Opened in 1993, it has a capacity of 2,034 seats and is capable of hosting UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League qualifying matches. It is a stadium that has occasionally hosted football matches of the England and Wales National Youth Teams. It is located in a green area of the city, has a sports complex and several picturesque houses and some industries are located around the perimeter.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO PARK HALL
*** BUS: X5
*** TRAIN: LINE FOR WALES
OSWESTRY: A TRADITIONAL MARKET TOWN
We would highly recommend a once in a lifetime visit to Oswestry. Its smiling residents, awesome outdoor and indoor markets, almost daily events and great food are some of the elements of the city to fall in love with. It is on the border of Wales and England and you will have the opportunity to see a distinct culture with castles and picturesque canals. It is the city that has had railways as a trademark over the years. Explore every corner and you won’t get lost.
Currency: Pound Sterling
Calling Code: +44
Nearest airports from city center: Liverpool Airport (82km), Manchester Airport (96km), Birmingham Airport (127km), Leeds Airport (178km), Sheffield Airport (206km), Luton Airport (241km), Bristol Airport (251km), Heathrow Airport (281km), Gatwick Airport (339km),
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** CAE GLASS PARK (Welsh Walls, Oswestry SY11 1AP)
It is one of the most beautiful parts of the city with recreational areas, lots of greenery, bowling alleys, greenhouses and the Sports Village.
*** WILLOW GALLERY (56 Willow St, Oswestry SY11 1AD)
You will have the opportunity to see a beautiful space with works of art from local and international artists.
*** OSWESTRY TOWN MUSEUM (1 Bailey Head, Oswestry SY11 1PZ)
There are exhibits about the city. You can see exhibits on History, Geology, Sport, Welsh Guards and more.
*** CHIRK CASTLE (Chirk Castle LL14 5AF)
It dates from the late 13th century and is a castle that will leave you speechless. It is approximately 20 minutes away from the center of Oswestry.
*** HOLY TRINITY CHURCH (Victoria Parade, Roft St, Oswestry SY11 2ES)
It was built in the mid-19th century and is one of the finest churches in Wales. It is worth visiting and exploring.
*** OSWESTRY CRICKET CLUB
You should definitely visit the sports facilities of an amateur cricket club founded in 1855. You will be impressed with the devotion they show to a historic sport for Great Britain.
*** CAMBRIAN RAILWAYS MUSEUM (The Old Railway Station, 28B Oswald Rd, Oswestry SY11 1RE)
Oswestry is a town steeped in railway history and well worth a visit. You will be amazed at the aura of the place.
*** OSWESTRY CASTLE
We would recommend you to visit the ruins of a Castle with a huge History. It dates from the end of the 11th century.
*** BRITISH IRONWORK CENTRE (Whitehall, Aston, Oswestry SY11 4JH)
It is the largest place in Great Britain with the finest decorative metal work. Check out the impressive Knife Angel, Spoon Gorilla and Manchester Bee.
*** ST. OSWALD’S CHURCH (Church St, Oswestry SY11 2SY)
It is one of the most beautiful churches. Its tower is said to be the oldest building in the city and is dedicated to Saint Oswald who was killed at the Battle of Maserfield in 642 AD.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Oswestry Guildhall, one of the oldest buildings in the town, is well worth a visit.
*** Locals pride themselves on the Fishery – Weston Pools Village. Visit it!
*** Explore every corner of market town. There you will find great products!
*** One of the attractions of the city is the Wlfred Owen Statue and Memorial.
FOOD AND DRINK
Oswestry is a culinary paradise for travellers. It has the classic British dishes but we would recommend you to try Welsh rarebit, cawl, cakes and the local glamorgan sausage. Also try the local breads, the so-called laverbread. Also eat Tatws Popty, Tatws Pum Munud which are traditional dishes. It goes without saying that you will find restaurants with cuisines that are influenced by many countries. You will find restaurants for pizzas, spaghetti, burgers, meat, fish, etc. The traditional appetizer is bara brith. Accompany your food with local beer.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find several hotel or accommodation options for all budgets, both in the city center and a little outside the center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** We would recommend you to have a great time and listen to great music at the Hermon Chapel Arts Centre.
*** Oswestry Markets will charm you and you should definitely visit them.
*** In the city center you will find many options for your shopping.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot.
CITIES NEAR OSWESTRY
Major cities close to Oswestry are Stoke on Trent (77km), Liverpool (78km), Wolverhampton (81km), Birmingham (106km), Manchester (107km), Derby (130km), Nottingham (161km), Sheffield (164km), Leicester (167km).
