Shrewsbury based singer songwriter Vincent Whyte will release his new album Wallflower Swan Songs in June.

Footfall in Shrewsbury town centre out-performed the national average as shoppers returned to support their local traders in the first week of reopening.

The sun was shining and tills were ringing as shops welcomed customers back following the latest easing of national restrictions.

Shrewsbury town centre is set to be bright and colourful, with live music and outdoor events providing a safe and enjoyable experience over the summer.

Retailers in Shrewsbury are being offered some expert tips to help them “hit the ground running” when shoppers return to the town centre.

The opportunities for promoting Shrewsbury on the national stage will be discussed at the opening event of the Shrewsbury Big Town Plan Festival.

This year’s annual Shropshire Handmade and Creative Christmas Gift Fair will move outdoors at the Love2Stay resort in Shrewsbury this weekend, December 12 and 13, to comply with Covid-19 rules.

Shrewsbury Recovery Taskforce, made up of Shropshire Council, Shrewsbury Town Council and Shrewsbury BID, says that safety remains a top priority as many town centre businesses prepare to re-open in December.

People are being urged not to forget their local high street during the lockdown, with essential shops still open, and others running “alternative shopping” services.

A campaign to promote Shrewsbury as a vibrant and safe destination over the summer will continue throughout autumn and winter.