Community Information
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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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...
Planned Works on the B5476 – Wem to Tilstock
We would like to make you aware of upcoming / planned surface dressing works on the B5476 This site has been identified via a combination of local engineering judgment and asset management data as needing essential maintenance. The site forms part of a countywide...
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Address
The Parish Clerk
4 Bazeley Way
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5QN
Phone
07720 854185
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