The Guide to Local Connections 2025-2026

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We are experts in bathroom installation and have the capabilities to create a bathroom that will exceed all expectations.

Our team are dedicated in providing a high-end finish without the high-end price.

We offer a full bathroom installation service, which includes the removal of your old bathroom, fitting your new bathroom and all other services such as plumbing, electrics, tiling and finishing.

Virgin Animal Bedding P31s Virgin Chip

Forever A er is a boutique millinery shop in Oswestry, blending timeless cra smanship with unique style. From a humble market stall to a Grade II listed boutique, we create bespoke fascinators and headbands, including meaningful pieces like a bride’s fascinator made from a christening gown. Our shop also features handcra ed treasures by local artisans; gloves every day wear hats, alongside seasonal collections of scarves. Discover Forever A er, your go-to destination for headwear and handcra ed accessories. Visit us in Oswestry or follow @ForeverA erOswestry on social media. Unit 2, Forever A er, e Old Fighting Cocks, 13 Beatrice St

Email: Michelle.forevera er@gmail.com Telephone: 07553 444 278

Established in 2000, we are one of the longest established independent businesses within Oswestry in the town centre. Elliot House, 39 Church Street, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2SZ Tel. 01691 650067 enquiries@allenbydouglas.co.uk www.allenbydouglas.co.uk

“My most grateful thanks for all the care and attention I have received over the last 3 years. Everyone has been so pleasant and caring. Nothing has ever been too much trouble.”

Get the support you need to stay at home right now - If you’re not eligible for care from your local authority or the NHS, don’t worry; whether you need 24 hour support or just 30 minutes a day, we’re here for you. And the best part? Our prices are up to 20% less than other home-care providers, o ering top-notch care with experienced and caring workers.

At Visiting Angels North Shropshire, we redefine luxury in elderly care. We understand that your loved one deserves nothing but the best, and that’s exactly what we deliver. Our dedicated Angels are not just caregivers, they’re companions who will provide the level of care and attention your family member truly deserves.

Email: northshropshire@visiting-angels.co.uk

16A Church Street Oswestry SY11 2SP

THERAPY

DELIVERING THERAPY TO CHILDREN

Supervision and therapeutic consultation available. For a free initial consultation please contact: Gina Obertelli 07974 506910 • Ginaobertelli@aol.com

Mrs Mops Cleaning Services

Domestic/commercial cleaning service,based in Mid Wales.

Covering a very wide area,very competitive prices,eye for detail is second to non,thorough and ef cient, DBS in place, fully insured, all our own kit supplied, COSHH certi ed.

Telephone: 07494 669479

Email: mrsmopscleaningservices2020@outlook.com

If you are in need of glaziers who offer double glazing repair services and uPVC window installations, you have come to the right place. Contact us today if you need French doors, conservatory roofs or roofline services.

Delicious, whole milk and yoghurt, fresh from the cows in our grassfed herd. Bring a bottle or buy one from us. Enjoy the taste of real farm milk on its own or, with our British made syrups, as a milkshake.

HERD YOGHURT is now available in the shack. We take 3 litres of our fresh milk and introduce live Greek cultures to create 1 litre of thick & creamy, delicious, yoghurt.

We also provide coffee/hot chocolate made with HERDMILK and selected Niche Patisserie products.

We are passionate about our cows, their welfare, and reducing packaging waste and food miles. Drenewydd Farm, Whittington Road, SY11 4NB www.herdmilk.co.uk

Email: victoria@herdmilk.co.uk

Highly skilled local tradesman in Oswestry and surrounding area, With 15 years’ experience in heavy plant operation and muck aways. The Muckshifter believes in good old-fashioned valueshonesty, attention to detail, professionalism and delivering our client expectations.

Best company around for “Muck Aways”! Recently used The Muck Shifter to dig out footings, in a very tricky, and challenging, area of our property! All staff worked extremely hard, the work was completed to a very high standard, and our property was left tidy, and in good order! Would highly recommend Will and his team! Mrs Davies

“It’s everything a school should be...”

THE

AMAZING! LOCATION

Set in its own beautiful 220-hectare farm near Shrewsbury, with lakes and woodland.

Agriculture

Animal Care

Equine

Foundation Studies

Motor Vehicle

Achieve AMAZING THINGS

Hear from some of our students who are going on to study at various universities around the UK.

