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Our archive of news stories about Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin.

  • Jane Meredith at our 75th anniversary appeal launch event

    Goodbye to Jane

    Published on 17 July 2025 08:59 AM

    At the end of July, we will say goodbye to Jane Meredith, as she retires after almost 27 years loyal service.

  • People at Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin's 75th anniversary appeal launch

    Our 75th anniversary appeal launch

    Published on 30 June 2025 10:29 AM

    On Tuesday 17 June, we launched our 75th anniversary fundraising appeal to help combat loneliness amongst older people.

  • Older walking tennis players

    Serving up the perfect summer activity

    Published on 25 June 2025 10:36 AM

    With Wimbledon fever starting to grip the nation, our Walking Tennis Clubs are welcoming new members.

  • Members of Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin's Still Caring group

    Caring about carers

    Published on 12 June 2025 11:01 AM

    To celebrate Carers Week our Still Caring group enjoyed lunch in Shrewsbury and a relaxing walk by the River Severn.

  • Older woman adjusting a thermostat

    Good news about the Winter Fuel Payment

    Published on 11 June 2025 10:00 AM

    We’re delighted that the Government has announced that 9 million pensioners will now receive the Winter Fuel Payment.

  • Older men sat chatting round a cafe table

    Breakfast and a chance to chat

    Published on 10 June 2025 11:18 AM

    Our breakfast clubs are a popular way to start the day for older men, as well as providing an important social purpose.

  • Home Support Worker Clare, with David and Barra the dog

    75th anniversary update

    Published on 02 June 2025 10:56 AM

    This June, we’re launching our 75th anniversary fundraising appeal, to raise £75,000 to help combat loneliness.

  • Ruth (pictured far left) with other day centre members

    Thank you to our volunteers

    Published on 29 May 2025 03:04 PM

    To celebrate Volunteers' Week, we're highlighting the stories of two of our longest serving volunteers.

  • Christine Grundy standing by the biplane she used for her wing walk

    Daredevil grandmother completes charity wing walk

    Published on 29 May 2025 10:04 AM

    Christine Grundy completed an aerobatic wing walk stunt on a biplane last week, to raise money to support older people.