Oswestry Tourist Information, Accommodation, Attractions & Events
The Queen’s Jubilee next week but lots on in Oswestry this week too Click on any of the images to find out more What a great week in Oswestry and The Borderlands this week. We are getting ready for Oswestry’s Jubilee celebrations next week but lots happening near here this week. From May 23rd to …
Favourite family fun attractions near Oswestry. The British Ironwork Centre | Park Hall Countryside Experience | Black Hawk Laser | Whittington Castle | Llangollen Wharf. Looking for some family fun? What are the best things to do with the kids in and around Oswestry? Have fun on a farm, explore a castle, go on a …
Favourite canalside beauty spots near Oswestry. Aston Locks | Llangollen Wharf | Maesbury | Llanymynech Heritage Area | Chirk & Pontcysyllte Aqueducts. The weekend is shaping up to be warm one, so why not discover some of our favourite canalside locations near Oswestry and The Borderlands?The Montgomery and Llangollen Canals enjoy the best of the …
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Favourite places to spot nature near Oswestry. Oswestry and The Borderlands is looking stunning this Spring with some beautiful landscapes and wildlife. So what can you spot in Oswestry’s very own Springwatch? We have some unique flowers and rare species in our countryside and even red kites in our skies. Heron Watch is back at …
Favourite walks near Oswestry Oswestry and The Borderlands is a great destination for walkers. Whether you enjoy the challenge of walking Offa’s Dyke or a more gentle stroll around the Borderlands, you will be sure to enjoy the wonders of the borders on your days out near here. Here are five places that you will …
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What’s happening near here? What’s happening in Oswestry and the Borderlands and what are the best events near here? Here are some highlights for this week. To see details of all our events click here and for the best ideas of what to do this Spring click here. Easter Monday is the last day to take a …
What’s happening near here? Happy Easter to everyone, we hope you enjoy the celebrations. So what’s happening in Oswestry and the Borderlands and what are the best events near here? You may want to check out last week’s post for details of events over the Easter weekend, however more events have been announced this week, …
What’s happening near here? The Easter break is just around the corner and there is plenty of fun to be had in Oswestry and The Borderlands. So what’s on this week and where are the best places to go? There are Easter hunts and trails galore at Park Hall Countryside Experience, Hawkstone Follies and Chirk Castle and for a true taste …
What’s happening near here? So what’s on this week and where are the best places to go? It’s been a historic week for Oswestry as we celebrated the official opening of the Oswestry to Weston Wharf railway line, lovingly restored by Cambrian Heritage Railways. The team welcomed dignitaries, guests members, volunteers and local MP Helen …
What’s happening near here? While the sun is shining, let’s get out there and explore. So what’s on this week and where are the best places to go? Here are a few ideas on how to enjoy our beautiful region. You could hire a bike at Ellesmere or drive up to Lake Vrynwy where you can cycle around the …
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What’s happening near here? We celebrated Wilfred Owen’s birthday this week. Did you know he was born in Oswestry and we have a Wilfred Owen Town Trail in honour of his Oswestry heritage? Next week we have so many events in the diary, so what’s on and where are the best places to go? A new …
What’s happening near here? There is so much to do in Oswestry, it’s hard to keep up with all the events! So what’s on this week and where are the best places to go? We have a theatre performance, two author visits, a brewery tour, meditation brunch, wedding showcase and tasty treats galore – truly …
What’s happening near here? As our mornings get lighter and the spring flowers brighten our landscapes, more attractions in and around Oswestry are opening their doors after the winter break. So what’s on this week and where are the best places to go? Chirk Castle and Powis Castle are now fully open and Oswestry’s very own Town …
St David’s Day is Tuesday, 1st of March and as Oswestry is a border town, ‘Where Shropshire Meets Wales’ – we like to celebrate the very best of both Welsh and English culture. St David famously asked the people of Wales to Gwnewch y pethau bychain – “do the little things” in life, that would have …
As the stormy skies blow over, now is the time to make plans for the weekend. Next week is also half term and we have some great ideas to have fun and make memories. Park Hall Countryside Experience reopens this weekend after its New Year break with lots of new fun activities for the kids. Meet …
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The wind and rain would never dampen our spirits – we Oswestrians are made of stronger stuff! The Love Oswestry festival was a great success and our love for the town was in abundance for all to see. From the official opening through to the amazing twilight lantern parade, our wide range of cultural events were enjoyed …
