by HelenM | Mar 23, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Business, Charity and Community, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, News, Parks and Community Spaces, Shops and Markets, Sports and Leisure
Looking for the perfect place to enjoy Easter this spring? Market Drayton offers a wonderful mix of family fun, outdoor adventures, and traditional celebrations—making it an ideal destination for a memorable day out (or even a full weekend). Whether you’re visiting...
by HelenM | Mar 14, 2026 | Business, Charity and Community, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, News, Parks and Community Spaces, Shops and Markets, Sports and Leisure
As England’s first community-owned farm, Fordhall Organic Farm is more than just a countryside attraction — it’s a story of sustainability, heritage and local pride. And just a short distance from the farm itself, Market Drayton offers the perfect place to begin your...
by HelenM | Mar 6, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Business, Charity and Community, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, History and Heritage, News
Market Drayton has long been known as the Home of Gingerbread, and for more than two centuries this delicious local treat has been part of the town’s story. Whether you’re visiting for a day out, exploring independent shops, or simply looking for something sweet to...
by HelenM | Feb 24, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Business, Charity and Community, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, History and Heritage, News, Shops and Markets
Shropshire is preparing for its biggest ever celebration of local women as International Women’s Day Shropshire 2026 takes place across two inspiring days on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 March, from 10am to 4pm. Held in Wem Town Hall (Friday) and the Festival Drayton...
by HelenM | Feb 21, 2026 | Business, Food and Drink, News
Not the rushed kind. Not the “what’s in the fridge?” version. But the proper one — where the table is set for you, the gravy is already hot, and nobody has to argue about who’s doing the washing up. In Market Drayton, Sunday lunch is still something families build...
by HelenM | Feb 9, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Business, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, News, Shops and Markets, Sports and Leisure
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day this year? Market Drayton offers the ideal mix of culture, food, flowers and thoughtful local shopping to make the day truly special. Whether you’re planning a traditional afternoon tea, a relaxed family lunch, a...
