Welcome
Welcome to the website for Wem Rural Parish.
Published by Wem Rural Parish Council, the site is for everyone who lives and works here and for anyone who would like to find out more about our Parish.
Details of what is available on this website:
The names and contact details of our Parish Councillors are listed on the Parish Council section, where you can also find an overview of the aims and objectives of the council, with links to the minutes of meetings for the last two years and the agenda for the upcoming meetings.
Business Leaders
Our next Business Networking Event is on Tuesday 10th September 10am, at Wem Town Council (Wem Library). Everyone welcome.
Quality Gold Award
Wem Rural Parish Council achieves Quality Gold Award.
Annual Return 2023/24
The Annual Report and Annual Return for 2023/24 can be viewed online.
Rural Review
You can read the latest version of the Rural Review here.
Planning Applications
If you’re extending your home it’s essential that you apply for planning BEFORE the building work starts.
Biodiversity
Find out more why biodiversity is important for Wem Rural Parish Council
Reporting Crime
It’s important to report crime regardless of how small it is.
Community Grants Scheme
Find out more about the community groups that Wem Rural Parish Council are supporting in 2024/25
Diary Dates
Defibrillator Awareness Training
We would like as many people as possible to learn how to use the Defibrillators as possible. Please contact the Clerk if you’re interested in attending.
Wem Parish Paths Partnership Walks
Wem Parish Paths Partnership are a small group of volunteers dedicated to the upkeep of public footpaths and rights of way across Wem Parishes.
They are helping to make our beautiful countryside accessible by clearing paths, repairing gates and creating walks. You can download the Walking Guides on their new website here.
News
More than 50 people from local businesses attend networking event in Wem
More than 50 people from local businesses attended a networking event at Wem Town Hall on a Monday evening to hear more about how they can use digital media. This event is part of the economic development project run in partnership with Wem Rural Parish Council and...
Thistleford Bridge road closure for essential bridge maintenance works
The proposed bridge works which will require the closure of Thistleford Bridge which carries a “C classified” road over the River Roden The work is proposed to start on the 1st July 2024 for 2 days. The works will involve repairs to the upstream parapet and approach...
Talking about the Climate for the Great Big Green Week
Parish Councillors from Wem Rural Parish Council, along with several other partners met on Saturday 15th June at Jubilee Square in Wem to talk to residents about climate change. Despite the rain, many free bananas were handed out to visitors and the craft activities...
Keeping safe and well this summer
The Shropshire Carers Support Team has put together a summer wellness guide (attached) so you have information at your fingertips. Download and / or print off the guide for advice on how to keep safe and well during the summer – includes handy links to various...
A Climate Conversation on Saturday 15th June 2024 – The Great Big Green Week
The Great Big Green week is the UK’s biggest ever celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature and communities are invited to take part. Wem Rural Parish Council in partnership with Wem Town Council and Wem Area Climate Action are...
The Importance of Applying for Planning Applications on the Shropshire Council Planning Portal
In Wem Rural Parish, ensuring that all building and development work complies with planning regulations is essential for maintaining the safety, character, and sustainability of our community. Applying for planning on the Shropshire Council Planning Portal to submit...
By letting your grass grow wild, you’re creating a haven for a diverse array of plants, insects, and small creatures.
Together, let’s create spaces where biodiversity thrives!
– Wem Rural Parish Council
BBC Shropshire News Feed
Useful Websites
Can’t find what you’re looking for? It may be you need to look at another website.
To find local facilities and service providers in and around Wem Rural Parish.
Contact Us
Address
The Parish Clerk
4 Bazeley Way
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5QN
Phone
07720 854185
This website is managed by Wem Rural Parish Council. Every effort is made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date although there can be no guarantee of this. The Council will not be held responsible for any loss, damage or inconvenience caused as a result of wrong information on these pages. If you see any information on this website that is incorrect please notify the Parish Clerk.
If you need to report a pothole, litter, fly-tipping or even a planning issue just click on this link and go straight to Shropshire Council’s reporting webpage