Presteigne is a small town in Powys, Wales, situated on the south bank of the River Lugg and bordering England, offering a quiet, mixed rural‑urban character.
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Presteigne is a town and community in Powys, Wales, situated on the south bank of the River Lugg. It lies on the England–Wales border, which surrounds the town to the north, east and south, giving it a distinctive cross‑border character. The built‑up area had a population of 2,056, while the wider community totals 2,710 residents. Nearby towns include Kington in Herefordshire to the south and Knighton to the north, and surrounding villages such as Norton and Stapleton provide a sense of rural proximity. The town’s setting along the river and its position at the border may offer a quiet, mixed rural‑urban environment with easy access to both Welsh and English amenities. The postal district LD 8 places it within the local postal network, and its coordinates place it inland, away from coastal influences. Residents benefit from a small‑town feel with close ties to surrounding communities.