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Naming rights go up for sale at Shropshire Council landmarks including Theatre Severn and Shrewsbury Museum

Naming rights are going up for sale at some of the Shropshire's most popular public visitor attractions.

Supporting image for story: Naming rights go up for sale at Shropshire Council landmarks including Theatre Severn and Shrewsbury Museum

Supporting image for story: World-famous Flying Scotsman to visit West Midlands this month - dates and prices

World-famous Flying Scotsman to visit West Midlands this month - dates and prices

Supporting image for story: Man denies affray and threatening family with blade in Market Drayton

Man denies affray and threatening family with blade in Market Drayton

Supporting image for story: Britain's biggest towns ranked best to worst, including Telford - here's how The Telegraph has rated our Shropshire town

Britain's biggest towns ranked best to worst, including Telford - here's how The Telegraph has rated our Shropshire town

Supporting image for story: 20mph zones planned for outside two Shrewsbury primary schools

20mph zones planned for outside two Shrewsbury primary schools

Supporting image for story: Globe-trotting Telford adventurer couple prepare for six-year journey around the world in Trevor the Toyota

Globe-trotting Telford adventurer couple prepare for six-year journey around the world in Trevor the Toyota

Supporting image for story: 'Sometimes I have nightmares about him': 'Disgusting' man, 32, spat on his ex and drove a car at her in Shifnal

'Sometimes I have nightmares about him': 'Disgusting' man, 32, spat on his ex and drove a car at her in Shifnal

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World-famous Flying Scotsman to visit West Midlands this month - dates and prices

Gavin Cowan hints at imminent goalkeeper coach appointment at Shrewsbury Town

World-famous Flying Scotsman to visit West Midlands this month - dates and prices

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Supporting image for story: Robbie Williams is ready to treat fans at The Halls in Wolverhampton to a night to remember

Robbie Williams is ready to treat fans at The Halls in Wolverhampton to a night to remember

Supporting image for story: Speed limit change proposed for tiny Shropshire village

Speed limit change proposed for tiny Shropshire village

Supporting image for story: Shropshire retro: 27 images capturing life across the county in 1967

Shropshire retro: 27 images capturing life across the county in 1967

Supporting image for story: ‘We're proud to produce safe, affordable and traceable food and are trying to do it sustainably’: Shropshire poultry farmers defend their industry after criticism

‘We're proud to produce safe, affordable and traceable food and are trying to do it sustainably’: Shropshire poultry farmers defend their industry after criticism

Supporting image for story: Telford and Wrekin's school readiness target higher than average as council is told to get more than three quarters of children to a 'good level of development'

Telford and Wrekin's school readiness target higher than average as council is told to get more than three quarters of children to a 'good level of development'

Supporting image for story: Stalker, 33, who went into Shrewsbury woman's home at night is given restraining order and hefty fine

Stalker, 33, who went into Shrewsbury woman's home at night is given restraining order and hefty fine

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Supporting image for story: Local dog owners enjoy fresh feeding support as Years launches in stores with special offer

Local dog owners enjoy fresh feeding support as Years launches in stores with special offer

Supporting image for story: Drug and alcohol treatment charity launches ‘Saving Lives, Together’ campaign to expand life-saving health services

Drug and alcohol treatment charity launches ‘Saving Lives, Together’ campaign to expand life-saving health services

Supporting image for story: Church Stretton care home achieves 'Good' rating from care regulator

Church Stretton care home achieves 'Good' rating from care regulator

Supporting image for story: Housing Plus Group becomes official access point for Stop Loan Sharks

Housing Plus Group becomes official access point for Stop Loan Sharks

Supporting image for story: Market Drayton Air Cadet raises £5,300 in 100km challenge

Market Drayton Air Cadet raises £5,300 in 100km challenge

Supporting image for story: Uncover a royal mystery in Market Drayton this February

Uncover a royal mystery in Market Drayton this February

Sport

Gavin Cowan hints at imminent goalkeeper coach appointment at Shrewsbury Town

Gavin Cowan hopes to welcome a new goalkeeper coach at Shrewsbury Town in the coming days.

Supporting image for story: Gavin Cowan hints at imminent goalkeeper coach appointment at Shrewsbury Town

Supporting image for story: “There was progression” - Gavin Cowan remains upbeat despite Shrewsbury Town’s loss at Colchester United

“There was progression” - Gavin Cowan remains upbeat despite Shrewsbury Town’s loss at Colchester United

Supporting image for story: Liam Keen's Wolves player ratings v Chelsea after defensive disaster

Liam Keen's Wolves player ratings v Chelsea after defensive disaster

Supporting image for story: Watch: Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s defeat to Colchester United

Watch: Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s defeat to Colchester United

Supporting image for story: Lewis Cox's West Brom player ratings: Eight for star man and several sevens as improved Albion earn point

Lewis Cox's West Brom player ratings: Eight for star man and several sevens as improved Albion earn point

Supporting image for story: Colchester United 2-0 Shrewsbury Town: Away woes continue as first-half double sinks Salop

Colchester United 2-0 Shrewsbury Town: Away woes continue as first-half double sinks Salop

