Ruyton Village Hall Christmas Raffle

Dear Blogger

Message from Nigel, Village Hall Treasurer

Last chances to buy raffle tickets for our Christmas Raffle and win some fab prizes - just in time for Christmas!   It will be drawn automatically on Friday 19th at 4pm.  See attached poster.

Just follow this link: https://rvh.charityhive.co.uk/raffles

If the link doesn't work just search our main website https://rvh.charityhive.co.uk and click on the green Raffles logo or the Find Out More logo further down the page

Regards,
Nigel Leadbeater
Treasurer Ruyton XI Towns Village Hall Committee

Gibraltar Lane closed until 15th February

Dear Blogger

Important Message from Trevor Alison.

Gibraltar Lane to Hopton is CLOSED to replace a watermain.

UNTIL

SUNDAY 15th FEBRUARY

That is, from Nesscliffe road until it goes left to Hopton

But the road from Baschurch to Myddle is OPEN!

PRADOE CAROL SERCICE, Wednesday 17th December, 7pm

Dear Blogger

Message from Cathy Young cmp.young@icloud.com forwarded by Colleen

CAROL SERVICE AT PRADOE CHURCH 7pm onWednesday 17th December                                                followed by mulled wine and mince pies

Take this opportunity to visit the lovely littl church at Pradoe, West Felton.  Built with the proceeds of a very small copper mine on the Pradoe estate!  Not a lot of people know that.

Surgery opening hours over the Christmas period

Dear Blogger

Message from Jackie Jones Prescott Surgery Patient Group

SURGERY OPENING HOURS OVER THE FESTIVE PERIOD - see attached list

For urgent healthcare advice outside surgery please phone 111.  For life threatening emergencies dial 999.

Please ensure that yu hyve ordered enought medication to see you through the Christmas period.

Ruyton XI Towns Village Hall 100 Club

Dear Blogger

Message from Nigel, Ruyton XI Towns Village Hall

Thank you for subscribing to our 100 Club lottery during 2025.  

Over the year we have given away £1,540 in prizes, and raised a similar sum to help fund the Village Hall.  So a HUGE THANK YOU!!

The year's top scorer won a total of £197.50 in prize money.  Second highest prizewinner received £135.00 and third highest pocketed £122.50

If you have won something during the year, CONGRATULATIONS!! ??   If you haven't won anything (like me!), commiserations ??…but…better luck next year!!

And that is why I am writing as I hope that next year you will subscribe again, and that we can encourage even more people to sign up, which will make the prizes even bigger…..of course, you can help with this by encouraging others to subscribe!

In the new year I shall email you again with information on how to sign up for 2026 - I am trying to make it a little easier for you by doing all the finances through Stripe card payments….no more messing about with BACS transfers and Standing Orders.  

This will mean that we will make a little less income as we shall absorb the costs, but the prize monies will not be affected, and making payments will be easier for you.

Once again, thank you for your support, and I wish you a happy Christmas and a lottery-winning New Year

Regards,
Nigel Leadbeater
Treasurer Ruyton XI Towns Village Hall Committee

ILLUMINATED TRACTORS - Join us on the Brownhill wall

Dear Blogger

If you live on the south (Cliffe) side of the Brownhill please bring a hot drink and a seat and park yourself on the

Longest Village Seat in the Kingdom - because I will not be crossing the road between tractors, however sparkly, to shake my yellow bucket for your donation - See Covid Christmas gathering on the wall.

Tonight`s ILLUMINATED TRACTOR PROCESSION

Raising funds for Shropshire`s own Cancer Support Charity

LINGEN DAVIES was originally launched in 1979 by then Mayor of Shrewsbury Bernard Lingen and local accountant Frank Davies, to build and equip a new radiotherapy department at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. Since this establishment, the charity has grown to deliver services, equipment, technology, staff, and cancer support to the wider community.

Over the years an entire new Cancer Centre has been created on the site, including state of the art facilities and treatment to benefit cancer patients throughout the community.

The charity exists to enhance and improve the situation for local cancer patients. We cannot eradicate cancer, but we can make life easier for those who are going through it, or watching loved ones go through it.

Don`t miss the ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN tomorrow night from 6.06 through Ruyton

Dear

Don`t miss the wonderful Lingen Davies

ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN Through Ruyton

TOMORROW NIGHT FROM 6.06pm onwards

 There is a team of official collectors with buckets for donations on the day from The Cross to Platt Bridge.

All proceeds from the event will go to Lingen Davies Cancer Support in memory of Will 'Choc' Roberts.

