Oswestry Tourist Information, Accommodation, Attractions & Events

Welcome to
Oswestry
a Shropshire Market Town

Visit Oswestry | Official tourism site for Oswestry Shropshire

Where is Oswestry? Where is Shropshire? Is Oswestry in England or Wales? To find out why not join our town guided tours running every Saturday from Easter to September at 10.30 from the TIC in the market hall and every Wednesday at 2pm during July and August.

You are invited to discover Oswestry, a historic Shropshire market town almost surrounded by Wales. Oswestry is famous for its award-winning markets, independent shops, welcoming cafes and vibrant festivals, all flavoured by its unique blend of English and Welsh Heritage. Explore ancient sites like Old Oswestry Hillfort. Journey across the stream in the sky at World Heritage Site Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and wander around castles, both English and Welsh.

Whether you’re here for history, shopping, food, or events, Oswestry is the perfect place to experience the best of Shropshire and the Welsh borders.

Visit Oswestry | Official tourism site for Oswestry Shropshire

Sourdough Masterclass @ Niche Patisserie

September 20
Learn to make Sourdough bread with an expert baker.

Piano Duet @ Hermon Arts

September 20 @ 4:30 am - 6:30 pm
Classical Sunday Afternoon recital with Pianists Simone Damiani and Arthur Bocaneanu.

Mean Bean Coffee Van @ Chirk Car Boot

September 20 @ 5:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Mean Bean Coffee van will be selling hot drinks at the Chirk Car Boot this year.

Monoloco @ Tanat Valley Railway

September 20 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monoloco Steam train rides at The Tanat Valley Railway in Nant Mawr.

Heritage walk @ the Montgomery canal

September 20 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Walk from Llanymynech to Pentreheylin (5-6 miles) Meet at the Llanymynech Limeworks Heritage Centre....

Guided Tours @ Whittington Castle

September 20 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Guided walk around the castle grounds with Marion Lycett (approx. 30-40mins).
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