News

Hodnet Planning Application

An outline planning application has been lodged for a development of 20 homes off Drayton Road in Hodnet.

The yellow arrows show the existing footpath. However, there will be a proposed footpath north of the site that would link to Wollerton
The Proposed Site

It is possible to view the full planning application via Shropshire Council’s Planning Portal. The reference number of this application is 26/01717/OUT. Any comments can also be made via the portal and should be made by 8th June.

Public Inquiry into Ollerton – Peplow Bridleway

A long awaited inquiry into this matter is due to start on 9th Sept 2025, and will be held at the Festival Centre, Market Drayton, over 3 days.

Many local folk reading this will have supported the (ClipCLOP) campaign in some manner (e.g. by providing evidence of past use &/or a donation) and many more will no doubt be intersted to learn more – and to maybe consider what they might be able to do to assist at this late stage (i.e. make a donation!).

For more information, please click this LINK

Shropshire Recycling Centres

This just in from Shropshire Council!

Recycling centre booking system

HRC new

From Monday 17 February:

People visiting one of our five recycling centres by CAR will no longer need to book in advance – but may be asked to show proof that they live in Shropshire.

People visiting with a VAN or TRAILER will still need to book a slot, and must also show proof of residency when they arrive.

This change is being introduced following feedback from residents, and to make it as easy as possible for Shropshire residents to use the centres.

Book to visit with a van or trailer

A41 at Tern Hill to close for surface repairs

The A41 at Tern Hill will be closed for surface repairs from 9.30am to 4pm on Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 December 2024.

During the closures a signed diversion will be place – and access/egress for properties  and businesses within the closure will be maintained when safe to do so. Depending on their vehicle type, road users may be able to choose an alternative diversion route.

People are asked not to park on the road during the day whilst the work is in progress.

All planned roadworks are subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. Any changes will be displayed on the yellow advanced warning signs.

During the work, access to the works area will be restricted to:

  • Local residents who live and reside within the road closure
  • Businesses located within the closure (if applicable)
  • Pedestrians, dismounted cyclists and equestrians
  • Emergency vehicles

Changes to Garden Waste Collections

If you want to have your garden waste bin emptied after 1 October 2024 you can now subscribe to Shropshire Council’s garden waste service.

A year’s subscription costs £56 per garden waste bin and runs from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2025. If you’ve not subscribed, garden waste collections will stop from 1 October 2024 .

To subscribe click on the link below.

Subscribe here

A53 in Shawbury to close for resurfacing work

The A53 in Shawbury,  from Aries Drive to Wytheford Road, is to be resurfaced from Tuesday 3 to Friday 13 September 2024.

Work will take place between 9.30am and 4pm and the road will be closed during these times.

During the closures a signed diversion will be place –