In the 2011 census, the community of Montgomery had a population of 1295.
History
The town was established around a Norman stone castle on a crag. The castle had been built in the early 13th century to control an important ford over the nearby River Severn and replaced an earlier motte and bailey fortification at Hendomen, one mile away. An important supporter of King William I (the Conqueror), Roger de Montgomery, originally from Montgomery in the Pays d'Auge in Normandy, was given this part of the Welsh Marches by William and his name was given to the town surrounding the castle.
Powys covers the historic counties of Montgomeryshire and Radnorshire, most of Brecknockshire (Breconshire), and a small part of Denbighshire — an area of 5,179km² (2,000 sq miles), making it the largest county in Wales by land area.
Most of Powys is mountainous, with north-south transport being difficult.
The majority of the Powys population lives in villages and small towns. The largest towns are Newtown, Ystradgynlais, Brecon, and Welshpool with populations of 12,783, 9,004, 7,901 and 6,269 respectively (2001). Powys has the lowest population density of all the principal areas of Wales.
Betsan Powys, political journalist and editor for BBC Wales
Of the five people above, the first four are descended from the same family that was clearly found in Ludlow, Shropshire in the sixteenth century. There is evidence, but not strong, from the seventeenth century that the Ludlow Powyses came from Cockshot, also in Shropshire, see the unpublished 1662/3 Visitation of Shropshire in the College of Arms. The Cockshot Powyses (and Powis and Powes, etc.) are to be found in public records from the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, see charters in Shropshire Record Office. There are other families of Powis who also are probably descended from this Cockshot outpost. While it is attractive to see all these Powys/Powis/Powes as descended from Wales, there is as yet no clear evidence to support this.
Formerly the county town of Montgomeryshire, Montgomery is now part of Powys. The 2011 census listed the population at just 1295 people - nonetheless there are a few shops in the square (Broad Street). As well as a convenience store there is a Post Office, chip shop and one or two others. Just one mile inside the border with England it is a quiet and rather sleepy little town, mainly due to being off the beaten track
Those feeling fit can take a shortish if slightly stiff climb to the Castle, or alternatively just use the car (NB: the car park gets locked at around 6pm, so best check before you leave it there!)
From the Castle there is another rather pleasant ramble to the top of Town Hill where the monument is to be found - I think its official name is something like 'County War Memo...
published: 30 Jan 2017
Town Hill County War Memorial, Montgomery, Powys
Town Hill County War Memorial and 360° view of the surrounding Mid Wales hills from above Montgomery
published: 30 Jan 2024
Harriet, Lola and I go to Montgomery in Wales
I have teamed up yet again with the lovely Harriet and Lola to explore the wonderful town of Montgomery in Wales. As well as the fabulous Georgian square, proud town hall, amazing views, we are hunting out two curiosities which fascinate me. The first is the Robber's Grave with its peculiar legend. The second is the remaining structure from the town's gaol.
There is a second part to this trip in which Harriet, Lol and I, visit the fabulous ruins of Montgomery Castle. Do check that out.
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published: 21 Nov 2018
Montgomery Castle Powys Mid Wales - From the sky
The rebuilding of Montgomery Castle in stone was commenced in the late summer of 1223 on the 16th birthday of Henry III of England, a mile to the south-east of the original site. Its architect was Hubert de Burgh, who also rebuilt Skenfrith Castle, Grosmont Castle and White Castle in the Welsh Marches. From 1223 until 1228 masons worked solidly building the entire inner ward, or donjon as it was then known, on a great rock above the later town of Montgomery. This work consisted of the gatehouse, two D-shaped towers and the apartments which crowded around the curtain wall of the inner ward. After an unsuccessful attack by Prince Llywelyn ab Iorwerth in 1228, the middle and outer wards were added; another attack in 1233 resulted in damage to the well tower, which had to be subsequently repai...
