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Things to Do in Welshpool

Welshpool, or Y Trallwng in Welsh, is a market town in the Severn valley in north Powys, a few miles from the English border. It has a castle with some of the finest gardens in Britain, a narrow gauge steam railway, a restored canal and easy access to Offa's Dyke and Glyndŵr's Way. On Sunday 4 July 2027, it's the start town for stage three of the Tour de France. Things to do and places to visit around the town are listed below.

Powis Castle and Garden

Powis Castle stands on a ridge just outside the town, in a deer park a short walk from the centre. The medieval castle was built by Welsh princes and turned into a grand house, and it's now cared for by the National Trust. The terraced gardens, laid out in the late 1600s, step down the hillside below the castle, with enormous clipped yews and views over the Severn valley. Inside, the Clive Museum holds treasures brought back from India. There's a courtyard restaurant for lunch.

Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway

This narrow gauge steam railway runs for eight miles from Raven Square in Welshpool through the Banwy valley to Llanfair Caereinion, climbing some of the steepest gradients of any railway in Britain. The line was built to carry farm goods and livestock to market. There's a tearoom at Llanfair station.

The Montgomery Canal

The Montgomery Canal runs through the middle of Welshpool, and the towpath makes a flat walk or bike ride in either direction. At the canal wharf, Y Lanfa is home to the Powysland Museum, which tells the story of the area from prehistory to the present. Llyn Coed y Dinas nature reserve, on the edge of town, is good for birdwatching.

Cycling and walking

The Welshpool and Berriew cycle route is a 24-mile loop on quiet lanes, partly on National Cycle Route 81, with a detour to Powis Castle. Walkers can pick up Offa's Dyke Path at Buttington, just east of town, and Glyndŵr's Way, the 135-mile National Trail across Powys, finishes in Welshpool. See cycling in Mid Wales and our guide to riding the Tour de France route.

Nearby: Montgomery, Berriew and Llanfair Caereinion

Montgomery, eight miles south, is a small Georgian town with a ruined castle on the ridge above and Kerry Vale Vineyard nearby. Berriew, a black-and-white village on the River Rhiw, is home to the Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture. Llanfair Caereinion, at the far end of the steam railway, sits in the quiet Banwy valley.

Where to eat in Welshpool

Tastes of Wales is a licensed tearoom using Welsh produce, with brunch, lunch and afternoon tea. The Royal Oak Hotel in the town centre has a restaurant and bar, and Westwood Park Hotel is a traditional pub. See more places to eat.

Where to stay in Welshpool

The Royal Oak Hotel is a historic coaching inn in the centre, and there are farm cottages, holiday parks and B&Bs around the town. For race weekend in July 2027, see our guide to where to stay for the Tour de France.

How do I get to Welshpool?

Welshpool is on the Cambrian Line, with direct trains from Shrewsbury and Birmingham. By road, it's on the A483 and A458, about 20 miles west of Shrewsbury. Welshpool Tourist Information Centre is in the town centre.

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Silver Sherpa

Address

Powys & Shropshire border, SY21 9PL

Telephone
01938552277

silversherpa.uk@gmail.com

Silver Sherpa offers an exceptional travel experience for visitors exploring the stunning landscapes of Mid Wales and Shropshire. We specialise in daily luggage transfer services for walkers on Offa's Dyke Path, covering the Northern section between…
Fraithwen Friesians | Carriage Driving

Address

Fraithwen Friesians, Adfa, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3DB

Telephone
07898 891039

gaynor33@hotmail.co.uk

Newtown

Carriage Driving is a lovely, relaxing way to see and hear the countryside, smell the flowers in the hedgerows, enjoy a nice cuppa or other drink on your return and see the horses at home.
Brad Carr's School of Photography | 1:1 Tuition, Workshops & Retreats

Address

Prince Of Wales Drive, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7UE

Telephone
07479 503324

brad@bradcarrphotography.co.uk

Welshpool

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Through the school of photography, I offer a comprehensive range of learning experiences for photographers at all stages of their creative journey. These include group landscape photography workshops, private 1:1 photography tuition, and residential…
Offas Dyke Circular

Address

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery

Enjoy a ramble through lovely parkland followed by tranquil farmland paths and a section adjacent to Offas Dyke
4 miles (6.5km) Easy Walk about 2 hours
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Montgomery | County War Memorial

Address

MONTGOMERY, Powys, SY15 6HN

MONTGOMERY

Situated on Town Hill overlooking Montgomery and is visible for many miles in all directions. The moderate climb up from the path opposite the Castle car park is quite easy. Good footwear is recommended.
Montgomery Trails | Rolling Marches Walk

Address

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery

The ranges of hills west of Montgomery can be fully appreciated from this fairly strenuous walk over the rolling Marches landscape.
5miles (8km) moderate grade. 2.5hours
Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

Address

The Station, Llanfair Caereinion, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 0SF

Telephone
01938 810441

info@wllr.org.uk

Welshpool

Dates

A narrow gauge train trip in up the steepest gradients in Britain. Steam locos and coaches from around the world. Shops and picnic areas at both termini.