It’s a really good learning environment, all staff are friendly and chatty, therefore there is a good vibe around the place and they have good sports facilities for football etc.

Kai Davies - Cardiff Met University

I was supported so much during my time at North Shropshire College. My course gave me a wide range of knowledge and I loved the experience I gained during my work placement.

Evie Richards - University of Salford

Building sustainable futures for our communities

As the European market leader in home life safety, we strive to deliver safer homes through engaging with our communities to educate and promote best practice. Our sustainability programme enables us to do just this. Aico in the Community was developed to provide support to both local and national educational and charitable organisations, focusing on five pillars; Workplace, Marketplace, Community, Environment and Governance

If you would like to know more about Aico in the Community, please get in touch with our Community Liaisons: sustainability@aico.co.uk

We deal with all the major brands such as Abingdon, Adams, Alternative flooring, Associated Weaver, Axminster, Brintons, Brockway, Cavalier, Cormar, Crucial Trading, Furlong, Penthouse, Victoria, Ulster, Westex.

27-41 Beatrice Street, Oswestry SY11 1QE T: 01691 653449 E: sales@echollywell.co.uk www.echollywell.co.uk

WE HAVE OVER 100 ROLLS OF CARPET AND VINYL IN STOCK FOR IMMEDIATE FREE DELIVERY

You are in safe hands with J & I Carpets when it comes to your flooring requirements.

• We have 3 NICF Master Fitters, which is the highest industry standard a fitter can achieve. Installers with this status will have successfully completed an advanced level of assessment by NICF who are a registered body.

• We have a wide variety of flooring products such as Carpets, Vinyl, Luxury Vinyl Tiles, Laminate, Oak Engineered, Solid oak flooring, and safety flooring.

• Over 32 Rolls of Carpet in store, and 6 Vinyl Rolls plus many ranges to choose from to order in.

A family-run business based in St Martins near Oswestry

We’re experts in the supply, fitting and installation of aluminium roller shutter doors to residential and small commercial properties throughout Shropshire, North and Mid Wales.

Our aluminium roller garage doors are manufactured in Oswestry and offer a stylish and secure solution for homeowners looking for a replacement or upgrade to their current garage door solution. All of our aluminium garage doors are made to measure and include highsecurity guide channels, full roller housings, intelligent safety systems and a remote control electric operation with lighting.

“Ashley is such a professional, he has great pride in his work and I would recommend him to anyone”

Ear Wax Trouble?

Full range of independent audiology services now available, including hearing tests, hearing aid advice and fitting, hearing protection advice, and microsuction earwax removal.

• Home visits available

• Open 6 days a week

• FREE after care

• Convenient town centre location with parking nearby

• FREE trial of the latest hearing aids including Bluetooth and rechargable technology

Contact Laura: 01691 900880

Email: laura@cambrianhearing.co.uk or book online at www.cambrianhearing.co.uk

1, Old Chapel Court, Oswestry, SY11 2PD

for one or both ears

Opening January 2025

WORKING TOGETHER TO KEEP YOU MOVING

• Accident Repair

• Insurance Work • Welding

• Bumps & Scuffs

• Resprays

Courtesy Vehicle Available

J.W Butler

tanat Motor Bodies

tel: 01691 780113

Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant Oswestry SY10 0AA

Are you struggling with pain, discomfort or mobility issues? At Woods Orthotics, we specialise in assessing for and providing tailored orthotic solutions to improve your quality of life. Discover how our expert team can help you achieve a pain-free and active lifestyle.

Contact us today to book your appointment with an experienced Orthotist 01691 592 156 info@woodsorthotics.com • www.woodsorthotics.com

Are you struggling with: Back & Neck Pain?

Joint & Muscle Pain? Headaches?

Womens Health Issues? Grumpy Babies & Children? Sleep, Stress or Nutrition? I can help!

Claire Arnold Registered Osteopath & Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner

Hands on Cranial Osteopathic Care & Lifestyle Medicine

Advice for your family’s optimal health

Call 07792 367507

Herbarium & Massage Centre 15 Albion Hill, Oswestry SY11 1QA

ORTHOTICS, CAMBRIAN WORKS, OFF THOMAS SAVIN ROAD, OSWESTRY, SY11 1GA

PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL

Stage Coach has been running for 25 years in the heart of Oswestry in the new venue ‘Open Space Studios’ at Oswestry Library, where children aged from 4 - 18 years come through the doors to ignite their passion for the arts. They learn Singing, Dance and Drama, building con dence and courage for life.

