Aston in the Oswestry postal district is a quiet rural locality with a local arts hub nearby. The British Ironworks Centre & Shropshire Sculpture Park offers a range of metal sculptures and a unique gorilla made of spoons, attracting visitors to the area.
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Aston is a modest locality within the Oswestry district of Shropshire, identified by its postal code SY 11. The area is situated near the A5 road, approximately 3.1 miles (5 km) south east of the town of Oswestry. A notable attraction in the vicinity is the British Ironworks Centre & Shropshire Sculpture Park, which functions as a forge, silversmiths workshop, and sculpture park. The centre showcases a large showroom and is renowned for its safari‑style display of metal sculptures, including a distinctive gorilla crafted entirely from spoons. The park’s collection offers a blend of industrial heritage and contemporary art, providing a cultural focal point for residents and visitors alike. The proximity of this arts centre to Aston highlights the locality’s connection to regional creative activities and its role within the broader Shropshire community.