The old market town of Knighton lies on the border of England and Wales on the banks of the River Teme. The Weslh name for town, Tref –y- Clawdd translting as the town on the dyke whilst the English name of Knighton is said to be derived from settlement of the knights, and both interpretations are correct. Located in Mid Wales the town of Knighton straddles the border between England and Wales, where Powys meets Shropshire and has an historic past located around mid way along Offa’s Dyke Path – its close association with the town is evident after years of lobbying it is a designated National Trail with a dedicated information centre that is enjoyed by thousands of visitors every year. If you spend time in Knighton then it is worth exploring the narrow streets where there are many traditional, and local shops, and there is the market which is still held today around the clock tower. From the top of the hill you will see how the town grew down the hill, originally established close to the castle at the top as confidence and the town both grew it stretched down the hill. Today Knighton is not just for ramblers to enjoy, take time to visit this interesting town and to enjoy the hospitality that it has to offer.
Cottage
Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
Activities
Border Kart Racing / Kinsham Raceway(Motor Sports)
Places to Stay near Knighton
Knighton Hotel (0.19 miles)
For business or pleasure The Knighton Hotel has much to offer. Situated on the Welsh Border, in the beautiful County of Powys, The Knighton Hotel is within easy driving ... More
Horse & Jockey (0.21 miles)
Originally a 14th century coaching inn, the Horse & Jockey offers a warm and friendly atmosphere, owned by the same family since 1989. Situated in Knighton town, close to the Offa's Dyke Centre, the inn offers ... More | visit websiteCastle Inn (2.25 miles)
This small and friendly guest house is situated in an imposing 16th century stone-built building, ideally located in the heart of the Teme Valley in Wales on the English border. Castle Inn ... More
Norton Manor Hotel (3.69 miles)
Norton Manor Hotel is a Victorian Manor House built in 1858. It became the home of 1st Baronet of Radnorshire Sir Richard Green-Price and his extensive family. Sir Richard owned ... More
The Baron at Bucknell (4.27 miles)
The Bothy (5.22 miles)
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In an area of outstanding natural beauty, this historic 18th century, Grade II listed cottage stands in the centre of the charming village of Clun, just a ... More
Radnorshire Arms Hotel (5.33 miles)
The Radnorshire Arms is a warm and welcoming, family run hotel which lies at the heart of the old county town of Radnorshire, Presteigne (Llanandras in Welsh, meaning 'the church ... More
The Crown Inn (6.53 miles)
The Crown Inn (6.53 miles)
The Crown, a 17th Century Drovers Inn is located in the Clun Valley, within half a mile of the Offa's Dyke path & app. 3˝ miles from the historic town ... More
The Quarry House (6.62 miles)
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