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Powys a Shropshire
Towns and Markets
of Powys and Shropshire
Holly Cottage is centrally located in
Montgomeryshire, on the Welsh and English borders of Powys and
Shropshire, Mid Wales. Midway between North Wales and
South Wales, the good road links makes it an ideal
base for visiting local towns such as Welshpool, Montgomery,
Shrewsbury, Chester, Ludlow and Aberystwyth.
The following towns are within about an hour's drive of the
self catering accommodation.
Newtown, Powys, Wales - 5 Miles
 The
ancient market town of Newtown is located 3 miles away in the
heart of the magnificent Montgomeryshire countryside nestling
on the banks of the River Severn. The bustling town is steeped
in history dating back to 1279 and offers the following places of
interest:
Newtown covered market and a street market every Tuesday
Welshpool, Powys, Wales - 12 Miles
 This bustling
market town is surrounded by the rolling hills
of Montgomeryshire and the glorious unspoilt countryside in
Mid Wales. Traditionally an agricultural service centre,
Welshpool possesses the largest sheep market in Europe and
the feeling of a traditional hard working market town still
remains today.
Welshpool has a long and colourful past and many buildings of
historical value remain, some of which are highlighted on the
Towns Heritage Trail. Welshpool has an indoor market on
the first Friday of each month
Montgomery, Powys, Wales - 9 Miles
 Montgomery is an historically
important town, situated deep in the Welsh Marches.
It's an attractive town, with a strong architectural
heritage complete with medieval castle and well-preserved
Georgian square. Situated close to the Offa's Dyke path, Montgomery is an
excellent stopping off point providing a wealth of places to
eat and drink.
Groups are welcome to organise a tour of
Monty's Brewery.
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England - 31 Miles
 Shrewsbury
has been called 'England's finest Tudor town' with good
reason, black and white properties are everywhere and with
over 660 listed buildings all linked by ancient shuts or
passageways. Charles Darwin, perhaps the town's greatest
son, would still recognise much of modern Shrewsbury.
The high streets of other towns may be bland and predictable,
but not so Shrewsbury's. Hats, Japanese groceries, tobacconists,
ironmongers, art deco, handmade soap, organic food, Shropshire
cheese, award winning wine merchants, contemporary art, designer
clothes, ski and surf, Victorian prints, antiques and other
collectables. Shrewsbury has a market on Sundays.
Oswestry, Shropshire, England - 30 Miles
 Oswestry
is an ancient market town and still retains its vital
function as a market and shopping centre. The narrow
passageways link streets whose names conjure up images of
the past: English Walls, Welsh Walls, The Bailey and the
Horsemarket. It is a locally important shopping and
agricultural centre and still retains the intimacy of a
rural town serving local people and home to a number of
specialist and independent shops.
The Horse Market & Bailey Head is every Wednesday, Friday
and Saturday.
Chester, Cheshire, England - 55 Miles
Chester is an historic city, with a delightful mix of
exclusive stores, accommodation, restaurants and a vibrant
nightlife, mixed with graceful architecture, has lots to
offer both local residents and visitors alike.
In every corner of the city you are confronted with history,
from the Roman amphitheatre to the medieval half-timbered
buildings. Chester Cathedral has the finest Medieval quire
stalls in the UK with some of Europe's finest carvings.
Ludlow, Shropshire, England - 30 Miles
 Ludlow
is a thriving market town - an architectural gem with a
lively community feel. It bustles with events throughout the
year.
In recent years, Ludlow and the surrounding area has
acquired an international reputation for the quality of its
food and drink. Food in Ludlow. Some of the best restaurants
in Britain can be found here, encouraged by the area's
abundance of top-quality food and drink producers and
suppliers. The impressive ruins of the castle occupy the
oldest part of Ludlow.
Aberystwyth, Powys, Wales - 48 Miles
 Aberystwyth
nestles between three hills and two beaches, and hosts some
castle ruins, a pier and a harbour. The surrounding hills
hold the visible remains of a iron age fort and also a
monument to Wellington and once climbed offer stunning views
of Cardigan Bay. The seafront hosts Victorian / Edwardian
buildings mostly 4/5 stories high.
Llanidloes, Powys, Wales - 18 Miles
 Llanidloes
is a small market town, famous for its timber-framed
buildings and its annual fancy dress party. There are over
thirty separate routes around the town which link Llanidloes
with the smaller surrounding villages of Llangurig,
Llandinam and Trefeglwys and range from just a few miles to
a good day's walk. The national trails of Glyndwr's Way and
the Severn Way also pass through Llanidloes.
Nearby the lake of Llyn Clywdog provides wonderful
walking and scenery.
Bishop's Castle, Shropshire, England - 15 Miles
 Bishop's Castle
is a small town built on a south-facing hill,
with a population of around 1500. Centred on the High and Church streets, which climb from the parish Church.
You can admire the Town Hall and many other historic buildings and the unusual Elizabethan House on Crutches,
which is supported by wooden posts over a cobbled alley.
Bishop's Castle was once a drovers town - a watering hole for both them and their cattle on their way to market. With two breweries, many eating places and a lively events calendar - people keep coming back.
Address: Forest Cottage, Kerry, Newtown, SY16 4DW
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