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?  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

Halloween trail @ The British Ironworks

October 20 @ 9:30 am - October 31 @ 4:00 pm
Family fun seasonal trail around the ironworks, with Halloween treats at the Cafe.

Halloween half-term @ WLLR

October 26 - October 30
Halloween at Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway with family craft activities, and heritage train...

Pumpkinfest @ Park Hall

October 26 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Halloween-themed events, including Pumpkin Alley, The Little Scarehouse, and a Spooky Trail. Every p...

Cygnets Art school @ OMH

October 26 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
Children Arts and crafts workshops with a Halloween theme.

Keith Brymer Jones with Booka

October 26 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The ceramicist talks about his new book ‘Firing Earth’ at the Holroyd Community Theatre,...

Pumpkinfest @ Park Hall

October 27 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Halloween-themed events, including Pumpkin Alley, The Little Scarehouse, and a Spooky Trail. Every p...
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