Award-winning historical markets welcome shoppers to Oswestry

Oswestry is an ancient, market town in north west Shropshire, close to the Welsh border, and is the birthplace of the much-lauded World War One poet, Wilfred Owen. During the summer, many visitors come to the spectacular annual August Oswestry hot air balloon carnival or takeover Food and Drink festival in July, spilling over into […]

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‘Coronation Live’ in Oswestry

There will be joyous celebrations around the UK and Commonwealth on Saturday 6 May for the Coronation ceremony to mark His Majesty King Charles III’s ascension to the throne.  The ancient market town of Oswestry in Shropshire will be one of the many UK communities coming together, in the spirit of tradition and pageantry.  Oswestry […]

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The Friendly markets with lots to see and do

At Community Update, we take pride in showcasing the very best community events that provide a wealth of benefits for the town and community. As such, in this issue we are pleased to announce that we have selected Oswestry Market as the recipient of our Commitment to Excellence Award. Situated very near to the Welsh […]

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