Welcome to Knolton

Knolton Shropshire is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. The village is situated near the Welsh border and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 200 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church.

One of the main attractions of Knolton Shropshire is its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it the perfect destination for nature lovers. The village is also home to several walking trails, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can explore the nearby woods and fields, or take a leisurely stroll along the River Dee, which runs through the village.

Despite its small size, Knolton Shropshire has a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Cross Keys, which is a popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike. The pub serves traditional English food and ales, and is known for its friendly atmosphere. The village also has a village hall, which hosts a range of events throughout the year, including concerts, plays, and community gatherings. Overall, Knolton Shropshire is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a glimpse into rural English life.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 6.1°C

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Wind: 5.4 MPH

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Local Schools

School Details
Criftins C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Headteacher Mandy Jones
Criftins
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 9LT
01691690207
School Website
Ellesmere Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Jade Wilcox
Elson Road
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 9EU
1691622288
School Website
St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community)
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-16
Head Teacher
Ms Sue Lovecy
Moors Bank
St Martins
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY10 7BD
1691776500
School Website
Lakelands Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Sophy Bellis
Oswestry Road
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0EA
01691622543
School Website
Ellesmere College
Other Independent School
Ages:7-19
Head Teacher
Mr Brendan Wignall
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 9AB
1691622321
School Website
Moreton Hall School
Other Independent School
Ages:1-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Davis
Weston Rhyn
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 3EW
1691773671
Gobowen Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ronan Walsh
School Lane
Gobowen
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 3LD
01691661343
School Website
Weston Rhyn Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Suzi Bray Tracey Derham
Old Chirk Road
Weston Rhyn
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY10 7SR
01691773429
School Website
Derwen College
Special Post 16 Institution
Ages:16-25
Head Teacher
Principal Meryl Green
Whittington Road
Gobowen
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 3JA
1691661234
School Website
Welshampton C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ben Crompton
Welshampton
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0PG
01948710325
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chirk
Station Avenue, Chirk, Wrexham, LL14 5LU
4.79 Miles
Ruabon
Station Road, Ruabon, Wrexham, LL14 6DL
4.87 Miles
Gobowen
Station Road, Gobowen, Shropshire, SY11 3JS
5.00 Miles
Wrexham Central
Island Green Shopping Centre, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL11 7LW
7.34 Miles
Wrexham General
Station Approach, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL11 2AA
7.71 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Col's Private Hire And Airport Transfers
07497 030364
6 Ifton View, St Martins, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3BA
2.60 Miles
Swan Taxis
01691 773535
Rose Bank Cottage/Church La, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3AN
2.95 Miles
Chirk And District Taxis
01691 773535
Rose Bank Cottage, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3AN
2.95 Miles
Mike's Private Hire And Airport Services
07850 808916
43 Swan Hill, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 0LZ
3.36 Miles
Motor Home And Camper Van Hire
07900 273422
Welsh Frankton, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 4NX
3.57 Miles
Meseret Taxis
07875 404229
7 Ash Grove, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL14 5RF
4.24 Miles
A1 Taxis
01691 770043
24 Walden Crescent, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL14 5LH
4.36 Miles
B And L Taxis
01691 776444
27 West View, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL14 5HN
4.55 Miles
Berwyn Cars Of Gobowen
01691 652000
Meadow View, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3PP
4.69 Miles
Ambassadors Luxury Cars
0845 388 0232
The Hollow/Whitehurst, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL14 5AS
4.72 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Pentre Coed
No More Collections Today
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Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Knolton Bridge
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:10:15
Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Trotting Mare
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:10:45
Saturday Last Collection:10:00
The Griffin
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:10:00
Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Dudleston Heath
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:11:00
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Hill Park
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:11:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Sodylit Bank
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:10:00
Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Dudleston Heath Post Office
Collection Today available until:17:00
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Criftins
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:11:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Fox Inn
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:11:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Little Common
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:10:00
Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Upper Ifton Heath
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elson Road
Collection Today available until:17:00
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
The Cross
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:11:30
Saturday Last Collection:07:15
St Martins Post Office
Collection Today available until:17:15
Weekday Last Collection:17:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Churchmere Medical Group
Ellesmere Medical Practice
Trimpley Street
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0DB
Churchmere Medical Group
01691 242222
Trimpley Street
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0DB
Cambrian Medical Practice
01691 652929
Thomas Savin Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 1GA
The Caxton Surgery
01691 654646
The Caxton Surgery
Oswald Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 1RD
Caxton Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Oswald Road
Oswestry
SY11 1RD
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Local Stores

