by HelenM | Aug 5, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, History and Heritage, News, Shops and Markets
Looking for somewhere to explore with the family this summer? Market Drayton is the perfect destination for a relaxed day out, combining history, nature, independent shopping and plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained. Whether you’re visiting for a...
by HelenM | Jul 22, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, Shops and Markets
No visit to Market Drayton is complete without tasting the town’s most famous treat. For more than 200 years, Market Drayton has been known as the Home of Gingerbread, with a heritage that stretches back to the late 18th century. The famous Billington’s...
by HelenM | Jul 19, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Business, Charity and Community, Food and Drink, News, Parks and Community Spaces, Shops and Markets, Sports and Leisure
Market Drayton was buzzing with colour, music and smiles on Saturday as thousands of people lined the streets to enjoy another fantastic Market Drayton Carnival, celebrating everything that’s great about our community. The annual carnival, held on Saturday 18...
by HelenM | Jul 14, 2026 | Arts and Culture, Business, Charity and Community, Education and Learning, Food and Drink, Health and Wellbeing, Parks and Community Spaces, Shops and Markets
Market Drayton’s popular Community Day is back on Saturday 12 September, bringing together free family activities, community organisations, the Health & Wellbeing Hub and the bustling Artisan Market for another fantastic day in the town centre. Taking place...
by HelenM | Jul 9, 2026 | Business, Food and Drink, News, Shops and Markets, Sports and Leisure
If you’re looking for the perfect place to spend a summer Saturday, Market Drayton has everything you need for a fantastic day out. The popular Market Drayton Artisan Market returns this Saturday from 9am to 3pm, bringing together a wonderful selection of local...
by HelenM | Jul 1, 2026 | Business, News, Shops and Markets
Visitors to Market Drayton can now find dog-friendly businesses more easily than ever, thanks to a new initiative from Make it Market Drayton. Dog-friendly window stickers have been delivered to businesses across the town by Dolly the Therapy Dog and her owner Lisa...
