Independent Funeral Celebrant - help with the dying and relatives

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I have a new addition to the Business Directory

An independent Funeral Celebrant, or Death Doula, helps someone who is dying and their families, offering emotional and practical support.  They do not replace doctors or nurses.

chaplaintru.co.uk@gmail.com

Booka Bookshop An evening with Patrick Gale

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Message from Booka Bookshop

An Evening with Patrick Gale - Love Lane Wed 25th March 2026 - 7.00pm (doors 6.15pm)  The Holroyd Community Theatre, Oswestry, SY10 7SZ Join us for an evening with much loved author Patrick Gale as he talks about his new novel Love Lane.  1950s Northern England. Three generations of men, two of women. And A Place Called Winter's Harry Cane has returned from Canada…. When veteran Canadian wheat farmer, Harry Cane is obliged to sell up and sail home to an England transformed by two world wars, his arrival triggers unwelcome self-examination for the family he abandoned, and for whom he has never been more than a distant myth. His daughter feels duty bound to take him in but is riven with doubt and ambushed by a long buried anger she has never before expressed. Harry's effect on the next generation is less predictable, and enables his granddaughter to deal with an unspeakable trauma, while her gentle husband feels seen for who he truly is. Can Harry stay and make a new life before it's too late, or will he find himself cast out again, punished for having witnessed and understood too much? From the rural plains of Canada to 1950s Liverpool and Yorkshire, Love Lane is a searing portrayal of escape and entrapment, and a powerful exploration of what home and family can really be. Less a sequel to A Place Called Winter than an adjacent novel, it's designed to stand alone and will equally excite fans of the earlier novel. We hosted events with Patrick for his previous novels Take Nothing With You in 2018 and Mother's Boy in 2022. Now, we are delighted to welcome back one of our favourite novelists to celebrate the publication of Love Lane.

Booka Bookshop event, an evening with crime writer Clare Mackintosh

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Message from Booka Bookshop

AN EVENING WITH CRIME WRITER CLARE MACINTOSH - Wednesday 1st April

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A few bedding plants

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Some spare beding plug plants - keep them in the greenhouse or conservatory

8 begonias

6 petunias

Email me if you want them

REVLON GIRL Stage 5 production at several venues

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Message forwarded by Ingrid Knowles Oswestry net

REVLON GIRL production by Stage Five Theatre Group at several venues

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Coffee Morning in Victoria Room Saturday 21st March

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Message from Margaret

COFFEE MORNING AT VICTORIA ROOM - Saturday 21st March 2026

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Reminder - St. Matthews Passion, Cantiones, Ellesmere College

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Cantoines Choir - ST. JOHN PASSION

Just over a week ... It will be glorious ... Don't miss it!

Chilcott: St John Passion
Cantiones Choir, Ellesmere Chapel Choir, Ellesmere College Choral Society
Saturday, 14th March at 7pm
St Oswald's Chapel, Ellesmere College
Tickets £15 (U18s free) from
Siop Cwlwm or the Willow Gallery in Oswestry, on the door or online at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/cantioneschoir

Oswestry - so much to see and do

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If Oswestry is such a good place for visitors, why not locals take advantage of its attractions.

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Spring into Oswestry & the Borderlands: Easter Days Out This spring, swap screen time for big skies, market-town charm and borderland adventures. From Oswestry's independent shops and food stops to countryside walks with far-reaching views, the area makes an easy Easter break—whether you're planning a family day out, some nights away or a slow Sunday drive into Wales. Why Oswestry? A proper market town feel with independents, cafés and a warm welcome—perfect for a springtime potter. Borderlands scenery on the doorstep: rolling Shropshire countryside meets the wilder edges of Wales for walks, viewpoints and quiet lanes. History you can touch, from hillfort landscapes to railway heritage and lively local stories. Easy to do in a day (and even better for a weekend), with plenty of options whatever the weather decides to do. Easter and spring highlights Plan your visit around the Easter holidays and you'll find the Borderlands in full colour—fresh leaves, lambs in the fields and longer, lighter evenings. Many local attractions and visitor centres run seasonal trails and family activities at this time of year, so it's worth checking what's on before you travel. Family-friendly trails and treasure hunts at local attractions—ideal for burning off chocolate-fuelled energy. Bluebell-season woodland strolls and gentle riverside walks for a slower pace. Picnic-with-a-view moments—pack a blanket and chase the spring sunshine between showers. Pop-into-town comfort: independent shopping, galleries and coffee stops when the weather turns. Days out and things to do In the town Start with an easy wander around Oswestry's centre—browse independent shops, pick up local treats and look out for heritage details as you go. If you're visiting with little ones, build in a playground stop and a relaxed lunch so the day stays unhurried. Into the Borderlands Within minutes you can be out among the fields and hills that give the Borderlands their character. Choose a short, muddy-boot loop, a longer ridge-walk, or a scenic drive with stop-offs for photos and fresh air. Bring a light waterproof and decent shoes—spring here is beautiful, but it likes to keep you guessing. Heritage, stories and slower travel The Oswestry area sits on a historic threshold—English and Welsh influences meeting and mingling over centuries. Add a museum or heritage stop to your itinerary, follow a waymarked trail, or simply take the slower roads and let the landscape do the talking. Eat, drink, and take a taste home Make time for a long lunch: cosy pubs, friendly cafés and independent bakers are part of the Oswestry experience. Look for seasonal specials and local produce, then pick up something for later—cheese, chutneys, baked goods or a chocolate treat that somehow survives the journey home. Three easy spring itineraries Family day out: morning town wander + picnic + a seasonal trail/activity at a nearby attraction + early tea and cake. Two-night Easter break: slow start with brunch and take in the Oswestry Easter Events, afternoon countryside-walk, pub dinner; next day explore the Borderlands by car with short walks and viewpoint stops. Walkers' weekend: choose one longer route and one shorter 'reward' walk, with time for a relaxed café stop and a browse of independent shops between boots-off sessions. Plan your visit Spring and Easter are popular, so if you're staying overnight it pays to book ahead. Check opening times for any attractions you'd like to visit, and if you're heading out on the hills, take a quick look at the forecast and daylight times. However you do it—day trip or longer — Oswestry and the Borderlands deliver that satisfying mix of fresh air, good food and proper get-away-from-it-all ease. This Easter, Oswestry is ready when you are. Find Out More

