Welshpool Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Powis Castle showing a castle, heritage elements and heritage architecture
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Welshpool showing a statue or sculpture, a castle and heritage elements
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Tour historical attractions, ride on an old steam railway and explore the green environs of this picturesque town in mid-Wales.

The picturesque town of Welshpool lies just 4 miles (6.4 kilometres) from the border with England. It is surrounded by gorgeous countryside and filled with historic sites. Venture into a 13th-century fortress, hike along walking trails and paddle a canoe along the canal.

Start your visit with a stroll along the Heritage Trail, a route that cover 20 places of historic interest. Among the sites you will come across are timber-framed buildings from the 16th century, the 19th-century Christ Church and Powysland Museum and Canal Centre. This was a canal warehouse during the 19th century, but today covers the archaeology and social history of the region.

Also on the trail is the Town Hall, built in 1837. Come here on Saturdays and Mondays for the market, and on the first Friday of each month for the farmers' market. Travel further back into the past with a visit to Powis CastleOpens in a new window, a medieval fortress. Stroll around the castle’s formal gardens.

For more scenic walks, go to Montgomery Canal, a waterway that passes through the Welsh Marches. There are numerous nature reserves bordering the canal and a path for walking and cycling. Try and spot local wildlife, including otters and water voles. You can also paddle through the area in a canoe.

Another way to experience the beauty of the scenery here is to book a trip on the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway. The old-fashioned steam train makes a 16-mile (25.7-kilometre) return trip through the green Welsh countryside.

At night, take your pick from one of the pubs and restaurants. There is also a nightclub and a theatre. Consider coinciding your visit with some of the town's annual festivals, including the Welshpool Carnival in May and the Country and Western Music Festival in July.

Reach Welshpool by car or train from England where international airports in Liverpool, Birmingham and Manchester are within easy reach of the town.

Enjoy a holiday in a beautiful part of Wales, home to scenic wonders and fascinating historical sites.

The Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool, Mid Wales

The Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool, Mid Wales

4 out of 5
The Cross, Welshpool, Wales
The price is AU$209 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$209
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (425 reviews)

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

The Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool, Mid Wales
The Lowfield Inn

The Lowfield Inn

4 out of 5
Marton, Welshpool, England
The price is AU$196 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$196
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (393 reviews)
"Great hotel and staff"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Lowfield Inn
The Talbot Hotel

The Talbot Hotel

3 out of 5
Berriew, Welshpool, Wales
The price is AU$196 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$196
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Welshpool. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Glansevern Hall Gardens and Montgomery Castle ...
9/10 Wonderful! (381 reviews)
"Very clean and excellent food"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Talbot Hotel
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Glan yr Afon Un - Relax, Recuperate, Enjoy

Glan yr Afon Un - Relax, Recuperate, Enjoy

Welshpool
Stay at this cabin in Welshpool. Enjoy in-room fireplaces and a hot tub. Popular attraction Lake Vyrnwy is located nearby.
Glan yr Afon Un - Relax, Recuperate, Enjoy
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.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Approachable family and dog friendly warm welcome. Clean shower and toilets. My first experience glamping in a pod in a loveley setting and great view of the hills. Very good value for money."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Green Dragon and Kitchen Pod - Sleeps 2 & Parking
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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