Set amid Montgomeryshire rolling verdant hills and wide valley of the River Severn, Welshpool, has over the centuries become a prosperous and bustling market town. The Montgomery canal which came to the town in 1797 is a huge attraction for the town. The lack of activity on the canal has allowed interesting plant species to grow. You can enjoy a trip on the canal at the Montgomery Canal Centre where cruises operate daily. The town centre is a thoroughfare of fine Georgian era architecture and the famous Powis Castle which was built in 1200 is also worthy a visit. For those wanting to explore the Montgomeryshire hills even further you can take the Light Railway journey through the picturesque and verdant Banwy Valley to Llanfair Caereinon.