My Town

Last updated: 10 August 2007

Nobody knows a town as well as the people who live there so here's your chance to tell it like it is.

your comments

Gill, Burnley
Chris from Rep Ireland i wonder if your bennetts are my bennetts (my maiden name) we had reunion in newtown but quite a few live in welshpool we moved away mid 60s dad had to move for work but i would move back 2morrow if i got chance its still my home i love welshpool
Mon Oct 26 10:02:44 2009

Dorricott, Welshpool
My family come from shropshire,my uncle charlie and aunt mary lived in welshpool, aunt mary was the landlady of thr vaults. sadley i live in london and only met them once many years ago, does anyone remember them thanks
Sun Oct 4 19:25:42 2009

Sylvia (Thomas) Pugh Chicago USA
Welshpool will always be my home. My family have grown up and still live in and around Welshpool although I live in Chicago. My heart will always be there. Growing up with little money my mother and father always made the best with what we had. The enchanting woods where the fairies lived to the castle park where the headless horseman road at night and all the other fables we grow up with. Our nights where taken up with walks all over the countryside, where climbing over a stile was an adventure or swinging on the limbs of the trees. Market day and the trip to the Smithfield.
Thu Sep 10 10:02:40 2009

Wynn and Glenys Owens from Forden
Did your mum and dad come to Edderton hall in the seventies if so my parents ran it then and I remember you and sure your parents will remember them.
Thu Aug 13 15:08:43 2009

Chris Lawrence, Chester
I've just discovered that one of my ancestors was an Innkeeper in Welshpool in 1901. The census says the address is 8 High Street and I think this is now The Buttery Restaurant. Could anyone tell me what the pub was called? My ancestor was Hugh Williams and lived there with his wife Jane and their neice Matilda. Thanks
Thu Jul 30 13:33:07 2009

Andy Price from Welshpool
At The Beggining Of 1997 I went to The Maesydre to see Welshpool VS Conwy United. I bumped into Neil, Duncan and Alan Pearce. I quickly learn't a lot of the members of The Welshpool Team like Neil Salisbury, Damon Russell, Mal Esfandarinia, Neil Price, Carwyn Arnold, Jason Yates and Phil Bates. I was talking to Alan Pearce and he told me that there was going to be a live game on the next day between Barry Town and Caernarfon at Jenner Park . I tuned in the next day to find it was live on BBC Wales presented by John Hardy and Mark Aizlewood. Barry Town won 5-2 with 2 goals from Player/Manager Gary Barnett. I also went to games at the Maesydre against Ton Pentre, Flint Town, Newtown, Porthmadog and Inter CableTel. Me and Dad were at The Maesydre the day The Grand National was evacuated due to a bomb scare.
Thu Jul 16 18:11:06 2009

Andy Pryce from Welshpool
The game against Porthmadog was going to have highlights on Wales On Saturday. Gareth Cadwallader was interviewed in front of the stand before kick off. A lot of the lads I was in school with were having a kick about behing the goal but when they scored they suddenly stoped and looked. I think the 3rd goal was when The Porthmadog player ran all the way round Neil Salisbury to score. as that was happening the skinny 14 year old lad sitting on the right hand bench of the stand was me; if you ever see footage of this. I had a kick about after The Inter CableTel game which was the last game of the season. I scored and this other supporter joked "It's his 20th goal of the season!" In the summers of 1997 and 1998 BBC Wales televised the 2nd legs live of Barry Town European Cup Qualifiers against Dynamo Kiev. It was the first time I had seen players like Shevchenko and Rebrov; the latter year Darren ryan got sent off early on. They had bought Eifion Willians fron Caernarfon for a Welsh League Record Fee of £25,000. Gareth Cadwallader had to step down as Welshpool Manager in the summer of 1997. Clive McNamee was named the new manager and Neil Salisbury was sold to Oswestry and was replaced by Russell Cadwallader. Top Goalscorers Damon Russell and Jason Yates were sold to Newtown and Welshpool were relegated after an appaling season!
Thu Jul 16 18:09:44 2009

Racrepade south wales
Lived in Gungrog road for years, remember when town was great place to live also remember if you didn't behave in the pubs the locals would sort you out, many of the old characters gone now Ticker, John Brown,Harry Turner, Jim raff Ted Holly all good blokes. The so called hard men they think would not stand a chance if these boys were still with us still love Welshpool and miss it lots
Tue Jun 23 21:58:40 2009

Glena Williams
I have been doing family tree and have come up with a problem. My name is G Williams nee Thomas of LLwynhir Llwydiarth a story has turned up about a silver spoon found in a pocket of a ancestor of mine im afraid i don't know when this happened but the farm was privately owed at the time but because of this incidence had to became tenants and i was inquiring if you could help
Sun Mar 22 17:02:05 2009

Andy Eans (38) Kuwait
I'm from welshpool even if i've lived and worked all over the world with 8 years in the paras to doing other thinks over the world.But two things i miss about the town my kid and my mum .I don't have a bad word about the old town like i said i've lived all over the world but for a small town i've never seen so many hard people in one place and will miss it and my connie and mum take care all may god be with you as he is me xxxx
Sun Mar 22 16:51:05 2009

Ann from forden
Glenis from wallsall yes remember you if you are at same address can get in touch with you
Fri Feb 6 09:22:13 2009

Tom, Welshpool
Welshpool is a great town plenty of things to do for kidz youth club footie pitchesastro turf salop fields plenty
Sun Jan 25 16:26:11 2009

Duncan Rimmer Cyprus
I was born and bred in Welshpool and received my education there. It was a good town to be brought up in and well remember the youth club down beside the old grammar school and playing football for Aidan Jones. Would Colin Ward ask his mum (my cousin) to contact me and also Paula Diment of Somerset if your granddad is Geoff then I lived across the road from him.What good times in Erw Wen
Wed Jan 14 14:19:19 2009

Vivienne Hunt nee Eilledge
Hi, hope everyone had a good Christmas in Welshpool. We never got down due to family commitments on my husbands side but hopefully will be down in the New Year. I'd like to wish everyone a Happy and Healthy New Year in Welshpool.
Mon Dec 29 23:00:39 2008

Jason from Welshpool
To Steve Robinson, I am a mate of Darrens. As far as I know his brother is still in Amsterdam. I could pass your details on to Darren for him to give to his brother if you want me too?
Wed Nov 26 09:51:00 2008

steve robinson
hi iam looking to find a friend called marcus akermam, his mother was mandy and marcus had a brother darran an sister janine. marcus an i worked in berlin 85/89 we lost contact some years ago,last i heard marcus was in amsterdam. can any one help me find him. my name is steve robinson.
Thu Nov 20 17:33:40 2008

Bev Jones
Hi, the comment from tracey abbot,have you got a sister corrine? if so do you remember me ,ann, phil romeo, from welshpool high school, you used to sing for us, would love to hear from you .
Wed Nov 12 09:23:28 2008

Maureen Maxwell
I will be traveling to Welshpool in October, and was wondering if any distant relatives might be there. My great grandfather Walter Jones was born in Llanfair, Welshpool, on August 25, 1859, and died on July 4, 1936 in the United States. He lived in Illinois for a time, then in Kansas. He emigrated to the United States in 1875.
Fri Sep 26 10:12:16 2008

vivienne hunt, barnsley
Thanks emma, I''l check that out on net x
Mon Sep 15 09:30:36 2008

emma
To Vivienne Hunt, You could try The westwood Hotel on Salop Road, its nice and clean and they do lovely food
Wed Sep 10 15:18:58 2008

Vivienne, Barnsley
I was very interested to see the comment of G.Richards : )!!!!!We have been attemting to get down to Welshpool this year but with one thing and another it hasn't happened yet. I was extremely upset and concerned tonight to see the floods in Powys and my heart goes out to everyone. We are in the flood areas and although personally i wasnt affected by the floods last year a lot of people I know were. Perhaps the drains everywhere must be a priority these days.
Mon Sep 8 09:41:39 2008

Vivienne Hunt nee Eilledge
Has anyone any idea of the best place to stay in Welshpool for couple of nights. We don't need spa's or swimming pools or anything too fancy just a nice clean place.
Mon Sep 8 09:27:52 2008

G.Richards Welshpool
The whole of Welshpool is one big car park! people park wherever they want to, on double yellow lines, dropped kerbs, Half on the pavements fully on the pavements, double park on the main street,and Berriew street and the same on the housing estates. The police are a joke, they drive past in their cars and look the other way. The traffic warden patrols now and again and books one or two by the spar then disappears for weeks on end.(and that is not fair to book some and then ignore the majority)
Thu Sep 4 11:59:15 2008

Pamela Grace Manuel
Heard you had an exhibition of photographs,people from Welshpool some years ago also of the carnivals, i think i would know a lot of the people in the photo's and would love to see them. Have you a site where i could see them ? I know i and my family are on some but all my photos got lost a few years ago many thanks for any info...
Mon Aug 11 08:19:32 2008