Stagecoach would like children to feel brave, happy and safe in a friendly family environment. Their skilled professional teachers want nothing more, but to make sure everyone has fun and always enjoys their time with the Stagecoach family.

Tel: 07718892738 | Web: stagecoach.co.uk/Oswestry

Healthsec Rehab – Bespoke Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation & Wellbeing

Personalised care for general and more complex conditions – because your health deserves time, attention, and a tailored approach.

At Healthsec Rehab, we are able to support individuals with:

• Musculoskeletal Pain (MSK) –Back, joint, and muscle injuries

• Spinal Cord Injury

• Acquired & Traumatic Brain Injury

• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

• Parkinson’s Disease

• Cerebral Palsy (CP)

Call: 01743 630138

Email: contact@health-sec.co.uk

• Vestibular Rehabilitation –Balance and dizziness support

• Motor Neurone Disease (MND)

• Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)

• Arthritis – Joint pain, stiffness, and mobility support

What Makes Us Different?

Bespoke care plans: Designed around your needs and goals

Time to talk & be heard: One-to-one care with our expert clinicians

Integrated Wellbeing Therapies: Complementary treatments such as massage, aromatherapy, and relaxation techniques can be seamlessly built into your rehabilitation plan

No busy waiting rooms: Calm, welcoming, and entirely focused on YOU

Based in Hadnall, our beautiful, peaceful location provides the space and support you need to recover, rebuild, and reconnect.

INITIAL CONSULTATION AVAILABLE – LET’S START WITH A CONVERSATION ABOUT YOU.

Keep your boiler operational for as long as possible with annual servicing. Not only will it keep your boiler running efficiently but keep everyone safe and maintain your manufacturers guarantee.

Book your service today and we will send you a reminder every year to schedule your next appointment. • Finance available • Boiler repairs/replacement

The Showroom, Victoria Garage, Victoria Road, Oswestry SY11 2HR

Specialists

Boiler installations • Bathrooms and renovations

Renewable energy installations

Repairs, breakdowns and maintenance

Services • Landlord gas safety certificate

New build & renovation specialists

or book your free one on one consultation where we can advise on all aspects of your project from below the ground to above the roof.

PARK HOMES FOR THE OVER 50’S

www.m-d.co.uk • email: info@m-d.co.uk

Address: Tavern Park, Forden, Near Welshpool, SY21 8NN

AND

PRICES START FROM ONLY £165,000

• Part exchange scheme available

• All homes are brand new with a 10 year warranty

• The park is a secure gated site with CCTV

• We now have 4 showhomes available for viewing and ready for immediate occupation

Viewings can be arranged by calling 01938 580768 or 07773 336 633 People are welcome to turn up to look around without appointments.

TEL:

www.henllehall.com

Welcome to Henlle Heights Coffee Lounge, Restaurant and Bar, a stunning raised tetradecagon building designed and built to provide a beautiful area for guests to enjoy, relax and unwind. Nestling in beautiful woodland, surrounded by mature trees and manicured parkland, you could be forgiven for feeling you are ‘anywhere in the world.’ Whether seated inside by the central replace or outside in one of the comfy quiet areas, you can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in a truly unique setting. A very warm welcome is always assured. Monday 9am to 6pm Coffee, Cakes and Savouries Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 10.00pm Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Maska Jewelry Quater

roofline products.

Providing services to domestic, commercial and industrial clients in the Shropshire and North Wales areas, offering expertise in pitched roofing, slating and tiling, felt roofing and rubber roofing.

We provide a comprehensive roofing service. Whether you need guttering or chimney repairs, tiling or storm damage repairs, we have the solution at a competitive price.

• Safety minded workforce

• Long or short term hire

• Free quotations • Comprehensive public liability insurance

• Very competitive rates Tel: 01691 650900 Mobile: 07968 077725

37-39

659194 oswestry@ghplegal.com

LLANGOLLEN 01978 860313 llangollen@ghplegal.com

Accident

Agriculture

Clinical

Family

Prison

Probate, Wills,

Residential

Need Training?