Ellesmere
25-29 Cross Street
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0AW
01691 622560
Store Website
3.40 miles
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SPAR Chirk
SPAR
16 Church Street
Chirk
Wrexham
LL14 5HA
01691 773354
Store Website
4.5 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Wetreins Equine
Knolton Hall
Oswetry Road
Wrexham
Clwyd
LL13 0LG
annie-rose@msn.com
Website
1.11 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Medivet Overton
The Old Surgery
Penyllan Street
Overton
Wrexham
Clwyd
LL13 0EE
01978 711975
overton@medivet.co.uk
Website
1.92 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Rhyn Park Vets
Unit 2, Old Tollbar
Moors Bank
St Martins
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 3ER
01691 778589
Website
3.20 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

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Poultry

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Brownlow Veterinary Centre
Ellesmere Business Park
Oswestry Road
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0EW
01691 622152
info@brownlowvetgroup.co.uk
Website
3.30 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Medivet Ellesmere Talbot Street
12 Talbot Street
Ellesmere
Shropshire
SY12 0HQ
01691 622201
Ellesmere.talbot.st@medivet.co.uk
Website
3.44 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Castle Veterinary Centre
Holyhead Road
Chirk
Wrexham
Clwyd
LL14 5EU
01691 774202
Website
4.48 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Ty Mawr Country Park
A Linear Walk In Cefn Mawr Five Miles South Of Wrexham. Ty Mawr Is A 35-Acre Country Park, Situated Between The Cefn Viaduct And The Pontcycyllte Aqueduct.
LL14 3PE
5.24 miles

Located Off The B5605, Follow The Brown Country Park Signs Off The A483.
Nant Mill Coedpoeth Near Wrexham
8 Rhos Berse Rd
Coedpoeth
8.40 miles

Coedpoeth On A525 Wrexham To Ruthin Road. Signposted. Turn Left As Soon As You Enter The Village Of Coedpoeth. Follow The Road Until You Get To A Fork In The Road. Entrance To Nant Mill Is On The Right. It Is Owned By The Wrexham Borough Council. See Their Website For Details. It Has A Long And Short Walks. Dogs Are Welcome, Has Pony Trails In The Area. Rangers For Children'S Activities And An Education Centre. Toilets Available For The Disabled. River Runs Along The Path, It Has A Ford, Car Park, Toilets And Shop. Lots Of Other Walks Available.
Location
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Alyn Waters
Perfect For All Sizes. With Plenty Of Benches Along The Way. Cafe And Picnic Areas. Park For The Kids And Parking.
Alyn Waters
10.19 miles

It Has Two Entrances One In Gwersyltt And One In Llay
Location
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Bickerton Hill
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Maiden Castle, Bickerton Hill, Cheshire. Bickerton Hill Lies To The South Of The Sandstone Ridge At The Southern Tip Of The Peckforton Hills And Covers Approximately 280 Acres. This Walk Will Provide You With Views Across The Dee Valley To The Welsh Hills.
SY14 8LN
12.47 miles

From The A534 Between Bulkeley And Barnhill, Take The Turn Onto Long Lane And Then Turn Onto Goldford Lane Where A Little Way Down You Will Find The National Trust Bickerton Hill Car Park.
Location
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Tattenhall Millennium Mile
I Think It Is A Bit Longer Than A Mile!
30 Covert Rise
Tattenhall
Chester
CH3 9HA
14.39 miles

Location
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Nercwys Forest
Moderate Walk 1 Hour Circular Walk With Views At The Top
Nercwys Forest
Nercwys
15.21 miles

Location
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