Andy Pryce from Welshpool
In the 90's I remember going to see Welshpool Town FC play at The Maesydre because there was talk about them being promoted to The League Of Wales. The team played in black shorts and white shirts with Patrick on them which were referred to as 'The Patrick Shirts.' They struggled in a division that was dominated by Barry Town but The Maesydre was always a good time on a Saturday Afternoon. I remember a lot of the players like Neil Salisbury, Phil Bates, Steve Hamner, Marcus Lokier, Trevor Clarke, Jason Yates and Damon Russell who was the Steve Rogers of the 90's except we called him "Damo" and not "Jolly." When Barry Town came to The Maesydre in 1997 I met Gary Barnett!
Mon Aug 4 08:09:10 2008

vivienne from Barnsley
Thank's Janette thats really nice of you! I was just thinking of Jen and Graham so I thought i would pop in and look to see if there are any updates. I have Jen's number somewhere and was going to give her a ring so please do pass on e mail address. You know how it is work and work, you mean to do something and then another month has passed us by. I never knew Aunty Brenda and Uncle Ivor had a shop so I learnt something there. My elder sister Gaynor will know this so I'm seeing her soon and will tell of the site. So near and yet so far. thanks a lot Janette,take Care, Viv.
Fri Aug 1 08:14:53 2008

jannette jones welshpool
hi vivienne nice to hear from you i have passed your message on to your uncle derek and he says they are all thinking about you and are now looking forward to seeing you later in the year your uncle graham has got the internet so i am giving derek the details of this site so you should hear off him before long if that is ok with you jannette
Tue Jul 22 16:55:08 2008

Vivienne from Barnsley
Janette,what a suprise, i just thought i would have look to see if there was any replies and there you are. Thankyou very much,we are going to get down at some time this year and look forward to seeing my relatives. Once again thank you Janette, lovely suprise.
Mon Jul 21 09:11:02 2008

Bob Brown Surrey
Like many I moved away to continue my education and havn't moved back, though i return to visit family on a regular basis. Having read these comments I would echo the phrase "the grass is always greener" I used to live in 'Tesco Town' (Addlestone) and the idea that one store can have such an influence on a town is frightening. I would urge caution to those who wish for such things. To those who talk of the councillors preventing change, you have the power to vote them out of office. Welshpool like many small towns across England and Wales has its problems in that it cannot please all the residents all the time. Change is inevitable but remember the people of the town make the town what it is.
Sun Jul 20 13:19:33 2008

Fiona Hamer
This year Four Crosses Young Farmers are celebrating their 75th year. They happen to be the oldest club in the county and even older than county's itself, as some of the members went off and formed other clubs in the area which eventually formed the Montgomeryshire YFC county now. We are doing lots of events and fundraising and have a big bash on the 12th July 08.
Thu Jun 19 14:05:26 2008

Jannette, Welshpool
Vivienne, I live by your uncle derek he is fine I will tell him you send your regards I see your uncle graham quite often too my mum used to clean for your uncle ivor and aunty brenda when they had the shop in salop road.
Mon Jun 16 09:08:33 2008

Chris Ganley, Rep Ireland
As a small boy I holidayed just outside welshpool my grand mother was from there and I believe I still have some relatives there (bennetts )but I always remember the accents of the locals and the beautiful country side. From reading this it sounds things have changed since then but things do change some for better some for worse I will always have fond memories of your town and god willing I will see it again and so will my children and hope they will get the same sense of being of Welsh origin and proud of welshpool for better or worse.
Mon Jun 2 09:15:07 2008

Yvonne from Forden
All welshpool has got is estate agents, charity shops and hairdressers bring in peacocks and bon marche please.
Mon May 19 09:07:40 2008

Len from Welshpool
Welshpool is a smashing place. People complain about certain people in welshpool - maybe there are some not so great people around, but you get that everywhere. It doesn't make Welshpool a bad place. Lived here all my life, have no reason to move.
Fri May 16 09:12:16 2008

glenis from walsall
i have stayed in forden with friends we met in majorca 10 years ago (almost) but we have lost touch, be nice to hear from ann and alex and their lads robert an thomas, last we saw of them and anns parents wynn and glen was in The Cock Inn over 6 years ago be nice to catch up though
Sun Apr 20 19:36:01 2008

Soph from welshpool
I've lived in Welshpool for 4 years now and welshpool has just been getting boring. since the polish came here there has been many fights and also people have been raped! why want the police do anything about it welshpool used to be a beautiful place what has happened. there are also people who park on double yellow lines where eva they want did they steal there licence or is it 'oh look double yelow lines i can park here'. the police just walk straight past them. i was sitting on my wall wen the police came to look at our car out side our house it was off the road for 3 days because it needed tax we already sent it off and was waiting for it to come through. the police told me that if its not taxed in the next few days that it will have to be taken away. It was out side our own house we havent even been out in it so wat was the proble! there is not alot to do for teenagers like me around welshpool but if they do put something up like the skate park and the atsro turf up oldford they just get recked anyway. the astro turf has been finished now for nearly a year or so and the nets have been pulled of the baskets, there is graffiti on the sides and older people such as 18 year olds go down there just to sell drugs for example. they have put a camara up there now but why didnt they ! think of it in the first place.
Wed Apr 16 12:05:34 2008

Renee, Australia
I lived in Welshpool 2005 - 2007. worked @ Coed-Y-Dinas Garden & Home Centre before moving back to Australia to bring up our daughter... cosy lil market town... not a helluva lot to do, but very pretty countryside, enjoyed the walks... will definitely visit again.. made some great mates, fond memories.. :)
Wed Apr 9 10:01:06 2008

Vivienne Hunt (nee Eiledge) Barnsley
I did have an elderly gent in his 80's who said he knew my grandad, he said he knew everyone in Welshpool infact.I like to visit the churchyard in Groes where my grandparents and great grandparents are buried. This year I will be down, If it wasn't for them I would! nt be here writing this. My Uncle Ifor and Aunty Brenda used to live at the hermitage in Welshpool and I understand this is a nursing home now. If anyone should see my Uncle Derek(Eilledge) or Aunt Jen (Richards) or Aunty Brenda(Eilledge) please pass on my regards. Lovely place where I stayed as a child. The couple ! who were in Keepers Cottage ,Groes a few years ago kindly showed me the house & garden where I once stayed. Keep well Welshpool see you soon.
Thu Apr 3 10:16:37 2008

Vivienne Hunt (nee Eiledge) Barnsley
Hi,apart from my brothers and sisters all my family live in Wales. My Nan & Grandad Gladys and John Eilledge Lived in Keepers Cottage where all my Aunts and Uncles were brought up. My Nan who was called Bennett before she married and her Fathermy Great Grandad Samuel Bennet lived at the Chapel House in Groes. My Aunts & Uncles and cousins still live in Welshpool. My dad was Trevor Eilledge and came to Barnsley after the war. Tragically he passed away when I was only 5 but my Mum used the Welsh words Bora Da , Prinhown da & Nostar to keep that little bit of the celt in us and I ve! always remenbered it and use it to my Welsh customers who ring up and talk to me in my occupation as a customer service advisor.
Thu Apr 3 10:16:18 2008

Vivienne Hunt, Barnsley
Hi, further to previous e.mail. If anyone has any information on my grandparents and great grandparents I would be extremly happy to hear of it, no matter how small.
Wed Apr 2 11:06:35 2008

Nikki, Welshpool
Message to Hollie Button, if you dont mind me askin how old are you and did you go to mase y dre skool only your name keeps ringing a bell?
Tue Apr 1 16:41:56 2008

John Platt from Welshpool
I moved to the town 22 years ago from the Midlands.I know of no town of comparable size which does so much for charity and good causes.This is a town that truly cares.
Thu Mar 20 15:38:13 2008

Margaret Chapman from Taunton
Grandad (Bert Jones) lived at 17 Wellington Crescent until he died and used to make fishing rods. He lived in Grungog Road previously which is where my mum grew up. I have the most wonderful memories of Weshpool, also mum and dad, Ted and Dorothy Cooke, were married in Welshpool. Visited last July and the market where granny used to sell veges over 50 years ago is just as I remember it - wonderful.
Mon Mar 17 09:28:47 2008

Jane Angus ( Watkins ) Scotland
Ah my hometown.I couldn't wait to leave when I was a teenager as I was SO bored, but now I realise what great childhood memories Of Welshpool Ive got. I would love to bring my daughter up there and move back although what is it people say grass is always greener.
Sun Mar 16 13:13:05 2008

Baz (Welshpool)
The new development is going to be a complete waste of time if current councilors have anything to do with it. So far I've a heard there will be a Comet / Currys type shop, a pet store and a carpet store along with a few others. That puts out of business the pet store and TV shop in town and hardly anyone will use the new ones. Shrewsbury & Newtown are 20 minutes away, why have the same shops (only smaller) as the nearest two towns?? There will probably be a Tescos there as well! How many supermarkets does a tiny town need?
Wed Mar 12 09:11:53 2008