If you don`t live on the main road through the village please come from

School Road

Doctor`s Meadow

Five Ways

The Cliffe

Birch Grove

The Bridge Field

Mill Lane

Please make the effort and give generously -

I will be rattling my yellow bucket on the Brownhill

Yoland

If you can't make it on the night fear not, you can also donate online at...

        https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/oswestryilluminatedtractorrun

Furniture for sale in Weston Lullingfields

Dear Blogger

Message from Kate Brown, Weston Lullingfields

Collection from Weston Lullingfields SY4 2AW,

Can be delivered for 0.75 p a mile within local area.

Contact Kate Brown 07891 066538 

FURNITURE FOR SALE

Corner cabinet £10

Bed £20

Table & 4 Chairs £20

Tall corner cabinet £10

Christmas Magic lights & crafts at Berwick House near Shrewsbury

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This is a new event to me - Berwick is just outside Shrewsbury on the right of the B5067 Baschurch to Coton, Shrewsbury

Essential Booking Details - I am sorry, I have only just found out about this event.

Location: Berwick House, outside Shrewsbury
Dates: Monday 1st December – Sunday 14th December 2025
Time Slots: Available every 30 minutes from 3:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Duration: Allow 30–45 minutes for the light trail, plus extra time for the market and refreshments.

CHRISTMAS MAGIC COMES TO BERWICK HOUSE

Inviting visitors to experience a festive event steeped in history and dazzling sparkle. The Woodland Christmas & Craft Market is an unmissable destination for family outings, romantic evenings, and getting into the true spirit of the season.

The Woodland Light Trail: Reginald's Enchanting Journey

This year, the illuminated woodland path is more than just a trail—it's an immersive storytelling experience.

Follow the footsteps of Reginald, a curious boy who wonders the winter-lined winding path into the ancient woodland. The glowing pathway beneath towering oaks and across shimmering lawns traces his captivating journey. As you walk, the shimmering corners and festive displays reveal the very special woodland visitors Reginald meets, creating a backdrop perfect for capturing magical moments and sparking imagination. Allow 30–45 minutes for your journey through Reginald's tale.

Historic Halls, Handcrafted Treasures

After the invigorating trail, step inside the historic halls of Berwick House to discover a bustling Indoor Craft Market. Here, you can complete your Christmas shopping in style, browsing a selection of local artisans, handmade gifts, unique decorations, and festive treats. From one-of-a-kind crafts to perfect stocking fillers, it's a haven for finding something truly special.

Ukranian Robin Hood film at Maona cinema this Sunday

Dear Blogger

Message forwarded by Ingrid Knowles Oswestry net

THE RISING HAWK

This is a Ukrainian movie - on at Maona Cinema in Oswestry this Sunday morning 11.30am.

 It should be in English or at least with English subtitles.

It is kind of a Robin Hood story style.

Please come and bring friends!

Support our Village Hall - Grand Christmas Raffle

Dear Blogger

Message from Nigel Leadbeater, Ruyton XI Towns Village Hall

See attached poster for details

The Village Hall roof is in need of repairs, so we are holding a Christmas raffle to help raise some funds.

Please see the attached poster.  We would really appreciate you buying some tickets.

Either click on the QR code to take you to the website, or if that doesn't work just follow this link to buy tickets:  https://rvh.charityhive.co.uk/raffles

You never know…you might even win something !!! ????

In any event, Happy Christmas!

Regards
Nigel Leadbeater

Don`t miss the Wonderful ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN on Saturday 13th December

Dear Blogger

Message from Ruth at Cafe Eleven, Ruyton

???? This Saturday!... ??????????

Tractors are due in Ruyton from 6.06pm onwards. We have a team of official collectors with buckets for donations on the day. All proceeds from the event will go to Lingen Davies Cancer Support in memory of Will 'Choc' Roberts. If you can't make it on the night fear not, you can also donate online at...

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/oswestryilluminatedtractorrun

There is still time to visit Father Christmas at Park Hall Countryside Experience

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Merry Christmas everyone from Farmer Richard at Park Hall Countryside Experience

There's still time to visit Santa! Thank you to everyone who has visited our Santa Experience already. We've loved welcoming families and groups to our very festive farm! There are still a few tickets available for our Santa Experience (just late slots for the next two weekends). You can book tickets on the 13th, 14th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd & 24th December, so book now to avoid missing out. Visit the farm for an extra special trip to see Santa and his elves. Every child will receive a generous gift from Santa to take a little bit of magic home with them. You'll also enjoy a fantastic live panto-style show, 'The Elves Go Crackers', which our visitors have been loving! There is so much to explore around the farm. Catch the singing reindeer, meet the rabbits and guinea pigs, explore the play areas, make some reindeer food, enjoy a free homemade biscuit, and see all the animals. And why not stop for lunch at the Hungry Farmer Cafe while you're here? A limited number of tickets for our Santa Experience event remains, and it usually sells out, so don't delay in securing your tickets. Buy Tickets Toddler Day On 12th December, we will be holding our Christmas Toddler Day for children aged 5 and under. We're restricting numbers so your little ones can have the run of the farm, to make a visit to see Father Christmas even better. Toddler Day Info Merry Christmas Everyone! See you on the farm very soon, From Farmer Richard, the farm team and all the animals ?????????????????? Buy Tickets

