See attached for details of the election of Parish Councillors on 1st May 2025
Make a difference and join the Parish Council
Adderely residents are encouraged to consider Making a Difference.
Shropshire residents are being encouraged to consider making a difference and stand to become a parish councillor in their local community as nominations open for this year’s parish elections on 1st May. For details of the council elections see the separate news post.
Are you passionate about your local community? Do you want to contribute to its future, help shape decisions, and make a positive impact? Becoming a parish councillor is your chance to make a difference in your village or town.
On May 1st Shropshire votes to elect its parish and town councils for the next four years. There is a parish or town council in every community across Shropshire. Our Councils are at the heart of your local community and despite the challenging times, do some great work.
Parish councils are the first tier of local government here in Shropshire and provide an important voice for communities. As a parish councillor, you’ll have the opportunity to represent the needs and aspirations of residents, tackle local issues, and work on projects that truly make a difference. From improving community facilities to addressing environmental concerns, councillors are at the forefront of making their communities better places to live, work, and visit.
Together, let’s build a stronger, more vibrant community. Take the first step today and become a parish councillor—because your voice matters, go on make a difference in your local community!
What Do Parish Councillors Do?
- Represent residents’ views and make decisions on their behalf.
- Influence changes and developments in the local area.
- Support initiatives that enhance the well-being of the community.
- Manage budgets for local services and projects.
- Collaborate with local organisations, councils, and groups to address issues.
Who Can Become a Parish Councillor?
You don’t need special qualifications—just a genuine passion for your community and a willingness to learn. Parish councils’ welcome people from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you care about your community and want to make a difference, you have what it takes to be a councillor.
Why Should You Consider It?
Being a parish councillor is an incredibly rewarding experience. Not only will you gain valuable skills such as teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving, but you’ll also leave a lasting legacy in your community. It’s your chance to bring your ideas to life, address pressing local concerns, and work collaboratively with others who share your vision.
How to Get Involved
Nominations for the Shropshire parish council elections are now open. If you’re interested in standing as a candidate or learning more about the role, contact your local parish or town council, visit the Shropshire Association of Local Council’s website or Shropshire Council’s website Local Elections 2025
Details of the election on 1st May are in a separate news post.
For further comment or information, please contact Councillor Ray Wickson on 07701312547.
Job Opportunity at the Village Hall
Adderley’s 1% Club Team Challenge
Something New….
Adderley’s 1% Club Team Challenge. “Loosely” based on ITV’s 1% Club. Teams of 4 are recommended but this is not a requirement.
January 25th, from 7:30pm
Adderley Village Hall
To confirm your place please contact me direct…Cheers Phil
Carol Service Sunday 22 December
Join us for a traditional Carol Service at St Peter’s Church, Adderley on Sunday 22 December at 6:30pm. All are welcome.
Date Change for Adderley Christmas Lights and Carol Service
Due to the windy weather today this evening’s Christmas lights and Carol Service at Adderley has been postponed.
The good news is it’s all on for next Saturday 14th December from 6:30pm, Santa and The Pizza man will be there.
See you then.
Cheers Phil.
D Day at Adderley Village Hall – 8 June 2024
Saturday the 8th June was D Day at Adderley Village Hall. There was a superb transformation of the hall and all credit to Phil & Carol Gadd and Ben Wrathall.
We entered through war time posters and heritage boards showing Adderley at war, the Home Guard and the prisoners of war at Adderley Hall working on the farms.
Through from the bar into the main room via a camouflaged net tunnel an impressive sight greeted us with the 13 flags of all the D Day participating countries hanging from the walls and the illuminated “Lest we Forget Soldiers”.
Flags, poppies and mess tins were on the tables. The stage was set with TV screens showing a rolling sequence of the beaches and the landings.
Andrew Swindale gave a short talk on D Day and its vital role in liberating Western Europe and the role of The Kings Shropshire Light Infantry and their part in taking the German surrender from Grand Admiral Dönitz on the 7th of May 1945.
Music was provided by the excellent Terry and his TJQ band of keyboard, saxophonist and Jan singing all the old songs plus some pre-war jazz.
Food was provided by a team from “Master Chef” with recipes from the ration book and consisted of hot pot and bread and butter followed by a delicious array of appropriate puds: bread and butter pudding, trifle, pineapple upside down cake, apple pie, fruit salad and poor man’s pudding.
Thanks to Paul and Val Nash for providing the Heritage Boards for the D Day event.
The bar was selling well and there had to be an emergency resupply of Guinness which entailed Phil travelling to rear entrance at Morrisons.
Thank you to all who helped to make this D Day evening so entertaining and memorable.
You must be logged in to post a comment.