Roger Thomas
I was Manager of Fosters 1970-73, busy town then-got drunk a lot in the Mermaid. Stayed in digs with Mr@Mrs Williams, Borfa Green and daughter Carol. Also had a Maisonette in concrete jungle (Oldford). Loads of good memories-great town.
Wed Mar 12 09:01:12 2008

Andy
I have lived here all my life and seen the place go way down hill since all the damn foreigners came here...
Sun Mar 9 21:18:04 2008

David Thomson, Nottingham
I lived in Welshpool from 87 to 93. Made good friends people were friendly.I dont have a negative thing to say about the place. hope to return for a visit very soon.
Sun Mar 9 21:11:02 2008

Chloe Davies from Manchester
HUGE town... loads of shops... can get lost very easily.. (funni) Every1 loves it..
Mon Mar 3 12:54:01 2008

Derek Smith
One of the major more recent historic sites around Welshpool it is at Leighton and is Leighton Hall (grade 1 listed) and the Farm Buildings. The Hall and farm were built for a Liverpool millionaire industrialist and banker John Naylor between 1850 and 1856 and in its day the farm was second only to Windsor Great Farm in its innovative design. John Naylor who was one of the richest men in Victorian England was given Leighton as a wedding present. The Hall was designed and built by Liverpool architect W H Gee a student of Pugin and parts of the interior resemble the Palace of Westminster. The gardens now sadly much negl! ected were featured in Country Life in June 1991 when they were still a sight to behold. The remnants of whole estate can still be seen and the farm buildings are still in use albeit not in the style of the original. The funicular railway that ran from the farm to the Tank and was reputed to be used for carrying animal waste has long gone but the Old Cable House is still there. CADW have a useful report on the Hall & the Farm which is worth looking at if you're interested.
Mon Mar 3 12:08:38 2008

Colin Cruickshank-Windhorst, Maine, USA
Did you know that Franklin Delano Roosevelt spent most of the summers of his young life in Welshpool, Canada? This maratime village on Campobello Island is physically nearer the State of Maine than the Province of New Brunswick, to which it belongs. Founded by the Owens of Mongomershire in the late 1700's, it later became the summer home of James and Sara Roosevelt, parents of the future President.
Mon Mar 3 11:21:38 2008

Steve from Welshpool
Lived in welshpool since 1984 my kids were born here and go to school here but the last few years the town has gone down hill. stupid little boys drinking in the streets trying to look hard [they should move to a big city were they be out of their depth] drug dealers pushing on the streets wich i have seen. the shops are poor mainly charity shops/estate agents the town should get rid of the old councilers who want to keep the town in the 50s and dont want change.
Fri Feb 22 17:13:21 2008

Jake Rigby, Welshpool.
Moved into welshpool a few years ago, my views welshpool as a teenager are none other than that the people in the pubs my age are difficult to socialise with, when trouble is caused doormen/bouncers are biased, again nothing for teenagers to do, therefore they turn to drink/drugs,and this would be your answer for the crimes being committed.They couldn't find me a flat for 2 years of being homeless,in welshpool because didnt want to be distant from family.
Fri Feb 22 09:33:36 2008

Mike Swift, Welshpool
I called at the Spar last Friday 6:30pm, parked in the pay & display car park. A group of men were just in the middle of a fight when interupted by police arriving in two marked cars, after a short discussion one man decided he had heard enough and ran off, the police officers then left, missing a golden opportunity to issue five or six parking tickets for the cars parked on the double yellow lines outside the Spar shop. When I came out of the Spar the Powys police helicopter flew over and even this multi million pound piece of high tec kit missed the chance of a multi crime solving chance, not to mention the glamour of "Police camera action". Perhaps this crime situation needs the help of MI5/6 or even the SAS.
Tue Feb 19 14:19:36 2008

Rodney Gough
Moved from pool 1973 to join raf. now live in kent . Have loads of family still in town (the Goughs). Miss pool and the mates i had there . Some involved still with the rugby club. Still follow welshpol town results. it was a ggood place to live involved with the youth center and air cadets. i know many of my area who left tony roberts , gary norris ,sid davies ,charlie doughtyv and sue (skinny )lloyd i was brought up at 38 erw wen next to nick morris near peter jacks, keith pritchard , graham lewis , gordon smith.We all spent our time playing footy in the high school or down the river ,cana! l. it was a good time in town . i also remember the proctors the chaves gambles and many more of you . all the best to you all rod (archie) gough.
Tue Feb 12 15:22:55 2008

Jen Hulse, Blackburn
Lived in welshpool for 5 years through my teens. never really made many friends because every one is clicky, theres nothing to do and puplic transport is dire, the youth in that area are horrible and the old people look at you like rubbish, thinking about welshpool makes me angry its a very small minded town and most people (not everyone) dont like you unless you were born and bred in the area...as for people like me and eastern europeans we dont have a chance because everyone hates us because we're from somewhere else. I dont know how many people actually dont work but it must be the highest unemployment rate ever and they blame the polish for takin jobs, they are just grateful to take the jobs...a shame really did meet a few nice people along the way
Sun Feb 10 22:20:08 2008

Colin Ward
I was born in Welshpool nearly 43 years ago as it was my mums home town and my father had been posted by the RAF to Malta. I was christened at ST Marys and born in Victoria Hospital. After leaving we went back to visit my grand parents during the holidays, My grandad owned the Army and Navy Store, W H Evans and lived up Church Street in the an old vicarage called Kingswood, now owned by the Jehovah Witnesses, I think. My grandad, Pop, was affectionatel known as "Bill the Cobbler" One of my cousins still lives in Forden.I had great times there as a kid with my two brothers and cousins Judi and ! Lesley. We were right next to the Powis Castle Grounds so had the biggest back garden in the world. Used to go sledging down the kill opposite the church. Great times.My parents did retire there temporarly living in Brynfa but decided to move back to Bedforshire to me nearer to us lot.I wouldn't like to live there as a young person but it is a stunningly beautiful part of the country and I've got some great memorys of the town.
Fri Feb 8 12:13:04 2008

Diane from Welshpool
Message for Karen Parr (earlier entry). You said you lived here 24 years ago? Please get in touch. By the way I lived in the West Midlands for 7 years wich is such an impersonal place. Yes, its true sometimes Welshpool is a bit small minded but there's nothing like seeing people you know when you're out and about, rather that being a nobody in a big city. I count myself lucky to live in such a pretty part of the world.
Thu Feb 7 09:15:06 2008

Bec from Monty
Welshpool is a great little town, it still has some reasonable and quality local shops, butchers, fishmonger, fruit and veg. I want to boycott the development down by the canal... we know it will not drum up enough trade and will end up a dive.Why don't people make the most of the wonderful surrounding countryside. The canal, powis park and the endless wandering of footpaths (Offas dyke, ann griffiths way severn way) etc etc etc.I agree with many others that young people need to remember/learn to make their own entertainment and get some satisfaction from giving back to thier community
Tue Jan 29 16:36:31 2008

Rory
Welshpool is a nice place to live in but needs more activities for kids such as me. I have lived in welshpool for my life. Welshpool has got very good shops such as dereks plaice, alans fruit and veg, spar, a bank, post office and many more shops.
Mon Jan 28 08:07:51 2008

Kelly
I can not wait for the new developement on the old live stock market!
Wed Jan 23 09:23:57 2008

Dave Proctor from Welshpool
Neil, still trying to remember you, memory goes a bit as you get older, I will ask my brother steve hopefully he will remember. I do remember the childrens home in Bronwylfa Road. How is life treating you? Yes we are all married with children and yes I still see all the people you mentioned especially Peter (Ben) Owen and my brother (they are the best of mates still). I have two lads mark and chris and thankfully they have taken after me and both play football for our local team, I am the manager and our HQ is at the Grapes Inn on salop road.
Mon Jan 21 14:17:13 2008

Chris Pearson from Swansea
I worked in a lot of towns in north and mid Wales converting to north sea gas back in the seventies. Welshpool is the town I liked most. Weshpool after all is a small town. kids are bored in places like Swansea too.
Mon Jan 21 08:38:03 2008

Brian Gamble from Wpool
Born and lived in Welshpool all my life(57years). Would not want to live anywhere else. Being a small town I know most people. Seen a lot of changes over the years , some good some not so good but thats progress.
Sat Jan 19 13:36:43 2008

Neil from Glasgow
My surname is Daniels. I was in the kids home by the high school on the corner where you turn up for maas owen how you getting on have you stayed in welshpool all your life? Do you see any of the lads I mentioned? I suppose they all have kids themselves now. The one thing I enjoyed in welshpool was how tight the friendships were.
Tue Jan 15 15:14:15 2008

Dave Proctor From Welshpool
Neil from Glasgow,what is your surname? I am trying to remember who you are, would like to hear more from you. Us Proctors are still living in town and so are the Owens. Harry Smith is still around, Gary Davies is now living in Tamworth.
Fri Jan 11 14:16:49 2008

