Montgomeryshire, Historic county in north-central Wales, United Kingdom.
Description
Montgomeryshire is a historic county in north-central Wales with varied terrain of wooded hills and valleys. Mountain ranges form natural boundaries around this region, while rivers and streams cut through its landscape.
History
The area evolved from a Welsh principality into an official county when King Henry VIII reorganized administration in the 16th century. This shift came after Norman occupation and marked an important change in how the region was governed and organized.
Culture
The territory shows traces of early settlement through ancient defensive structures that dot the landscape. Visitors can see how these old sites shaped the way people lived and moved through the region for centuries.
Practical
The area is best explored by car since settlements and attractions are spread across the countryside. A railway line connects the main towns to nearby cities for those traveling longer distances.
Did you know?
An ancient earthwork from the 8th century runs along the eastern border and separated Wales from England. This construction remains visible today and shows how the region's boundary was physically marked long ago.
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Gregynog Hall
10.2 km
Maesmawr Hall
9.4 km
Caersws Roman Forts
9.1 km
Plasau Duon
4.4 km
Church Of St Gwynog/cynog
6.8 km
Church Of St Mary
10.1 km
Church Of St Mary
7.8 km
Church of St.Gwynnog
11.3 km
Saron Chapel
5.9 km
Carno Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Chapel
3.5 km
Cefn Lladron
11.4 km
Pont Llangadfan
11.4 km
Caersws Bridge
9.1 km
St Gwyddelan's Church
9.9 km
Hen Gapel
7.5 km
Garden Bridge
10.2 km
Lychgate of St Cadfan's Church
11.2 km
Machinations
9.3 km
Pont Rhyd-yr-efail
10.6 km
Fountain (north-east)
10.2 km
Fountain (south-west)
10.2 km
Stable and Coach House
10.2 km
Milestone
3.7 km
Bridge in Parkland
10 km
Caersws Railway Station Signal Box
8.8 km
Talgarth
9.5 km
Llwyn-y-brain Roman Fort
9.1 km
Llyn y Tarw
4.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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