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The parish was formed in 1900 when the original large Wem Parish was divided into two, separating the now Wem Rural Parish from the more urban Wem Town Parish which lies at its centre. The parish of Wem Rural consists of several small hamlets joined together by a network of mostly minor roads, which meander their way through the district.
There are three ‘Wards’ (or districts) that make up Wem Rural Parish:
Edstaston Ward
To the north and north east of Wem town – containing the hamlets of Coton, Cotonwood, Creamore Bank, Edstaston, Paddolgreen, Quina Brook and Ryebank.
Newtown Ward
To the north and north west of Wem town – containing the hamlets of Newtown, Northwood, Poolhead and Wolverley.
Roden Ward
To the west, south and east of Wem town – containing the hamlets of Aston, Barkers Green, Horton, Lacon, Lowe, Palms Hill, Tilley and Trench.
(An extract from the Community Plan)
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Merry Christmas from Wem Rural Parish Council
Huw Edwards, Chair of Wem Rural Parish Council would like to thank everyone that has helped support the work that we do in the community and we look forward to seeing you all in the New Year. “Thank you all for your commitment and support in 2024 for all the good work...
Monthly Community Drop-Ins in Wem Rural – Building Connections, Strengthening Community
Wem Rural Parish Council is delighted to announce monthly community drop-ins at Edstaston Village Hall, starting on 15th January 2025. Held on the third Wednesday of every month from 10 am to 12 noon, these events aim to bring residents together while providing access...
Preparing Your Home and Garden for Winter
As winter approaches, it's the perfect time to start getting your home and garden ready for the colder months. Whether it's ensuring your home stays warm, preparing your garden to support wildlife, or managing local flooding risks, there are many simple steps you can...
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The Parish Clerk
4 Bazeley Way
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5QN
Phone
07720 854185
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