Neil from Glasgow
I used to live in Welshpool in the late sixties to late seventies what a great town it was then. I lived in the Gungrog Rd area had some great friends: the proctor lads, gary davies, lloyd chaney, harry smith, the owens brothers. We used to play football down the high school all the time from early morning until night fall we never got into trouble or looked for it. We were never like yhe youngsters of today who can't get off their backsides and make their own fun. They think something should be organised for them. They are too happy for someone else to motivate them.
Tue Jan 8 12:36:05 2008

Margaret coulthard South Wales
I was born in Welshpool nearly 65 years ago,I know our family lived in No 1 Albert Terrace.I would love to hear from any family ( Lloyd ) or anyone who may have known my family.
Wed Jan 2 09:43:27 2008

Shane
Why isn't anything ever said about the chavs in Welshpool who walk around with their beer thinking they are hard at ages of 12 and the police just ignore it? We don't do anybody any harm we just meet up to meet new people or just talk didnt you ever do that?
Mon Dec 31 12:13:51 2007

Estranged Welshpuddlian at heart
I was born in welshpool 51 years ago. I left to find brighter lights as soon as I was old enough. There never was much to do in Welshpool other than drinking... plenty of pubs. Now that all my family have either moved out too or died, I'm left without a 'base'in town & realise how much I am actually emotionally attached to the place and my roots. I'm now realising that it's not such a bad place to have been brought up after all & I have many happy memories of playing tree camps in the park and in Bron Y Buckley woods.
Fri Dec 28 09:13:22 2007

Paul Lockwood Welshpool
I live in Welshpool and have done now for 7 years.The people are good people and the town is a safe happy one.If you go out to look for or make problems you will find them,but as in any town problems do not follow you.People are friendly and always ready to help or talk.Future plans for Welshpool look and sound good.
Mon Dec 24 14:39:21 2007

Jimmy Chave - Brisbane, Australia
I was born in England but moved to Welshpool at an early age. I spent a fabulous 20 or so years there before moving to Australia. I have been back a few times for a visit and as always had a fabulous time with my old friends. It is quite strange reading all the reviews on what people think of the town and how it seems to have changed since I left in 1991. I will always love Welshpool and have some very fond memories of the town, my upbringing and the Welshpool people. Hi to everyone and miss you heaps. Drop me an email if you get chance.
Fri Dec 14 15:25:49 2007

Helen
I lived in Welshpool for 2 years, when I decided to see how people in the west are and how is their way of living.I worked in a nursing home in Welshpool,a hard job in my opinion but I menaged very well.I live now back to my country - east european country(since last year) and when I left welshpool I cried because I really liked there and I met good people at my work nd of course I met also not very nice people but these kind of people are in every contry.Somebody said about us taking jobs and renting flats or houses, but no offence to you, local people don't work 40 or more than 40 hours per week and it was short staff most of the time so why your young people don't go to work there?And as for the renting we paid everything just like you.I miss sometimes the time I've spent there, and also a very good thing that happened is that I learnt English very well but not perfect. I wish you all the best.
Thu Nov 22 11:47:48 2007

Mike Swift from Welshpool
Can anyone let me know where I can obtain a parking permit for outside the Spar?, I have to use the large car park near by. Are these cars parked on the double yellow lines invisible to the Police?.
Tue Nov 20 14:29:52 2007

Matt
Note to Bryan - I have no problem with the eastern europeans, however it is a fact that they are taking jobs and houses in and around Welshpool and the locals are having to move out of town.I have also lived here for over 20 years and I still do! In fact I was outside the Spar last weekend and there were drunks sitting on the benches with boxes of beer - and they were eastern europeans. (So actually I do have my facts right!)You said in your first comment "get off your buts and help yourselves for goodness sake!" - Any suggestions??
Fri Nov 16 09:18:26 2007

Bryan Welshpool
Note for MattI think you are the one that needs to get his facts right. I lived in Welshpool for over twenty years, thankfully i no longer do. I know the people that sit all day outside the spar, all local. I also know the mess the youth club youths used to make in the grandstand at the rec as I had to clean it out on a Saturday morning. That was long before any eastern europeans came to town. How about you getting your facts right before you reply to messages such as mine.
Thu Nov 15 16:12:28 2007

Linzi from Welshpool
Hi Nikki. I have lived in Welshpool all my life and it's ok,but we need a bingo hall...
Fri Nov 2 09:24:24 2007

Alex From Nr Welshpool
I really like Welshpool. I moved from Birmingham about six months ago and the change is so different. Fair enough, there isn't that much to do in Welshpool, but even if there was then people wouldn't use it. The council have put leaflets in the school inviting people to put their ideas forward, but nobody cares. As for the Polish people, they have every right to be here and people getting all arieated about it, really should get a life. Yu know, if you moved to spain, you'd be offended if you didn't get accepted instantly, and i know for a fact that the Polish people are trying to learn English, the hardest language to learn. I do like welshpool though.
Sat Oct 27 10:25:43 2007

Dave Proctor from Welshpool
Note for Jane Whiteley from Portsmouth. I lived at no.8 Wellington Crescent next door to the Edwards family but only remember Mrs Edwards who was a wonderful kind person,was she your mother? I would like to hear from you.
Fri Oct 26 08:24:01 2007

John from Welshpool
...unlike youths in welshpool the eastern europeans have been nothing but pleasant to me since they arrived. Maybe because i'm not a drunken lout and speak to them as human beings not aliens. Perhaps if more people in welshpool took this view it would be a better place to live for all concerned because like it or not places change, i'm just sorry its taken welshpool this long.
Tue Oct 16 16:22:01 2007

Matt
Note to Bryan - do you really think youngsters of today would do what you have just listed? I think you need a reality check! Do you know for a fact that none of the eastern europeans don't get drunk? I think your wrong here too!There isn't enough for the youngsters, and the constant increase of eastern europeans is a problem -taking many jobs and houses from the locals, who are having to move out of their hometown to earn and make a living. I suggest you get your facts straight before writing!
Thu Oct 4 08:40:58 2007

Bryan Welshpool
The main complaints I have noted are there is nothing for youngsters to do and the influx of immigrants.If the youngsters want something to do go and cut the churchyard, do some shopping for the elderly, pick litter of the streets. When they had a youth club all they did was run around outside causing damage to the recreation area. Most don't deserve anything meaningful to do.As for the immigrants where would Welshpool employers be without them, because the locals don't want work. How many Eastern Europeans do you see drunk outside the Spar everyday, none, they are all locals. How many of those people have ever had jobs, hardly any. Some of your comments make me laugh. Get off your buts and help yourselves for goodness sake.
Mon Aug 27 18:24:31 2007

Gemma, Welshpool
I have lived in welshpool for 17 years, since I was 6. At first it was a great town as far as i can remember from what my parents said, there were many more shops, not just charity shops! As i grew into my teens there was never anything to do, just hang around and cause problems. What happened to the youth club down maesydre? I moved to Newtown at 19 for a couple of years, and the difference is hughe. The size of the highstreet is not bigger than ours, and the choice of shops, there's dp's/burtons, peacocks, newlook etc, and what do we have? CHARITY SHOPS! Bring on Tescos and the new shopping development on the old Smithfield. Bring in new members on the town council, so that new ideas for the town stop being rejected! We need some life in this place if the younger generation are going to stick around and not move away, as this place is becoming a ghost town and full of pensioners and immigrants. Something needs to be done to this town in its pretty surroundings.
Mon Aug 27 18:15:55 2007

David Williams from Welshpool
I love Welshpool and it's sometimes quirky ways. I meet many people from day to day and I really enjoy the company of the Welshpool people. It's regrettable that there are so many comments from the younger generation about the lack of facilities for them, but I do feel that they have a valid point!Welshpool is a beautiful place and only if the powers that be would recognise this and invest in tourism the whole community would benefit......
Thu Aug 9 11:20:35 2007

Hollie Burton from Shrewsbury
I moved to Welshpool when I was 3. I lived there for a good 10 ish years. Used to live in the flats on Oldford (before they tore them down!) Loved everything about being there.
Wed Aug 8 17:11:13 2007

Paula Diment from Somerset
My father was born in welshpool, so as a child we had our Summer Hols with Nan & Grandad at Erw-wen, "OH" how I miss such a lovely Place.
Fri Jul 20 09:34:43 2007

Katie H, Shrewsbury
If Welshpool is so great why do Welshpool people come to Shrewsbury to shop? Also the young ones come for the night life.Our family left Welshpool 8.+ years ago and wish we had left long before, even the Monday market has gone poor, only visit now when we have to, come on folks get a life and move on.
Tue Jul 17 14:20:59 2007

Az from near Welshpool
It's borin living here. There's not much to do. I've lived here for 11 years and its ok I guess, but could be better.
Sun Jul 8 20:05:19 2007

