Send flowers to Welshpool, Powys

Flower Delivery to Welshpool with Clare Florist

Welshpool is called a place “where Wales Begins.” It's also an area where there are just lots of things to do and countless sights to see. You name it, they probably have it – walking trails, wildlife, fishing, golf, leisure facilities, country sports, historic sites, beautiful scenery, shopping and so much more.

All that said, you know that you can count on Welshpool if you're planning a romantic date. Of course, it wouldn't have a romantic flair in it if you didn't send flowers to Welshpool to set the tone for your entire weekend date.

History

Welshpool is a mid-Wales town and just lies four miles from the border with England. Y Trallwng is the town's Welsh name and it means “the marshy or sinking land.” Welshpool was originally known as Pool, but it was changed to Welshpool to tell it apart from Poole in Dorset.

Much of the architecture that's in Welshpool is Georgian, but the origins of the town are much older than that. It was once the capital of Powys Wenwynwyn after its prince fled Mathrafal – the traditional Welsh royal site – in 1212.

The forces of Owain Glyndwr devastated the town in 1400, which was the start of the rebellion against Henry IV, the English king.

There is a cockpit – a six-sided brick one – that was built during the 18th century. It was continually used for cockfighting until the Cruelty to Animals Act 1835. It's the only cockpit that's unaltered and preserved in its original state in Britain.

ATTRACTIONS

When you need to have some sight of flowers in Welshpool, there are lots of places you can go to. Whether you're a garden enthusiast or just love to see different plants, here are some places to check out:

Powis Castle and Garden – this is a world famous garden that is overhung with clipped yews and is home to rare and tender plants. The layout is influenced by Italian and French styles. It has been remodelled for more than 200 years to reflect the needs and ambitions of the Herbert family.

Glansevern Hall – comprised of over 25 acres of gardens that is built around a house done in Greek Revival style – constructed around 1801. The gardens are outstanding and feature lakeside walks, formal areas, walled gardens and vistas. There are also unusual trees in thus place, as well as many Welshpool flowers to provide colour and interest.

Other than gardens, here are other attractions in Welshpool:

Rowles Fine Art
Powysland Museum
Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture
Domen Castle
Montgomery Castle
Dolforwyn Castle

TRANSPORT

Welshpool Railway Station – on Cambrian Line; served by Arriva Trains Wales.

The Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway, a heritage railway that is popular with tourists, has its starting point in town. The end station of this railway is at Raven Square.

There are bus services that link to surrounding towns and villages too and are mainly operated by Tanat Valley Coaches. Notable services include:

No X75 – Shrewsbury to east and Newtown and Llanidloes to the south west

No D71 – Oswestry via Guilsfield and Llanymynech

There's also a local town service that is operated by Owen's Coaches.

The Welshpool Airport or Mid Wales Airport is located to the south of the town.

There are three major trunk roads that pass through Welshpool, and they are:

A458
A483
A490

SPORTS

Welshpool Town F.C. - football club
Welshpool Rugby Football Club – rugby union club

Whether you want to see some blooms or go to the museum, Welshpool sure has got a lot to offer. Be it nature or indoors, you will love the attractions in this mid-Wales town.