Price
Price £21.00 per adult to £170.00 Per Group
Falconry Experience Wales

Address

Llwyn Celyn, Adfa, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3DG

Telephone
01686 805771

falconryexperiencewales@gmail.com

Adfa, Newtown

Named the Wildlife Experience of the Year at the Wales Prestige Awards 2022-23, Falconry Experience Wales offers an insight into the world of Birds of Prey. Fly and handle Lakota the Bald Eagle or Moggie the White Faced Owl.
Montgomery Trails | Beneath the Fridd

Address

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery

Step out of Montgomery onto field paths giving delightful views and a flavour of the Montgomeryshire countryside.
3 miles (5 km) moderate grade - 1-1.5hours
Powis Castle and Garden

Address

Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF

Telephone
01938 551944

powiscastle@nationaltrust.org.uk

Welshpool

Cared for by the National Trust since 1952, Powis Castle & Gardens includes a world-famous garden, a 13th-century castle, the Clive Museum, and a historic collection.

Price
Price £7.50 per child to £37.50 per family
Lake Vyrnwy Hotel | Spa & Thermal Suite

Address

Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa, Lake Vyrnwy, Llanwddyn, Powys, SY10 0LY

Telephone
01691 870692

spa@lakevyrnwyhotel.co.uk

Llanwddyn

Experience a whole new level of serenity at the Lake Vyrnwy Spa in the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel. Be ready to be really pampered and enjoy everything you’d expect from this top class spa.

Price
Price £20.00 per adult
Montgomery Trails | Cross Offa Walk

Address

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

Trefaldwyn | Montgomery

This walk straddles the border between Wales and England and provides wonderful views of Welsh hills all around, with almost no climbing necessary on the walk
9 miles (14.5km) Moderate - 4-5hours
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Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture

Address

Aqueduct Road, Berriew, Powys, SY21 8PJ

Telephone
01686 640689

almos@andrewloganmuseum.org

Berriew

“The nicest and friendliest Museum in the UK” - visitor
ALMoS is a wonderland, a fantastical jewelled treasure trove in Mid Wales and houses a glittering selection of artist sculptor Andrew Logan’s signature works.
Bryn Tanat Wellness Spa

Address

Llansantffraid-ym-Mechain, Llansantffraid, Powys, SY22 6BA

Telephone
01691 828266

wellness@bryntanat.co.uk

Llansantffraid

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Bryn Tanat Wellness Spa offers a tranquil retreat with hydrotherapy, gym, and luxurious treatments using VOYA and Wild Beauty products. Whether staying overnight or visiting for the day, all spa packages include your own private cabin or lodge with…
Gregynog Hall & Gardens

Address

Tregynon, Nr Newtown, Powys, SY16 3PL

Telephone
01686 650224

enquiries@gregynog.org

Nr Newtown

Gregynog Hall is an ancient house with a Victorian face. Once a landed estate, now a Conference Centre and Wedding & Events Venue the house is still at the heart of the local community.
Dyfnant Forest | Pont Llogel Wood

Address

Dyfnant & Vyrnwy Forests (NRW), Car Park & Picnic Site, Lake Vyrnwy, Powys, SY21 0QH

Telephone
0300 065 3000

enquiries@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk

Lake Vyrnwy

Pont Llogel is a small woodland within the Dyfnant Forest next to the Afon Efyrnwy (River Vyrnwy) and the car park and picnic area is set beside an old stone bridge at the edge of a hamlet. This tranquil area has been designated a SSSI choice of 3…
Llanymynech Rocks Nature Reserve

Address

Underhill Lane, Pant, SY22 6HD

Telephone
01938 555654

info@montwt.co.uk

Pant

Straddling the border between England and Wales, the reserve lies at the southern end of the carboniferous limestone outcrop that stretches from Anglesey and the Great Orme at Llandudno.
Glyndwr's Way | Llanwddyn - Welshpool

Address

Mid Wales, Powys, SY21 7DD

Telephone
01597 827562

helen.tatchell@powys.gov.uk

A 132 mile National Trail set in the heart of Mid Wales breathtaking countryside, dedicated to the 15th Century Welsh Prince Owain Glyndwr
Y Lanfa | Powysland Museum & Library

Address

Y Lanfa Powysland Museum, The Canal Wharf, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7AQ

Telephone
01938 55003

ylanfa@powys.gov.uk

Welshpool

The Powisland Museum is housed in a restored historic warehouse beside the Montgomery Canal with Welshpool Library on the ground floor and Powysland Museum upstairs. The museum depicts the archaeology and social history of Montgomeryshire.
Dolforwyn Castle (Cadw)

Address

Abermule, Nr Newtown, Powys, SY15 6JJ

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Nr Newtown

Discover Dolforwyn Castle, an ancient fortress nestled on a picturesque ridge above the enchanting Severn Valley near Newtown. Immerse yourself in the captivating tale of Welsh-English conflict as you explore the rich history that surrounds…
Montgomery Castle (Cadw)

Address

Montgomery Castle, Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN

Telephone
0300 025 6000

cadw@gov.wales

Montgomery

Montgomery Castle is a masonry castle standing on a rocky promontory above the town of Montgomery. Precipitous slopes to the north and east make this an excellent defensive site.