Shropshire Live

26/05/2026

Travel News: Following this afternoon's storm, a drain cover has lifted and will require repairs on Mount Pleasant Road in Shrewsbury.

Traffic is slow in the area.

Thank you to Aisling for letting us know.

26/05/2026

With this incredible sunshine, Haughmond Hill is under an amber wildfire risk 🚒 This means that, if a fire starts, it could spread quickly and easily. Remember never to light a BBQ, fire, or stove in the forest and help us keep the countryside safe 💚

26/05/2026

A local soldier has been awarded Telford and Wrekin’s highest civic honour, alongside formal recognition for the Chair of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust for his role in safeguarding the borough’s internationally significant heritage.

A local soldier has been awarded Telford and Wrekin’s highest civic honour, alongside formal recognition for the Chair of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust.

26/05/2026

A Shropshire man’s ingenious garden retreat has emerged as an early frontrunner in the annual Shed of the Year competition, which is celebrating its milestone 20th anniversary this year.

A Shropshire man’s ingenious garden retreat has emerged as an early frontrunner in the annual Shed of the Year competition.

26/05/2026

Travel News: A collision is causing delays on the A5 near the Shotatton Crossroads this morning.

26/05/2026

Market Drayton is to be officially recognised as a coach-friendly destination today, something it’s hoped will lead to an increase in the number of people visiting the town and its markets.

Market Drayton is to be officially recognised as a coach-friendly destination next week, something it’s hoped will lead to an increase in the number of people visiting the town and its markets.

26/05/2026

Telford & Wrekin Council’s leisure services have been awarded The Active Standard, marking an important milestone in their continued commitment to providing safe, inclusive and high-quality facilities for residents and visitors.

26/05/2026

A major new network of accessible viewpoints has been launched across the Shropshire Hills National Landscape, opening up some of the county’s most famous vistas to visitors with a range of mobility and sensory needs.

26/05/2026

Shropshire Weather: After a warm start, temperatures will rise in the strong sunshine and become exceptionally hot by this afternoon. Very localised thunderstorms may develop later, but most places will stay dry. A high of 33C.

25/05/2026

Shropshire responded well to defeat in their opening match of this season’s NCCA T20 competition to impressively win the day’s second game against Cheshire by eight wickets.

Shropshire responded well to defeat in their opening match of this season's NCCA T20 competition to impressively win the day's second game against Cheshire by eight wickets.

25/05/2026

Travel News: A collision which has left glass over the road at Battlefield Roundabout is causing delays.

Especially from Upper Battlefield towards the roundabout.

Thank you to Colin for letting us know and also to Ellie.