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BBC News
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Telford carnival returns with procession and family fun day
A town is ready for the return of a "beloved" carnival which features free children's activities and a colourful procession, said organisers. People can line the streets for Oakengates Carnival in Telford on Saturday and enjoy a parade with performers and vintage vehicles between 11:30 BST and midday. The procession, which involves some road closures, is followed by a family fun day at Hartshill Park until 19:00. Attractions include alpacas, circus skills, an inflatable assault course and entertainment on the music stage, said Shropshire Town Council said it asked the group to run the event again after the success of its last carnival in 2023. "Shropshire Festivals delivered a fantastic event back in 2023, which attracted thousands of visitors, said the town's mayor, councillor Stephen Reynolds. He added "excitement was building in the town" ahead of the return of the "beloved Oakengates Carnival". "We can't wait to host a free, family day of fun for our community and show visitors just how much our great little town has to offer," Reynolds said. He added it was a chance for the community "to celebrate the summer together". Last summer, due to financial considerations and redevelopment in the area, the town council said it decided to support businesses with an "enhanced high street celebration", instead of a carnival. This year's music stage includes entertainment from choirs, community groups and local bands - Something 4 The Weekend, Wired 2 Party, and Groove Dynamite. Beth Heath, from Shropshire Festivals, said they had lined up free activities for "a full day of entertainment for the whole family" and thanked the event's sponsors, including Kraft Heinz in Telford. Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
BBC News
09-07-2025
- General
- BBC News
Oakengates Town Council submit plans to move library
Plans have been submitted to give a library a brand new home, as part of a town's major two-year Town Council is taking ownership of the library, currently located at community venue the Wakes, from Telford and Wrekin the plans would see it moved into new units on 6-8 Limes new units would be delivered as part of the Theatre Quarter regeneration project, which also includes an indoor seating area and pedestrianised area outside. Telford and Wrekin Council said the that taking ownership would ensure the library service which is "essential" would plans have been submitted for the change in use of the units, and is set to be completed and ready for opening "later in the year", it added."The library is temporarily located at the Wakes," the town council said."Relocating it to Limes Walk will make it much more accessible, giving residents access to an improved library and ICT services, educational and job search resources, together with essential first-point facilities for residents of all ages."This is a significant step forward in securing the library's future and the services it provides to our residents and visitors." Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
