Calendar

Feb
6
Tue
Planning Meeting for International Women’s Day @ Horse & Jockey
Feb 6 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
We’d like as many people as possible to come and share ideas and take part in organising a local event for International Women’s Day.
 
This is a public working group and available for everyone to attend.
 
Please support the Horse & Jockey Community Pub by buying refreshments. They are doing a special price of £4.95 for coffee and cake.
 
Many thanks
 
Mar
8
Fri
International Women’s Day 2024 @ Wem Town Hall
Mar 8 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
International Women's Day 2024 @ Wem Town Hall

DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality.

Celebrate local women at this community event. You can view stalls of local business women, hear inspirational talks, crafts and more!

View our website to find out more and get involved.

Mar
16
Sat
The Great British Spring Clean @ The Lowe Noticeboard
Mar 16 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Every year Parish Councillors and Volunteers meet up to pick up litter from areas within the parish.

This year they will be meeting at The Lowe Noticeboard on Saturday 16th March at 10am.

Bin bags and litter pickers will be provided.

Please wear high-viz clothing if you have any.

Come and join Wem Rural Parish Council as we help to clean up our parish

Apr
9
Tue
Annual Parish Meeting @ Edstaston Village Hall
Apr 9 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Wem Rural Parish Council would like to invite you to attend the Annual Parish Meeting. This is your opportunity to meet other parishioners and local councillors and to raise questions, matters of current concern or future ambitions for the Parish.

The theme for this year’s parish meeting is Rural Crime and West Mercia Police will be joining us to share ways to prevent rural crime, listen to any concerns and to remind us about the importance of reporting crime.

5pm – Welcome & refreshments and meet local Parish Councillors

5.30pm – Presentation

6.00pm – Q&A

7.00pm – Finish

As refreshments will be provided please let us know if you will be attending. You can sign up here or contact the Clerk.

 

Jun
15
Sat
Climate Conversation @ Jubilee Square
Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Wem Area Climate Action along with Wem Rural Parish Council are hosting a Climate Conversation event as part of the GREAT BIG GREEN WEEK.

There will be a range of activities to get involved with along with some games so you can find out more about the importance of looking after our environment.

 

Jul
8
Mon
Digital Media Workshop @ Wem Town Hall
Jul 8 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Digital Media Workshop @ Wem Town Hall

Wem Rural Parish Council in partnership with Wem Town Council are delivering a range of training and networking to help support local businesses in North Shropshire.

The next FREE Workshop is all about how local businesses can use digital media to grow their businesses and will be aimed towards small businesses on the high street as well as large companies on the Industrial Estate and many in between.

Local charities and community groups are also invited to attend and skills such as how to use AI to create content, how best to use social media and how to get your website found in search engines.

Monks Estate Agents are kindly sponsoring this event which includes the provision of refreshments.

Spaces are limited and is best if you sign up here.

Sep
10
Tue
Coffee Business Networking @ Wem Town Council
Sep 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Coffee Business Networking @ Wem Town Council

An opportunity for local businesses to network over coffee and pastries.

Bring your business cards and spend time talking with others.

Oct
11
Fri
Health and Wellbeing Fair @ Wem Town Hall
Oct 11 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Health and Wellbeing Fair @ Wem Town Hall

Find our more about local services and groups geared towards maintaining and improving your health and well-being .

You can also find out more about volunteering opportunities

If you provide a health or wellbeing service in Shropshire then we would like to invite to exhibit at the Health and Wellbeing Fair.

Contact the Wem Rural Parish Clerk for more information

Phone: 07720 854185

Email: clerk@wemrural-pc.gov.uk

Sponsored by Freedom Fibre

Nov
25
Mon
Festive Business Networking with Christmas Quiz
Nov 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Festive Business Networking with Christmas Quiz

Wem Town Council and Wem Rural Parish Council have teamed up to host a special Christmas Business Networking Event, offering local businesses the perfect opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen relationships in a festive atmosphere. The event will take place on Monday, 25th November 2024, from 6–8pm at the Horse & Jockey Community Pub in Northwood.

Attendees will enjoy a delicious meal, take part in a fun-filled Christmas quiz and raffle, and even compete for prizes, including the coveted award for the best Christmas jumper! A complimentary drink on arrival adds to the festive cheer, making it the ideal setting to socialise and make meaningful connections with fellow local business owners and entrepreneurs.

This festive gathering is more than just a social event; it’s a chance for businesses to strengthen ties within the community and celebrate the successes of the year. With a fun quiz, raffle, and plenty of holiday cheer, it promises to be a memorable evening.

In order to secure your place, pre-booking is essential. You can reserve your spot by calling 01948 411470 and pre-ordering your meal at a cost of £11.95. Bookings and payments must be made at the Horse & Jockey Community Pub by 18th November to ensure participation.

Organised in partnership with Wem Town Council and Wem Rural Parish Council, this event demonstrates a commitment to supporting local businesses, fostering collaboration, and building a strong local economy. Don’t forget to bring your business cards and holiday spirit as the local business community gathers to celebrate the season and work together toward future success