Just a week to go before our ‘Love Oswestry’ festival on Saturday 12th of February. Workshops and events are booking up fast, so don’t leave it too long to save your place! We can’t wait to see you all there. Click here for more info. Local restaurants are also gearing up for the Valentine Weekend, …
Join us to celebrate all that we love about Oswestry’s culture and heritage. The team at ‘Love Oswestry’ has launched a family festival of music, art, history and performance – plus a few surprises along the way! The festival is free and will be held on Saturday 12th of February, with events planned across the …
Looking to get out this week? Oswestry has a range of events for you. The Willow Gallery has an exhibition by local art group Borderland Visual Artists while Michelle Woodward who won the Qube People’s Choice prize in 2021 has her own exhibition there. You have a choice of films at Kinokulture including West Side Story …
It’s Oswestruary!! As we all spring back to life after the Christmas and New Year celebrations, Oswestry’s shops and hospitality venues have a number of exciting offers to tempt you. Petworld Oswestry has up to 50% off their Christmas stock, The British Ironwork Centre has a 2 for 1 breakfast offer in addition to a …
If you’re after fresh air and beautiful views during the winter, there are so many paths to explore in Oswestry and the Borderlands. Check out the places to walk near here. Click here to see walks in and around Oswestry All New Gallery
Great range of wonderful local crafts for Christmas on sale at Oswestry Tourist Information Centre at Castle View next to Oswestry Library. All items are handmade and range from carved table lamps and candle holders, felted snowmen, glass angles and Christmas tree tea light holders, Christmas wreaths, knitted character mice, jewelry, painted slate pictures and …
Where’s our turkey trotting off to? Turkey is looking for a short staycation before Christmas so he is having a few days out in Oswestry and The Borderlands. After that he will be moving to his new home and it could be with you!If you would like to win him, let us know his name …
It’s November… and it’s an exciting time to be in Oswestry – whether you are visiting for a day or longer, the borderlands make a great place for a relaxing staycation. As our beautiful surrounding countryside changes colours for autumn, our local markets and shops show off freshly harvested local produce and hand crafted goods …
Remember remember… Do you have your bonfire night plans yet? 5th November only comes once a year, and we have plenty of ways to enjoy the festivities here in Oswestry. Family Fun at our Annual Fireworks Fireworks with delicious food at The Sweeney Why not book a pod or a table on the decking to …
Get a head start on finding one of a kind gifts this Christmas. We have an amazing selection of crafts and art made by our incredible local community of artists. Why not pop in to browse – we are open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10-3pm. Bespoke Woodwork by Jonathan Walkey Unique Felted Snowmen by …
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Are you ready for a hauntingly fun Half Term? Take a trip to Oswestry and get ready for some autumn fun. UK’s 1st and only planetarium dome featuring THE OOKY SPOOKY MUSIC SHOW. It’s fantastic fun for the entire family! Who’s ready for a hat hunt? Download the Loyal Free app to take part in …
Are you ready for a hauntingly fun October? Take a trip to Oswestry and get ready for some autumn fun. UK’s 1st and only planetarium dome featuring THE OOKY SPOOKY MUSIC SHOW. It’s fantastic fun for the entire family! It’s time for Pumpkin Fest at Park Hall Countryside Experience Click here to book Pick your …
It’s October… Autumn is an exciting time to be in Oswestry – whether you are visiting for a day or longer, the borderlands make a great place for a relaxing staycation. As our beautiful surrounding countryside begins to change colours for autumn, our local markets and shops show off freshly harvested local produce. Outdoorsy types …
November is here… and it’s still not too late to experience Autumn in Oswestry – whether you are visiting for a day or longer, the borderlands make a great place for a relaxing staycation. As our beautiful surrounding countryside begins to change colours for autumn, our local markets and shops show off freshly harvested local …
We are lucky in Oswestry to have a variety of art galleries and venues. The Willow Gallery and Qube Arts both have changing exhibitions and courses while Oswestry Framing has a new artisans gallery. If cinema is your thing try Kinokulture Cinema or for live music Hermon Arts . Our Oswestry Town Museum has fascinating …
Oswestry is the place for foodies on the 18th and 19th September – our Food and Drink Festival is a highlight of the year, with the streets of Oswestry becoming lined with delicious smelling stalls. Did we mention it’s free? There’s also plenty of other free events and attractions to visit this week, with Heritage …
You can win family tickets to either Chirk Castle or Hawkstone Follies. Enter by signing up to our newsletter, watching the video and answering a question. The completion closes on 31st August. Good Luck! Sign up to our newsletter here See the latest newsletter here, watch the video and answer the question to enter the …
We have a selection of books on offer here at Oswestry Visitor Centre, open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10am to 3pm, pop in and have a look and grab yourself a bargain.