Counterbalance - Reach

VNA Pivot Steer - Pedestrian

Multidirectional - Side-Loaders & Telescopic Lift Trucks

Gantry & Lorry (Hiab) Cranes

MEWPs (Scissor Lift & Cherry Pickers)

Harness use - Abrasive Wheel Site

Safety - Manual Handling & Many Other Courses

Site safety audits - LOLER inspections

Oswestry Town Museum

OPENING HOURS

Wednesday: 10am - 3pm Friday: 10am - 3pm

Saturday: 10am - 3pm Out of hours 01691 780042

Oswestry Town Museum, The Guildhall, Bailey Head, Oswestry SY11 1PZ 01691 680241 • info@oswestrytownmuseum.co.uk

www.oswestrytownmuseum.co.uk

Tanat Valley Light Railway & Nant Mawr Visitor Centre

The Tanat Valley Light Railway is part of the Nant Mawr Visitor Centre. A great day our for all the family!

We're working hard to get the site spick and span for the coming year. There's always lots to do.

VOLUNTEERS WEEKENDS

Volunteer Weekends are now up and running! Please contact us if you'd like to be part of the team! Looking for a wide range of skills including site maintenance, vegetation clearance, building work as well as the traditional railway jobs including trackwork and volunteers to train for operational tasks.

COMMUNITY AND GROUPS

ADVICE

Oswestry and North Shropshire

Volunteer Centre

Volunteer Centre Oswestry Community Action at Qube, supports voluntary organisations and community groups in the Shropshire area.

Volunteer Centre, Oswestry Community Action, Qube, Oswald Road, Oswestry SY11 1RB

ARTS & CRAFTS

Stagecoach Performing Arts School

Creative Courage for Life!

Oswestry: The Marches School, Morda Road, SY11 2AR 07718 892738 www.stagecoach.co.uk/Oswestry

COMMUNITY & LIVING

1165 (Oswestry) Squadron, Air Training Corps (ATC)

Welcome to the Air Cadet Organisation. Better known as the ‘Air Cadets’, they are a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 12 and 19 years of age. They parade on Tuesday and Friday evenings from 6.45pm until 9.30pm. As a cadet you will have the opportunity to go flying and gliding, participate in sports, adventure training and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. 01691 688497 1165@aircadets.org

Access Group

(Oswestry and District)

Oswestry and District Access Group is a voluntary group working to improve

Welcome to

Qube

Qube is a... Community Hub

access and facilities for all those who are either resident in or visiting Oswestry. It is focused on supporting people with disabilities, the partially sighted and the hard of hearing, and parents with young children. 01691 650917 oswestryanddistrictaccessgroup@ gmail.com

Community Resource (Covering Shropshire, Telford &Wrekin)

We work with voluntary groups so they can meet the needs in their local area. We support people to stay active and connected to their communities and to maintain their health and independence. We do this through a range of community-based projects. 01743 360641 community-resource.org.uk

Bringing the local and wider Shropshire communities together.

We collaborate on a number of meaningful community projects to support wellbeing and help combat isolation.

Qube is a... Transport Service

Our Dial-a-Ride, Community Cars and Shopmobility services are here to make getting about easier!

Qube is a... Volunteer Centre

If you have some spare time and are looking to give something back, we have lots of roles available.

Qube is a... Digital Skills Service

We provide one-to-one support and drop-ins to give people access to local help with technology.

Qube is a... Creative Space

With exciting workshops and inspirational exhibitions, you can ensure you keep ahead of the artistic curve.

Cylch Ti a Fi Croesoswallt Baby & Toddler Group

We meet at Horeb Chapel Vestry, Victoria Road, every Thursday morning during term time 9.30 -11.00 am. For children to play, sing and make crafts through the medium of Welsh. Everyone is welcome. £2 per child and £1 per additional child. Healthy snack for the children and a cuppa for parents/ carers. 07814 033759 tiafi.croesoswallt@gmail.com

Dial-a-Ride (Oswestry)

Oswestry Dial-a-Ride is an accessible minibus service operating within the town of Oswestry and the surrounding areas. Providing community transport for the disabled, the sick, the elderly and the rurally isolated. 01691 671571/656882 info@qube-oca.org.uk qube-oca.org.uk/ transport

