Welcome to Gobowen

Gobowen is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated near the Welsh border and is known for its beautiful countryside and historic landmarks. The village has a population of around 3,000 people and is home to a number of local businesses, shops, and amenities.

One of the most notable landmarks in Gobowen is the Orthopaedic Hospital, which is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic hospitals in the country. The hospital provides a range of services, including joint replacement surgery, spinal surgery, and sports injury treatment. The hospital has a long history in the village, having been founded in 1900 by Sir Robert Jones, a pioneering orthopaedic surgeon.

Gobowen is also home to a number of historic buildings, including St. Oswald's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. Other notable buildings in the village include the Old Rectory, which was built in the 17th century, and the Gobowen Central Railway Station, which was opened in 1848 and is now a heritage site. Overall, Gobowen is a charming village with a rich history and plenty of attractions for visitors to enjoy.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 9.1°C

Feels Like: 5.6°C

Wind: 16.8 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Gobowen Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ronan Walsh	School Lane Gobowen Oswestry Shropshire SY11 3LD 01691661343 School Website
Derwen College Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Principal Meryl Green	Whittington Road Gobowen Oswestry Shropshire SY11 3JA 1691661234 School Website
Moreton Hall School Other Independent School Ages:1-18 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Davis	Weston Rhyn Oswestry Shropshire SY11 3EW 1691773671
St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Ms Sue Lovecy	Moors Bank St Martins Oswestry Shropshire SY10 7BD 1691776500 School Website
Weston Rhyn Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Suzi Bray Tracey Derham	Old Chirk Road Weston Rhyn Oswestry Shropshire SY10 7SR 01691773429 School Website
The Meadows Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Morris	Harlech Road Oswestry Shropshire SY11 2EA 01691656080 School Website
Woodside Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Claire Bennett	Gittin Street Oswestry Shropshire SY11 1DT 01691652446 School Website
Whittington C Of E Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Carl Rogers	Station Road Whittington Oswestry Shropshire SY11 4DA 01691662269 School Website
Selattyn C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Ross Edward Shepherd	Glyn Road Selattyn Oswestry Shropshire SY10 7DH 01691659744 School Website
Holy Trinity Church Of England Primary Academy And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Holmes	Middleton Road Oswestry Shropshire SY11 2LF 1691654832 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gobowen Station Road, Gobowen, Shropshire, SY11 3JS 0.08 Miles

Chirk Station Avenue, Chirk, Wrexham, LL14 5LU 2.88 Miles

Ruabon Station Road, Ruabon, Wrexham, LL14 6DL 6.34 Miles

Wrexham Central Island Green Shopping Centre, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL11 7LW 10.59 Miles

Wrexham General Station Approach, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL11 2AA 10.87 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Berwyn Cars Of Gobowen 01691 652000 Meadow View, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3PP 0.25 Miles
Jeff And Burgess Taxis And Minibuses 01691 656367 Tynymorlas, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7LL 1.96 Miles
Oswestry Taxis 01691 658658 6 Parkfields, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7RW 2.07 Miles
Keeley S Kabs 01691 774379 3 Parkfields, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7RW 2.07 Miles
Gobowen Cars 01691 676222 3 Harlech Cl, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2EJ 2.07 Miles
Swan Taxis 01691 773535 Rose Bank Cottage/Church La, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3AN 2.09 Miles
Chirk And District Taxis 01691 773535 Rose Bank Cottage, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3AN 2.09 Miles
Gobowen Taxis 01691 670888 Oswald Road, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1RD 2.40 Miles
Prestige Taxis 01691 656367 Powis Place, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1JU 2.43 Miles
Oswestry Taxis 01691 658658 Tanyard/Oak St, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 1LW 2.47 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Chirk Road Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Gobowen Square Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
West Place Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chirk Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whittington Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ebnal Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meadowbrook Nursing Home Weekday Last Collection:11:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Orthopaedic Hospital P O Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Middle Hengoed Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cross Roads Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hengoed Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rhosygadfa Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
St Martins Moors Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Wern Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Cambrian Medical Practice 01691 652929	Thomas Savin Road Oswestry Shropshire SY11 1GA
The Caxton Surgery 01691 654646	The Caxton Surgery Oswald Road Oswestry Shropshire SY11 1RD
Caxton Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Oswald Road Oswestry SY11 1RD
North Shropshire Pcn 01691 654646	The Caxton Surgery Oswald Road Oswestry Shropshire SY11 1RD
Plas Ffynnon Medical Ctre 01691 655844	Plas Ffynnon Medical Ctre Middleton Road Oswestry Shropshire SY11 2RB

