by HelenM | Sep 16, 2026 | News
Market Drayton’s Volunteers Fair brought charities, community organisations, volunteers and local young people together for a day celebrating the huge amount of voluntary work taking place across the town. Held at the Festival Drayton Centre, the event was a chance to...
by HelenM | Sep 7, 2026 | Charity and Community, News
Market Drayton was looking a little brighter after another fantastic turnout for the town’s Community Litter Pick and Sweep-Up on Sunday, with residents, councillors, volunteers and local Scouts all giving their time to help look after the town. A brilliant 25...
by HelenM | Aug 28, 2026 | Business, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, News
Rain in the forecast? Don’t write off your day out just yet. The weather is looking changeable as we head into September, but Market Drayton is an easy place to enjoy without needing blue skies. The town centre is compact, there are plenty of places to duck...
by HelenM | Aug 27, 2026 | Business, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, News, Parks and Community Spaces, Shops and Markets
If you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy the fresh air this summer, Market Drayton is the perfect destination. With peaceful canal towpaths, scenic countryside walks, family-friendly cycle routes, beautiful parks and plenty of places to stop for refreshments,...
by HelenM | Aug 26, 2026 | Business, Charity and Community, News, Shops and Markets
If you enjoy discovering hidden gems, picking up a bargain and supporting good causes, Market Drayton deserves a place on your list of places to visit. Alongside our award-winning independent shops, welcoming cafés, historic streets and beautiful canalside walks,...
by HelenM | Aug 21, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, News, Parks and Community Spaces, Sports and Leisure
Looking for a free family activity during the summer holidays? Why not slow down, head outdoors and discover the amazing wildlife waiting to be found around Market Drayton? From colourful butterflies and dragonflies to kingfishers, swans and even the occasional otter,...
