The Acorn Singers spread festive cheer at charity Christmas concert
The Acorn Singers – a lively group of older people from across the Telford area – recently lit up The Fallow Field Pub & Restaurant in Hadley with their joyful Charity Christmas Concert.
The musical marvels delivered a heart-warming programme of traditional carols and festive favourites, with a special performance of “Shropshire My Home” – a song adapted by the group as a love letter to the county they’re proud to call home. The song is also helping raise vital funds for local independent charity Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin.
Following the performance, the singers and their supporters tucked into a delicious two-course lunch generously provided at a discounted price by The Fallow Field – a fitting way to round off an afternoon of music, laughter, and community spirit.
The Acorn Singers form part of the charity’s community music programme: welcoming, feel-good groups where older people come together simply for the joy of singing. There are no auditions, no expectations – just the belief that everyone has a voice worth hearing.
If you weren’t able to attend the concert, you can still enjoy “Shropshire My Home” online by visiting: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/shropshireandtelford/about-us/news/articles/2025/acorn-singers-celebrate-shropshire/ Listeners are encouraged to make a donation via the group’s JustGiving page, https://www.justgiving.com/page/acorn-singers, with all proceeds supporting the charity’s goal of raising £75,000 during its 75th anniversary year to help tackle loneliness across the county.
Claire Fishlock, who helps organise The Acorn Singers, said: “The Christmas Concert was a great success and thoroughly enjoyed by both group and audience. We are very grateful to Mark and his team at The Fallow Field for hosting this event.”
Claire added: “We are all about coming together and sharing the joy of singing, regardless of ability. Singing can also be very beneficial for people with dementia, and everyone always leaves with a smile on their face.”
The Fallow Field’s management and staff are becoming increasingly involved in supporting Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin. Alongside hosting the Acorn Singers’ Christmas Concert, they have also helped raise funds through events including a festive wreath-making evening and other community activities.
If you’d like to join one of the charity’s singing groups, simply get in touch by calling 01743 233 123 or email enquiries@ageukstw.org.uk