Local Stores

Gobowen
The Cross
Gobowen
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 3JR
01691 661416
Store Website
0.02 miles

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SPAR Chirk
SPAR
16 Church Street
Chirk
Wrexham
LL14 5HA
01691 773354
Store Website
2.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Rhyn Park Vets
Unit 2, Old Tollbar Moors Bank St Martins Oswestry Shropshire SY11 3ER 01691 778589 Website 1.94 miles

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The Market Town Vet
3 Church Street Oswestry Shropshire SY11 2SU 01691 897199 info@themarkettownvet.co.uk Website 2.61 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Park Issa Vets Ltd
Salop Road Oswestry Shropshire SY11 2RL 01691 670 067 parkissavets@gmail.com Website 2.78 miles
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Castle Veterinary Centre
Holyhead Road Chirk Wrexham Clwyd LL14 5EU 01691 774202 Website 2.79 miles

Animals Treated
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Oakwood Veterinary Centre
Babbinswood Farm Whittington Oswestry Shropshire SY11 4PF 01691 679699 oakwoodvets@onetel.com Website 3.21 miles

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Border Veterinary Centre
Maesbury Road Oswestry Shropshire SY10 8HA 01691 670395 Website 3.23 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Ty Mawr Country Park
A Linear Walk In Cefn Mawr Five Miles South Of Wrexham. Ty Mawr Is A 35-Acre Country Park, Situated Between The Cefn Viaduct And The Pontcycyllte Aqueduct. LL14 3PE 5.18 miles Located Off The B5605, Follow The Brown Country Park Signs Off The A483.

Nant Mill Coedpoeth Near Wrexham
8 Rhos Berse Rd Coedpoeth 10.49 miles Coedpoeth On A525 Wrexham To Ruthin Road. Signposted. Turn Left As Soon As You Enter The Village Of Coedpoeth. Follow The Road Until You Get To A Fork In The Road. Entrance To Nant Mill Is On The Right. It Is Owned By The Wrexham Borough Council. See Their Website For Details. It Has A Long And Short Walks. Dogs Are Welcome, Has Pony Trails In The Area. Rangers For Children'S Activities And An Education Centre. Toilets Available For The Disabled. River Runs Along The Path, It Has A Ford, Car Park, Toilets And Shop. Lots Of Other Walks Available.

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Alyn Waters
Perfect For All Sizes. With Plenty Of Benches Along The Way. Cafe And Picnic Areas. Park For The Kids And Parking. Alyn Waters 13.19 miles It Has Two Entrances One In Gwersyltt And One In Llay

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Battlefield
Two Dog Walking Routes, Long And Short. Leading Too Mary Magdalene Church. Free Parking. Scenic, Peaceful. If You Go Through The Church Yard It Leads To Battlefield Farm Shop, Falconry And Cafe. The Cafe Also Serves Outdoor, So Dog Friendly. Shrewsbury Lancashire 16.39 miles

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Nercwys Forest
Moderate Walk 1 Hour Circular Walk With Views At The Top Nercwys Forest Nercwys 16.49 miles

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Bickerton Hill
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Maiden Castle, Bickerton Hill, Cheshire. Bickerton Hill Lies To The South Of The Sandstone Ridge At The Southern Tip Of The Peckforton Hills And Covers Approximately 280 Acres. This Walk Will Provide You With Views Across The Dee Valley To The Welsh Hills. SY14 8LN 17.41 miles From The A534 Between Bulkeley And Barnhill, Take The Turn Onto Long Lane And Then Turn Onto Goldford Lane Where A Little Way Down You Will Find The National Trust Bickerton Hill Car Park.

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

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