Freda’s Day Centre

Independent day centre providing day opportunities for adults with learning disabilities, older people and adults needing support with mental wellbeing. 73/75a Beatrice Street, Oswestry 01691 238484/ 07972 698008 fredaparry@gmail.com

Os Rocks

Os Rocks is an alternative mixed voice choir, singing contemporary, rock and pop. Everyone is welcome. All you need to be able to do is sing in tune. The choir particularly needs more men of all ages. We meet on Tuesday evenings from 7.30 – 9.00 at Christ Church (across from the library), Oswestry.  osrocksadmin@btinternet.com www.osrocks.org

Oswestry and Borders Foodbank

Oswestry and Borders Foodbank is for those who find themselves in a crisis situation and cannot feed either themselves or their families. 01691 671940

info@oswestryandborders.foodbank.org.uk www.oswestryandborders.foodbank.org.uk

Oswestry Cemetery

Oswestry Cemetery is administered by Oswestry Town Council, and was opened in December 1862.

The Cemetery is open daily from 8am to dusk, while the office is closed on Saturdays and Sundays and on all Bank and Public Holidays.

Victoria Road, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 2HU

01691 680222

www.oswestry-tc.gov.uk/councilservices/oswestry-cemetery.html

Oswestry Community Action

Oswestry Community Action based at Qube, is a charity which aims to improve quality of life and empower those members of the community marginalised through age, health, disability, or rural isolation, to fully participate in society.

Qube, Oswald Road, Oswestry SY11 1RB 01691 656882/680862 info@qube-oca.org.uk www.qube-oca.org.uk

Oswestry Country Market

We are a group of local people producing great value fresh produce including cakes, preserves, pickles, fresh eggs. Also hand knitted and craft items and a wide selection of locally garden plants. Situated in the centre of Oswestry close to the main car parks. Orders taken. Every Wednesday morning between 8 a.m. and 1p.m.

Memorial Hall, Smithfield St, Oswestry SY11 2EG 01691 839471

Oswestry Ladies Choir

We are a versatile and vibrant ladies’ choir who perform music in various styles. We welcome new Sopranos and Altos to join us.

Rehearsals: Wednesday 7:30pm

All Saints Church Hall, Gobowen, SY11 3LL 01691 654802 oschoir@outlook.com www.oswestryladieschoir.com

Oswestry Borderland Tourism Ltd

Oswestry Market Hall, Bailey Head, Oswestry, SY11 1PZ. Phone 07536992588. Open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10am to 3pm. 07536 992588

info@visitoswestry.co.uk www.visitoswestry.co.uk

Oswestry Leisure Centre

Oswestry Leisure Centre has a pool, gym, workout studio with a timetable of classes.

Shopmobility (Oswestry)

Oswestry Shopmobility Services include: Long- and short-term loans of mobility scooters and manual wheelchairs

Advice, help and information on disability and mobility issues

Mobility scooter familiarisation training 01691 656882 info@qube-oca.org.uk

Slimming World

Oswestry group meets at Eastern Oswestry Community Centre on a Monday or

Oswestry Leisure Centre, Shrewsbury Road, Oswestry, SY11 4QB 0345 0007 006

www.shropshireleisurecentres.com/ Oswestry

Oswestry Men’s Shed

The Oswestry Men’s Shed has been set up to provide men with a dedicated space where they can make things, socialise, share skills or just enjoy a cup of tea. Located on Oswestry Showground - Open Tue/ Wed/ Thu 10am - 4pm. 07730 057027

oswestrymensshed@gmail.com

Oswestry Methodist Church Hall

Oswestry Methodist Church Hall is next to Oswestry Methodist Church. The hall and ancillary rooms are available for hire. Please phone for further information.

