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Welshpool Group

We are the Welshpool Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

This is the walk originally planned for 22nd Feb.

An 8.25 mile moderate walk, following  the western half of Oswalds Trail ,on lanes and footpaths through fields and woodland. We will set off through Oswestry towards the Llanforda Parklands (about 20 minutes). Joining Oswalds trail we climb steadily up to Offa's Dyke and the Old Racecourse. We then return through the Brogyntyn Hall estate to our start point, overlooking the Old Hill Fort.

Muddy in places with 10 stiles( all in good condition). Total ascent about 200 metres. 

 

Sunday, 8 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
13.2km / 8.2mi
Ascent:
200m / 656ft
Type:
circular

All welcome, but no dogs on the walk, please (except registered assistace dogs by arrangement).

N.B. There are planned roadworks on the A483 between Llanymynech and Llynclys which may affect travel times.

 

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 29142 30511
Nearest postcode:
SY11 1DR
what3words:
driftwood.rang.heap
Start time:
10:00 am

Gatacre Playing Fields car park, Gatacre Avenue, Oswestry

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking