Self catering holidays in Oswestry - Shropshire

Oswestry is a charming market town located in the west of Shropshire close to the border with Wales. With fine historical buildings, specialist shops, independent shops, cafes and restaurants, the town of Oswestry has plenty to offer for a special self-catering break in Shropshire.

The town is one of Shropshire’s largest and with a rich history along with being steeped in myths and legends, is a great place to visit. The town also has its own Visitor Information Centre where you can pick up free leaflets and get good useful local information. If you want to explore the town on foot why not pick up a guide to the town trail from the Information Centre which will guide you around the main sights? Notable landmarks include Whittington Castle, St. Oswald's Parish Church, Cambrian Railway Museum and Oswestry Museum, which holds collections of artefacts and archives related to Cambrian railway and Oswestry.

Keen walkers will be pleased to hear that the Offas Dyke path is accessible close a few miles from Oswestry. Cycling and horse riding can also be great choices when it comes to discovering some of the best of the Shropshire countryside.

Options when it comes to self-catering accommodation include chalets, apartments, log cabins and cottages. Staying in a holiday home can offer space and comfort superior to that typically available with a hotel stay. If you are looking for a flexible, good value option, why not give self-catering accommodation a try?