Visiting the Archives
Visits are by appointment only
Appointments can be made during the following times:
Mon, Tues Thurs 9.30-12.45 and 2.15-4.30
Fri 9.30-12.45 and 2.15-3.45
The archives are closed on Wednesdays and public holidays.
To make an appointment contact us. Contact details can be found on the ‘contact us’ page.
Before making an appointment, you are advised to consult the catalogue to order documents.
The Town Council Archivist is available one morning a week (Mondays).
The archive is supervised by Archivist’s Assistant, Joanne Williams, during other opening times.
You will need to register as a reader – details can be found on the ‘Using the Archives’ page.
Enquiries
If you cannot visit, please contact us with your enquiries.
Where to Find Us
Oswestry Town Council is located in the Guildhall on Bailey Head in Oswestry. (A map is available on the ‘contact us’ page).
Parking: There is no private parking for the archives. A pay and display car park is situated next to the Guildhall, which has designated disabled parking spaces.
Travelling by bus: Oswestry bus station is located in Oswald Road, a five minute walk to the Guildhall.
Travelling by train: The nearest train station to Oswestry is located at Gobowen. The no. 53 bus frequently runs from Gobowen to Oswestry bus station.
Facilities
There is disabled access to the Guildhall at the side entrance. Toilets, including a disabled facility, are located on the ground floor in the reception area.
The Archives are not open during lunch times. There are no refreshment facilities at the Guildhall. However, there are many cafes and restaurants a short distance away in the town.
Contact the Archives
Town Council Archivist – Kerry Evans
Assistant to the Archivist – Joanne Williams
Oswestry Town Council,
The Guildhall,
Oswestry,
Shropshire
SY11 1PZ
Tel: 01691 680222
E-mail: [email protected]