published: 27 Nov 2022
Property For Sale at Montgomery, Powys
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published: 24 Mar 2020
Offa's Dyke, Montgomery, Powys
A well preserved 1200 year old section of Offa's Dyke near the town of Montgomery in Powys, mid Wales. This boundary is 177 miles long, much longer than Hadrian's at 84 miles or the Antonine Wall at 63 miles.
published: 16 Nov 2018
Property For Sale at Montgomery, Powys
published: 24 Jun 2021
Montgomery in Wales.
published: 29 Apr 2022
Property For Sale at Montgomery, Powys
published: 16 Jul 2021
Property For Sale at Montgomery, Powys
Please click on the following link to view the full details - https://www.mccartneys.co.uk/properties/12891809/sales
Formerly the county town of Montgomeryshire, Montgomery is now part of Powys. The 2011 census listed the population at just 1295 people - nonetheless there are...
Formerly the county town of Montgomeryshire, Montgomery is now part of Powys. The 2011 census listed the population at just 1295 people - nonetheless there are a few shops in the square (Broad Street). As well as a convenience store there is a Post Office, chip shop and one or two others. Just one mile inside the border with England it is a quiet and rather sleepy little town, mainly due to being off the beaten track
Those feeling fit can take a shortish if slightly stiff climb to the Castle, or alternatively just use the car (NB: the car park gets locked at around 6pm, so best check before you leave it there!)
From the Castle there is another rather pleasant ramble to the top of Town Hill where the monument is to be found - I think its official name is something like 'County War Memorial'. There are superb views to be found from here. You will however notice that the monument seems designed for some adornment atop of it, and puzzlingly there isn't anything
For further information:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montgomery,_Powys
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montgomery_Castle
http://www.midwalesmyway.com/town-hill-montgomery
http://www.montgomery-wales.co.uk/visiting/things.html
Formerly the county town of Montgomeryshire, Montgomery is now part of Powys. The 2011 census listed the population at just 1295 people - nonetheless there are a few shops in the square (Broad Street). As well as a convenience store there is a Post Office, chip shop and one or two others. Just one mile inside the border with England it is a quiet and rather sleepy little town, mainly due to being off the beaten track
Those feeling fit can take a shortish if slightly stiff climb to the Castle, or alternatively just use the car (NB: the car park gets locked at around 6pm, so best check before you leave it there!)
From the Castle there is another rather pleasant ramble to the top of Town Hill where the monument is to be found - I think its official name is something like 'County War Memorial'. There are superb views to be found from here. You will however notice that the monument seems designed for some adornment atop of it, and puzzlingly there isn't anything
For further information:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montgomery,_Powys
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montgomery_Castle
http://www.midwalesmyway.com/town-hill-montgomery
http://www.montgomery-wales.co.uk/visiting/things.html
I have teamed up yet again with the lovely Harriet and Lola to explore the wonderful town of Montgomery in Wales. As well as the fabulous Georgian square, proud...
I have teamed up yet again with the lovely Harriet and Lola to explore the wonderful town of Montgomery in Wales. As well as the fabulous Georgian square, proud town hall, amazing views, we are hunting out two curiosities which fascinate me. The first is the Robber's Grave with its peculiar legend. The second is the remaining structure from the town's gaol.
There is a second part to this trip in which Harriet, Lol and I, visit the fabulous ruins of Montgomery Castle. Do check that out.
My videos are funded 100% by people like you. If you enjoy them, please help me make more:
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I have teamed up yet again with the lovely Harriet and Lola to explore the wonderful town of Montgomery in Wales. As well as the fabulous Georgian square, proud town hall, amazing views, we are hunting out two curiosities which fascinate me. The first is the Robber's Grave with its peculiar legend. The second is the remaining structure from the town's gaol.
There is a second part to this trip in which Harriet, Lol and I, visit the fabulous ruins of Montgomery Castle. Do check that out.
