Welcome to Mid Wales

A market town where castles, canals and countryside meet.

From the red stone walls of Powis Castle to steam trains puffing through the hills — Welshpool is your gateway to the best of Mid Wales.

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The highlights of Welshpool

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

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway
Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway is a historic narrow-gauge steam railway running through ...

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Old Station
Old Station

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

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Domen Castell
Domen Castell

Domen Castell, also known as Welshpool Motte and Bailey, is one of the town’s most important historic landmarks. Standing above the town, the site offers a fascinating glimpse into Welshpool’s medieval past and the origins of settlement in this part of the Severn Valley.

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Useful information before you arrive

Find travel details, visitor information, local facilities and helpful services.

Local events & traditions

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

THU
26
NOV

  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

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THU
26
NOV

  7:30pm

Piano recital by rising Welsh musician Tomos Boyles

  Welshpool Methodist Church

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SAT
28
NOV

  1:00pm

Winter Festival

Get ready for an afternoon full of Festive Fun as our Winter Festival returns on Saturday, 28th November 2026, from 1 pm to 6 pm! Christmas lights switch on at 5:00 pm. Families can explore a wonderful selection of food and craft stalls, offering everything from delicious seasonal treats to unique handmade gifts, perfect for Christmas shopping. Further Christmas craft stalls are available in the indoor market. Visitors of all ages can enjoy a packed stage line-up, featuring music and festive entertainment throughout the day. 

  Welshpool Town Centre

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TUE
1
DEC

  2:00pm

Hands off Welshpool Hospital

Powys Teaching Health Board 'Better together' consultation. 

  Welshpool Town Hall

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Visit our team at Vicarage Gardens for local information, maps, rail and coach tickets, events, trails and ideas for your visit.

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