Welshpool one of ‘eight overlooked towns to visit in Wales’

A web site that shares inside tips on where to visit in the world has rated Welshpool as one of just eight towns in Wales that are ‘overlooked and worth a visit’.

World Atlas has highlighted what Welshpool has to offer visitors, including Powis Castle & Garden and the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway, whilst also mentioning the stunning nature reserves at Llyn Coed y Dinas (pictured) and the recently re-opened Severn Farm.

It’s feature aims to provide options away from the more established tourist destinations that “visitors should consider that are often overlooked”.

“The lesser-known towns offer many of the same things as other Welsh towns, like coastal locations with views of the sea, waterfalls, and trails bringing trekkers to plenty of emerald hills and trails through lush forests.

“Tywyn and Welshpool have historic railway rides. Holyhead allows access to walk out onto the sea for almost two miles. Knighton has a large dragon tooth sculpture.

“So, take the excursion to at least one of these towns that represent Welsh beauty and history but also have sights and activities not found everywhere.”

However, the three pubs mentioned to taste Welsh lamb are actually located in Llanfair Caereinion and Berriew.

The eight towns in the article are Welshpool, Knighton, Holyhead, Tywyn, Fishguard, Newcastle Emlyn, Llandovery and Kidwelly.

Here’s what worldatlas.com said about Welshpool.

Welshpool is also on the border of England and about 29 miles north of Knighton. The town possesses the grand medieval Powis Castle and Garden.

Once a fortress from the 13th century, it belonged to different noble families starting in the 16th century until finally being donated to the National Trust.

The castle is decorated in the Elizabethan and Edwardian period styles, with rooms containing oil paintings, luxurious carpets, and ornate woodwork.

The gardens are decorated with rose beds, apple trees, flowers, trees, and have 17th century Italianate terraces and a view of Severn Valley.

Hop on the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway’s original train cars from 1902 that make the ride a moving museum. The train navigates through steep hills and valleys, forests, fields, and farmland while passengers can enjoy cakes and drinks.

The Llyn Coed y Dinas Nature Reserve is known for bird watching, with migrations of unusual birds in spring and autumn. Severn Farm Nature Reserve in town has boardwalks on wetlands that reveal dragonflies, frogs, and birds breeding along the pond in spring and summer.

Welsh lamb is a specialty food of Wales, and visitors can find it on the menu at The Goat Hotel, The Horseshoes Inn, and The Lion Hotel.