My videos are funded 100% by people like you. If you enjoy them, please help me make more:
https://www.paypal.me/RichardVobes
I am Richard Vobes, the Bald Explorer, exploring Britain. Check out my website at: http://www.Vobes.com and http://www.BaldExplorer.com.
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You can also Support me via Patreon here: http://www.Patreon.com/RichardVobes or Donate at http://www.BaldExplorer.com
------------------------------------------
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The rebuilding of Montgomery Castle in stone was commenced in the late summer of 1223 on the 16th birthday of Henry III of England, a mile to the south-east of ...
The rebuilding of Montgomery Castle in stone was commenced in the late summer of 1223 on the 16th birthday of Henry III of England, a mile to the south-east of the original site. Its architect was Hubert de Burgh, who also rebuilt Skenfrith Castle, Grosmont Castle and White Castle in the Welsh Marches. From 1223 until 1228 masons worked solidly building the entire inner ward, or donjon as it was then known, on a great rock above the later town of Montgomery. This work consisted of the gatehouse, two D-shaped towers and the apartments which crowded around the curtain wall of the inner ward. After an unsuccessful attack by Prince Llywelyn ab Iorwerth in 1228, the middle and outer wards were added; another attack in 1233 resulted in damage to the well tower, which had to be subsequently repaired and re-roofed.
Montgomery was granted a Royal Charter in 1227, making it the oldest borough in Wales, and in 1267 hosted negotiations for the Treaty of Montgomery, where Henry III granted Llywelyn ap Gruffudd the title of Prince of Wales. In December 1282, the castle garrison formed part of the army that defeated and killed Llywelyn at the Battle of Orewin Bridge.
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The rebuilding of Montgomery Castle in stone was commenced in the late summer of 1223 on the 16th birthday of Henry III of England, a mile to the south-east of the original site. Its architect was Hubert de Burgh, who also rebuilt Skenfrith Castle, Grosmont Castle and White Castle in the Welsh Marches. From 1223 until 1228 masons worked solidly building the entire inner ward, or donjon as it was then known, on a great rock above the later town of Montgomery. This work consisted of the gatehouse, two D-shaped towers and the apartments which crowded around the curtain wall of the inner ward. After an unsuccessful attack by Prince Llywelyn ab Iorwerth in 1228, the middle and outer wards were added; another attack in 1233 resulted in damage to the well tower, which had to be subsequently repaired and re-roofed.
Montgomery was granted a Royal Charter in 1227, making it the oldest borough in Wales, and in 1267 hosted negotiations for the Treaty of Montgomery, where Henry III granted Llywelyn ap Gruffudd the title of Prince of Wales. In December 1282, the castle garrison formed part of the army that defeated and killed Llywelyn at the Battle of Orewin Bridge.
As always, commissions to [email protected] - enjoy the video
www.design-vice.co.uk
A well preserved 1200 year old section of Offa's Dyke near the town of Montgomery in Powys, mid Wales. This boundary is 177 miles long, much longer than Hadrian...
A well preserved 1200 year old section of Offa's Dyke near the town of Montgomery in Powys, mid Wales. This boundary is 177 miles long, much longer than Hadrian's at 84 miles or the Antonine Wall at 63 miles.
A well preserved 1200 year old section of Offa's Dyke near the town of Montgomery in Powys, mid Wales. This boundary is 177 miles long, much longer than Hadrian's at 84 miles or the Antonine Wall at 63 miles.
Formerly the county town of Montgomeryshire, Montgomery is now part of Powys. The 2011 census listed the population at just 1295 people - nonetheless there are a few shops in the square (Broad Street). As well as a convenience store there is a Post Office, chip shop and one or two others. Just one mile inside the border with England it is a quiet and rather sleepy little town, mainly due to being off the beaten track
Those feeling fit can take a shortish if slightly stiff climb to the Castle, or alternatively just use the car (NB: the car park gets locked at around 6pm, so best check before you leave it there!)
