Welshpool

Travel Guide

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Welshpool which includes a statue or sculpture, heritage elements and heritage architecture
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Welshpool is a picturesque market town in Powys, Wales, situated in the Severn Valley and only four miles from the border with England. The town’s buildings are mostly Georgian, but some are considerably older, going back to Tudor times and beyond. The town makes a great base from which to explore the spectacular countryside around it, and provides an opportunity to learn about the historical and cultural significance of the long-contested, and once heavily fortified, border between England and Wales.

Sport in Welshpool

Like most Welsh towns, Welshpool has its own rugby union club, Welshpool RFC, who play at the Maes y Dre recreation ground. They share the ground with the local soccer team, Welshpool Town FC. The town is also home to Welshpool & District Ladies Hockey Club and Welshpool Cricket Club, and has an excellent golf course at Welshpool Golf Club, with several other courses nearby.

Shopping in Welshpool

Welshpool has an eclectic mix of shops, with a wide variety of independent traders nestling in the quaint passages and busy streets of the attractive town centre, as well as a handful of high street chain stores.

As a traditional market town, Welshpool boasts a number of markets, including an indoor market at the town hall that is open from Mondays to Saturdays, with many stalls selling a broad range of products, a street market in Broad Street on Mondays, a farmers’ market at Coed-y-Dinas held on the first Saturday of each month and a livestock market held each Monday.

Eating and Drinking in Welshpool

There are plenty of restaurants, pubs, cafes and takeaways in Welshpool, offering a wide range of food and drink, from traditional Welsh and British fare to international cuisine from all over the world. There are also a number of charming country pubs and restaurants in the countryside surrounding Welshpool.

Places to Visit In and Around Welshpool

Perhaps Welshpool’s greatest treasure, Powis Castle lies less than a mile from the town centre and is in the care of the National Trust. This stunning medieval castle has an incredibly rich history dating back to around 1200 and is perched on a rock high above its world-renowned garden terraces. The castle contains one of the foremost collections of art and furniture in Wales, including a surprising collection of Indian treasures in the Clive Museum.

The Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway is a narrow gauge heritage steam railway that runs between Welshpool and Llanfair Caereinion. The line was built in 1903 but finally closed in 1956, until a group of enthusiasts first reopened the line in 1963 and began to develop it into what it is today - a fascinating glimpse into the golden age of steam trains, offering a relaxing journey through beautiful countryside.

You can learn about the rich cultural heritage of Welshpool at the Powysland Museum, which features artefacts from throughout the region’s history, from the time the first neolithic farmers settled in the area to the present day.

The Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool, Mid Wales

The Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool, Mid Wales

4 out of 5
The Cross, Welshpool, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,690 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P6,690
P8,028 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Welshpool. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (410 reviews)
"All good - food very good and cooked to order. The only let down with this property is the wifi which is absolutely terrible both speed (all over) and signal wise in the bedrooms."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

The Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool, Mid Wales
The Talbot Hotel

The Talbot Hotel

3 out of 5
Berriew, Welshpool, Wales
The price is P5,470 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,470
P6,565 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Welshpool. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Glansevern Hall Gardens and Montgomery Castle are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (359 reviews)
A lovely stay
"A lovely place to stay with ample parking. Close to the hotel was some nice walks that you can go on. The room I stayed in looked newly furnished and clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The food; particularly the free breakfast had a wide range to choose from and was good quality. I would ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

The Talbot Hotel
The Lowfield Inn

The Lowfield Inn

4 out of 5
Marton, Welshpool, England
The price is P6,114 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P6,114
P7,337 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star inn in Welshpool. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
Fabulous couple of days
"Amazing food in the restaurant, comfortable spacious room with lovely communal terrace. Very clean. Only downfall was on night 1 the pub alarm went off at midnight and 3am and as no staff sleep on site, we just had to put up with it which resulted in a sleepless night"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

The Lowfield Inn
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Green Dragon and Kitchen Pod - Sleeps 2 & Parking

Green Dragon and Kitchen Pod - Sleeps 2 & Parking

2 out of 5
Welshpool
Stay at this cottage in Welshpool. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Flash and Powysland Museum are located nearby.
Green Dragon and Kitchen Pod - Sleeps 2 & Parking
Green Dragon and Kitchen Pod - Sleeps 2 & Parking

Green Dragon and Kitchen Pod - Sleeps 2 & Parking

2 out of 5
Welshpool
Stay at this cabin in Welshpool. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Flash and Powysland Museum are located nearby.
Green Dragon and Kitchen Pod - Sleeps 2 & Parking
Glan yr Afon Dau - Relax, Recuperate, Enjoy

Glan yr Afon Dau - Relax, Recuperate, Enjoy

3 out of 5
Welshpool
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Welshpool. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attraction Lake Vyrnwy is located nearby.
Glan yr Afon Dau - Relax, Recuperate, Enjoy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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