic houses, castles and great gardens. Return and relax in the patio garden or beside the cosy wood burning stove.

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2 bedrooms1 double1 twinPrices from £250 - £390 per week

www.little-barn-shropshire.co.ukinfo@little-barn-shropshire.co.uk Tel: 01691 653387Old Post Office Lane, Trefonen, Oswestry, SY10 9DL

Brimford House Brimford is an elegant Georgian farmhouse, on a working farm set in the beautiful tranquil surroundings of the Shropshire / Welsh countryside near Shrewsbury and Rodney’s pillar.

www.brimford.co.uk T: 01938 570235Brimford House, Criggion, SY5 9AU

MAP: F7B&B

Moorehouse Farm B&B and CampingFarmhouse with breath taking views offering Bed & Breakfast, Camping or Chalet accommodation. Or Bring your own horse on holiday with you, and ride out in the hills!

www.moorehousefarm.co.uk M: 07774 644 601 T: 01691 791864 Craigllwyn Oswestry SY10 9BH

MAP: F5B&B

Gwaenynog Farmhouse B&B, Campsite & Wedding VenueA real countryside escape, Gwaenynog Farmhouse has it all: peace and quiet, comfortable beds, brilliant showers, plentiful breakfasts and wholesome evening meals. www.gwaenynog.com E: [email protected] T: 01938 810236 Dolanog Welshpool Powys SY21 0LJ

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Lane FarmUndiscovered, unspoilt and memorable. Near to Criggion and Rodney’s Pillar, we offer an extremely warm welcome to guests on our organic working farm.

www.lanefarmbedandbreakfast.co.uk T: 01743 884288 Criggion, Near Shrewsbury SY5 9BG

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Oswestry Town Markets Bailey Head, Bailey Street

Welsh Shop- Siop GymraegBooks -Cards - Gifts

Llyfrau - Cardiau - Anrhegion www.siopcwlwm.co.uk [email protected]

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Indoor Market Wednesdays, Fridays

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Outdoor Market Wednesdays, Saturdays

Artisans’ MarketLast Friday of month.

@OswestryTC www.oswestrymarket.co.uk

Tel: 01691 680222

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Cambrian Heritage Railways - Old Station and Museum The Library Llwyd Mansion

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Ye Olde VaultsTraditional pub Great pub food

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T: 01691 658705

PETWORLD

Festival Square

T: 01691 659942

The only pet shop in Oswestry

Town Centre.

Petworld has been providing the

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for pet lovers for over 40 years!

@petworldoswestry

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The ultimate Feline Superstore,run BY cat lovers FOR cat lovers!

bengalcatworld.co.uk

T: 01691 658591

35- 39 Leg St. SY11 2NN@upstairsdownstairsoswestry@upstairs_downstairs_cookware

Specialist Cookshop & Home Accessories

One of Oswestry's oldest pubs,which has been in continuous usesince 1640. A gracious Tudor-beamed establishment, full ofcharacter and warmth. Music & Dog friendly Pub.

The Fox Inn

Church St. SY11 2SU

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BlacksculptAnnie Stokes

Artisan Blacksmith & Glass Artist

T: 07943 895 [email protected]

www.blacksculpt-wordpress.com

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Do visit us when you visit Oswestry. The Centre is just behind the church opposite The Wynnstay Hotel. Get to know our TIC staff who are the best ambassadors for everything Oswestry! They can help you find more about Oswestry and the Borderlands - where to stay, what to do and what’s on. Enjoy browsing the arts and crafts by local artists including photography and jewellery by Graham Mitchell and glass works and metal art by Annie Stokes.

Visitor & Exhibition Centre

Want toknow more?Call in at Oswestry

Open Monday-Saturday

Town Centre Map Pages

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Taste the Café Culture

Browse our indie shops

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