The Top 6 Castles around Oswestry
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 6
beautiful castles to choose from around Oswestry. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Oswestry. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 16, 2025
Chirk Castle Gates
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The castle was built in 1295 by Roger Mortimer de Chirk, uncle of Roger Mortimer, 1st Earl of March as part of King Edward I's chain of fortresses across the …
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Whittington Castle
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Whittington Castle is a castle in northern Shropshire, England, owned and managed by the Whittington Castle Preservation Fund. The castle was originally a motte-and-bailey castle, but this was replaced in …
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Statue of Hercules at Chirk Castle
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Great statue with the castle sat in the background. Good place to visit.
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Hawk House — Chirk Castle Gardens
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Beautiful place to visit, even in the winter when nothing is in bloom.
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Offa's Dyke at Chirk Castle
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You can of course take a day trip to the castle, but also take time to enjoy the garden of Chirk Castle during your leg of the Offa's Dyke path
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