Castle Street, Oswestry, SY11 1JZ 01691 662908

TG Dream

Kitchens & Bathrooms

Maesbury Road

Oswestry

SY10 8HA 01691 672596

Oswestry Twinning Association

Oswestry has been twinned with Combs La Ville, France for over 30 years. The Twinning Association of Oswestry is a voluntary group that aims to foster friendship between the families of the two towns. All the group’s activities are self-financing and are run to raise funds to facilitate visits from Comb La Ville; all are welcome to join. 01691 650246

oswestry_twinning@btinternet.com www.oswestrytwinning.org.uk

Sunday. Call Claire on: 07882 174539

Wrekin Reviive:

A Community Interest Company (cic). In the reviive shop you will find on sale an extensive range of affordable quality home furnishings. Find us on Mile Oak Industrial Estate, Oswestry. www.wrekinreviive.com

Shropshire Wildlife Trust (Oswestry)

Oswestry Wildlife Trust is a branch of the Shropshire Wildlife Trust and aims to protect wildlife in the area. Contact: David Hardwick thehardwicks@btinternet.com  www.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk

ENVIRONMENT

Oswestry and District Civic Society

Oswestry and District Civic Society aims to encourage a sensitive balance between the demands of new developments and the need to conserve the best features of Oswestry’s urban and rural settlements. The society seeks to promote awareness of, and pride in, the best features of both town and countryside. dave@hempyards.co.uk https://oswestrycivicsociety. wordpress.com/

DISABILITY

Oswestry Talking Newspaper Are you blind or partially sighted? Would you like to hear local news?

Oswestry Talking Newspaper is a registered charity which provides an audio version of local news and information taken from our local newspapers and Oswestry Life magazine for the blind or partially sighted. It is a free service and uses free postal delivery provided by Royal Mail. www.oswestrytn.org.uk

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

Connect For Life

Connect for Life is a Charitable Organisation located at Gatacre Pavilion, Oswestry, SY11 1DR

Providing a day support service for older people, particularly those with memory loss or dementia where they can ‘meet others and build connections. Sessions are held every Wednesday and Thursday - 10.30am to 2:30pm. Contact Alison Humphreys. 07582 207972 connectforlife@hotmail.com www.connectforlife.co.uk

Obertelli Play Therapy

Qualified Social Worker with a Post Graduate Diploma in Play therapy and a member of BAPT. Offering direct therapeutic work with children and families through Play, EMDR or DDP. Play Therapy hub now open in Oswestry Town centre, please contact for a free initial consultation. 07974 506 910 Ginaobertelli@aol.com

PCAS

Shropshire Peer Counselling and Advocacy Services, or PCAS for short, was founded in 1995 by the Shropshire Disability Consortium. We provide a community based independent advocacy service for people with any disability, over the age of 18, in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. Suite 1, The Willow Tree, Willow St, Oswestry, SY11 1AJ 01691 658008

simon@shropshirepcas.co.uk www.shropshirepcas.co.uk

The Shropshire B.O.Ts (Bums on Tums)

Do you or someone you know have a stoma? We are a support group who call ourselves The Shropshire B.O.Ts (Bums on Tums). We meet on the 2nd Saturday of each month in Hope Church, Market Gate, Oswestry –10:30am – 12:30pm.. 07972 519165

emily.hackworthy@live.co.uk

HISTORY

Oswestry and Border History and Archaeology Group

Oswestry and Border History and Archaeology Group was formed in 1989 as the successor to the Border Counties Archaeological Group and has about 80 members. 01691 661793 obhag@histarch.uk www.oswestry.histarch.uk

Oswestry Town Museum

The Guildhall, Bailey Head, Oswestry, SY11 1PZ

Open Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10am-3pm.

01691 680241 when open 01691 780042 out of hours www.oswestrytownmuseum.co.uk

HOUSING

Shropshire Towns and Rural Housing (STAR Housing)

Shropshire Towns and Rural Housing Ltd (STAR Housing) manage the Council Housing in the Oswestry area. Properties are advertised on Shropshire HomePoint. Their vision is “Listening to our residents, together we create quality homes and vibrant communities.” They have a Community Chest Fund for local groups and organisations that can help fund local events and activities. Shropshire Towns and Rural Housing, Mount McKinley, Anchorage Ave, Shrewsbury Business Park, Shrewsbury SY2 6FG enquiries@starhousing.org.uk www.starhousing.org.uk

LEISURE & CULTURE

Oswestry Writers

Oswestry Writers, a group designed to encourage and inspire authors poets and all writers.

