Welcome to Newtown, Powys
Set on the River Severn, Newtown is a friendly market town with stories stretching from its medieval origins to today’s creative community.
Visitors come here to enjoy riverside walks, galleries, independent shops, cafés, and nearby countryside.
Whether you are planning a day trip or a longer stay, you’ll find plenty to explore.
Discover local history at our museums, spend an hour in the markets, follow trails along the river and canal, or take in the town’s welcoming places to eat and drink.
See new, do new, try new in Newtown.
Discover Newtown
If you’re visiting Newtown for the first time, explore what there is on offer – from heritage trails to outdoor activities, there is something for everyone.
Our Newtown
From local community groups to monthly activities, find out about what’s happening as a local.
Your Town Council
Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council is the largest of its kind in Powys, find out more about your Town Council, Councillors and what your Town Council does.
Walking Newtown
Newtown, Powys, in the heart of mid-Wales on the banks of the River Severn, is set in some of Britain’s most attractive countryside. Why not explore it through our Walking Newtown routes.
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Walking Newtown
Explore miles of beautiful countryside with our mapped-out trails.
Heritage Trail
Follow the trail to learn about local characters and places that have shaped the town.
Twinning Association
Find out more about the Newtown & Les Herbiers twinning.
Diving into the Numbers
The combined population of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn
Charter to establish as a New town
The year the Social reformer and industrial pioneer Robert Owen was born in Newtown
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Dog Fouling in Newtown – Please Help Keep Our Town Clean
Residents and visitors in Newtown have long raised concerns about the ongoing issue of dog fouling. Dog waste on our streets is not only unpleasant but also poses health risks to both people and animals. We kindly remind all dog owners to be responsible and make use...
Autumn Litter Picks: Join the Tidy Newtown Campaign This October
Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council is proud to announce the Autumn Litter Picks, running from Monday 20th to Saturday 25th October 2025, as part of the ongoing Tidy Newtown initiative. Following the success of our spring campaign, this autumn we’re once again...
Newtown Food Festival 2025: A Weekend of Flavour, Fun, and Community Spirit
What a weekend! The Newtown Food Festival 2025 was a vibrant celebration of everything that makes our town so special - delicious food, fantastic music and a welcoming atmosphere that brought thousands of people together. Held on the Town Hall Grounds over the weekend...