Welshpool Town Circular
Meander through Welshpool's old and new landmarks, from the glories of Powis Castle and grounds to the famous sheep market. Discover how agriculture, industry and transport have transformed the landscape. More ...
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Walk details
Start point:
Welshpool Tourist Information Centre, Church Street car park
Welshpool Tourist Information
01938 552043
Ordnance Survey:
Explorer 216, Landranger 126 - SJ225075
Distance:
4 km + 3 km for Powis Castle
Time:
1 hour + 1 hour for Powis Castle
Extra info:
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More info
You will have a chance to explore the canal and Powysland Museum, and visit Powis Castle and Gardens. Enjoy the views from Christchurch and St Mary's Church. Along the canal, look out for mallards, swans, rats, banded damselflies (May - June) and pike; enjoy the spring flowers in St Mary's churchyard.
Getting there By bus and train: For bus and train times to and from Welshpool call 08706 082608 or click here for online information - www.traveline-cymru.org.uk.
By car: Park the car at the car park just off Church Street next to Welshpool Tourist Information Centre (544 spaces).
Walk conditions
This walk is mainly on pavements and the canal path, there are a couple of options for buggies and wheelchair users.