Creating a motivational, inspirational, fun space where writers can come together, spark some new ideas, support each other and grow both creatively and personally. Oswestry Writers meet at the Townhouse Oswestry on a fortnight basis every Tuesday from 7.00pm to 9.00pm. For more information, and to join the group visit Oswestry Writers page on Facebook or email: writer@creativejuicy.com

Cambrian Heritage Railways

Local volunteer run railway museum and visitor attractions. We have opportunities for volunteers to assist in the museum and in retail, catering, railway operation and restoration work in Oswestry and at Llynclys. 01691 728131 volunteering@cambrianrailways.com www.cambrianrailways.com

Cantiones Chamber Choir

In existence since 1982, Oswestry’s high quality chamber choir performs a minimum of three concerts a year, with other additional concerts and open singing days on an ad hoc basis. www.cantiones.org.uk

TG Builders Merchants Maesbury Road

Oswestry SY10 8HA 01691 670367

Henley Wood Parkrun

A FREE weekly 5km event for runners, joggers, walkers or volunteers which takes place every Saturday at 9:00am in Henley Wood, off Cabin Lane, Oswestry. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run and it can really be whatever you want it to be, whether that’s for fun or as part of a training plan. henleywoodhelpers@ parkrun.com www.parkrun.org.uk/henleywood/ volunteer

Holroyd Community Theatre

The Holroyd Community Theatre is a theatre for everyone: a community theatre for Oswestry and the Welsh borders based at Moreton Hall School. The theatre exists to advance education in the Arts and to provide facilities in the interests of social and cultural welfare to promote drama, music, dance and the arts. For further information about the Holroyd Community Theatre, contact Holroyd Community Theatre, Moreton Hall School, Weston Rhyn, Oswestry. 01691 773671

www.theholroydtheatre.co.uk

Mary Hignett Bequest Fund (Oswestry)

The Mary Hignett Bequest Fund is managed by Oswestry and Cambrian Rotary Club. Gifted to the club through the will of the well-loved Oswestry writer, these funds are intended to support small local projects in the areas of sports and the arts. ASd Hoc applications can also be accepted. For any questions about the Mary Hignett Bequest Fund, please email directly to: oswestrycambrian@gmail.com

Oswestry and North Shropshire Model Engineering Society

The Society is a group of likeminded individuals who meet every Tuesday from 9:30am until 4:00pm at the Oswestry Show Ground. Every second Wednesday of each month, we get together socially at the White Lion Inn, in Whittington from 7:30pm. We also meet regularly on the 2nd Sunday of each month from 11am until 4:00pm for a steam up.

www.oswestry-mes.co.uk

Oswestry Badminton Club

Oswestry Badminton Club meets on Mondays at the Oswestry Leisure Centre between 8pm and 10pm.

For more information about coming down as a visitor or joining the club please email oswestrybadders@gmail. com or call 07866 679436.

Oswestry Bowling Club

Oswestry Bowling Club was established in 2021 as a non-league crown green bowling club. We play in Cae Glas Park from April to October on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and are now actively seeking new members. For more information, please contact our secretary Brian on 07803 915618 brian.oswestry@yahoo.co.uk

Oswestry Church Bowling Club

Oswestry Church Bowling Club is one of the oldest sporting organisations in Oswestry. It was formed in 1926. Located on The Broadwalk, off Church Street, the club fields seven teams in the Oswestry and District Bowling League and three teams in the Shrewsbury Bowling League, including one veteran’s team.

The Broadwalk, Church Street, Oswestry SY11 2SZ www.oswestrychurchbowlingclub.co.uk

Oswestry Cae Glas Cricket Club

Cae Glas Cricket Club is based at Gatacre Playing Fields behind Woodside school in the shadow of Old Oswestry Hillfort. Email: caeglas@gmail.com

Oswestry Ladies Choir

Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings from 7.30pm to 9pm, at All

Saints Church Hall in Gobowen. All Saints Church Hall, Gobowen 01691 654802 os.la.choir@btinternet.com www.oswestryladieschoir.com

Oswestry Pickleball

Building community, fostering relationships, and enhancing well-being. To find out more join the Facebook group @Oswestry Pickleball and contact Julia and Mark

Oswestry Senior Citizens Club

The club offers its members a wide range of activities: Bingo, Dance nights, Outings, Concerts, Quizzes, Coffee mornings, Table top games, and lots of other social activities.

