Oswestry’s outdoor street market brings the town to life every Wednesday and Saturday, whatever the weather. Stalls fill the Market Square, The Bailey Head, and Bailey Street down to The Cross. Through the year, speciality markets add something different, and on the last Friday of every month local artisans create a lively, creative atmosphere.
The Indoor Market in Powis Market Hall is a bustling hub with an eclectic mix of stalls—from antiques and collectables to cake accessories, balloons, and even a barber. Make the Tourist Information Centre your first stop for friendly guidance from our town ambassadors. You’ll even find a public piano—feel free to sit down and play a tune.
Take a break at one of the cafés and enjoy the perfect spot for people‑watching on market days.
A highlight of the year is the Oswestry Food and Drink Festival in July, when the market transforms for two days of street food, entertainment, and stalls stretching from the Bailey Head into the town and the park.
Market Days at a Glance
- Indoor Market: Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
- Outdoor Street Market: Wednesday & Saturday
- Artisan Market: Last Friday of each month, with late‑night opening and live music
- Special Events: Easter Fun Market, Apple Day, gardening and charity markets
Oswestry has a proud market tradition dating back to its first charter in 1262. Markets once drew Welsh wool merchants across the border—and today they continue to attract visitors from both sides.
