Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 01686-668313;
www.oldbellmuseum.org.uk
; Arthur St; adult/child £1/50p; 1.30-5pm Wed-Fri & Sun,
10.30am-5pm Sat Easter-Sep)
Set in a 16th-century inn, this local history museum sheds light on
the the town's long history (Montgomery was granted a Royal Charter in 1227, making it
the oldest borough in Wales) and features scale models of the castle, artefacts from excav-
ations, and exhibits on the Cambrian Railway, the local workhouse and construction of
half-timbered buildings.
Sleeping & Eating
Castle Kitchen
( 01686-668795;
www.castlekitchen.org
; 8 Broad St; mains £4-8; 9am-4.30pm Mon-Sat, 11am-4.30pm Sun)
This lovely little deli cafe is perfect for stocking up on picnic supplies for a walk along
Offa's Dyke or a more substantial takeaway to enjoy in the hills. If you have the time, just
sit and relax in the simple cafe over a wonderful selection of soups, breads, sandwiches,
daily specials and, of course, some luscious cakes.
CAFE
£
Ivy House Cafe
( 01686-668746; Church Bank; mains £5-7; 10am-5pm Mon-Sat; )
A warm, homey place with
local art on the walls and a fine line in home baking, Ivy House offers a good selection of
hearty and wholesome classic cafe fare with plenty of choice for vegetarians and not a
chip or sausage in sight.
CAFE
£
HOTEL, RESTAURANT
£££
Checkers
( 01686-669822;
www.thecheckersmontgomery.co.uk
; Broad St; mains £15-26, r from £125; lunch Wed-Sat,
dinner Thu-Sat; )
It's no exaggeration to say that one of the main drawcards of Mont-
gomery is this truly excellent restaurant-with-rooms. Contemporary style and tastes are
underpinned by the best of tradition in both the decor and the food and you'll find modern
art below the old crooked beams and top notch but unfussy classic French cooking on the
menu. With a Michelin star and first-rate service, this place has a loyal fan base so book
ahead. Upstairs, the rooms are simple but luxurious, with extra-comfy beds, L'Occitane
products and blissful bathrooms.
Getting There & Away
Bus X71 runs to Welshpool (17 minutes) and Newtown (21 minutes).
