Dawley Bank Horticultural Society has worked closely with schools and community groups within the parish of Greater Dawley and surrounding locale over recent months organising Dawley Christmas Lantern parade

Dawley Christmas Lantern Parade on December 5th brought together the whole community and was heralded, as one of the biggest Christmas celebrations in Telford, a claim of which everyone involved is justly proud.

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Posted: December 7th, 2008 under 2008, Events.
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 At Dawley House on Saturday 29^th November to support the Dawley Lantern Procession Friday 5^th December.

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Posted: December 4th, 2008 under 2008, Events.
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 Programme of events

Dawley House Open from 5pm -7pm

(free beverages, soup, mince pies, lights being fitted into lanterns, muster point)

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Posted: November 24th, 2008 under 2008, Events.
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Dawley, December 6^th 1872

The main industries in Dawley and surrounding locale at this time were Mining and Agriculture.
 

The workaday activity of the coal mine was pandemonium let loose, empty tubs in sets of six hurtling their way down the steep incline and full ones pushing their way to the shaft bottoms; men had to jump into holes dug deep underground to avoid being crushed to death. Overmen shouting and cursing hurrying tired bodies into even greater effort so that the precious coal could get to the surface and meet the demands of buyers. The quest for the black diamond overruled sanity, order and grace.

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Posted: November 15th, 2008 under 2008, Articles and memories.
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Dawley History Group are organising a very special service at Holy Trinity Church Little Dawley Telford.

At 2pm Saturday 6th December

In memory of the eight young men who perished on that fateful day. Read more »

Posted: November 14th, 2008 under 2008, Events.
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Free Lantern Workshop Dawley House Saturday November 29th 10am-4pm

Dawley is an old mining town which five decades ago underwent massive transformation with Telford Development Corporation being the instigators. Read more »

Posted: November 8th, 2008 under 2008, Events.
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Dawley Bank Horticultural Show held at Dawley Baptist Church attracted record entries of notable high standard making Judges decisions difficult. DBHS first ever Highly Commended award went to Dawley C of E Primary School Gardening Club For their Giant Courgette exhibit.

The fruit and veg section proved exceptionally popular despite recent heavy rainstorms the rich quality of produce was unaffected. Read more »

Posted: September 15th, 2008 under 2008, Events.
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HOPE in our villages, towns and cities

12.00 - 2.30 Sunday 14th September

12.00 Arrive

12.30 Act of Worship

1.00 Lunch and Fellowship

Bring a picnic

*Free drinks and ice cream

STAC

South Telford Association of Churches

Supported by the National Lottery through the Big Lottery Fund

Madeley Parish Council

VEOLIA Environmental Trust

Posted: August 16th, 2008 under 2008, Events.
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Dawley Bank Baptist Church
Saturday 6th September
In Aid of the SEVERN HOSPICE

THIS EVENT IS KINDLY SPONSORED BY

THE FACTORY SHOP, C.J.WILLIAMS & SON, JACKO’S TYRES,

MR B HARRIS, MRS V YAPP, LAKESIDE PLANT & GARDEN CENTRE,
MEADOWDALE NURSERIES, MP SUPPLIES,
SUZANNES HAIRDRESSERS, THE QUEENS ARMS,
GREAT DAWLEY PARISH COUNCIL, WELLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL, HADLEY & LEEGOMERY PARISH COUNCIL, T.A.W.P.A.,
OAKVILLE VETINARY SURGERY,
CRAFT DEMONSTRATORS,
EXHIBIT RAFFLE,
PET SHOW
GAMES STALLS & MUCH MORE

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Posted: August 15th, 2008 under 2008, Events.
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Severn Hospice is fortunate to have an extensive team of volunteers working in most departments at the three sites Shrewsbury, Telford (Shropshire) and Newtown (Powys). Each volunteer is selected for his or her skills and life experience and together form an extremely valuable resource. They work closely with the patients; complementing the professional staff with time to focus on the relatives and visitors giving support and companionship when needed. All volunteers have access to training that is designed to enhance their own approach. We are also committed to the promotion and good practise of volunteering within the Hospice. Ward Area - General hostess duties offering support and companionship to patients and visitors. Helping at meal times and making beverages for patients or visitors when requested. Day Hospice - To give help, support and companionship to patients, visitors and staff including general hostess duties such as making refreshments for patients and also serving lunch. Taking part in activities such as trips and arts and craft sessions

Creative Therapy - Assisting the Creative Therapist with arts and crafts in the Day Hospice and many more besides.

For more information go to www.severnhospice.org.uk

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Posted: July 24th, 2008 under 2008.
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