Montgomery is situated just off the A483 between Newtown and Welshpool in Mid Wales within a mile of Offa's Dyke. Originally a walled town the main streets still follow the original mediaeval pattern with an array of interesting historic buildings.
Opened in February 2007 (formerly Indigo Moon) offers an unusual mix of decorative & industrial antiques.
Situated just off the Square in Kerry Street.
A family run hardware store, trading since 1892.
The Little Gallery
Established in April 2012
A gallery/clothes/gift shop - delightfully beautiful things, worth a visit
Established in April 2012
A gallery/clothes/gift shop - delightfully beautiful things, worth a visit
situated on the corner of broad street opposite the Ivy House Cafe
Claudia Lis Ceramics
Montgomery also offers:
A Convenience Store and a Post Office (Broad Street)
St Nicholas Church:
A thirteenth century parish church, boasting a magnificent interior and an impressive canopied Herbert tomb. Also, in the churchyard you can find the "Robbers Grave" (click on link to the right).
The Old Bell Museum:
Housed in a sixteenth century Building the museum contains a delightful array of interesting artifacts about the castle, Montgomery's social history and local archaeological activity.
Town Hall
You will usually find a charity coffee morning in progress most Saturday mornings in the Town Hall
Tourist information
An unusual re-designed telephone box painted in a Wedgewood blue
You will need to walk down the hill and it is situated opposite Claudia Lis' Ceramic Workshop.
Nearby Offa's Dyke:
Part of one of Britains most famous walks is just a short distance from the town.
Offas Dyke is a footpath that runs from the Severn Estuary to the North Wales Coast.
The County War Memorial:
An impressive Obelisk built from Portland Stone and views across to Cader Idris in the West, the Malvern Hills to the south east and the historic Kerry Ridgeway to the South.
Montgomery Castle:
A ruined castle set on a rocky promontory above the town enjoying views of the River Severn and across to the Shropshire hills.
Accommodation in Montgomery Town:
(please click on links below or to the right of the page)
...and just outside the town:
Recreation in Montgomery Town:
Cycle Hire
Movie Club
Important note: Some photographs on this blog have been lifted from various internet sites. I have not given credit as there are too many to note. They will be replaced over time by my own, however if anyone is offended by my use of their photograph(s) and would like it credited or deleted please email me tina@indigomoon.co.uk
9 comments:
What a special place Montgomery is, called in when passing through, lovely shops and cafes and a nice walk to the castle. Will be back in the summer.
Stayed overnight at the Checkers Hotel, everything here is very charming, lovely shops and cafes.
Thanks for all the information about Montgomery on here, i thoroughly enjoyed my visit. Anne
A charming little town with nice shops and cafes - locals are a little odd but it adds to its quirkiness! Bunners is a special place and any of the cafes are good for a coffee - just avoid the Spar and it should be a nice visit. Dave and Janis visiting from Exeter.
Recently rented a cottage at Bishop's Castle and was advised to visit this beautiful old county town. What a shame we unwittingly chose 'Market'day which we thought took the edge off things slightly. However the fabulous Bunners is a real treat for those of us who remember £s /- and d. In fact I fully expected to have to revert to 'old money' transactions. Have to say the Jewel in the Crown for me was the fabulous Aladdin's cave aka 'Indigo Moon'.Fully intend to visit again soon but not on market day which we felt not only lowered the tone of the place but spoiled the ambience somewhat.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Woodward, Pembrokeshire.
Montgomery really is a charming little town but a little bit hidden away. We found it by complete accident. Been travelling through this part of wales for years and had never seen it before, but will definitely visit again. Sharon
Montgomery is a nice town if you want to spend an hour or so there - I've seen the tourist information box aka telephone box which seems a bit of a shambles. If you (by any chance) do find out there is a tourist information point you have to walk down the hill out of town (away from the car parks (opposite direction in fact)to find a very poor leaflet about Montgomery and lots of information about other places! I feel sorry for the businesses in town, it seems that none were involved in the towns "tourism strategy" and they are working hard to get people in. Come on Montgomery get your act together.
I agree with Karen re TIB, couldn't really be bothered to walk down the hill, however, I was persuaded by Indigo Moon to go and to look at the pottery and was glad i did, I walked back up Princes Street and had a coffee at the Ivy House.
Tourist Information! Can't imagine what Montgomery is thinking, it's so out of the way for a start and loads of the same leaflets just folded differently. The only consolation is you get to see Claudia Lis' pottery and Bunners.
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