Supporting image for story: "Ludicrous mistakes" - Rob Edwards left frustrated after Wolves' latest defeat

"Ludicrous mistakes" - Rob Edwards left frustrated after Wolves' latest defeat

Shrewsbury Town FC

Supporting image for story: Gavin Cowan hints at imminent goalkeeper coach appointment at Shrewsbury Town

Gavin Cowan hints at imminent goalkeeper coach appointment at Shrewsbury Town

Supporting image for story: Watch: Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s defeat to Colchester United

Watch: Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s defeat to Colchester United

Supporting image for story: “There was progression” - Gavin Cowan remains upbeat despite Shrewsbury Town’s loss at Colchester United

“There was progression” - Gavin Cowan remains upbeat despite Shrewsbury Town’s loss at Colchester United

AFC Telford United

Supporting image for story: AFC Telford United suffer first league defeat of 2026

AFC Telford United suffer first league defeat of 2026

Supporting image for story: "Hopefully he will be here for a few years to come" - Kevin Wilkin praises 'patient' Telford midfielder after goal-scoring cameo in midweek

"Hopefully he will be here for a few years to come" - Kevin Wilkin praises 'patient' Telford midfielder after goal-scoring cameo in midweek

Supporting image for story: Kevin Wilkin: Consistency of selection key to Telford's improved defensive record

Kevin Wilkin: Consistency of selection key to Telford's improved defensive record

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

Supporting image for story: Liam Keen's Wolves player ratings v Chelsea after defensive disaster

Liam Keen's Wolves player ratings v Chelsea after defensive disaster

Supporting image for story: "Ludicrous mistakes" - Rob Edwards left frustrated after Wolves' latest defeat

"Ludicrous mistakes" - Rob Edwards left frustrated after Wolves' latest defeat

Supporting image for story: Liam Keen's video analysis as Wolves lose to Chelsea

Liam Keen's video analysis as Wolves lose to Chelsea

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Supporting image for story: Watch: Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s defeat to Colchester United

Watch: Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s defeat to Colchester United

Supporting image for story: 'Solid start': Luke Powell analysis as Shrewsbury kick off Gavin Cowan era with point against Barnet

'Solid start': Luke Powell analysis as Shrewsbury kick off Gavin Cowan era with point against Barnet

Supporting image for story: Watch: Key takeaways from new Shrewsbury Town boss Gavin Cowan's first press conference

Watch: Key takeaways from new Shrewsbury Town boss Gavin Cowan's first press conference

Supporting image for story: Latest Shrewsbury Town update: Gavin Cowan appointed head coach

Latest Shrewsbury Town update: Gavin Cowan appointed head coach

Supporting image for story: Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s defeat at Cambridge United

Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s defeat at Cambridge United

Supporting image for story: Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s heavy defeat at MK Dons

Luke Powell analyses Shrewsbury Town’s heavy defeat at MK Dons

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Entertainment

World-famous Flying Scotsman to visit West Midlands this month - dates and prices

A short video explains the key details of the Flying Scotsman’s 2026 tour.

Supporting image for story: World-famous Flying Scotsman to visit West Midlands this month - dates and prices

Supporting image for story: Pirates take over Alton Towers for half term - with family short breaks from £64 per person

Pirates take over Alton Towers for half term - with family short breaks from £64 per person

Supporting image for story: Britain's biggest towns ranked best to worst, including Telford - here's how The Telegraph has rated our Shropshire town

Britain's biggest towns ranked best to worst, including Telford - here's how The Telegraph has rated our Shropshire town

Supporting image for story: Robbie Williams is ready to treat fans at The Halls in Wolverhampton to a night to remember

Robbie Williams is ready to treat fans at The Halls in Wolverhampton to a night to remember

Supporting image for story: We visited a Much Wenlock pub which is a cornerstone of the community and well loved by locals

We visited a Much Wenlock pub which is a cornerstone of the community and well loved by locals

Supporting image for story: Damien Hirst artwork joins Bob Dylan pieces set to under the hammer at Shropshire auction

Damien Hirst artwork joins Bob Dylan pieces set to under the hammer at Shropshire auction

Supporting image for story: Angela Rippon says it is ‘never too late’ to start dancing and reap its benefits

Angela Rippon says it is ‘never too late’ to start dancing and reap its benefits

Supporting image for story: A Cardiff-based indie folk singer is returning to Presteigne with his most personal work yet

A Cardiff-based indie folk singer is returning to Presteigne with his most personal work yet

Supporting image for story: The film North by Northwest will be shown at a venue near Knighton

The film North by Northwest will be shown at a venue near Knighton

Supporting image for story: The aftershave I'm treating my man to this Valentines - now 25% off

The aftershave I'm treating my man to this Valentines - now 25% off

Supporting image for story: ‘Shrewsbury can’t put on its flower show - so why not have one in Bridgnorth?’ Town’s Pride organiser in bold proposal

‘Shrewsbury can’t put on its flower show - so why not have one in Bridgnorth?’ Town’s Pride organiser in bold proposal