Katy, Welshpool
I have lived in Welshpool all my life . Since a lot of immigrants have moved here there is no jobs or flats to rent. There is nothing for teenagers to do except do drugs or get drunk. We need some decent shops too.For visitors its beautiful but for us who live here it's rubbish.
Sun Jul 1 19:28:01 2007

Kathryn Martin, Welshpool
I have allways lived in town and its great if your a tourist there is loads to see for visitors but if you live here its rubbish. The kids have nothing to do except hang around town .There is no decent shops only charity shops .It's also hard to get a flat to rent and there is no way most people could afford to buy one.I want to stay in Welshpool but I hope they sort out the problems so it can be a nice place for visitors and people that live here.
Sun Jul 1 19:18:59 2007

Ian from Auckland, New Zealand
I lived in Welshpool for seven years as a child in the 1940s and 50s. I went back many times thereafter before emigrating in 1985.The little town will always be in my heart, and so will the gentle border countryside, as it rises gradually towards the Welsh Mountains. Powys Paradwys Cymru (sorry if my Welsh is wonky), I'll always love you, even though I don't have a drop of Welsh blood.
Sun Jun 10 12:30:13 2007

Denise Lloyd, Ellesmere Port
I have visited Welshpool all my life. I am 49 now, my dad was born there, his grandparents were Jones. They had a cottage on the main road into Welshpool which has gone now, he left there when he was 12 I think. He had 2 brothers who were born there too. I love the place, it's friendly, the scenery is lovely, and I always visit the castle. I would love to hear from someone who may know something about my dad's family there, I always have a drink in the mermaid. What a shame the livestock market is closing, that fetched a great atmosphere to the town, especially when I was a child. Keep the place in its natural state there's not many left.
Sun Jun 3 20:40:54 2007

Baz from Welshpool
Moved here a couple of years back and am now married and have a baby girl. Having lived in Shrewsbury and Plymouth I am definitely happier bringing up my little one here than anywhere else. The scenery and surrounding areas are beautiful, the people are generally friendly and the shops are still local. I see a few complaints that there's not much to do but tbh if money's tight there's not much to do anywhere. Kids in every town and city hang out next to the shops. Haven't really noticed any problem with foreign workers coming over, those that I've met are polite and friendly and employers that I talk to have nothing bad to say about how hard they work. Let's just hope they don't build a Tesco when the livestock market moves!!
Tue May 22 08:10:45 2007

Mo Ok from Welshpool
Its a nice little town in beautiful surroundings. It may not be somewhere where kids like to live but its certainly somewhere where you'd want to raise your kids. Good schools and a safe environment. The local people are friendly and there a vibrant pub scene. The club (singular) isn't so lively. The area has been let down recently by poor governing by out elected 'officials'. Roads aren't anywhere near the standard they demand, hence the high ratio of accidents. Our miniscule police force might as well retire for all the use they are. And the huge influx of Polish/Eastern European workers into the area has left a bad taste in some locals' mouths...its hard to blame them when the government does little or nothing to stop them. The town centre is in urgent need of investment as well, but with large retail centres such as Wrexham, Chester, Shrewsbury and Telford all reasonably close, new investment seems unlikely.
Tue May 15 10:28:40 2007

Tom Dyos, Welshpool
It's Ok. That Josh is full of it though. Got loads of mates here.
Sat May 12 10:38:44 2007

Rick Sims from Birmingham
I used to live in Welshpool with my wife and really enjoyed living there. The people were very friendly, the butchers just up from the Cinema was fantastic (can't remember what they're called!) and there is a small family-run restaurant near the Spar that is simply amazing. There are down sides of Welshpool - nowhere is perfect - but all my memories are fond ones.
Tue May 1 16:49:35 2007

Oliver Healey, Shropshire
I used to live in Welshpool about 11 years ago and the town is rather beautiful the old town hall is magnificent.
Mon Apr 30 11:40:26 2007

Daniel Morris, Welshpool (East Side)
I think it is good yeah. We have got best town planning this side of Welshpool. The main problem is west side welshpool who are more snobby and old and look at my kids as if they are animals.
Fri Apr 27 09:38:32 2007

Joe, Welshpool
I have visited and stayed in Welshpool for the last 28 years eventually moving here permanently four years ago. If people who have always lived here believe it is a haven for drug addicts and muggers they should try living in some areas of the Midlands. Welshpool is one of the most beautiful areas in the UK the scenery is magnificent and the people extremely kind and thoughtful. What people who live here should say is 'No' to any more charity shops, including the one that has yet to open and looking at what the council are charging for business rates that is obviously putting off other retailers from moving here.
Fri Apr 20 09:42:15 2007

Rhiannon, Welshpool
welshpool has nothing to offer us young teenagers all we have is a small cinema with two screens that is why we hang round on street corners most of the time
Wed Apr 18 12:29:16 2007

Beth Marietta, GA, USA
Looking for some old friends. Does anyone know if the Packhams (Leslie in particular) still live there? Used to work at the castle.
Mon Apr 16 15:56:05 2007

Rhiannon welshpool
Welshpool has nothing to offer us young teenagers all we have is a small cinema with two screens that is why we hang round on street corners most of the time.
Wed Apr 11 10:01:43 2007

Emma from Welshpool
I agree and disagree with a lot of comments on here. I've lived in Welshpool all my life and its always been a great place to live until the last few years. The massive influx of immigrants has not helped in the slightest, ok, they might work hard but they are taking jobs and housing from local people who are having to move from thier home town just to make a living. Also what about local resources such as dentists, doctors, and the like, its almost impossible to get a doctors appointment unless you want to wait a couple of weeks. I cant get into a dentist and neither can my children. Its ridiculous. I often think of the future here for my kids and its pretty bleak at the moment.Too many charity shops and not enough support for small local businesses which were the crux of the town years ago.
Wed Mar 21 09:45:17 2007

Amber From Welshpool
Wheres The Love Hun?
Fri Mar 2 14:26:38 2007

Barry C Welshpool
What a dump i cant wait to move.
Mon Feb 26 15:45:14 2007

Graham Thomas, Victoria BC Canada
My brother Milton and his wife Elaine still live in Welshpool. My Mom, Berenice Powell lived there before I was born with my brother and sister Milton and Pauline. Can you give me any further information?
Mon Feb 26 10:59:10 2007

john - Welshpool
I think Welshpool is a town which is maybe average at the moment, but will be moving upwards over the next few years. I have spoken to lots of people who now cant afford to buy houses in shrewsbury who are now buying in welshpool. Yes there are too many charity shops, but the main street is really pretty- it just needs a few delis etc, like ludlow. - The Royal Oak has now been done up and this is a great place to eat and drink with real freindly atmosphere. I dont understand the comments about all the constant muggings in the town etc; I think these are a bit of an exageration, there are occasional problems, but these descriptions make it sound like some ghetto in a city centre, which it definitely is not. As regards to immigrants, yes there are a few, but having worked alongside some, they are not here to obtain benefits, but to work hard. I think its time to stop moaning and make the most of what we have.
Tue Feb 13 14:36:18 2007

sally welshpool
Lived here all my life used to be brill now its full of young girls having babies i dont agree with tattoo shop being the best as i know a few under age people who have had tattoos there which is wrong, peacocks is/will be best shop.
Sun Feb 11 13:48:22 2007

Wes from Welshpool
Umm, to support the opinion of others, i have to say i've never encountered such friendly people, i say this of the back of living in several countries around the globe.The town its self i have to note is rapidly becoming forgotten about. The existence of things for people to do are virtually non-existent, so this there for only equates to one thing, people do not stay for long. An investment of any kind into the town itself i feel would be gratefully recieved and appreciated by the local contingent, yes there is a large influx of overseas workers, why, they are willing to do the work that others are not so willing to do.The local authorities must ask themselves the question of where they would like to be when all around them are looking at the the future. Invest in the town and the people will invest in its future.
Sun Feb 11 11:30:30 2007

Louise Jones South Wales
I lived in welshpool for many years wen it had a good market on a monday and you had a variety of shops. I now find Welshpool a boring and uninspiring town as now I live in the valleys of South Wales were every one is made welcome.
Tue Feb 6 09:40:16 2007

Anna from near Welshpool
I grew up near Welshpool and trips to town were fun. The market was bustling and I liked seeing all the old characters. These days, I can't bear the place. The character has been ripped out and the whole place sanitised. And for what? Eight charity shops, a string or estate agents selling overpriced dumps and a bunch of unfriendly immigrants! Oh, and let's not forget the rubbish takeaway joints. I've never found the locals particularly friendly either. Welshpool has nothing to offer, it's finished!!
Fri Feb 2 13:04:51 2007

Margaret Herbert
I Love The Town Sooo Much hehe. Especially with my best buds Hannah and Amber! You dont know what you are on about josh!
Wed Jan 31 11:36:23 2007

