About Montomery
Montgomery Castle which dominates the landscape above this ancient market town. The castle building started in 1223 on the orders of Henry III in response to the growing power of Welsh native prince Llywelyn ap Iorwerth (Llywelyn the Great)
Montgomery is noted for the quality of its pubs and restaurants and independent shops which include Bunners - a traditional ironmongers founded by Robert Henry Bunner in 1892 and still run by his descendents today.
The Dragon Hotel in the Georgian town square is a traditional old coaching inn and nearby, and a weekly market is held every Thursday in Broad Street and in the Town Hall.
The Offa’s Dyke National Trail passes only a mile from the town and a number of cycle routes and local walks have been developed. You will also find Kerry Vale Vineyard just two miles from the town.
map of things to do & places to stay around Montgomery
Dragon Hotel
The Dragon Hotel Restaurant and Bar are open daily for lunch and dinner. Food is served from 12:00 pm - 14:30 pm and 18:00 pm - 21:00 pm and you are assured that the finest local Welsh produce will feature on the menu.
Montgomery Town Hall
Montgomery Town Hall was built in 1748 and has been a market hall, a court house and a meeting place. It has seen over two centuries of magnificent occasions and is available for private hire for Weddings, Concerts, Parties, Dances, etc
Old Bell Museum
The Old Bell, a 16th century inn, has been converted into a local history museum by Montgomery Civic Society.
Montgomery Castle (Cadw)
More than the sum of its parts. Montgomery is one of those castles that, even in ruin, retain a powerful atmosphere and presence that transcend its state of preservation.
Trefaldwyn | Montgomery
A historic market town, Montgomery is just one mile from Offa's Dyke and the Welsh-Shropshire border. There is much to explore in the area including Montgomery Castle and the town's cobbled streets and Georgian and Victorian architecture.
The Nags Head Inn
The Nags head is a Grade II listed coaching inn on the A483 between Newtown and Welshpool and only a few yards from the Severn and the Montgomery Canal.
Dolydd Hafren Nature Reserve
The forces of nature are very obvious at Dolydd Hafren. On one side are the plants and animals trying to keep their roots in the ground and a roof over their head and on the other is the River Severn that, at times, causes complete chaos!
Kerry Vale Vineyard
Kerry Vale Vineyard Visitor Centre at the eastern tip of the Kerry Vale - an area of outstanding natural beauty and just 3 miles south of the charming town of Montgomery includes Vineyard Experience Tours, shop and cafe.
Mellington Hall Hotel
Mellington Hall Country House Hotel is a Grade II Listed 19th Century house set in beautiful landscaped grounds with spectacular views in every direction.
There are five cycle rides based in and around Montgomery that provide beautiful views of the dramatic countryside of the Welsh borders.
Although Montgomery has a small population of around 1300 you won't find a more livelier community; with cafes, inns and restaurants, 2 castles, numerous attractions, and the award-wining Monty's Brewery.
Many of the houses and walls around Montgomery exhibit plaques, detailing its historical importance and fascinating history.
Montgomery is a great central location for exploring Mid Wales and the Marches.
