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Wem is a market town and civil parish in Shropshire, England, 9 miles (14 km) north of Shrewsbury and 9 miles (14 km) south of Whitchurch. The name is derived from the Old English term wamm , meaning ' marsh ".
Profile. North Shropshire Market Town, famed for connection with Sweet Peas. This North Shropshire market town originated as a Saxon settlement. The town was virtually demolished as a result of battle during the War of the Roses and during the Civil War.
This charming town gained prominence in medieval times, particularly during the English Civil War when it was famously defended by a group of determined women and boys against Royalist forces, earning it the moniker “Wem never won.” A visit to the Wem Town Hall is essential for history enthusiasts.
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With a children’s’ play park, the peaceful Millennium Gardens, the lively Wem Town Hall, the mysterious ‘Mythstories’ Museum of Myth & Fable, the Sports Centre and Swimming Pool all within reach of the centre, there is always something on offer.
