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The Great Britain Guide

Villages · West Midlands

Ellesmere

In or near Bagley.

Ellesmere — a village in wales north.

Ellesmere Methodist Church - geograph.org.uk - 4584718

Jonathan Hutchins — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Gobowen · 9.5 km

About

A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.

Photo gallery

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Place summary

Ellesmere is a village located in North Wales with a population of 3,686. It features a mix of local amenities and historical sites typical of Welsh villages. The area is characterised by its scenic landscapes and proximity to natural attractions. Visitors can explore the local community and enjoy the tranquil environment.

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Coordinates
52.9084, -2.8981
District
Shropshire
Parish
Ellesmere Urban
Postcode
SY12 0BD
Parliamentary constituency
North Shropshire
Population
3,686
Nearest railway station
Gobowen9.5 km

Sources

Other places nearby

Nearby

Ellesmere, pre-Worboys sign at junction of Willow Street and Brownlow Road - geograph.org.uk - 4584736📷 5

Museums · West Midlands

Ellesmere, Shropshire

Ellesmere ( ELZ-meer) is a town in the civil parish of Ellesmere Urban, in Shropshire, England; it is located near to the Welsh border, the towns of Oswestry and Whitchurch, and the Welsh city of Wrex

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Autumn Sunrise, Canal Basin, Ellesmere, Shropshire - geograph.org.uk - 1056997📷 5

Natural landmarks · West Midlands

Lakelands Academy

Lakelands Academy — a school heritage in wales-north, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
St Mary's Church, Ellesmere📷 3

Historic churches · West Midlands

St Mary's Church, Ellesmere

St Mary's Church, Ellesmere — church in Ellesmere, Shropshire, England, UK.

FreeGrade Iellesmere.org.uk
Ellesmere Castle📷 3

Castles · West Midlands

Ellesmere Castle

Ellesmere Castle — motte-and-bailey castle in Ellesmere Urban, Shropshire, England, UK.

Free👶ellesmere.info
Rainbow over Llangollen canal - geograph.org.uk - 4656549📷 3

Historic bridges · North Wales

Bridge Number 60 (Stanks Bridge)

Bridge Number 60 (Stanks Bridge) — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-north, United Kingdom.

Free🐕
Neo-Gothic tower at Oteley - geograph.org.uk - 6348186📷 3

Memorials & monuments · West Midlands

Tower At Ngr Sj 41066 34863

Tower At Ngr Sj 41066 34863 — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-north, United Kingdom.

Free🐕

Where to eat & stay near Ellesmere

Places to stay

Commercial units in Ellesmere Business Park - geograph.org.uk - 5928823📷 5

Caravan parks · West Midlands

Newnes Touring Caravan Park

Newnes Touring Caravan Park — a caravan park in wales north.

Freethenewnes.co.uk
Criftins Parish Hall - geograph.org.uk - 6525566📷 5

Caravan parks · West Midlands

Gadlas Park Holiday Cabins

Gadlas Park Holiday Cabins — a caravan park in wales north.

Croeso i Gymru - Welcome to Wales - geograph.org.uk - 6120957📷 5

Caravan parks · West Midlands

The Trotting Mare Caravan Park

The Trotting Mare Caravan Park — a caravan park in wales north.

Cast-iron bridge parapet - geograph.org.uk - 6439109📷 5

Campsites · West Midlands

Trench Farm Fisheries

Trench Farm Fisheries — a campsite in wales north.

Hampton Bank Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 7799677📷 5

Campsites · West Midlands

Hampton Bank Farm Campsite

Hampton Bank Farm Campsite — a campsite in wales north.

Coleg Derwen, Ashdale House - geograph.org.uk - 6367521📷 5

Caravan parks · North West England

Rosedale Caravan Park

Rosedale Caravan Park — a caravan park in wales north.

Places to eat & drink

The Leaking Tap inn, Cockshutt - geograph.org.uk - 4267437📷 7

Historic pubs · West Midlands

The Woodcock Inn

The Woodcock Inn in Wales North, United Kingdom.

Gledrid Bridge, Llangollen Canal - geograph.org.uk - 5868988📷 5

Restaurants · North Wales

The Poachers

The Poachers — a restaurant in wales north.

Oswestry Library - geograph.org.uk - 8200996📷 5

Historic pubs · North Wales

Butcher's Arms Public House

Butcher's Arms Public House in Wales North, United Kingdom.

The Duke of Wellington, Ruabon - geograph.org.uk - 6147400📷 5

Historic pubs · North Wales

Bridge End Inn

Bridge End Inn in Wales North, United Kingdom.

Freebridgeendruabon.com
High Street, Wem - geograph.org.uk - 6891493📷 5

Restaurants · West Midlands

Paradise Lounge

Paradise Lounge — a restaurant in wales north.

The White Lion📷 3

Historic pubs · West Midlands

The White Lion

The White Lion — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.

Free🐕joulesbrewery.co.uk

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Farmhouses at Marchington Woodland - geograph.org.uk - 2119551📷 5

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ellesmere?
Ellesmere is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY12 0BD), in the parish of Ellesmere Urban.
What is Ellesmere?
Ellesmere — a village in wales north.
How do I get to Ellesmere?
The nearest railway station is Gobowen, about 9.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY12 0BD.
How do I get to Ellesmere?
Drivers can navigate to postcode SY12 0BD. It sits within the North Shropshire parliamentary constituency.