Knighton, Powys

Knighton (Welsh: Tref-y-clawdd) is a small market town and community in the county of Powys, Wales that straddles the England–Wales border. It is in the historic county of Radnorshire.

Knighton Welsh: Tref-y-clawdd
Knighton High Street
Knighton
Location within Powys
Population	3,172 (2011 census)
OS grid reference	SO285725
Principal area	Powys
Ceremonial county	Powys
Country	Wales
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Post town	KNIGHTON
Postcode district	LD7
Dialling code	01547
Police	Dyfed-Powys
Fire	Mid and West Wales
Ambulance	Welsh
UK Parliament	Brecon & Radnorshire
List of places UK Wales Powys 52.34°N 3.047°W / 52.34; -3.047

Part of the town, including Knighton railway station, is in Shropshire, England.

At the 2011 census, the town had a population of 3,172 people; 3,007 of which lived in Powys and 140 in Shropshire.

On the last Saturday in August, the town holds an annual Carnival and Show, which attracts visitors from all around the world. Its two parades, one at midday and another around 8 pm, consist of various themed carnival floats with people in fancy dress. The show takes place at the town's showground at Bryn-y-Castell, which is also home to Knighton Town Football Club, Knighton Cricket Club and Knighton Hockey Club.

Twinning

• Varades, France (Since 2009)

Gallery

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  Road sign upon entrance into Knighton
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  The River Teme
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  Knighton Clock Tower
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  Brookside Square