Don't forget as Christmas is around the corner you can donate all your preloved items to any one of our @The Rural Charity shops below...
⭐ 7-9 Albion Hill, Oswestry
⭐ 29 High Street, Wem
⭐ 77 Whitchurch Road, Shrewsbury
⭐ 21 High Street, Church Stretton (Furniture)
⭐ 13-15 High Street, Church Stretton (Household)
⭐ 36 Green End, Whitchurch
Click here for more information👇
🌐 https://bit.ly/349jygC
All of us here at the West Mid Showground are thrilled to congratulate Shrewsbury Men’s Shed based here at the showground, for reaching the 2024 Awards finals of the UK Men's Sheds Association! 👏
With record entries from across the UK, this year’s competition is fierce. No matter the outcome at the UK Parliament House of Commons on November 19th, we couldn’t be prouder of our Shedders and the remarkable impact they make in our community.
This recognition is so well deserved - well done!
🎉 Be a Steward at the 150th Shropshire County Show! 🎉
Are you looking to be a part of something special? Join Steward co-ordinator Tim Ryan and volunteer Amy as a steward for our 150th event and experience the show in a unique way!
📅 Event Date: Saturday 24 May 2025
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to volunteer for a 5-hour shift, either from 8am to 1pm or 12:30pm to 5:30pm.
Perks for our stewards:
⭐ A guest ticket to bring a friend or family member to enjoy the show with you when you're not on shift!
⭐ Access to refreshments throughout the day.
⭐ Being part of a fantastic volunteer team!
If you're interested in being a steward and helping us make this milestone event unforgettable, please email below👇
📩 [email protected].
Let’s make this 150th celebration one to remember! 🎊
We have all heard that men don't cry.
Well, we say - cry.
With a lot of men in farming suffering from mental health issues and loneliness, we support our local Shrewsbury Men’s Shed found right here at the showground.
The Men's Shed is pivotal in:
🧍♂️Creating a safe space for men to talk to other men
🧍♂️Teaching and developing new skills that go back into the community through their partnership with The Rural Charity .
🧍♂️Fostering a sense of belonging and friendship that support other men and the local community.
🧍♂️Passing on valuable trades to the younger generation.
Take a minute to hear what Geoff has to say about becoming a member with the Men's Shed.
Last week, we asked you what Deb from The Rural Charity and Geoff from Shrewsbury Men’s Shed have in common.
The answer? An amazing personality! 😀
But more importantly, they work together to help the community through the Rural Charity Grant.
How?
Deb is the manager of the Rural Charity shops where a great team work across seven shops to ensure funds are available to distribute to local community groups through the rural charity grant.
The West Mid Showground is home to The Men's Shed, where skilled members help bring projects to life that have received funding from the Rural Charity grant, like the Clunbury Primary School throne.
So by you donating your goods or purchasing items from your local Rural Charity shop, you are ensuring the cycle of support continues within the community. 🏅
If you're a community interest group in Shropshire looking for support, visit one of the shops below to pick up an application form:
📍 7-9 Albion Hill, Oswestry. Tel: 01691 688650
📍 4 High Street, Ellesmere. Tel: 01691 624021
📍 29 High Street, Wem. Tel: 01939 236559
📍 77 Whitchurch Road, Shrewsbury. Tel: 01743 440067
📍 21 High Street, Church Stretton (Furniture). Tel: 01694 720284
📍 13-15 High Street, Church Stretton (Household). Tel: 07375 983550
📍 36 Green End, Whitchurch. SY13 1AU.
Check out this clip of Deb talking about the amazing work the Rural Charity Grant does in the community!
Let the children sing as 20 primary schools from all over Shropshire come together for a musical extravaganza! 🎶
Organised by Shropshire Music Service Shropshire Sings brings children from the county such as Oswestry, Ludlow, Bridgnorth and Shrewsbury to sing together as one huge choir.
This is an event loved by both parents and children, with everyone involved having a fantastic time!
10th June - 6.30pm - Key Stage 1 & 2
11th June - 6.30pm - Key Stage 1 & 2
12th June - 6.30pm - Key Stage 3+
Tickets are available on the gate for Shropshire County Show today!
Judging is taking place in the @shropshireyfc marquee! Don’t forget to pay a visit tomorrow and see all of their creations!
#shropshireYFC #shropshirecountyshow #agriculture
The showground is looking fantastic ready for #ShropshireCountyShow2024 this Saturday!
One. Just one more week folks!
Bring nothing short of energy as we have an incredible day lined up for you.
Go ahead and see what we have in store for you via the link below👇
https://bit.ly/3y2EWCN