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Oswestry and The Borderlands for nature lovers

Oswestry and The Borderlands of Shropshire and Wales are a beautiful destination for plant and nature lovers. Visit the grandest gardens at National Trust properties such as Chirk Castle, Erddig House and Powis Castle and also to the individual attraction of National Garden Scheme gardens. The beautiful borderlands near Oswestry are waiting for you to explore.

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    • Cae Glass Park

    Cae Glas Park

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    In the heart of Oswestry Town is Cae Glas Park. This much loved park is a magnet for all. Walk through the memorial gardens with their stunning flower displays and then pause at the life size bronze sculpture of Wilfred Owen, the war poet, born in Oswestry in 1893. Walk on to the central green with its Victorian band stand Read more…
    • Ellesmere Sculpture Trail

    Ellesmere North Shropshire

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    Ellesmere in North Shropshire has always been an important settlement. Those clever ancient Britons found that the magnificent glacial Mere, which has been awarded the coverted Green Flag Award, was an ideal place for some genuine rest and relaxation. You know the sort of thing – a spot of fishing, gentle boating and gazing at the views and wildlife. Ellesmere Wharf Read more…
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    • Artisan Market

    Oswestry Markets

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    Oswestry has always been a market town; in fact the first charter was granted in 1262. From wool merchants who would bring their products from Wales into town the trades have changed but the local markets still bring shoppers from both sides of the border. The Indoor Market is thriving, always attracting new stall holders and becoming a vibrant centre Read more…
    • The Castle Mound

    Castle Bank

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    Castle bank is all that remains of an imposing castle, which served to defend the town, & formed an important link in the chain of Norman defence along the Welsh border. There is a spectacular view of the town from the top. It may not look that important today, but Oswestry Castle has a long and important history. The first Read more…
    • The Montgomery canal at Maesbury

    The Montgomery Canal

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    View more of the Monty Wildlife thrives along the Montgomery Canal. It is one of the most important canals in the country for nature, much of it is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Welsh section is of international importance, designated a Special Area of Conservation for its aquatic plants. The canal is the best location in the Read more…
    • Brownhill House Gardens

    Brownhill House Garden

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    Brownhill House Garden is an unusual garden set on the steep river bank  of the River Perry in Ruyton XI Towns. The unusual aspect makes this a distinctive and truly unique garden and it has been lovingly created by us over 35 years. Unlike many in the modern trend, it is also labour intensive. To save you asking, we do not employ Read more…
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    Llynclys Common near Oswestry

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    Llynclys Common near Oswestry is a rich limestone environment on which more than 300 plant species have been recorded including fairy flax, twelve kinds of orchid and seven types of St John’s Wort. It is useful to take a map and compass. Although not a huge area, it is very easy to get lost. Location: 5km south of Oswestry, park Read more…
    • Olivers Point

    Nesscliffe Hill, Kynaston’s Cave & The Cliffe

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    https://youtu.be/s8H6nGFwAfc What to do in Oswestry and Shropshire? Explore! Our beautiful county has so many great places to go walking and Nesscliffe Hill is one of the most magical. Watch our videos to enjoy the views of Shropshire into Wales. https://youtu.be/szHrAXlvbcU Love walking? Find the best walks near Oswestry. Explore Ready for a staycation? Find places to stay near here. Read more…
    • Cae Glass Park

    Cae Glas Park

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    In the heart of Oswestry Town is Cae Glas Park. This much loved park is a magnet for all. Walk through the memorial gardens with their stunning flower displays and then pause at the life size bronze sculpture of Wilfred Owen, the war poet, born in Oswestry in 1893. Walk on to the central green with its Victorian band stand Read more…
    • Cinnebar Caterpillar

    Ifton Meadows Nature Reserve

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    There is a surfaced route to the viewpoint providing easy walking and is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Easy, reasonably level walking on other unmade paths, stout footwear recommended, can be very muddy. There are some steeper sections of path in the woodland. Parts of the site now have cattle grazing. Refreshments and toilets are available locally in St Martins. Read more…
    • View from Moelydd Hill

    Offa’s Dyke Path

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    Offa’s Dyke Path Following the English/Welsh border for 177 miles alongside the 8th Century is Offa’s Dyke Path. This National Trail takes you through changing landscapes offering amazing opportunities to catch a view of our native wildlife. The path runs right past Oswestry, and takes in some of our most iconic landscapes and heritage sites. Discover some hidden gems. The Read more…
    • Derwen Market

    Derwen Marketplace at Derwen College

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    Garden Centre, Charity Shop, Café and Restaurant at Derwen College Derwen Marketplace in Gobowen, near Oswestry, is an unique setting of retail outlets where students from Derwen College, who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, gain vocational work skills. Our retail outlets include a Garden Centre, Restaurant, Café and award-winning Charity Shop. By visiting Derwen’s Marketplace you can directly support Read more…
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Enjoy the nature reserves of Shropshire’s great outdoors.

If you are in Oswestry, you can’t miss Cae Glas Park right in the centre of town. A multi gold award winner in Heart of England in Bloom and recently awarded much loved status by Fields in Trust, the park glows through the summer with wonderful bedding displays.
Visit Oswestry street market on Wednesday and Saturdays in spring to find the best selection of plants for miles around.
The National Garden Scheme flourishes here in Shropshire. Why not visit local gardens and allotments?
More than that though, if you prefer your planting on the wild side, take a trip to some of the tucked away spots such as Ifton Meadows or Jones Rough and you may be in time to see the spring time masses of wild garlic and bluebells or even spot a wild orchid.
Take a walk up Old Oswestry Hill Fort on a sunny day to see the wildlife and views. There are woodland walks and interesting plant centres all around Oswestry and make sure you stock up on gardening supplies from our independent market traders and shops.
Bring your green fingers and enjoy Oswestry & The Borderlands.

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