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The highlights of Welshpool

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

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Y Lanfa – Library and Museum

Y Lanfa is a cultural centre in the heart of Welshpool, overlooking the Montgomery Canal and bringing together Powysland Museum and Welshpool Library under one roof.

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Severn Farm Pond Nature Reserve

Severn Farm Pond is an urban nature reserve where plants and animals can live in safety, despite the ...

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

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

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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Local events & traditions

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

TUE

SEP

9:00am

Longest Yarn Exhibition

After the success of The Longest Yarn last year, we are delighted that Welshpool Town Hall has been chosen as a venue to host the highly anticipated follow-up exhibition, The Longest Yarn 2: Britain at War.

Welshpool Town Hall

FRI

SEP

12:00pm

Property Auction

Property Auction, Friday 25th September 2026. In The Town Hall, Welshpool. At 12:00 Noon prompt.

Welshpool Town Hall

FRI

SEP

2:00pm

Welshpool 1940’s Weekend

SPITFIRE • MILITARY & CIVILIAN VEHICLES • RE-ENACTORS • SPITFIRE SIMULATOR • TALKS • DISPLAYS & EXHIBITION • VINTAGE & MILITARIA TRADERS • VINTAGE AIRCRAFT FLY IN • CLASSIC CARS PRE 1950 • WORKING HORSES • FIRING DEMONSTRATION (warning this can be noisy)

Welshpool

SAT

SEP

7:45pm

A night of Music - Fundraiser

Be quick! A fundraising night of music at the Royal Oak - September 26th! Tickets now available to reserve - email [email protected] or message 07714433198 Will be available shortly to buy in person at Welshpool community Haven or the Royal OakThe Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool Only £15 for a fantastic line up of music with great local artists Don’t forget to save the date and book quick! Grab your friends and book and whole table for 12! Don’t forget your dancing shoes! #welshpool #music #theroyaloak #fundraiser #thankyouforyoursupport

Welshpool, United Kingdom

A market town where castles, canals and countryside meet.