Reminder - OBHAG Talk on Bog Bodies & Head Cults

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Message from Heather Hidden, OBHAG

Oswestry & Border History & Archaeology Group 

  Our next meeting is at the Methodist Church Hall, Castle Street SY11 1LF

Friday 13th March at 7.30 pm 

'Bog Bodies and Head Cults'

With  Tim Malim, OBHAG President

Tim is currently Principal Archaeologist with the Clwyd Powys Archaeological Trust and the talk will draw on his wide knowledge of bronze and iron age culture.  

The talk will be preceded by a brief AGM.

      Entry:Visitors £5 Members £2  

OBHAG

WANTED - fish for a big clean pond

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Message from Andy Snell, Ruyton

WANTED, FISH FOR A BIG CLEAN POND

I am after about 20 fish for my large pond this year…if you have any or know of any I'd be very happy 

to contribute to your charity box. 

Gold or native brown fish ideal!!

  Many thanks,  Andy 

Contact andytheone@icloud.com

Folk music in Oswestry

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Message forwarded by Ingrid, Oswestry.net

We now have just shy of 150 of you on our mailing list which is great news to know so many are interested in Folk Music and its

promotion and survival in Oswestry and district. On the strength of this we have gone ahead and produced a year long programme of events

which many of you will have received a poster of. For those of you new to our mailing list I have attached another copy. 

With 150 on the list it is also only right to point out the current venues we are using, the Oswestry Cricket Club and the Hermon Chapel are limited to 100 capacity

so we advise that it is sensible to get your tickets for the events early so as not to be disappointed. Our next gig is just two weeks away and features the superb

duo of Sound of the Sirens. Tickets for this are selling well so grab yours while you can!

On a separate note Lights Out Events were responsible for the very successful and well supported Wilfred Owen festival in 2025 with Folk Music, Classical Music, Drama and Poetry events etc.

It is hoped (funding application pending) to reproduce this in March 2027. If anybody is interested in helping or being involved in some way please get in touch via our email.

regards Chris

LADS just one week to go to book for 2 one act playts

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Message from LADS Llanymynech Amateur Dramatic Society

ONE WEEK TO GO… Two intriguing tales that twist and turn towards unexpected outcomes! The sandwiches are packed and the knitting is coming along nicely. Join the LADS for our annual One Act Plays ahead of the MCDA Competition Llanymynech Village Hall 13, 14 March 19:45pm Oswestry Community Centre 29 March 14:30pm

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Shine your light! LADS is raising funds to buy new portable lighting for our indoor and outdoor performances – and you can be part of it! Saturday 18 April 19:45 Oswestry Community Centre BUY TICKETS

A Midsummer Nights Dream Performance Dates Sunday 7 June 14:30 Monday 8 June 19:45 Friday 12 June 19:45 Saturday 13 June 14:30/ 19:45 Sunday 14 June 14:30 Venues to be confirmed

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Ruyton XI Towns WI AGM, Quiz & Social

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Message from Pat Fraser forwarded by Margaret

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Ruyton XI Towns WI AGM, QUIZ & SOCIAL - Tuesday 10th March

Easter Chick Felting at Cliffe Crafts

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Message from Joanna at Cliffe Crafts

We do have a couple of places remaining next Monday for our Easter Chick Felting event. We start at 10am at the Orchard on the Cliffe. Please email cliffecrafts@gmail.com to reserve your place and support a great charity the Lingen Davies Cancer Support fund at the same time

Jo

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An Evening with medium & spiritualist @ Weston Lullingfields

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Message from Phil Dent Weston Lullingfields

AN EVENING WITH JACEY MARSH MEDIUM & SPIRITUALIST - 14th March, Weston Village Hall

Jacey is a natural born MEDIUM who has been working as a spiritual clairvoyant medium for over 30 years.

She has worked in many Spiritualist Churches in the Midlands, Wales, Devon and other areas. She has also worked in Australia, Switzerland and France. 

She has regular internet clients from all over the world, who have had readings many times over the years.

When you have a READING with Jacey, she will work on both a SPIRITUAL and a PSYCHIC level.

On the spiritual level, her guides will allow loved ones who have passed into a spiritual life, to come close, and be part of the "conversation". 

This is only done with LOVE, so is nothing scary.

With her PSYCHIC gift, Jacey will read your energy field (aura).