The hall is available to rent for regular groups or single bookings. Oswestry Senior Citizen Club, Lorne Street, Oswestry, SY11 1ND. Email: secretaryoscc@gmail.com

Oswestry Team Tennis

We are a junior priority LTA registered tennis club which is a registered charity and currently has around 150 members, mostly juniors. We have rented the site in Cae Glas Park from Oswestry Town Council / Cae Glas Park charity since 2005. We provide tennis activities throughout the year. 07515 822921 tennis2you.ltd@gmail.co

The Golden Flute

Flute and guitar plus other instruments

Shropshire based duo offering tranquil background live music for your special event, private party, also funerals and weddings etc. Playing an exciting mix of popular music that can be tailored to suit your preferences, special requests taken.

Excellent standard of musicianship, professional manner, reasonable and affordable rates to suit your needs and type of event.

Please contact 01691 682440 to enquire

Sound samples can be sent on request.

Oswestry Cricket Club

01691 653006

oswestrycricketclub1855@gmail.com www.oswestrycricketclub.co.uk

Oswestry Hockey Club

A friendly hockey club based in Oswestry. oswestryhockeyclub@gmail.com

Oswestry Otters Swimming Club

Oswestry Otters ASC provides a safe and fun environment for our members to stay fit. Being a competitive swimmer helps builds self-discipline and selfconfidence which in turn helps them achieve their goal and dreams in the world of swimming. www.oswestryotters.org.uk

Oswestry Rugby Club

Oswestry Rugby Club has a first and second team, a thriving youth section, and a women’s and girls’ section. Park Hall Ground, SY11 4AB. info@oswestryrugby.co.uk

Wynnstay Bowling Club

We are always looking for new members. Wynnstay Hotel, Church Street. Mon and Thurs between 2 pm and 4 pm from April to September. If you wish to join, or need further details, contact club President Annette Jones on 01691 652479 or simply turn up any Monday or Thursday, behind the hotel – and you’ll never regret kick-starting your fun, gentle exercise regime!

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USEFUL NUMBERS

COUNCILS

Shropshire Council 0345 678 9000

www.shropshire.gov.uk

Oswestry Town Council... 01691 680222

www.oswestry-tc.gov.uk

DENTISTS

Church Street Clinic ...... 01691 671413

Oswyn House 01691 652424

Pearls Dental Practice 01691 658114

Thomas Dental Care...... 01691 653074

Willow Street ............... 01691 652143

DOCTORS SURGERIES

Cambrian ..................... 01691 652929

Caxton ........... 01691 654646 /653600

Caxton Prescriptions ....... 01691 659250

NHS Direct 111

Plas Fynnon 01691 655844

Shropdoc (Out of hours) ..0333 222 66 55

HOSPITALS

Royal Shrewsbury 01743 261000

The RJAH Orthopaedic .......01691 404000

Wrexham Maelor ........... 01978 291100

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

Obertelli Play Therapy ... 07974 506910

SCHOOLS

Holy Trinity School 01691 654832

Moreton Hall School ..... 01691 773671

Oswestry School ........... 01691 655711

Our Lady and St. Oswalds

Catholic School 01691 656080

The Marches School 01691 664400

The Meadows School .... 01691 656080

Woodside School .......... 01691 652446

SERVICES AND HELPLINES

Childline .............................0800 11 11

Citizens Advice Bureau 03444 991 100

Crime Stoppers .............. 0800 555 111

Electricity Power Loss

Emergencies ................ 0800 001 5400

Gas Emergencies ........... 0800 111 999

Oswestry Library ............ 01691 677388

Police-Ambulance-Fire .................... 999

Police non emergencies .................. 101

Severn Trent Water 0800 783 4444

SPORT AND LEISURE

New Saints FC .............. 01691 684840

Oswestry Cricket Club .. 01691 653 006

Leisure Centre ............. 0345 0007 006

Oswestry Rugby Club ..... 01691 652949

The Venue at Park Hall 01691 887098

TRANSPORT

Arriva ........................... 0344 800 4411

Gobowen Train Station... 0333 005 0501

Tanat Valley Coaches..... 01691 780212

VETS

Border VC 01691 670395

Oakwood VC .................. 01691 679699

Park Issa Surgery .......... 01691 670067

RSPCA ......................... 0300 1234 999

The Market Town Vet 01691 897199

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