• Historic Oswestry

    With the Oswestry archives containing records dating back to 1324 and a wealth of historic buildings and locations including the Guilhall, Castle Bank and the Heritage Centre, Oswestry is a town steeped in history and tradition.

  • Celebrating Oswestry

    From our annual food festival promoting the very best in local produce, to our youth music festival showcasing the best in local musical talent, Oswestry has a vibrant festival scene finished off each year with our highly popular Christmas Live festival.

  • Blooming Oswestry

    With Gold Awards in the Heart of England in Bloom Competition from 2005 – 2011, our award winning annual floral extravaganza brings a diverse range of floral beauty wrapping Oswestry in a swath of rich and vibrant colours.

  • Market Town Oswestry

    With regular, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday indoor markets, and a monthly Farmers market on the last Friday of every month, there are an abundance of bargains to be had. So why not take a look for yourself?

Latest News

News Archive

Adam Corbally & The Mayor

Congratulations Oswestry

That was the message from star of the BBC Apprentice series Adam Corbally when presenting the NABMA Market of the Year award 2013 for best local council market to Oswestry Town Mayor Chris Schofield.

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Mayor and Mayoress 2013

Challenging but Exciting is the Message

The newly elected Mayor, Councillor Chris Schofield last night set out his aspirations for the year ahead.  ... Read full article

High Sheriff

Welcome to High Sheriff

The new Town Council was delighted last night to welcome the new High Sheriff of Shropshire, Mrs Diana Flint  ... Read full article

News from @OswestryTC

  • OswestryTC 23.05.2013, 14:53
    OTC Cllr vacancy - the notice of vacancy will be in the Advertizer on Tuesday. It needs 10 ward electors to request an election
  • OswestryTC 23.05.2013, 14:51
    OTC vacancy - to be clear 10 electors for the ward must request an election. These go to the Shirehall not OTC. No request then OTC co opts.
  • OswestryTC 23.05.2013, 08:26
    Council has agreed for new Oswestry football team to use the town crest on their shirts. Best wishes are extended to all involved

Your Council

Your Council is responsible for a wide range of services which effect the daily lives of people who live and work in Oswestry. If you are not sure what your council does, then why not take a look to find out.

Your Council

Who is your Councillor

With 18 Councillors covering the Seven Wards of Oswestry it's easy to not know who your councillor is or which ward you live in, our interactive map will help you to find out.

Which Ward do I live in

Oswestry 2020

Oswestry2020 are representatives of local authorities, education, business, local organisations and the local community looking to shape a vision for the future of Oswestry. We need YOUR HELP to answer the vital questions about where Oswestry is going - and where it needs to go!

How can I have my say?

Historic Oswestry

The Council's archives date from 1324, when the Earl of Arundel granted two shops ('duas schoppas' in the Latin original) in Leg Street to the Burgesses of Oswestry.

Oswestry Archives

Visit Oswestry

Oswestry is a vibrant town, combining a rich history with a modern environment to live and work. With something for everybody from open spaces, traditional markets to lively annual events. Why not visit Oswestry and see for yourself?

Events

Oswestry Markets

The Council provides all retail markets for the town. This includes the Powis Hall indoor market open every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday found near the Bailey Head, adjacent to the Guildhall.

Our Markets