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The highlights of Welshpool

Castles, canals and countryside — all within easy reach of the town square.

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Welshpool Cockpit

The Welshpool Cockpit is one of the best-preserved cockfighting arenas in Britain. Built in the early 18th century, it is a rare and unusual piece of local history tucked away just off the town centre.

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Maes y Dre Recreation Ground

Maes y Dre Recreation Ground is one of Welshpool’s main public open spaces, offering a wide ra ...

Old Station

Built by the Oswestry & Newtown Railway, the original station opened on 14 August 1860.

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway is a historic narrow-gauge steam railway running through the beautiful countryside of Mid Wales. Opened in 1903, it originally carried passengers and goods between Welshpool and Llanfair Caereinion.

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Local events & traditions

There's always something going on — from centuries-old markets to summer festivals.

THU

OCT

11:00am

Welshpool Kidney Cafe

Run by people living with kidney disease for people living with kidney disease This is an informal 'face to face' meeting to support people, families & carers who are living with kidney disease in the Welshpool area. Come along we would love to meet you! This meeting takes place at: 1st Clive's Own Welshpool Scout Headquarters & Community Centre (1st COWSHACC), Oldford Lane, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7TE. Booking is Essential! To book your place: Scan the QR code with your smart phone/tablet to book via Eventorite: Or Contact us by phone, email or our website.

1st Clives Own Welshpool Scout Headquarters & Community Centre

SAT

OCT

5:30pm

Halloween Parade and Party

🎃👻 IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR! 👻🎃 Get ready for a spooktacular evening as Welshpool Town Council brings you our FREE Halloween Parade & Party! Saturday, 31st October 2026. Parade starts at 5.30pm. Welshpool Bus Station. Join us for a frightfully fun evening packed with competitions, a disco and plenty of Halloween fun for all the family! Refreshments and drinks will be available to purchase on the night. Raffle tickets will also be available, with some fantastic prizes up for grabs! Fancy dress is encouraged – the scarier, the better! Limited spaces available, so book early to avoid disappointment! https://beta.welshpooltowncouncil.gov.uk/forms/halloween-parade-and-party

Welshpool Town Hall

FRI

NOV

5:30pm

Welshpool Fireworks Display

Friday, 6th November 2026. Gates open at 5:30pm for a 7pm display. Entry is free, but donations would be gratefully received to go towards future events. Strictly no dogs and no vehicles. Entry via Howell Drive or canal footpath. Disabled parking available for blue badge holders only. For more information, please call: 01938 553142 or email: [email protected]

Maes y Dre Recreation Ground

SAT

NOV

10:00am

Coffee Morning and Stalls

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Welshpool Methodist Church

A market town where castles, canals and countryside meet.

The highlights of Welshpool

Welshpool Cockpit

Maes y Dre Recreation Ground

Old Station

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

Useful information before you arrive

Local events & traditions

Welshpool Kidney Cafe

Halloween Parade and Party

Welshpool Fireworks Display

Coffee Morning and Stalls

Start at Welshpool Information Centre