The daffodils are nodding along the canals, the lambs are appearing in the Shropshire hills, and the smell of toasted hot cross buns and joyful independent shopping greets you in town. Easter in Oswestry is a lot of fun. Whether you’re a local looking for a fresh adventure or a visitor ready to explore our historic border town, there is plenty to keep every “bunny” happy this season.
🐑Easter Eggstavaganza at Park Hall Countryside Experience all the fun of the farm in springtime with indoor and outdoor spaces, bunnies, lambs and activities to delight the whole family.
🎪All the Fun of the Circus: Bailey Head If you’re looking for thrills without the spills, head straight to the heart of town. The Street Circus at the Bailey Head is back! On Saturday, 4th April, the market square transforms into a vibrant arena for the performers.
But the fun doesn’t stop there. On Good Friday (3rd April), the Bailey Head also hosts a Family Fun Day featuring an Easter egg hunt, face painting, and local market stalls perfect for picking up some last-minute treats.
🛶 Canal cruises, heritage, trains, and Wild Adventures – Oswestry and borderlands can offer them all, Steam at the Welshpool Llanfair Light Railway – it’s the Carrot Express this easter! Heritage diesel from the Cambrian Heritage Railway right from the centre of Oswestry, trips from Anglo Welsh and Llangollen Wharf over Pontcysyllte Aqueduct or maybe Horse Drawn to Horse Shoe Falls. If you are looking for something a bit more physical, the Hirsute chaps at Bearded Men Adventures or the team at White Water Active are sure to whet your appetite! Don’t forget, refreshments are available at the very pretty Llanymynech Wharf Take a weekend wander through the ghosts of the area’s industrial past, now beautifully surrounded by nature.
🏰 National Trust Gems: Chirk and Erddig
We are incredibly lucky to have world-class heritage right on our doorstep.
- Chirk Castle: The castle grounds are perfect for an Easter “egg-sploration.” Their Easter trails are legendary, winding through the formal gardens and into the woodland.
- Erddig: Easter fun continues at this beautiful estate and gardens, and don’t forget the scones!
🥾 Stretch Your Legs: Country Walks
Easter is the time to dust off the hiking boots. If you want to escape the chocolate-induced sugar rush, try these local favourites:
- Old Oswestry Hillfort: For a shorter walk with a massive payoff, climb the ramparts of the Iron Age hillfort. The 360-degree views of the town and the Welsh hills are breathtaking in the spring light.
- Llanymynech Rocks: A bit of industrial history mixed with nature. The paths around the old lime works offer stunning vistas and a chance to spot early spring butterflies.
- The Stream in the Sky: Why not be a little adventurous and cross the stream in the sky this easter! The canal network offers some fantastic walks locally.
☕ Tea & Treats: Local Favourites
No Easter outing is complete without a pit stop for cake. Oswestry’s “coffee culture” is thriving, and we have some real gems:
- The Old School House: Set in a stunning 15th-century building, it’s the ultimate spot for a cosy cuppa and a slice of something seasonal or something more substantial.
- The Beech Tree: Known for its warm welcome and Mediterranean flavours.
- Booka Bookshop: If you have little ones, check out their Easter Storytime event on the 8th of April before grabbing a coffee and cake in their cafe.
🍺Food & Drink
Easter Weekend is a great time to enjoy food and drink with the whole family, Oswestry and has some great options If you are looking for early al fresco eating or warm indoor hospitality.
- The Sweeney has stunning Gardens fit for Lady Whistledown herself.
- The Stonehouse offers orchard seating watching the trains or maybe get the table that looks into the brewing room!
- The Wynnstay Llansillin can offer a beer garden within breathtaking scenery or a roaring fire, weather dependent!
What’s your favourite Easter tradition in Oswestry? Let us know in the comments below!
