Welcome to the Offa’s Dyke Association! We are a volunteer-led charity dedicated to conserving, protecting, and sharing the incredible story of Offa’s Dyke across both England and Wales.

Based right at the halfway point in beautiful Knighton, we run a completely self-funded visitor centre and museum. Drop in to enjoy our cozy tea room—complete with panoramic views of the Shropshire Hills—or explore our brand-new exhibition interpreting Offa’s and Wat’s Dykes!

Here is everything you need to plan your trip, support our work, or get in touch.

🌟 What’s On & Visitor Information

• Upcoming Event: Knighton Festival Talk
  • What: Free talk by Professor Keith Ray on his forthcoming book, Offa’s Dyke: A Window on Early Medieval Britain (funded and published by the Offa’s Dyke Association). The talk is part of the Knighton festival of Books, Arts and Music.
  • When: Sunday, 25th October at 11:30 AM
  • Where: Offa’s Dyke Centre
• Exhibitions & Refreshments: Explore our interactive exhibits curated by Professor Keith Ray or relax in our tea room with the best view in town.
• Guidebooks & Maps: Planning to walk the National Trail? Grab essential guidebooks and maps from our Online Shop.
• Trail Parking: Leaving your car with us while you walk?
  • Suggested Donation: £5 per day
  • Booking: Spaces are limited, so please pre-book by emailing us at office@offasdyke.org.uk.
• Venue Hire: Looking for a unique space? On days when the Centre is closed, our venue is available for private events and conferences. Contact oda@offasdyke.org.uk for details.

💚 Get Involved & Support Us

Because we receive no external funding to keep our Centre open, we rely entirely on the generosity of our visitors and community. Here is how you can help:

• Become a Member (£20/year): Your subscription directly funds crucial local archaeology and monument preservation. Discounts are available if you pay by Direct Debit!
• Volunteer with Us: Our friendly volunteers are the heartbeat of our Centre. If you’d like to lend a hand alongside our staff, drop us an email at oda@offasdyke.org.uk for a casual chat.
• Become a Trustee: Help shape our charity’s future! We currently have vacancies on our Board of Trustees. To learn more, reach out directly to our Chairman, Dave McGlade, at oda@offasdyke.org.uk.

📞 Contact Directory

Got a specific question? We’d love to hear from you:

Note: As a registered Charity Incorporated Organisation (No: 1203068), every penny you spend in our shop, tea room, or donate for parking goes directly toward keeping this amazing piece of history alive for generations to come. Thank you for your support!