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- 1st September 2026
Local bands and top comedians are filling up the lineup for Shropshire Oktoberfest, which returns to Shrewsbury’s Quarry on October 2nd and 3rd, 2026.
- 1st September 2026
Residents are being invited to have their say on the next stage of ambitious plans to enhance Shorncliffe Recreation Ground, as Shrewsbury Town Council prepares to launch the second phase of its public consultation.
- 21st August 2026
If you’ve started looking at hot tubs, you’ve probably realised how quickly things open up.
- 13th August 2026
Shropshire Council celebrated the dedication, compassion and achievements of its foster carers at a special Foster Carer Celebration held at Shrewsbury Town Football Club on Friday 3 July.
A South Staffordshire man who has turned a life-changing diagnosis into an inspiring fundraising challenge is being recognised by Shrewsbury Town Council after raising more than £3,500 for Amyloidosis UK.
Residents are being invited to experience an unforgettable evening of theatre, refreshments and community spirit as Fizz & Canapés in The Dingle returns on Friday 4 September, from 6pm to 8pm.
- 6th August 2026
Shropshire Petal Fields returns to Newport this summer on selected dates from August 7th to 16th. It is a joint venture from Shropshire Petals and Shropshire Festivals, turning one of the petal fields into a visitor attraction whilst the blooms are at their best.
Shrewsbury-based charity Little Stars has been awarded funding through Shrewsbury Town Council's new three-year Cost of Living Grant Fund, enabling the organisation to expand its support for local families facing the rising costs of raising children.
More than £2,000 was raised at a garden open weekend to support cancer patients from Shropshire and Mid Wales together with Macmillan professional staff at Shrewsbury and Telford hospitals.
- 28th July 2026
Ahead of Shropshire Petal Fields’ opening in August, there are two live music events planned for the flower field in Newport.