📚 More than just books…
Did you know people are travelling into Market Drayton specifically to attend activities at the library?
From crafts and games to community events, the library is helping bring people into town—who then stay longer, visit cafés and explore local shops.
It’s playing a bigger role than many people realise.
Find out more 👇
https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/more-than-books-how-libraries-help-bring-visitors-into-market-drayton/
Make it Market Drayton 💚
Coming to Family Fest? Why not make a full day of it? 👀
Market Drayton is packed with:
🛍 Independent shops
☕ Welcoming cafés
🍽 Local places to eat
🏛 A proper market-town atmosphere
Family Fest is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the event and explore the town.
📅 Saturday 2nd May | 10am–4pm
📍 Market Drayton Town Centre
👉 Everything you need to know:
🔗 https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/family-fest-comes-to-market-drayton/
Support local. Shop local. Enjoy local.
#MakeItMarketDrayton #FamilyFest #VisitShropshire
A visit to Fordhall Organic Farm is a great day out – but don’t forget to start in Market Drayton first.
Grab a coffee in town, explore the farm, visit the café and farm shop, and pick up organic meat from the butchers and local produce grown right on the farm.
Countryside, community and great food — all just minutes apart.
👉 https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/visiting-fordhall-farm/
#MakeItMarketDrayton #FordhallFarm #MarketDrayton #VisitShropshire #SupportLocal #OrganicFarming
Bring your little ones into Market Drayton for Diddi Dance every Tuesday (term time), 1:45pm–2:30pm at the Market Drayton Scout Hut.
A fun, teacher-led dance class for walking toddlers and pre-school children — perfect for girls and boys and their grown-ups.
✨ Trial/PAYG £7.50
✨ Block booking £6.50 per week
To book:
📞 07846 337910
📧 [email protected]
More info:
https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/events/diddi-dance/
#MarketDrayton #VisitMarketDrayton #MakeItMarketDrayton #FamilyFun
⏰ Historic Pub Walk – don’t miss out!
Meet at 3pm on Saturday 25th April at the Museum for a fun, social, and historical stroll around Market Drayton with stops at some of our favourite pubs.
🎟️ Tickets £5 — help support the Museum!
🚌 Catch the last bus home at 7pm
Learn about the town’s stories, enjoy a drink, and connect with other visitors! 🍻📜
👉 Grab your tickets: https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/events/historic-pub-walk-2/
📣 Reminder! Shropshire Local at Market Drayton Library
Need help with council services? Drop in for free advice from Shropshire Council advisors: Blue Badges, concessionary travel, council tax and more!
📅 15 April 2026
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 Cheshire Street, Market Drayton, TF9 1PH
💷 Free – no appointment needed!
👉 More info: https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/events/shropshire-local-in-market-drayton-library-4/
#MarketDrayton #ShropshireCouncil #MakeItMarketDrayton #FreeAdvice #CommunitySupport
⏰ This Saturday! ⏰
Don’t forget — the Free Community Event including Health & Wellbeing Hub is happening in Market Drayton.
🌿 Games & activities for all ages
💚 Health & Wellbeing Hub support
👨👩👧👦 Fun for the whole family
📅 11 April
⏰ 10:00 – 14:00
📍 Market Drayton Town Hall
👉 Full details here:
🔗 https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/events/free-community-event-including-health-wellbeing-hub/
See you there! 💙
#CommunityEvent #MarketDrayton #FreeEvent #FamilyFriendly
🌿 Get Outdoors in Market Drayton! 🌿
Enjoy a day out in Market Drayton’s parks, sports spaces, and community hubs – perfect for walking, playing, or relaxing in nature.
🚗 Travel easily: Off the A53 with nearby parking
🚌 Public transport: Buses from Shrewsbury, Whitchurch & Telford
☕ Nearby amenities: Cafés, shops & town centre attractions
Plan a refreshing day out in Market Drayton today!
#MakeItMarketDrayton #VisitShropshire #Parks #FamilyFriendly
Exploring Market Drayton? Join a Friday walk!
Visitors are welcome to join the friendly Walkers Club at the Beacon Community Centre, with short and longer walks to suit different abilities – a great way to enjoy the local area and meet people.
Find out more 👇
https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/events/walkers-club-at-the-beacon-community-centre/
Don’t forget the Community & Family Hub Launch Event at the Festival Drayton Centre, Market Drayton.
📅 Wednesday 15 April
🕙 10am – 5pm
🎟 Free event
A welcoming space to chat, connect with others and find local support.
Make a day of it in Market Drayton and explore the town while you’re here.
More details:
https://makeitmarketdrayton.com/events/community-family-hub-launch-event/
