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 Newtown is an ancient market town in
the heart of the magnificent Montgomeryshire countryside nestling
on the banks of the River Severn, surrounded by stunning landscapes. |
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Newtown
- Travel by coach - If you'd like to speak
to someone about your journey you can ring Traveline on 0871
200 22 33. |
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Newtown -
Travel by road - Newtown is on the A 489. A nearby
large town is Welshpool. Newtown is about 80 miles from BIRMINGHAM. |
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Newtown -
Travel by train - Newtown Station, Old
Kerry Road, Newtown, Powys, SY16 1BP. Only parts of station step
free access. |
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Newtown -
Sport - Maldwyn Leisure Centre, Plantation
Lane, Newtown, Powys, SY16 1LH. Tel: 01686 628771. |
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Newtown
- Shopping - Newtown is situated on the
main Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth train route and has a well established
manufacturing base, offering a range of attractive shopping opportunities. |
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Newtown
- Entertainment and attractions - Newtown
is probably best known for its famous sons, Robert Owen, the
founder of the Co-Operative movement. |
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Newtown
- Other information - Montgomery Castle
(Photo right), Castle Hill, Montgomery, Powys. Montgomery Waterway Restoration Trust. Tel: 01978
761315. Dolforwyn Castle, Dolforwyn, Powys.
Powis Castle & Garden (Photo left), Welshpool, Powys SY21
8RF. Tel: 01938 551929. |
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