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| Castle Bank |
Tel: 01691 622 753 |
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 Oswestry Town
00 miles from Oswestry Centre
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. |
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| Oswestry Visitor & Exhibition Centre |
Tel: 01691 662753 |
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 Oswestry
00 miles from Oswestry Centre
The Centre is set within the parish Churchyard. Formerly called Holbache House, it was originally the second oldest grammar school founded in 1407. The Rev W.D Spooner was educated here. This 15th century timber-framed Grade II listed building houses the Tourist Information Centre, a cafe & has various art exhibitions on display. |
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| Oswestry Walking Tours |
Tel: 01691 662753 |
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 Oswestry
00 miles from Oswestry Centre
Every Saturday morning, April to September, join our guides for a tour of the town. Learn about plagues, fires, battles, riots and how the coming of the railway changed the economy of Oswestry.
Organised groups(daytime/evening) can be booked by phoning 01691 662753 and asking for a booking form.
School groups also catered for. please ring the above number for a booking form and further information. |
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 Oswestry
00 miles from Oswestry Centre
Legend has it that the well was created when King Oswald was killed at the battle of Maserfield,his severed arm was carried away by an eagle & when dropped to the ground a spring bubbled forth & this is now the site of the present well. Open at all times
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| Oswestry Hillfort (Old Oswestry) |
Tel: 01691 662 753 |
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Oswestry
01 miles from Oswestry Centre
On the northern edge of Oswestry with access via Llwyn Rd.This is a fine example of an Iron Age fortress first occupied in around 300BC. It is an impressive structure with its huge earthwork ramparts & ditches. Thought to be the birthplace of Queen Guinevere. Has wonderful views of Shropshire. There is limited car parking, access is free. |
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| Offas Dyke Path |
Tel: 01547 528192 |
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Location runs west of Oswestry
03 miles from Oswestry Centre
This is the ancient frontier between England & Wales. The Dyke was built in the 8th Century by the Saxon King Offa, king of Mercia & was used to mark & defend his western boundary against the Welsh princes. It runs for 177 miles & is an earth bank up to 8 meters high often with a ditch alongside. There are various good circular walks that use the path. |
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| Oswestry Racecourse Common |
Tel: 01691 662 753 |
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Oswestry
03 miles from Oswestry Centre
On the B4580 rd to Llansilin local beauty spot, the Racecourse Common was a popular venue for horse racing until 1850.Today it is popular for picnicking & walking.
The figure of eight circuit is about mile & half long 7 offers spectacular views over Shropshire & Wales. Open all times |
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| Whittington Castle |
Tel: 01691 662500 |
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 Castle Street, Whittington
03 miles from Oswestry Centre
12th century moated castle, Free access to grounds open all year. Car Park pay and display £1 per day. Tea room, open Wednesday to Sunday 10-4pm. Tours by arrangement 01691 662397. Also second hand bookshop. Look out for for special events. Disabled access to most parts of site, all shop facilities, toilets. |
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| Cambrian Heritage Railways & Museum |
Tel: 01691 688763 |
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Oswestry
05 miles from Oswestry Centre
HERITAGE TRAINS OPERATE IN OSWESTRY AND LLYNCLYS.
THERE ARE PLANS TO REOPEN THEIR ENTIRE EIGHT MILE ROUTE WHICH WILL SEE TRAINS RUNNING FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE THE 1960’S FROM GOBOWEN TO BLODWELL, LLYNCLYS AND PANT.
BOTH RAILWAYS ARE OPEN AT WEKENDS / BANK HOLIDAYS FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER - TRAIN RIDES, BUFFET, SHOP, SEASONAL EVENTS & THE CAMBRIAN RAILWAYS MUSEUM AT OSWESTRY
SEE cambrianrailways .com FOR DETAILS. VOLUNTEERS WELCOME.
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| Llanymynech Limeworks Heritage Area |
Tel: 01691 830094 |
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Llanymynech
05 miles from Oswestry Centre
Restored, scheduled ancient monument, Victorian limeworks with well-informed, interesting walks with tramways, sculptures, wildlife, canal and stunning views. Five miles south of Oswestry on the A483. |
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| Chirk Castle |
Tel: 01691 777 701 |
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 Chirk
07 miles from Oswestry Centre
A magnificent marcher fortress built 700 years ago by Edward I, situated close to the Welsh border. It has continuously been lived in by the Myddelton family for the past 400 years. The beautiful gardens offer commanding views over the Cheshire/Shropshire plains. |
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| Nesscliffe Hill & Kynaston's Cave |
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 Nesscliffe
10 miles from Oswestry Centre
Nesscliffe hill is a sandstone escarpment & is now a country park with various footpaths through the woods. To the north of the hill the ramparts of an old hill fort are present. An old sandstone quarry face forms a spectacular cliff, popular for rock climbing. Cut into the cliff face is a cave reputedly the hideaway of the highwayman Humphrey Kynaston & his horse. |
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| Welsh Canal Holiday Craft Ltd |
Tel: 01978 860702 |
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 Llangollen
11 miles from Oswestry Centre
The horsedrawn boats in Llangollen have been providing trips on the canal since 1894.
