Where to walk your dog
These local outings offer different terrain and scenery. Dog access rules can change, particularly around wildlife, livestock and protected places.
Easy countryside walkOld Racecourse Common
Where: Racecourse Common, Oswestry
A historic, gently undulating figure-of-eight walk with a route of about 3 km, wide paths and views towards Wales.
Dog access: Open-access common; follow local signs and keep dogs under close control near wildlife and other users.
Check official visitor information ↗Woodland and parklandChirk Castle estate
Where: Chirk, LL14 5AF
National Trust parkland with marked trails, including the Woodland Walk and Old Golf trail.
Dog access: Dogs must be on leads everywhere on the estate; access varies by area and season.
Check official visitor information ↗Historic viewsOld Oswestry Hillfort
Where: North of Oswestry town centre
Historic earthworks with far-reaching views and public walking routes nearby.
Dog access: Keep dogs controlled and follow signs, especially around livestock and sensitive historic areas.
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