Dave, London
I was born and brought up in Welshpool. I moved away to University and then my career's kept my away ever since. That's the problem that Welshpool has to face, the fact that the majority of school leavers have no option other than to move away to find work. The biggest mistake ever was the redevelopment of the Oldford Estate. It brought in a huge raft of incomers from the Midlands which changed the demographic of Welshpool faster than the town could cope with. It's a lovely town, don't knock it so much, you just have to remember that the community aspect is the only way in which it will happen in a small town with a low income. Or move to the South East and see how much you miss the place!
Fri Jan 12 12:26:38 2007

Han from welshpool
I moved to welshpool about 6 years ago and find it boring for teenagers, people moan that all they do is get trouble, but there is nothing for them to do to stay out of trouble.
Fri Jan 12 12:25:24 2007

Josh from welshpool
Welshpool has nothing to offer to teenagers that is why most of them are takeing drugs .When i was younger they had flats in Oldford estate and everyone got one with everyone but now they have changed to council houses most people never talk to each other it is like the spirit of oldford has gone with the houses most people are afraid to leave their house after dark as they might get stabbed. Oldford is now the most violent esate in Welshpool and it is a nightmare come true living there.
Mon Jan 8 16:55:07 2007

Nadeem From Welshpool
Just got a job in Andrews Fish Bar its brilliant, its the most voted chippy in wales and its brilliant to be able to be part of that friendly enviroment.
Sun Jan 7 20:05:13 2007

Daley Jones from Welshpool
I have lived in Welshpool since i was born(28), it is a busy little market town with not much to offer, the problem we have is whenever a tidy proposal come forward from developers the councillors feel its is their duty to stop the development of the town, just look at other neighbouring towns like Newtown and Oswestry ten years ago they were pretty much the same size as Welshpool and now they are growing to nearly double the size with better shops, facilities, plenty for the youths of the area to take part in, and welshpool is left in the 80s.
Sun Jan 7 20:04:41 2007

Kelly from Welshpool
The real problem is the authorities, they just do not care about the local community. Also we are trying to buy a family home for our family but keep getting out-priced by buy to letters, who fill the properties.
Wed Jan 3 09:42:42 2007

Josh from welshpool
i have lived in welshpool for 17 years it was a great place to live but now it is declining very quickly .Some people are afraid to leave their houses after dark . Being a teenager there is nothing to do apart from taking drug and getting drunk .I got attacked by two youths about a month ago for no resean at all over all i had to have 24 stiches .
Fri Dec 15 13:30:14 2006

Taylor, Cambridge
I lived near Welshpool for 23 years until I moved away 4 years ago. I loved living there. There wasn't much to do but the people were so friendly that nights out were the best in the area. Can't believe what everyone is saying on this site - about it going down hill. It's such a shame. I still enjoy visiting Welshpool because as you drive towards it from the Midlands, the countryside is so stunning that you feel like everything is lifted from your shoulders.
Thu Dec 14 09:18:52 2006

James Wolstenholme, Welshpool
i don't think its fair to say that welshpool is not good for teenagers, all you have to do is look for the right place. There is a skate park here and also a leisure center. I agree there is alot of alcohol violence etc. but that's only happened in recent years. there is alot of good things about welshpoool, like the amount of jobs there is. there is a major estate for companies and the biggest sheep market in wales. people can only see the bad things, or maybe thats all they want to see.
Wed Dec 13 13:05:00 2006

Matthew Thomas, Welshpool
I have lived in Welshpool all my life, and what used to be a nice, friendly town is fastly declining. Welshpool itself is a lovely town which is lucky to have a few attractions such as Powys Castle. On the whole I like living in Welshpool, mostly due to the friendly locals, but there are too many problems all at once! Welshpool seems to be the hot spot for charity shops! There must be at least 8 charity shops in Welshpool, and it is driving the locals away to shop. I think it is quite sad to think that some of the locals who have lived in Welshpool for years, do not like to go out in Welshpool after dark for all the violence and crime caused by gangs of every night drinkers. To me -its a great shame! Hopefully someday it may improve??
Fri Dec 8 20:39:05 2006

Colin, Chester
can anybody tell me when did cynthia and gordon leave mearmaid pub?
Tue Dec 5 09:33:13 2006

Colin, Chester
worked there 1970 great place must go back mermaid best pub cynthia and gordon great host
Fri Dec 1 09:17:23 2006

adam welshpool
i moved to welshpool 2years ago from nottingham ...i dont rerget it its quite boring tho there NOTHING for young ones to do apart from drink and get drunk but its also very nice place to live need more employment though not be able to drive to newtown/shrewsbury/other local places resctrects me in getting a job.
Thu Nov 30 15:19:46 2006

Brian Ellis, Warrington
You really need car for transport not many buses. I can remember the railway service which was sacked by Beeching. The area really needs more public transport. Don't see many buses in or around my travels round Powys as a whole.
Wed Nov 29 10:05:58 2006

Nikki from Welshpool
I've lived in welshpool all my life and its gone from alright to really rough, there is absolutly nothin to do 4 children (which i have 3 of) nore teenagers. The town is full of kids taking drugs n mugging people. they need to make places for teens to go and have fun n places for people to take their children not puttin more charity shops here. the best shop in town is the new tattoo shop Ink Incision on severn street.
Tue Nov 28 09:38:27 2006

brian ellis warrington
visited welshpool many times been fishing the area for 50 yrs iam 63 now ifound the locals very friendly people and the severn very good fly fishing iwill be visiting in the next fortnight .reading the emails it sounds as if the poles are taking over like warrington ihave heard about leighton weirfishing hope its true lovely town.welshpool cant wait to go back
Mon Nov 27 17:51:51 2006

Phil and Linda Abberley pontypridd
I lived in Welshpool 1969-1971ish.My wife was born there,Linda Titley.first of all living in prefabs at cae-glas."Colditz"the flats were just being built,i remember flooding,pubs open all day monday and rough cider at one and nine at the crown.It was a nice place to live,but no work.Naylors was the place i worked,walking to Leighton some days when unable to scrounge a lift.Not the same now unfortunately.The by-pass and tourism have spoilt it.
Wed Nov 22 08:36:26 2006

Jane Whiteley from Portsmouth
I have just made a nostalgic journey back to Welshpool.I discovered my Grandmothers house still standing,though modernised of course.Does anyone remember the Edwards family from 9 Wellington Crescent.My father was John Herbert Charles Edwards born 1st Sept 1916.
Sun Nov 5 12:38:49 2006

William Smith, Scotland
Drove through Welshpool one morning at 2am i saw something strange at the old railway station,im wondering if anyone else has a similar story to tell.
Sun Nov 5 12:31:47 2006

Graham Thomas, Victoria BC, Canada
I was born in Welshpool in 1950, but left with my mom and stepfather in April 1958. I have been back twice, once in 1987 and again in 2002. My older brother and his wife are still in Welshpool..must be going on 73 years. It was nice going back, visiting my brother and childhood friend and looking at where I used to play and go to school...I hope to make it back again in 2008.
Fri Oct 27 09:23:13 2006

Monique-Lhuillier-Steunou from Guilsfield
Welshpool is a reasonably quiet town with 'some' excellent shops. It has immense potential but is still very underdeveloped, a jewel in Wales, or potentially a dimaond, rough and uncut. But where are all the little specialist shops? I hope Welshpool never becomes another High Street clone. There are a few really good eating places but we could do with more 'family' restaurants, Welshpool is fast becoming a middle age drinking town...what's with all the middle age drunks out on all the pavements on every bank holiday? Also recently we have become the charity shop capital! However Welshpool on the whole is a wonderful place but we all need to look at how the town is developing, initiate change, embrace it, even the new and diverse mix of nationalities. Being dual nationality French-British I am amazed at how little the Welsh language is used at the Gateway to Wales! I for one would love to hear more, to read more signs in Welsh, be greeted in shops,what a beautiful language, another plus for Welshpool but...where is it
Tue Oct 24 10:54:07 2006

Donald Williamson from Welshpool
I came to welshpool when all the girls were beautiful and I was a lovely boy!!, some 45 years ago, and have spent many days, mainly happy days, serving the people of the town enjoying jokes and fun with them .I happen to believe that laughter IS the best medicine.Problem with that theory is that judging by the absence of humour a lot of folk will end up unwell. Or, more likely, I am getting bloody old. Carry on folk enjoy this lovely old town and the wonderful setting its in. sure beats the Gobi desert.
Tue Oct 24 10:29:19 2006

Andy
Lived in Welshpool all my life but being in a wheelchair makes living here a lot more difficult, can't get into a lot of the places in town. On the bright side though there is some decent pubs to go to and the locals are quite friendly.
Tue Oct 17 16:13:44 2006

Elizabeth Divall from Welshpool
I have lived in Welshpool for 8 years now I came here since i was 5. As i grew older about 10 i realized I loved swimming at the flash.I also go to welshpool high school which is ok I suppose. I do wish they could make a ice rink when they redevelop the Smithfield market so that there is something for young people to do!
Mon Oct 16 09:53:34 2006

Masa from Tokyo,Japan
As people insist on the point which the town is boring for young locals,Its true. Nevertheless,There is a peacefully tranquil atmosphere which eased my tired soul. For me,I'd really like to emphasize that i could enjoy the stay in the small town for roughly one year,even though I raised up in Tokyo. My favorite place in welshpool is no doubt Powis castle.
Mon Oct 16 09:31:29 2006

Brian from Squamish canada
I worked at the coffee pot cafe in 1980. Stayed for a year and loved the place. Spent a lot of time in the pub next to it. Can't remember its name but the barman was called Dave.
Tue Sep 19 08:32:33 2006

Emma Pontrobert
I lived in Pontrobert - just outside Welshpool - since I was 4. I then moved away when I joined the Navy at 17 and have now moved back at 27 with my two young children. Although Welshpool itself does seem to have a very limited amount of retail outlets compared to Portsmouth (where I moved back from) there is always a bus or train or you can drive to Shrewsbury which is only 20 miles and has all the bustle of a busy town and then when you come back to Welshpool, you really do remember what country life is all about, especially when all the farmers markets are going on!! I love the area and find everybody is so much friendlier than most other places I've visited.
Mon Aug 21 09:40:41 2006

Pauline Ashton
Can you tell me when Welshpool recorded the highest temperature in the UK?