45 mins trips depart the wharf daily from Easter to end of October. There is a tearoom on the wharf providing good food, coffee and homemade cakes. We provide 2 hour motor boat trips over the aqueduct. Book online at www.horsedrawnboats.co.uk or Tel: 01978 860702 |
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| Breidden Hill & Rodney's Pillar |
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Criggion village
12 miles from Oswestry Centre
The Breidden is a volcanic feature, which dominates the area and stands over 1200ft high. Footpaths lead up to the summit with wonderful views of Shropshire & Wales. There are remains of an old hill fort en route which may have been the site of the last stand of Caractacus. Rodney's Pillar at the top was built by the gentlemen of Montgomeryshire who supplied oak from the area & shipped them down the river Severn to Bristol where Admiral Rodney's fleet was built. |
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 Melverley
12 miles from Oswestry Centre
Home of the famous black & white timber framed church, visit the craft centre or spend a day fishing on the side of the River Severn |
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| Llangollen Railway |
Tel: 01978 860979 |
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The Station, Abbey Rd, Llangollen
14 miles from Oswestry Centre
Llangollen Railway is probably the UK’s most scenic railway, running East/West along the River Dee in North Wales from Llangollen Station, located on the North Bank of the Dee just below the famous Llangollen Bridge, up the hill to Llangollen Goods Junction where the connections for the Engine Shed and Carriage Workshop join the main line. Then over the River Bridge on to the South Bank and onwards to Berwyn Station.
From Berwyn Station through Berwyn Tunnel to Deeside Halt, then over the level crossing into Glyndyfrdwy Station.
Leaving Glyndyfrdwy Station, past the relocated Barmouth Signal Box, past Owain Glyndwr’s Mount and into Carrog Station, the present end of the line.
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| Llangollen Wharf |
Tel: 01978 860702 |
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Llangollen
14 miles from Oswestry Centre
The horse drawn boat centre, enjoy the beautiful Llangollen Canal and trips over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Horse drawn boat trips and motor narrowboat trips. Trips 7 days a week. Gift shop.
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| Erddig Hall |
Tel: 01938 557 019 |
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Nr Wrexham
15 miles from Oswestry Centre
Unique 'upstairs downstairs' property, most interesting are the kitchens, laundry, bake house, stables, sawmill & smithy used by the servants. The stunning staterooms display most of their original 18th & 19th century furniture. The large walled garden has been restored to its 18th century formal design. |
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| Plas Newydd |
Tel: 01978 861314 |
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Hill St, Llangollen
15 miles from Oswestry Centre
Home to the Ladies of Llangollen who eloped from their families in Ireland & set up home in Wales in 1780. It was originally a small cottage but was gradually built on & was elaborately decorated with stained glass & carved oak panels. The formal gardens were created after the Ladies time. |
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 Welshpool
16 miles from Oswestry Centre
Steam Railway, Powis Castle, Montgomery Canal, Powysland Museum. Follow link to view all Powys Museums Service sites, including Powysland, Newtown, Llanidloes, Brecon and Radnor and Brecon. |
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| Attingham Park |
Tel: 01743 708162 |
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 Shrewsbury
25 miles from Oswestry Centre
National Trust: Mansion & Park, built in 1785. The park has walks along the River Tern and through a deer park. |
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| Hack Green Nuclear Bunker |
Tel: 01270 629219 |
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 nr Nantwich
25 miles from Oswestry Centre
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 Shrewsbury
25 miles from Oswestry Centre
Medieval county town, home of the fictional Brother Cadfael. A host of historic buildings and museums, including Shrewsbury Abbey. Excellent shopping, restaurants etc. |
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Chester
30 miles from Oswestry Centre
Zoo, Theatre, Roman Walls and Medieval Shopping Centres |
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| Wroxeter Roman City |
Tel: 01743 761 330 |
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 Shrewsbury
30 miles from Oswestry Centre
Roman City & Vineyard |
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| Much Wenlock |
Tel: 01952 727 679 |
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 Much Wenlock
35 miles from Oswestry Centre
Priory, Museum & Wenlock Edge |
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| Bridgnorth |
Tel: 01746 763 257 |
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 Bridgnorth
40 miles from Oswestry Centre
Medieval market town, Funicular Railway and Severn Valley Steam Railway. |
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| Ironbridge |
Tel: 01952 884391 |
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 Ironbridge
40 miles from Oswestry Centre
A fun family day out is ensured at the ten Ironbridge Gorge Museums. Meet the Victorians at Blists Hill Victorian Town and visit their shops, homes and workplaces, enjoy traditional Fish and Chips and a ride on the Fairground. Join in hands-on activities at many of the museums. Buy our great value Passport ticket and come back again and again for 12 months.
There are ten award-winning Museums spread along the valley beside the wild River Severn - still spanned by the world's first Iron Bridge.
See the products that set industry on its path and the machines that made them. Watch and talk to the Museums' craftsmen and costumed demonstrators as they work iron, fashion china and glass, and bring alive the people who lived and worked here.
At Blists Hill Costumed staff give a warm welcome and a fascinating insight into how life was lived in Victorian Times. Exchange your money in the Bank; admire the goods in the Grocers, Bakery and Sweetshop. Find out about curious remedies in the Chemist and see the printer and candle-maker in action.
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| Weston Park |
Tel: 01952 852 100 |
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 Shifnal
40 miles from Oswestry Centre
House and Gardens |
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| Ludlow |
Tel: 01584 875 053 |
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 Ludlow
50 miles from Oswestry Centre
Castle, Arts & Food Festivals |
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