WARNING - ROGUE TRADERS in West Felton

Dear Blogger

WARNING - ROGUE TRADERS

This was very distressing for a West Felton resident - see attached from Colleen

NEVER believe a cold caller in an unmarked van

If looking for a trader, ask around neighbours, friends the Business Directory

Have your list of regular traders, with a their company details on the van

Confirm the time they will be calling - preferably by email

Don`t get caught.

Road to Myddle to open on Friday 12th December

Dear Blogger

I have just been asked when the road to Myddle will re-open. I understood it was to be on Wednesday but the signs are still up.  So we looked it up on the Council website and now

The Baschurch to Myddle road will re-open on

Friday 12th December

One wonders what the heck they are doing to take so long.

Books looking for a home `Silhouette` the story of the factory at Harlescott

Dear Blogger

I am clearing out my books - we will start with

Did anyone out there work at Silhouette in Harlescott? Once a major employer of women in Shrewsbury making corsets & `girdles` and swimwear.

2 copies of `Silhouette` by Nigel Hinton

Keep looking, I have loads more books to get rid of for a donation to charity.

Oswestry Live - TONIGHT 5-10pm

Dear Blogger

REMINDER - TONIGHT IS OSWESTRY LIVE 5-10PM

CHRISTMAS IN OSWESTRY

https://www.visitoswestry.co.uk/a-magical-christmas-in-oswestry-your-festive-guide-and-a-chance-to-win-tickets-to-chirk-castle-in-2026/

Free weekend parking (6/7/13/14/20/21 Dec) and Free Saturday town bus services make getting around easy.

Entertainment & Events

Oswestry's calendar is packed with festive events. The 

Oswestry Christmas Live (5^th Dec 5-10pm) event features fairground rides, an ice rink, live music, and Santa's Grotto.

the largest Santa Run in Shropshire takes place on (7^th Dec) and fills Oswestry's streets with hundreds of Father Christmases on a 5K run.

The Christmas Parade (6^th Dec) and 

Illuminated Tractor Convoy (13^th Dec) add colour and excitement to the streets.

Maona Oswestry cinema - December films

Dear Blogger

Message from Holly Maries at Maona Oswestry Independent Cinema

Please see Maona Cinema listings for December attached.

 

Please note not all films are up on the website yet but we are working to get these up as soon as possible for people to book.

 

Best wishes

Holly

 

 

Holly Maries Duty Manager   holly@maonacinema.com   www.maonacinema.com   This email is intended only for the use of the individual to which it is addressed and may contain confidential or privileged information.

Booka Bookshop presents An Evening with Jo Wicks

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Message from Booka Bookshop

Booka Bookshop Presents... Thursday 11th December 2025, 7.00pm (doors 6.15pm) at The Holroyd Community Theatre, Oswestry, SY10 7SZ   Join us for an evening with hugely popular health and fitness star Joe Wicks as he delivers more cookery inspiration with his new book Protein in 15. National Treasure Joe Wicks is back with Protein in 15, packed with quick, delicious protein-packed and unprocessed recipes for the whole family. We all need protein to help us balance blood sugar, build muscle, and maintain energy and concentration. Whether you're an experienced gym-goer, a mid-life woman battling peri-menopausal symptoms or simply want to boost your protein without relying on ready-made bars and shakes and protein powder this book is for you. Real food for real people, the recipes are tight on time but big on flavour and are made with easy-to-source, unprocessed ingredients. Whether you fancy a spicy chicken burger, banging steak burritos, meat-free Bolognese, creamy chicken harissa pasta, this book is for you with over a quarter of the recipes suitable for vegetarians. Chapters include: – Easy-peasy dinners – Plant-powered meals – Lunchbox inspo – Home takeaways – Fast prep slow-cook bangers – Pasta and noodle winners Protein in 15 will show you that it's possible to eat a protein-rich diet using fresh, whole foods without any powders or chemical nasties. We're thrilled to welcome Joe back to Oswestry to celebrate the publication of his new book – don't miss this great opportunity to see and meet him!     Further Information 01691 662244 | hello@bookabookshop.co.uk | Message via social media