Welcome to Oswestry (Croeswallt)

Oswestry, also known as Croeswallt in Welsh, is a market town located in Shropshire, England. The town has a rich history dating back to the Iron Age, with evidence of settlements and fortifications found in the area. Oswestry played a significant role in the Welsh-English border conflicts, with the town being captured and recaptured several times during the Middle Ages. Today, Oswestry is a bustling town with a population of around 17,000 people and is known for its vibrant market, independent shops, and historic landmarks.

One of the most notable landmarks in Oswestry is the Old Oswestry Hill Fort, which dates back to the Iron Age. The hill fort is one of the largest and best-preserved examples of its kind in Britain and is a popular destination for visitors interested in history and archaeology. The town also has several other historic buildings, including St Oswald's Parish Church, which dates back to the 12th century, and the Old Grammar School, which was founded in the 15th century.

Oswestry is also known for its vibrant market, which takes place every Wednesday and Saturday. The market has been a fixture in the town for over 700 years and offers a wide range of goods, including fresh produce, clothing, and crafts. In addition to the market, Oswestry has a thriving independent retail scene, with a variety of shops and boutiques offering unique and locally sourced products. The town also hosts several annual events, including the Oswestry Show and the Food and Drink Festival, which attract visitors from across the region.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Woodside Primary School
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Head Teacher
Mr Claire Bennett
Gittin Street
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 1DT
01691652446
School Website
Our Lady And St Oswalds Catholic Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nikki O'dwyer
Upper Brook Street
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2TG
01691652849
School Website
Holy Trinity Church Of England Primary Academy And Nursery
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Elizabeth Holmes
Middleton Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2LF
1691654832
School Website
Oswestry School
Other Independent School
Ages:4-18
Head Teacher
Mr Peter Middleton
Upper Brook Street
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2TL
1691655711
School Website
The Marches School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Alison Pearson
Morda Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2AR
01691664400
School Website
The Meadows Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Karen Morris
Harlech Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2EA
01691656080
School Website
Morda C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr John Eglin
Morda
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY10 9NR
01691652025
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
Whittington C Of E Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Carl Rogers
Station Road
Whittington
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 4DA
01691662269
School Website
Trefonen C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Catherine Dunleavy
School Lane
Trefonen
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY10 9DY
01691652960
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gobowen
Station Road, Gobowen, Shropshire, SY11 3JS
2.36 Miles
Chirk
Station Avenue, Chirk, Wrexham, LL14 5LU
5.01 Miles
Ruabon
Station Road, Ruabon, Wrexham, LL14 6DL
8.69 Miles
Wrexham Central
Island Green Shopping Centre, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL11 7LW
13.01 Miles
Wrexham General
Station Approach, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL11 2AA
13.29 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Prestige Taxis
01691 656367
Powis Place, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1JU
0.03 Miles
Burgess Taxis
01691 656363
The Queens Complex Oswald Road, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1RB
0.06 Miles
Burgess Taxi's
01691 652080
1 Oswald Road, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1RB
0.06 Miles
Gobowen Taxis
01691 670888
Oswald Road, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1RD
0.10 Miles
Oswestry Taxis
01691 658658
Tanyard/Oak St, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1LW
0.28 Miles
Oswestry Cabs
01691 661663
40 Penylan Lane, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2AG
0.51 Miles
Gobowen Cars
01691 676222
3 Harlech Cl, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2EJ
0.71 Miles
A To B Taxis (Oswestry) Ltd
01691 679911
Maes-Y-Clawdd, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 8NN
1.38 Miles
Berwyn Cars Of Gobowen
01691 652000
Meadow View, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3PP
2.65 Miles
Jeff And Burgess Taxis And Minibuses
01691 656367
Tynymorlas, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7LL
3.15 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Beatrice Street
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Bailey Head
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Castle Street
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Leg Street
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Sy10 Oswestry Post Office
Collection Today available until:18:00
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Sy11 Oswestry Branch Office Willow Street
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Willow Street Meter Box
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Willow Street
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Gittin Street
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Festival Square
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York Street
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Park Avenue
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Sun Corner
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Middleton Road
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Woodside
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Caxton Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Oswald Road
Oswestry
SY11 1RD
North Shropshire Pcn
01691 654646
The Caxton Surgery
Oswald Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 1RD
The Caxton Surgery
01691 654646
The Caxton Surgery
Oswald Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 1RD
Plas Ffynnon Medical Ctre
01691 655844
Plas Ffynnon Medical Ctre
Middleton Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2RB
Cambrian Medical Practice
01691 652929
Thomas Savin Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 1GA
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Local Stores

Oswestry
Victoria Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2HR
01691 671478
Store Website
0.37 miles
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SPAR Chirk
SPAR
16 Church Street
Chirk
Wrexham
LL14 5HA
01691 773354
Store Website
4.9 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Market Town Vet
3 Church Street
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2SU
01691 897199
info@themarkettownvet.co.uk
Website
0.18 miles
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Open at weekends

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Park Issa Vets Ltd
Salop Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 2RL
01691 670 067
parkissavets@gmail.com
Website
0.47 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

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Border Veterinary Centre
Maesbury Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY10 8HA
01691 670395
Website
1.00 miles
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Oakwood Veterinary Centre
Babbinswood Farm
Whittington
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 4PF
01691 679699
oakwoodvets@onetel.com
Website
3.14 miles
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Rhyn Park Vets
Unit 2, Old Tollbar
Moors Bank
St Martins
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 3ER
01691 778589
Website
4.36 miles
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Castle Veterinary Centre
Holyhead Road
Chirk
Wrexham
Clwyd
LL14 5EU
01691 774202
Website
5.00 miles
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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
7.37 miles

Located Off The B5605, Follow The Brown Country Park Signs Off The A483.
Nant Mill Coedpoeth Near Wrexham
8 Rhos Berse Rd
Coedpoeth
12.79 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
15.57 miles

It Has Two Entrances One In Gwersyltt And One In Llay
Location
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Battlefield
Two Dog Walking Routes, Long And Short. Leading Too Mary Magdalene Church. Free Parking. Scenic, Peaceful. If You Go Through The Church Yard It Leads To Battlefield Farm Shop, Falconry And Cafe. The Cafe Also Serves Outdoor, So Dog Friendly.
Shrewsbury
Lancashire
15.64 miles

Location
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toned.saying.riders
Haughmond Hill Shropshire
4 Great Walks, The Furthest Is 1 Hour 15 Mins And I Think The Shortest Was 20 Mins. We Could Let The Dog Off All The Way Round. Marked Route All The Way And Amazing Views. Car Park Charges But Not To Bad And An Amazing Cafe With Lovely Food And Lots Of Picnic Benches Also You Can Buy Frozen Yoghurt And Other Treats For Your Dog.
Shrewsbury
Lancashire
18.26 miles

Location
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Haughmond Hill
Lovely Walk And Very Dog Friendly. (Always Lots Of Dogs About) There Are Different Routes To Take And A Lovely Cafe That Sells Bags Of Doggie Sausage. Car Park Charges Do Apply. I Highly Recommend Haughmond Hill.
Haughmond Hill Car Park
Lancashire
18.38 miles

Look For Cafe Sign On The Turning In To The Lane. Go Past The Quarry On The Right And You Will See The Car Park.
Location
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