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The highlights of Welshpool

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

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St Mary's Church

St Mary’s Church is one of Welshpool’s most historic and recognisable buildings, located in the heart of the town. With parts of the structure dating back to the 13th century, it has been a place of worship and community gathering for hundreds of years.

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Christ Church

The site and land for the churchyard was given by the Powis family. Christ Church stands on Maes Gwa ...

Powis Castle

Powis Castle sits high above Welshpool and is one of Mid Wales’ most impressive historic landm ...

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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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

WED

SEP

9:30am

Want to learn Welsh? Entry courses for beginners

Starting in September 2026, all of our courses for beginners introduce vocabulary, basic language patterns and everyday phrases. The emphasis is on spoken Welsh. 

Ysgol Gymraeg Y Trallwng

THU

SEP

7:00pm

BEHIND ENEMY LINES

Behind Enemy Lines uncovers the lives of the extraordinary women of Special Operations Executive whose courage, daring, ingenuity and sacrifice defeated Nazi terror. Who were they? How were they selected and trained to commit acts of sabotage, subversion and silent killing? Did they ultimately evade capture, torture and execution? Behind Enemy Lines is Louise’s fifth solo touring production. It brings together original songs, live music, storytelling, soundscape, acting and choreography. The thread that underpins all of Louise’s work is her desire to challenge existing narratives around gender and power Visitors will also get to see the Longest Yarn Exhibition

Welshpool Town Hall

SAT

SEP

10:00am

Food & Drink Fair

20 stalls of local produce including - Honey, Bread, Jams & Preserves, Crepes, Doughnuts, Fruit & Veg, Cheeses, Cider and so much more. Admission Free!

Town Hall Welshpool

A market town where castles, canals and countryside meet.