Supporting image for story: 'I'm a traditional oral storyteller in Shrewsbury and I'm bringing tales of ancient Celtic women to stages across the UK'

'I'm a traditional oral storyteller in Shrewsbury and I'm bringing tales of ancient Celtic women to stages across the UK'

Supporting image for story: Midlands Heroes: No sign of chequered flag yet for Suzi Perry

Midlands Heroes: No sign of chequered flag yet for Suzi Perry

Supporting image for story: Winter Olympics opens in style with unprecedented double cauldron lighting

Winter Olympics opens in style with unprecedented double cauldron lighting

Supporting image for story: Mariah Carey wows crowds with Italian song at Winter Olympics opening ceremony

Mariah Carey wows crowds with Italian song at Winter Olympics opening ceremony

Crime

Supporting image for story: 'Sometimes I have nightmares about him': 'Disgusting' man, 32, spat on his ex and drove a car at her in Shifnal

'Sometimes I have nightmares about him': 'Disgusting' man, 32, spat on his ex and drove a car at her in Shifnal

Supporting image for story: Man denies affray and threatening family with blade in Market Drayton

Man denies affray and threatening family with blade in Market Drayton

Supporting image for story: Stalker, 33, who went into Shrewsbury woman's home at night is given restraining order and hefty fine

Stalker, 33, who went into Shrewsbury woman's home at night is given restraining order and hefty fine

Supporting image for story: Teenager appears in court charged with murder of Leicester student

Teenager appears in court charged with murder of Leicester student

Supporting image for story: Police appeal for help to find man with links to Shrewsbury wanted for serious offences

Police appeal for help to find man with links to Shrewsbury wanted for serious offences

Supporting image for story: 'Stupid' Wolverhampton dad, 38, who was shot in the leg had bullets and £78,000 of drugs in flat where he looked after young daughters

'Stupid' Wolverhampton dad, 38, who was shot in the leg had bullets and £78,000 of drugs in flat where he looked after young daughters

Business

Supporting image for story: Naming rights go up for sale at Shropshire Council landmarks including Theatre Severn and Shrewsbury Museum

Naming rights go up for sale at Shropshire Council landmarks including Theatre Severn and Shrewsbury Museum

Supporting image for story: 'More tiring than a walk': We visit Shropshire's new 'dog sensory room' full of puzzles, jungle noises and treats to stimulate canine minds

'More tiring than a walk': We visit Shropshire's new 'dog sensory room' full of puzzles, jungle noises and treats to stimulate canine minds

Supporting image for story: “Rural communities are fed up with being treated as an afterthought,” says Powys politician amid parcel woes

“Rural communities are fed up with being treated as an afterthought,” says Powys politician amid parcel woes

Supporting image for story: The Weekend of Mistakes is returning to Hay Castle this March

The Weekend of Mistakes is returning to Hay Castle this March

Supporting image for story: Shropshire Growth Hub launches new business boost programme

Shropshire Growth Hub launches new business boost programme

Supporting image for story: 23 Shropshire businesses get new food hygiene ratings - including Telford pub which plans to open chippy

23 Shropshire businesses get new food hygiene ratings - including Telford pub which plans to open chippy

Education

Supporting image for story: 20mph zones planned for outside two Shrewsbury primary schools

20mph zones planned for outside two Shrewsbury primary schools

Supporting image for story: Telford and Wrekin's school readiness target higher than average as council is told to get more than three quarters of children to a 'good level of development'

Telford and Wrekin's school readiness target higher than average as council is told to get more than three quarters of children to a 'good level of development'

Supporting image for story: Dancing, languages, food and fun as Shrewsbury kids learn about foreign cultures at school's International Day

Dancing, languages, food and fun as Shrewsbury kids learn about foreign cultures at school's International Day

Supporting image for story: The Weekend of Mistakes is returning to Hay Castle this March

The Weekend of Mistakes is returning to Hay Castle this March

Supporting image for story: Shropshire Council sets school admission arrangements for next two years

Shropshire Council sets school admission arrangements for next two years

Supporting image for story: 'Warm, homely and nurturing' Shropshire village nursery praised by Ofsted after disputed 'inadequate' rating

'Warm, homely and nurturing' Shropshire village nursery praised by Ofsted after disputed 'inadequate' rating

Motors

Supporting image for story: UK Drive: Is the Porsche GT3 Touring still the go-to performance road car?

UK Drive: Is the Porsche GT3 Touring still the go-to performance road car?

Supporting image for story: First Ride: The Ducati Multistrada V2S is an adventure bike with added thrills

First Ride: The Ducati Multistrada V2S is an adventure bike with added thrills

Supporting image for story: These are the best crossovers on the market today

These are the best crossovers on the market today

Supporting image for story: UK Drive: Can Skoda bring the vRS experience to the Elroq?

UK Drive: Can Skoda bring the vRS experience to the Elroq?

Supporting image for story: Who are The Grand Tour’s new presenters?

Who are The Grand Tour’s new presenters?

Supporting image for story: Polished Debut: The Deepal S07 EV

Polished Debut: The Deepal S07 EV