Removal of Diseased Lime Tree from The Quarry
Shrewsbury Town Council has removed a Lime Tree from the town’s iconic Quarry park after it was found to be suffering from disease and dying from the inside. The tree, part of the historic lime avenue planted by Percy Thrower in the mid-20th century, had deteriorated significantly and posed a potential risk to public safety.…
Outgoing Mayor of Shrewsbury Raises £3,500 for Local Charities During Mayoral Year
Shrewsbury Town Council is proud to announce that the former Mayor Cllr David Vasmer has raised an impressive £3,500 for local charities during his mayoral year from May 2024 to May 2025. The funds will be shared between Omega: Ending Isolation | Ending Loneliness and Shropshire Mental Health Support, two charities close to the former…
Shrewsbury in Bloom: Final Preparations Underway for 2025 Judging Season
Shrewsbury Town Council and Shrewsbury in Bloom are making final preparations to welcome prestigious judges as part of this summer’s regional and national floral competitions. The town will first be assessed on Tuesday 22nd July by judges from the Heart of England in Bloom campaign. This visit forms part of the regional competition and…
Tree Work Around Springfield Mere to Support Aquatic Life
Shrewsbury Town Council’s Countryside and Greenspace Team has this week carried out proactive tree management around the mere at Springfield Recreation Ground. Several willow trees surrounding the water have been re-pollarded to allow more wind to reach the surface of the mere and create a wind tunnel effect. This natural process of wind rippling…
Shrewsbury Town Council Reaffirms Commitment to Tree Safety in the Quarry Park and Dingle
Shrewsbury Town Council wishes to reassure residents and visitors that the safety of everyone using the Quarry Park and Dingle is our top priority. Following the tragic death of a child in another UK park from a fallen tree, the Council has reviewed its tree inspection and management processes to ensure they remain…
Young Shrewsbury Hosts Successful Stay Safe Event in the Quarry
Young Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury Town Council’s youth service, held its second annual Stay Safe social event in the Quarry on Wednesday 25th June, bringing together young people from across the county for a free, fun-filled afternoon focused on mental health and wellbeing. Building on the success of last year’s event—which centred on drug awareness—the 2025…
Shrewsbury Town Council Leads Community in Vital Balsam Pulling Event Along Castle Walk
On Wednesday 24th June, Shrewsbury Town Council coordinated a successful balsam pulling session along the Castle Walk nature trail near the historic Abbey in Shrewsbury, tackling the spread of the invasive Himalayan balsam plant. The event, led by Adam Clifford, the Council’s Countryside Ranger, drew together a committed group of volunteers, including over 15 team…
Shrewsbury’s Greenhouse Open Evening Celebrates Community and Horticultural Excellence
Over 150 residents attended Shrewsbury Town Council’s Weeping Cross Nursery last night for the Greenhouse Open Evening—a vibrant showcase of the town’s preparations for the 2025 Bloom campaign and its entry into the Britain in Bloom UK Finals this summer. The event offered visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the Council’s award-winning horticultural efforts. Nursery…
National Spotlight on Shrewsbury as Town Leaders Meet Government Officials
Senior representatives from Shrewsbury Town Council, Shrewsbury BID, Shrewsbury Market Hall, Shropshire Council and the National Association of British Markets met last week with senior policy advisors at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to champion the future of Shrewsbury’s high streets and explore how national government can better support the town’s growth…
Shrewsbury’s New Mayor takes office with focus on Town Safety and Community Engagement
Shrewsbury has welcomed a new civic leader as Councillor Alex Wagner was officially sworn in as the Mayor of Shrewsbury at the Town Council’s annual meeting on Monday evening. The mayor-making ceremony, held at The Walker Theatre, marked the official handover from outgoing Mayor Councillor David Vasmer, with Councillor Bernie Bentick also appointed as Deputy…
SHREWSBURY CELEBRATES LOCAL HEROES AT 2025 MAYOR’S AWARDS
Shrewsbury’s unsung heroes were once again celebrated on Wednesday night as the town came together for the fifteenth annual Mayor’s Awards, shining a light on the individuals, groups and businesses that make the county town such a vibrant and caring community. Hosted at Shrewsbury Town Football Club on the evening of Wednesday 7th May, the…
Shrewsbury Town Council Announces Results of May 2025 Local Elections
Shrewsbury Town Council is pleased to announce the results of the May 2025 Local Council Elections and to share the newly elected political composition of the Council. Following the elections, the political make-up of Shrewsbury Town Council is as follows: Liberal Democrats – 10 councillors Labour – 4 councillors Green – 2 councillors Reform –…