by HelenM | Jan 17, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Charity and Community, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, History and Heritage, News
On 15 January 2026, we were delighted to attend a fascinating and thoroughly enjoyable U3A Market Drayton event at the Festival Drayton Centre – Aged to Perfection: The Art and Science of Cheese. Led by Mr Michael D Pinches, a member of the Guilde Internationale des...
by HelenM | Jan 10, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Business, Charity and Community, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, News
As the new year begins, many of us are thinking about fresh starts, healthier habits, and self-care. Fortunately, Market Drayton is full of health and wellbeing opportunities for all ages – from fitness, mindfulness, and creative workshops to massage, holistic...
by HelenM | Nov 19, 2025 | Arts and Culture, Charity and Community, News
Market Drayton lit up in more ways than one on Saturday 15 November 2025, as the town celebrated its much-loved Festival of Lights. This year, the event included a special Colouring Competition, inviting local children to design a festive scene full of colour,...
by HelenM | Aug 25, 2025 | Arts and Culture, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, News, Shops and Markets, Sports and Leisure
Have you ever wanted to be featured as part of Market Drayton’s official promotional images? Here’s your chance! This Wednesday (27th August 2025), we’re bringing the town to life with a fun cycling-themed photo shoot, and we’re looking for local people to get...
by HelenM | Aug 13, 2025 | Arts and Culture, News, Shops and Markets
📅 Saturday 30th August 2025🕙 10am–2pm📍 Locations across Market Drayton (start at the Creative Drayton stall in the indoor market) This summer, Market Drayton is celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of its local artists with a special Artisan Trail. Organised...
by HelenM | Aug 5, 2025 | Arts and Culture, Business, Food and Drink, News
Helen from Make it Market Drayton recently popped down to the Sandbrook Vaults for a friendly chat with Ian Nellins—known as Nelly—a cheerful musician originally from County Armagh, Northern Ireland, who’s been part of the Market Drayton community for many years. Ian...
