Old Oswestry was once the stronghold of the Celtic tribe known as the Cornovii, but earlier this month a new band of citizens took command of its formidable ramparts for the day.

This year's Montgomery Canal Forum will be held at Oswestry Golf Club, Queen's Head, Oswestry SY11 4JJ, a short distance from the canal, on Monday 3rd July, at 2.30pm.