The purpose of Wassailing is to awaken the cider apple trees and to scare away evil spirits to ensure a good harvest of fruit for the autumn.

Wassaill 2018 is on 13TH JANUARY. The musical procession leaves Castle Green at 7pm, arriving at the Orchard for the Wassail to commence at 7.15pm.

MUSIC AND CELEBRATION FOLLOWS AT THE CASTLE INN!

Please bring torch or lantern, something to make a noise with (e.g. saucepan lids & wooden spoons) good singing voices and stout footwear. For more info phone Siggy on 01547 528223.

Train travellers from the Shrewsbury direction – arrive at 7.01pm (return at 9.10pm)