Can you help?

Thu Aug 3 17:15:10 2006

Judy Arliss, Shrewsbury
My husband, daughter and myself have cycled for 20 years on the Criggan estate. My daughter later rode her horse there. Why can we not continue to do this? I'm 64, my husband 84. Still need to keep fit. It's location is through the Breidden forest, past old mills hill.
Thu Aug 3 15:37:00 2006

tracy abbott, reading
I love Welshpool. I was born there 42 years ago. I moved away when I 23, but my nan still lives there (beautiful town). I have lovely memories.
Mon Jul 31 17:17:26 2006

Claire Llewellyn from West Midlands
How can you say Welshpool is boring? When we were younger, Mam and Dad brought us to Welshpool every weekend and pretty much every half term holiday. We loved it, especially paddling and swimming in the River Severn. We stayed on the Severn Caravan site with a working farm - there was so much do. I really miss it now. Hope to come back soon.
Mon Jul 17 09:49:42 2006

Gareth Morris from Welshpool
I've been living in Welshpool for 60 years now and there is only one good thing about it - the people. They are friendly and always say "hi" or "Nice Day isn't it". However, there isn't really much else to do their. You soon get bored of the few available facilities. However, if you are looking to visit for a few days, then I am sure you will find Welshpool very enjoyable.
Sat Jul 8 10:06:14 2006

Chas
First visited here in '77 - fantastic, laid back, great on market days. Good pubs, friendly 'hippie' type people, especially at The Vaults (long since gone, it was the best pub in town). Also gone are The White Lion, The Eagles, The Angel went and came back. Been living here 20 years now, and witnessed the decline of the place, too many charity shops forcing 'proper' and local businesses to give up - I think this new development planned for the Smithfield will kill off even more local shops. Also, the town has gone 'rough' compared to when I first came here. You don't see dads in the pubs with their sons as much these days, the whole place could do with a facelift, jobs are hard to find, partly due to the immigrant workforce. The local paper has announced that there could be 1000 more immigrant workers arriving in the future, which will make them one in seven of the population. A shame for the future of the town and its local inhabitants - no wonder youngsters are moving away.
Fri Jul 7 09:33:17 2006

Reg from welshpool
Moved from the midlands 12 months ago and now live by the crown pub by far the best in town go and see andy andy and lin for a real good pint tell them u heard about it from reg hope to c u in the crown soon
Fri Jul 7 09:13:52 2006

Sam Hewitt
I've lived in Welshpool for 10 years and it's a really interesting place to live there's lots of history and plenty of things to do.
Tue Jul 4 15:08:41 2006

Lloyd from Welshpool
Welshpool is a very boring place and has hardly anything to do. I would love to move out of Welshpool to somewhere which has loads of clothes shops and better pubs. The thing that I would miss about Welshpool is the friendly people.
Mon Jun 19 15:44:09 2006

Rachel McRae from Toronto (Canada)
I came to Welshpool twice: In '97 for a month and '94 for 10 days on a Rotary Club exchange. The town was quite pretty, the pubs were nice and old, and the surrounding countryside was stunning. All around it was a nice little place to visit, much more attractive than the section of Canada I'm from.
Mon Jun 5 09:54:38 2006

Heidi - Welshpool
I was born in Welshpool 30 yrs ago and still love it! I know it's not very good for shopping but hopefully that'll change with the new Smithfield development. Don't mind going out of town shopping because I appreciate the quiet of Welshpool when I get back. Do wish there weren't so many Polish people here though because they sit by the canal drinking and make it very uncomfortable for people who take their children to feed the ducks! Beautiful town!
Thu Jun 1 09:32:13 2006

Cindy , Welshpool
Welshpool means an awful lot to me, though of recent it does seem to be going downhill. Housing or the lack of it must be a nightmare for young people. The last year has seen a huge rise in foreigners coming to the town snapping up all rental accomadation. Shopping is not great though the new Coed y Dinas store just out of Welshpool is a good walk around. I enjoy the pubs for a good night out but that's because I'm local.
Mon May 15 14:55:06 2006

Welshpool Resident
Welshpool is a very pleasant town to live, with many friendly residents (however every town has it's not so friendly ones). There are many public houses in the town with The Angel being the outright winner. I would recommend you visit and sample its excellent food and friendly atmosphere. The town is due to undergo a facelift with the Smithfield being relocated to the outskirts and a new retail development (including amphitheater, restaurant, retail outlets and supermarket)which should encourage further visitors. There are many attractions in the area to visit such as Powis Castle, The Old Station, Coedydinas Garden centre, Llanfa! ir Light Railway, Offas Dyke, Cockpit, Museum and many more.
Wed May 3 08:36:40 2006

Mike from Welshpool
Moved in Welshpool two years a go. Nice little town but boring! Almost nothing for kids. Not the right place for young families. Old residents are more interested in churches and charity shops.
Thu Apr 13 10:46:59 2006

alan bent from kidderminster
I moved to Welshpool in 1974 to manage the Foster Menswear shop in Broad Street. I also did discos at the Astral rooms which were situated above the railway station. During my time in the town,I made many good friends,and I still regard Welshpool as my 'spiritual' home. Shall I ever return? Who knows. An old saying goes "always remember things as they were" - perhaps I will leave it as that. Nevertheless,I have very fond memories.
Wed Mar 22 06:51:23 2006

Lucy
I have lived in Welshpool all my life and it's real nice. Good nite out on saturday round town. Try local morrisons for real nice staff and excellent service. Best pub on the block is the crown.
Tue Mar 21 18:53:46 2006

mick from hartlepool
lived here 1 year nice place but missed crew from the north
Sun Mar 19 20:20:11 2006

Emma from welshpool
Ive lived in Welshpool all my life. It's a nice town but has gone downhill lately. The Dragon is definitley the best pub in town. What we need are more clothes shops!
Sun Mar 5 21:47:06 2006

Diane from Trewern
I moved to Welshpool five years ago from Southampton. At first, it felt very small compared to a huge city like Southampton. Now I wouldn't be anywhere else.
Fri Mar 3 16:09:30 2006

clare from welshpool
Welshpool is my home, and is rapidly on the decline, EU migrants have arrived on mass for some reason, taking jobs and council housing. Private housing is beyond the price of locals... The teenagers are bored senseless, the police can't be bothered to turn up and the council must do their budgeting with a blindfold and a pin. I love my town with a passion, and I am truly concerned for its and my children's future within it.
Tue Jan 31 22:26:43 2006

Nadeem from Welshpool
just moved into welshpool, it is wicked... if you had an opportunity to move here, do not hesitate.
Mon Jan 30 20:33:26 2006

Bev from Florida USA
We loved Welshpool. My Dad Jack and Mum Rita ran The Dragon, and we met the nicest friends, that made us welcome and will forever stay in our hearts. Welshpool Thanks
Sun Jan 29 01:34:35 2006

Janet, Welshpool visitor
The Old Station in Welshpool does the best Minted Lamb Stew that I have ever had. I've been there several times and it's consistently delicious. A must!
Fri Jan 20 17:46:40 2006

ian bevan from leominster
I was born in welshpool and lived there till i was 12 years old, now 28. It's a lovley town which holds a lot of childhood memories. I am returning back home to Welshpool to live again in the near future. I can't wait. I have missed my home town. It's where my heart is and always will be.
Wed Jan 18 23:30:03 2006

Nigel Williams
The organisers of the Mid Wales Rally Charity Forum would like to thank everyone who helped make the latest forum a huge success. A special word of thanks to Welshpool High School for the use of the premises for the forum...Everyone who gave up their time to make the evening a big success, without your help we would not have been able to donate almost £18,000 to the Air Ambulance. Hope to see you all next year!!
Tue Jan 17 09:26:49 2006

