Wem Rural Parish Council

Wem Rural Parish Council

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

☀️ STAY SAFE IN HOT WEATHER

During periods of hot weather:

💧 Drink plenty of water
🏠 Keep your home cool
🧢 Avoid the midday sun where possible
👵 Check on elderly neighbours and relatives

Find out more:
https://t.co/nN1NGjocY8

#Heatwave #SummerSafety #NHS

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📱 IT CAN WAIT

Using a mobile phone while driving significantly increases your risk of a collision.

Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel.

Find out more:
https://t.co/cQdFz9khcx

#RoadSafety #MobilePhones #DriveSafe

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

⚡ BE PREPARED

Power cuts, severe weather and emergencies can happen unexpectedly.

Consider keeping:

🔦 A torch
🔋 Spare batteries
📱 A charged power bank
📻 A battery-powered radio

Find out more:
https://t.co/Apdli2J4s1

#PreparedNotScared #CommunityResilience

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

⚠️ THUNDERSTORM WARNING ⚠️

The Met Office has issued a warning for heavy showers and thunderstorms on Friday morning.

Please take care:
🚗 Check travel before you set off
🔦 Be prepared for possible power cuts
🌳 Avoid sheltering under trees during lightning

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🔥 Struggling with heating oil costs? Support may be available through the Crisis and Resilience Fund for eligible Shropshire residents.

Find out more and apply here 👇
https://t.co/wq3RYLvWbx

Please share to help spread the word. ❤️

#CostOfLiving #WemRuralPC

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

💡 Community Groups – Don’t Miss This!

If you’re thinking about applying for a Wem Rural Parish Community Grant, join the Annual Parish Meeting:

🗓 Tuesday 7th April 2026 | 5–7pm

A perfect chance to share your ideas and find out more.

More info:
https://t.co/VCOVHlv6jz

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

🦷 Need Urgent Dental Care? 🦷

If you think you need urgent dental treatment, NHS urgent dental appointments are now available.

Find out how to get the help you need here: https://t.co/YudfD50AXK

#UrgentDentalCare #NHS #WemRuralParishCouncil #CommunityHealth

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

🎄 Rural Review – Winter/Christmas 2025 🎄
The latest edition has been delivered to every parish home! Packed with councillor updates and Christmas events.

Missed your copy? You can read and download it online here:
👉 https://t.co/4vkDAAhG9B

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🚗 National Road Safety Week: Stay Safe on Our Roads
Road Safety Week is here! Let's all remember to be mindful of speed limits, pedestrian safety, and road signs in Wem Rural. Keep our roads safe for everyone. 🚦
👉 Learn more: https://t.co/1bckoIk3r0
#WemRural #RoadSafety

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

🕊️ White Ribbon Day 2025 🕊️
We’re helping raise awareness of #ShropshireSpeaksUp – a campaign to end gender-based violence and promote respect in our communities.
Find out how you can get involved ⬇️
👉 https://t.co/g2bI4rc6r1

#WhiteRibbonDay #WemRural #Community

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

🌍 Climate Fresk workshop — free, fun & interactive!
📅 Sat 25 Oct, 10am–1pm
📍 Wem Town Hall

Learn about climate change, what you can do, & connect with neighbours 🌱
Limited spaces—book now 👉 https://t.co/4MhD8SIcgU

#WemRural #ClimateFresk #CommunityAction

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

🌍 Climate Fresk workshop — free, fun & interactive!
📅 Sat 25 Oct, 10am–1pm
📍 Wem Town Hall
Learn about climate change, what you can do, & connect with neighbours 🌱
Limited spaces—book now 👉 https://t.co/4MhD8SIK6s
#WemRural #ClimateFresk #CommunityAction

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

🎄 Afternoon Tea Business Networking 🎄
📅 Wed 17 Sept, 3pm
📍 Wem Library

☕ Cream tea & cakes
💡 Xmas business tips
🤝 Connect with local businesses

Free (booking essential) 👉 https://t.co/l1aDVzxqiG
#free #business #support #christmas #wem #digitalmedia #joinus

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🚶♂️ Discover beautiful walks around Wem thanks to Wem P3 volunteers! They survey, repair & waymark routes to make countryside walking safe & enjoyable. Interested in volunteering? Find out more: https://t.co/PV9LACzRcP #WemWalks #WemP3 #WemCommunity #VolunteerLocal

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Road Closure: PINFOLD FARM, NORTHWOOD, WEM, SHROPSHIRE, SY4 5NP
Between 26/08/2025 – 31/08/2025
This is to undergo electricity works.
Please contact SP Energy Networks if you have any queries.

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

View appointments, order repeat prescriptions and much more. Manage your health the easy way with the NHS App.
Start using the NHS App today ➡️ https://t.co/NN2qC3CqvN

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

Ouch! Bitten or stung? 🦟
Your local pharmacy can help with quick, effective treatment for insect bites and stings, and no appointment is needed. 🐝
Speak to your local pharmacy team for advice and relief.
#PharmacyFirst #InsectBites #NHS #NHSSTW

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

🌿 Join us for The Big Green Week in Wem!
🗓️ Sat 7 June, 10am–1pm
📍 Jubilee Square, Wem

🐸 Make pocket ponds
🌼 Plant wildflower gardens
🐝 Build bug boxes

Free, hands-on fun for all ages!

👉 More info: https://t.co/XNkOu2ofRd

#BigGreenWeek #Wem #WemRural #NatureCrafts

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

🛠️ Got something broken? Let’s fix it together!
Join Wem’s Community Repair Café 🧵🔌🚲
📅 Sat 24 May 2025
🕙 10am–1pm
📍 Wem Library

Free fixes, tea & cake + energy-saving freebies from @MarchesEnergy!
Organised by WACA, supported by @WemRuralPC 🌍

#RepairCafe #Wem #WACA

[Wem Rural Parish Council @WemRuralParishC]

Our Community Drop-Ins are new to 2025 and are on the third Wednesday every month at Edstaston Village Hall from 10am-12noon.
Feel free to drop-in for basic IT support, a chat or coffee.
Find out more at https://t.co/mGi7dKYVCb
#free #community #help #support