One of Welshpool’s oldest pubs has found a new owner after being closed for some time.

The Talbot Inn, located on Welshpool's High Street, has finally found a new owner after an extended closure and several months on the market.

Michelle Youens, from Oswestry, revealed via social media that she had bought the Grade 2 listed building, calling the purchase her “next adventure”.

The 16th century pub was put on the market by its owners Admiral Taverns in June 2023 as a freehold as it initially looked for offers in the region of £250,000.

However, after several months on the market the pub struggled to find a buyer, eventually having its price slashed. In January of this year, the pub’s price was dropped to £195,000, more than a 20 per cent below the initial price.

Writing on social media, the new owner said: “I’m excited to share with you my next adventure. I’m now the very proud owner of this gorgeous 16th Century pub in Welshpool. It’s full of character and charm and I feel privileged to be part of its history.

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“It’s the oldest pub in Welshpool, built back when William Shakespeare was alive.

“Also, The Talbot Inn, allegedly has a resident ghost, which I’m excited to meet. I just hope our spirits get on.

“It has a huge outside area that is already equipped for live music so I intend on getting this rockin’ very soon.”

The pub dates back over 400 years and has retained many of its original features, only being expanded and increased in height during the 18th century.

Estate Agents Sidney Phillips, who handled the sale, described the historic pub on the High Street in Welshpool as offering “two good bars, a games room, excellent trade garden and spacious accommodation at first floor”.