Chris Pierce, living in Birmingham
I moved to welshpool with my family after leaving school, and moved away when I was 27, after my father died. Hardly a day goes by without thinking of Welshpool and the goodtimes I had. I will always think of Welshpool as my home.
Thu Jan 12 22:08:42 2006

Nigel Williams
The third Mid Wales Rally Charity Forum took place on 29th December 2005 at Theatre Clera in Welshpool with a sell-out crowd attending. The forum is held to raise funds for the Air Ambulance. The organisers are pleased to announce that the evening made £15,000 for the Air Ambulance and would like to thank everyone who donated the auction lots and raffle prizes.raffle prizes, and to everyone who attended the evening.
Tue Jan 3 14:39:45 2006

Fred Davies Leighton Welshpool
Lived here for 87 years marvellous town
Mon Dec 26 21:35:48 2005

Steve, Welshpool
Used to be a great place to live, but is quickly becoming very rough...Our once safe town doesn't feel like it used to! The pubs are rubbish compared to nearby towns like Newtown, Shrewsbury & Oswestry. Decent shopping has to be done elsewhere as charity/tat shops abound in Welshpool.
Sun Dec 18 20:21:54 2005

kym wright - here!
I've lived here since i was 5. It's a lovely town. Plenty of pubs! All the locals are very easy going and friendly. V pretty countryside also.
Thu Nov 24 15:37:04 2005

Bryan from Welshpool
Everyday is a new and wonderful experience in this lovely town. So much to do and so little time.
Mon Nov 14 13:14:23 2005

Barry, Welshpool
I like this town very very much, because my mum lives in it.
Mon Nov 14 11:35:30 2005

Jodi from Welshpool
As a teenager, Welshpool is pretty boring! It is however, a gorgeous place to live. You appreciate the beauty of it even more when you move away. I can't wait to get back to Powis park, it has always been my favourite place, it's fantastic for getting away from everything and just being able to forget troubles and relax for a few hours!
Wed Nov 9 18:57:52 2005

Bella from Trewern
I moved to this area from Russia over a year ago. Welshpool is a lovely town. But it is too quiet for me. Not much activities for me and children.
Wed Nov 9 16:01:34 2005

Jo from Gt Yarmouth
I used to live in Welshpool 16 years ago. My mum still lives there. A lovely quiet town, much quieter than Gt Yarmouth.
Thu Nov 3 15:39:26 2005

Bethan Pryce from Welshpool
Although technically I have lived in Guilsfield for the whole of my 20 years, I consider myself to be a Welshpool girl having spent a lot of time in my pre-school years with my Grandma who lives in town. I am a student at Aberystwyth and I come home every weekend to work. Nothing matches the feeling I get when the train pulls up alongside the Old Station and I realise I'm home. Although I hope to find a job here when I graduate, I know that even if I have to move out of the town Welshpool will always be home to me. I am so proud to be from Welshpool, and there are so many familiar faces and sights here that mean so much to me. Welshpool has shaped me into the person I am today.
Thu Oct 27 22:39:24 2005

laura grundy from high wycombe
i use to live in welshpool and it is a great little town my dad and family and friends still live there and they seem to love it, it is a lovely place full of history and i would love to move back anyday
Thu Oct 27 22:23:13 2005

Kelly from Newtown
I'm from Welshpool originally but moved to Newtown seven years ago and it was a very wise move. Welshpool isn't a town. A town is where you can go for a shopping spree and Welshpool just hasn't got it. There are far too many charity shops and banks! Newtown has a much better selection of everything really.
Fri Sep 23 21:41:29 2005

Graham from Trewern
We moved into Mid-Wales from Shrewsbury six years ago and do not regret it one bit. As you drive down the A483 from Middletown and see the green hills and valleys in front of you I just can't wait to get home. Cymru am byth!
Wed Sep 21 18:30:17 2005

Jennifer - Welshpool
I quite understand people moving out of the area. What a great pity, it used to be so lovely and safe.
Wed Sep 21 16:12:56 2005

Mary, Norfolk
We have known Welshpool for many years and truly enjoy the honest atmosphere it has. We are so bowled over by Welshpool that we are buying a house there. Thank you people of Welshpool.
Sun Sep 11 16:57:49 2005

John, Pool Quay
Moved here 14yrs ago from Birmingham. Have loved the town and the area despite the flooding on ocasions. The people are friendly and I know if a quick visit is required, it seldom is, as you always see someone you know. Yes, we welcome the stranger and the visitor.
Wed Sep 7 12:46:01 2005

Ryan Taylor from Welshpool
A nice friendly historical market town.
Thu Aug 25 20:12:21 2005

Trent from Newtown
I have only recently moved from Welshpool and have realised what a boring town it is. Moving down the road to Newtown has opened my eyes: It's far bigger, there are more shops, more pubs, and more jobs! For two places which are so close, I don't understand why anyone would want to stay in Welshpool.
Wed Aug 17 20:47:37 2005

John Duggan from Swansea.
My brother Steve and I have passed by Welshpool many times and always have only ever briefly stopped there. But earlier this year, we visited properly and spent most of the day there.We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.We even saw your football team win 3-0. We will definitely be back.
Wed Aug 17 17:33:06 2005

Kellie from Dudley
Welshpool has become my second home since buying my holiday home nearby. Langfords meat market is a must.
Sat Aug 6 18:21:25 2005

Jim from Welshpool
I would not like to live anywhere else.
Thu Jul 14 23:12:02 2005

Paul from Llanfyllin
My wife and I visit the lovely little town of Welshpool for shopping - especially the fishmonger, who has a greater choice of fresh fish than the supermarkets, and is cheaper too! On Friday we found lobster and samphyre grass there. He also knows how to treat his customers so that they keep coming back !
Tue Jul 12 07:37:55 2005

Roy, Leicester
I stopped in the town with my family whilst on our way to Borth for a holiday. The staff at the National Milk Bar cafe were very efficient and friendly. I can certainly recommend the freshly cooked food from there.
Wed Jun 29 11:51:45 2005

Ryan from Welshpool
It is a wonderful town and a market town
Fri May 20 21:19:07 2005

Robert from Welshpool
Welshpool is a very attractive place to live. I lived in Welshpool for 16 years and its been a very rewarding town to live in. The schools are good and the sun shines nearly every day.
Thu May 12 11:56:12 2005

Ann Jones from Guilsfield.
I was born in Welshpool, but moved to the West Midlands in 1965 when my husband changed his job, but now my husband and I have retired we couldn't wait to come home. Lovely friendly people and also wonderful food at the Oak Public House in Guilsfield. A visit to Powis Castle is a must.
Mon Apr 11 18:32:50 2005

Sian - Rochdale
Welshpool is still where I class my home to be - I love going back.
Tue Mar 1 10:32:42 2005

Thomas, Welshpool
Been living here for over 30 years the town isn't all bad, the pubs are the best part especially the pinewood, good friendly atmosphere.
Wed Feb 23 20:12:25 2005

Arch Wednesbury
Great friendly town..... best SUNDAY night out I have had for years !!!
Sat Feb 12 23:22:47 2005

Graham London
I met some lovely folk whilst living here. the scenery still takes my breath away. It was a sad day when I left for London. I left a piece of me in Y Trallwng, and I carry fondly the memories of the place. I'm sure it's changed, but I'll be back someday.
Fri Jan 7 14:48:02 2005

Pamela Wood DartfordKent
My brother and I spent all our summer holidays in Welshpool 50 years ago. My grandparents moved there from London. We loved it and the last time I saw Welshpool was over 35 years ago. I mean to return before I die. It lives in my heart. The Welsh people are wonderful.
Sat Dec 18 18:26:07 2004

Derek Trewern
Having moved to the area a few years ago I can only say that Welshpool still retains a friendly atmosphere. Being a Londoner by birth I marvel at the friendly chats with shop staff and people in the street. You can be out at night and feel safe as well. I hope we can all keep it that way.
Mon Nov 29 15:23:06 2004

Gareth (Hampshire)
I was born in Welshpool and lived in Buttington until I was five. My father had to relocate to London to find work. Closure of Buttington Junction had a devastating effect on our railway family. Circumstances have forced me into exile from the town that I love. I come back and visit as often as I can.
Wed Sep 22 13:33:10 2004

Kay Welshpool
The Raven has great food and staff.
Mon Sep 13 10:28:04 2004

karen parr from australia
used to live in welshpool 24 years ago a place I might return to visit one day
Mon Jul 19 07:55:20 2004

Janice from Welshpool
Friendly, lively town. Powis Castle is well worth a visit.
Fri May 21 13:26:37 2004

Dennis J Duggan from Welshpool
An exceptionally friendly town with a marvellous atmosphere and sense of community
Tue May 4 10:27:28 2004

Heidi Benbow from Welshpool
"Small and friendly town. It has pleanty of pubs!"
Wed Nov 26 12:14:47 2003

Helen Evans from Welshpool
"A friendly, busy market town."
Wed Nov 26 12:13:40 2003

Kim Pryce from Welshpool
"It's a historical town."
Wed Nov 26 12:12:02 2003

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