We know that often holidays can feel incomplete without your four legged friend – not to mention the additional cost of booking a kennel. Staying in and around Oswestry with your dog is easy – we have many dog friendly accommodation providers ready to welcome you to the Borderlands. There are also plenty of dog …
Who will be an Oswestry Borderland Tourism Ambassador? Oswestry Borderland Tourism has been awarded funding to create Oswestry’s first Ambassador scheme. Similar to the Wales Ambassadors, this will be the first version to be launched in England and will be ready to go early in 2022. It is a free, fun and flexible way for …
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It’s not too late to book a last minute break in the Borderlands – some of our Hotels, B&Bs and Self Service Accommodation still have availability. Read on to see where you could be staying this week! Dates available on Monday July 26th. Please check with the businesses for live availability. West Arms, Llanarmon Hotel …
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We now have a selection of Welsh slate fridge magnets for sale here at the TIC at Castle View. Priced at just £3 each they show local scenes of Old Oswestry Iron Age Hill Fort. the hot air balloon carnival, The Wilfred Owen sculpture and Llwyd Mansion. When you have visited the sights you can …
What can be better than a picnic on a sunny afternoon? Whether you’re looking to enjoy a peaceful countryside picnic, a picnic with a waterside view, beautiful floral displays, or somewhere to birdwatch, Oswestry and the Borderlands has plenty of unique locations available. Cae Glas Park Oswestry A short walk from the town centre, this …
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Sundays were made for walking! Explore historic Offa’s Dyke path, beautiful canal side trails, and one of a kind nature reserves – the choice is yours! Walking Itineraries View our walking page
It’s #EnglishTourismWeek21 from 22nd – 31st May – what better time to celebrate our wonderful area? Locals will already know the fantastic local businesses, unique events, and stunning landscapes found in and around Oswestry, and visitors are sure to be surprised at how much there is to do in the area! Friendly We’re Here for …
We have had a new delivery of very cute mice and birds from Mother Hen Gifts, only £7 for the mice and £5 for the birds, so come in and see for yourself just how sweet they are. Great as gifts for family, friends or to treat yourself. We are open Wednesday, Friday & Saturday …
With its rich background of borderland wars, connections to industrial heritage, and nearby military training camps, Oswestry and the Borderlands has a fascinating history to explore. Here is the latest news of when you can expect to visit our local museums again – Oswestry Town Museum If you’re looking to find the story of Oswestry, …
Henstone Distillery have won the prestigious accolade of Best London Dry Gin at the San Francisco World Spirits Award. Their London Dry Gin was awarded a coveted Double Gold medal and Best Of Class at the awards. A Double Gold means that all members of the judging panel classed the spirit as Gold medal worthy …
From this week and throughout the summer season, 40,000 visitors who are staying in a Shropshire hotel, B&B, self catering cottage or campsite will be handed a pack of brochures and leaflets which not only feature Oswestry on the cover but also include one of Oswestry’s new town maps. Some visitors may be nervous about …
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Why not visit Oswestry Hill Fort and see the fantastic display of bluebells, all for free, isn’t nature wonderful. https://visitoswestry.co.uk
Explore the town centre of Oswestry as a family with our new Family Heritage Trail! Following our standard Heritage Trail route, the Family Heritage Trail features questions to answer together, and a count the animals competition… You can find the new Family Heritage Trail online here, alongside our other online trails. You can pick up …
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We have new items in from local blacksmith Annie Stokes, snail and caterpillar plant supports only £10. We are open at Castle View from 10am to 3pm Wednesday, Friday & Saturday. https://visitoswestry.co.uk
Oswestry now has FREE WiFi for your convenience. Come and enjoy our range of independent shops and cafes, all following covid guidelines, time to get out and about again. https://www.oneoswestry.co.uk/oswestry-wifi/
We are looking forward to reopening Oswestry Tourist Information Centre again on Wednesday 14th April. We will be open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10am -3pm. Why not call in to collect one of our new trails, browse our stock of local books and gifts, or to find out more about local attractions and events? …
We send occasional newsletters to tell you what’s on and special offers. sign up before 31st August to be in with a chance to win afternoon tea for 2 at award winning Niche Patisserie. Adam, the chef was a finalist in the Professional Bakeoff so be prepared for sweet deliciousness!
