News and updates for His Majesty The King’s representative in Shropshire: Lord-Lieutenant Anna Turner JP and the Lieutenancy

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Cleobury Mortimer Celebrates 800 Years of its Royal Charter The community in and around Cleobury Mortimer came together in September to celebrate the 800th anniversary of the town being granted its Royal Charter by King Henry III in 1226. lordlieutenantofshropshire.o…
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Fiona Rogers-Coltman DL visited St Cuthbert’s Church, Clungunford, to celebrate the completion of the restoration of the church’s bell tower, funded through a National Lottery Heritage Grant & community fundraising 10 villagers have been working on a new altar cloth to celebrate
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The Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire and Deputy Lieutenants Katherine Garnier and Fiona Rogers-Coltman attended a service to welcome Revd Richard Lonsdale and mark his Collation and Installation as Rector of the Chirbury Hills Benefice and as Rural Chaplain lordlieutenantofshropshire.o…
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It has been wonderful to see, hear and read about cadets this week as part of the first #nationalcadetsweek Fiona Rogers-Coltman DL visited the newly re-opened Shropshire Army Cadets detachment in Bishop's Castle. Well done to those who made this possible. lordlieutenantofshropshire.o…
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#nationalcadetsweek National Cadets Week is taking place 5th October to 11th October 2026 with the aim of raising awareness of one of the country’s most effective youth organisations. The Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire is delighted to have 3 Lord-Lieutenant cadets this year.
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Deputy Lieutenant Claire Crackett MBE represented the Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire at a very special Evensong at Lichfield Cathedral as Bishop Michael approached his retirement as diocesan bishop.
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The Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire, has been delighted to welcome HRH the Princess Royal back to Shropshire twice in September. Visits have included @WestMerciaSAR @MenShrewsbury @fordhallfarm and @HarperAdamsUni lordlieutenantofshropshire.o…
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We are delighted to share with you the latest lieutenancy newsletter - we hope you enjoy reading it: lordlieutenantofshropshire.o…
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Yesterday was a first for the Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire. Anna Turner joined Dr Graham Wynn OBE (Chair of Shropshire Army Cadet Force Trust ) to record a podcast with @WMRFCA The podcast was all about #Cadets Thank you Jamie and Tom - we look forward to hearing it.
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Mandy Thorn MBE DL represented the Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire at the National Ablepreneurs Day held in Shrewsbury. Ablepreneurs® is a UK community for disabled, chronically ill and neurodivergent entrepreneurs, freelancers & creatives who want to build meaningful, businesses.
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Earlier this month Anna Turner, Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire visited a photography exhibition at Theatre Severn called Near & Far – A Photographic Journey'. The exhibition features of landscapes, wildlife and moments in Shropshire by Jordan Stokes.
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The beautiful exhibition will be available to view from September 12th - October 31st at Theatre Severn's third floor gallery space (free entry).
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On 13th of Sept the Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire, Anna Turner, joined RAF personnel, cadets, the Mayor of Shrewsbury, civic representatives and members of the local community to mark the 86th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. lordlieutenantofshropshire.o…
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There was a wonderful atmosphere of pride and celebration at Lilleshall House, where five worthy recipients were presented with their British Empire Medals by the Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire, Mrs Anna Turner as part of the King’s Birthday Honours. lordlieutenantofshropshire.o…
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Tullis Matson DL recently attended the 25th Whitchurch Canal Festival and was invited to judge the canal boats and stalls. Tullis said: "It is an amazing event and wonderful to see so many people enjoying the impressive canal boats and all their associated history"
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The Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire, took a life-long friend with her to the opening of a new Repair Cafe in Whitchurch, Shropshire. Her much loved mouse - Jerry - had a make-over by one of the repair cafe team and now has a new lease of life!
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The Cafe is at Bargates, Whitchurch and will next open 10th October 1-4pm. Mrs Turner said: "They are an amazing team waiting to help you by repairing broken items, such as Ornaments, bikes, small electrical goods, toys, clothing, you take it and they will try to mend it!"
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Vice Lord-Lieutenant Jenny Wynn OBE , escorted by Lord-Lieutenant Cadet CCF AC Sergeant Reuben Stanton, attended the Grant of Approbation parade in Albrighton on Saturday 12th September 2026. lordlieutenantofshropshire.o…
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Remembering all those affected by the tragic events of 9/11, 25 years ago today. A commemorative Guard Change took place on the forecourt of Buckingham Palace this morning, during which The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester took the Royal Salute on behalf of The King. The ceremony included performances of both US and UK National Anthems, Hymn to the Fallen and Amazing Grace. Earlier this year, Their Majesties paid their respects at the 9/11 Memorial in New York, as part of the State Visit to the United States.
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Gareth Williams DL joined a trip organised by @PoppyLegion Madeley Branch to the @Nat_Mem_Arb The trip included RBL members, invited veterans, and members of the Madeley Cadet detachments. Blessed by exceptional weather, everyone had an enjoyable and enlightening time.
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