Preparations underway for upcoming Oswestry Christmas Parade

Oswestry Christmas Parade <i>(Image: Chris Bryan-Smith)</i>
Oswestry Christmas Parade (Image: Chris Bryan-Smith)
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Preparations are under way for the upcoming Oswestry Christmas Parade.

The event, organised by the Borderland Rotary Club, is set for Saturday, December 5.

Jonathan Jones, the organiser, urges local groups and companies to apply for a spot in the parade.

He said: "This is the time for groups and companies to take steps to apply to have a float in this year’s parade, it’s the community that organises the event and it’s the community that watches it so it’s all inclusive."

Known for its vibrant Christmas-themed floats, vintage trucks, dancing troupes, and music, the parade has been a highlight in Oswestry since the 1950s, and is the only one of this size in Shropshire.

For the past few decades, the Borderland Rotary Club has kept the tradition alive.

Community members interested in participating are encouraged to reach out to Mr. Jones at jonathanmjones5@gmail.com.

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