From the Castle there is another rather pleasant ramble to the top of Town Hill where the monument is to be found - I think its official name is something like 'County War Memorial'. There are superb views to be found from here. You will however notice that the monument seems designed for some adornment atop of it, and puzzlingly there isn't anything
For further information:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montgomery,_Powys
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montgomery_Castle
http://www.midwalesmyway.com/town-hill-montgomery
http://www.montgomery-wales.co.uk/visiting/things.html
I have teamed up yet again with the lovely Harriet and Lola to explore the wonderful town of Montgomery in Wales. As well as the fabulous Georgian square, proud town hall, amazing views, we are hunting out two curiosities which fascinate me. The first is the Robber's Grave with its peculiar legend. The second is the remaining structure from the town's gaol.
There is a second part to this trip in which Harriet, Lol and I, visit the fabulous ruins of Montgomery Castle. Do check that out.
My videos are funded 100% by people like you. If you enjoy them, please help me make more:
https://www.paypal.me/RichardVobes
I am Richard Vobes, the Bald Explorer, exploring Britain. Check out my website at: http://www.Vobes.com and http://www.BaldExplorer.com.
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The rebuilding of Montgomery Castle in stone was commenced in the late summer of 1223 on the 16th birthday of Henry III of England, a mile to the south-east of the original site. Its architect was Hubert de Burgh, who also rebuilt Skenfrith Castle, Grosmont Castle and White Castle in the Welsh Marches. From 1223 until 1228 masons worked solidly building the entire inner ward, or donjon as it was then known, on a great rock above the later town of Montgomery. This work consisted of the gatehouse, two D-shaped towers and the apartments which crowded around the curtain wall of the inner ward. After an unsuccessful attack by Prince Llywelyn ab Iorwerth in 1228, the middle and outer wards were added; another attack in 1233 resulted in damage to the well tower, which had to be subsequently repaired and re-roofed.
Montgomery was granted a Royal Charter in 1227, making it the oldest borough in Wales, and in 1267 hosted negotiations for the Treaty of Montgomery, where Henry III granted Llywelyn ap Gruffudd the title of Prince of Wales. In December 1282, the castle garrison formed part of the army that defeated and killed Llywelyn at the Battle of Orewin Bridge.
As always, commissions to [email protected] - enjoy the video
www.design-vice.co.uk
A well preserved 1200 year old section of Offa's Dyke near the town of Montgomery in Powys, mid Wales. This boundary is 177 miles long, much longer than Hadrian's at 84 miles or the Antonine Wall at 63 miles.
In the 2011 census, the community of Montgomery had a population of 1295.
History
The town was established around a Norman stone castle on a crag. The castle had been built in the early 13th century to control an important ford over the nearby River Severn and replaced an earlier motte and bailey fortification at Hendomen, one mile away. An important supporter of King William I (the Conqueror), Roger de Montgomery, originally from Montgomery in the Pays d'Auge in Normandy, was given this part of the Welsh Marches by William and his name was given to the town surrounding the castle.
Caption ...Getty Images) ... Wales ... Chartists Cave, Powys ... MontgomeryCastle, Powys. Located in the small town of Montgomery, in Powys, Montgomery Castle is one of the best places to visit if you want to discover beautiful views over the Welsh countryside ... ....
Vineyards in Wales have been flourishing in recent years ... Averaging about 3,000 bottles a year, it is unlikely the project broke even ... Award-winning grower Woody Lennard, of Montgomery Vineyard in Powys farms five acres. He said ... She said ... ....
The 33-mile Montgomery canal runs from Newtown in Powys to Shropshire and originally carried limestone from Welsh quarries to fertilise farmland before it was abandoned in 1944... Powys county council, a ...
In the south west, Dyfed-PowysPolice attended the recycling fire in Waterstone and asked motorists to avoid ... In mid Wales there was a fire near the main road between Welshpool and Montgomery, in Powys.