Shrewsbury In Bloom to Compete in RHS Britain in Bloom UK Finals 2025
Shrewsbury is set to shine on the national stage as it has been selected as one of the 44 finalists in the prestigious RHS Britain in Bloom 2025 competition. Representing the Heart of England in Bloom region, Shrewsbury will compete in the Small City & City category against stiff competition...
SHREWSBURY TOWN COUNCIL CELEBRATES STRONG PUBLIC RESPONSE TO CONSULTATION SURVEY
Shrewsbury Town Council has been delighted by the enthusiastic public engagement in its recent survey, which aims to shape future local services. With nearly 800 responses already received, the consultation has garnered significant interest, demonstrating a strong desire for local residents to have their voices heard on key proposals...
Shrewsbury Celebrates a Year of Achievement at Partnership Recognition Event
On Wednesday 22 January, the Hive on Belmont in Shrewsbury hosted a special event to recognise and thank stakeholders whose hard work and dedication contributed to the town's impressive achievements throughout 2024. With representatives from the Town Council, Shropshire Council, Shrewsbury BID, various community groups and businesses in attendance, the...
Shrewsbury Town Council Stepping Up
Shrewsbury Town Council Stepping Up Councillors and Senior Officers of the Town Council have been talking with their counterparts at Shropshire Council regarding Shropshire’s continuing budget pressures. Shropshire Council is facing a financial crisis with more cuts likely in the coming year. These cuts might mean changes to local services,...
Mayor’s Christmas Message 2024
Mayor’s Christmas Message 2024
Shrewsbury Town Council Arranges to Restore the Iconic Scrooge’s Gravestone
Shrewsbury Town Council Arranges to Restore the Iconic Scrooge's Gravestone Following the recent vandalism of the famous gravestone of Ebenezer Scrooge, Shrewsbury Town Council has announced plans to undertake essential repairs to the gravestone which is located in the historic St Chad's Churchyard. The gravestone, which was created as part...
Final Preparations for Christmas Lights Switch-On
Shrewsbury Town Council’s staff are putting the final touches to their preparations for the town’s Christmas Lights event taking place on Wednesday [Nov 20]. The fun starts from 4.30pm in the Square with entertainment for all the family ahead of the all-important countdown to the switch-on of the Christmas Lights...
Academy of Urbanism – The Great Award
Shrewsbury is already known to many as a great town, but this was officially recognised after the town won the prestigious Great Town Ward in a recent national competition. Annually the Academy of Urbanism whose 1600 members include planners, architects, conservation officers and urbanists seeks nominations for their Awards which...
Climate Change Competition Winners STC872 PRESS RELEASE - Shrewsbury Town Council recently held a Climate Change competition as a way to engage with younger members of the town about their views on the climate crisis and what should be done to address this. This competition was publicised to all...
Shrewsbury Remembers D-DAY 80th Anniversary Commemoration
Shrewsbury Remembers - D-Day 80th Anniversary Commemoration STC871 - D-Day 80th Anniversary Commemoration Event
Greenfields Recreation Land
Greenfields Recreation Land PRESS RELEASE Greenfields recreation land bought back by Shrewsbury Town Council for the community A piece of land in Shrewsbury formerly earmarked for housing will soon be able to be enjoyed by the community once again after being bought back by the Town Council. Shrewsbury...
Mayor’s Masquerade Charity Ball
Mayor's Masquerade Charity Ball STC867 2 February 2024 For immediate release PRESS RELEASE MAYOR’S CHARITY BALL 2024 RAISING FUNDS FOR CHARITY Members of the public are invited to attend the Mayor of Shrewsbury’s Charity Ball. The Black and Silver themed Masquerade Ball takes place at Shrewsbury Town Football Club...