Oswestry Tourist Information, Accommodation, Attractions & Events

Where is Oswestry?

Where is Oswestry in the UK?
Oswestry is a historic market town in Shropshire, England. It’s part of the West Midlands region and sits very close to the border with Wales.
Where exactly is Oswestry located?
The town lies in northwest Shropshire, around 18 miles northwest of Shrewsbury and just 5 miles from Wales.

Where can I find Oswestry on a map?
If you look at a map of western England, you’ll spot Oswestry near the A5 road, close to the England–Wales border. It’s northwest of Shrewsbury and south of Wrexham.

Where is Gobowen in relation to Oswestry?
Gobowen is a nearby village about 3 miles north of Oswestry. It’s home to the nearest mainline railway station, making it an important link for travel.

How far is Oswestry from the Welsh border?
Oswestry is only about 5 miles (8 km) from Wales, making it one of the closest English towns to the border.

Which county is Oswestry in?
Oswestry is in Shropshire, a county in the West Midlands region of England.

How to get to Oswestry and how to get around

By Car: Easy access to the National Motorway Network via the A5/ A483/ A55. Oswestry Car Parks: Click Here
By Rail: Gobowen Railway Station is the nearest mainline station to Oswestry. It is on the Holyhead to London line.
Timetables and fare enquiries 0845 484950
Tickets and reservations 01691 681010 or email: info@severndeetravel.org.uk 
Information on Public Transport 0870 608 2608
Rail services from UK destinations can also be booked via  www.thetrainline.com.
By Bus
Bus information and timetables can be found on Traveline.info.
By Air
Overseas flights via Birmingham, Liverpool and Manchester International airports, all just over an hour’s drive away.

Oswestry is a CPT Coach Friendly Town. We recommend you park at Castle View SY11 1JR but contact Oswestry Town Council to book. There is also a coach park next to the Old Station Building, Oswald Road  SY11 1RE with free parking. 

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