Proud to support local
We are very proud of the role we play in the Shropshire community, so we are always looking to give something back. That's why in 2010 we introduced an employee volunteering programme open to all of our employees, which supports educational, environmental and charitable projects around the county.
This means that our employees, as well as producing market-leading, top quality products, also take pride in making a difference not only within the dairy but within the community in which they live and work. Teams of employees from across the business commit to variety of volunteer projects to make a positive impact within Shropshire.
This year, in total, they donated 1,600 hours of time to projects that benefited our local environment and the community. Projects have included re-decorating a local community centre in Market Drayton, to working with secondary school pupils to help them understand how to remain fit and healthy and repairing dry-stone walls on the outskirts of Oswestry.
A great bunch
Local events are a great way to get communities talking and St Andrew's Church Flower Festival 2008 was no exception. Held to help celebrate 150 years since the church's inauguration, it was a real opportunity for the locals to get to know each other.
Set in the village of Welsh Frankton in Shropshire, the festival was made possible thanks to generous donations from local businesses like the Müller Community Trust, as well as the dedication of St Andrew's hard-working parishioners. The result? The festival was, just like the flowers, pretty impressive.
With thanks to Edward Bevan, Müller employee and supporter of St Andrew's Church. Favourite Müller product: Apple Müller Rice
An ace effort
What other leisure interest can claim to attract locals aged from 4 to 74? That's the spread of member's ages at Nantwich Lawn Tennis Club, some of who play at county and national level. The club's six courts are also well used by hundreds of youngsters visiting for coaching every year via local schools and holiday courses.
As the Club was nominated by one of our local farmers, the Müller Community Trust was more than happy to fund floodlights for two of its first class courts, as this will help maximise the amount of tennis that can be played by all these keen neighbours of ours.
With thanks to Ron Smith, President of Nantwich Lawn Tennis Club. Favourite Müller product: Müller Corner.
Best in show
Weston-under-Redcastle maybe a small village in North Shropshire but there was definitely nothing small about their 2008 Annual Village Show. Set on a glorious sunny day in August, more than double the local population went along to enjoy the festivities.
Attractions included a helicopter display, dog agility demonstration, local cricket match and a very popular Flower & Produce competition that ended up with so many entries, it took nearly three hours to judge! It was a great day and the Müller Community Trust was proud to have played a role in helping fund the event.
With thanks to Jane Whittaker, Local Committee Secretary for Weston-under-Redcastle. Favourite Müller product: Cherry Müller Corner.
Making a splash at local boat race
Running through Market Drayton is the Shropshire Union Canal. Just a short walk from our dairy, the canal is not only a beautiful reminder of a bygone era, but it brings important tourism to the town.
The Shropshire Union Canal Society works very hard to maintain the canal so others can use and enjoy it, which is why the Müller Community Trust was all in favour of supporting one of their main events – the Ellesmere Festival Boat Rally.
The three-day fundraiser included a concert, illumination of the boats and a free firework display. Successful events like this mean a lot to the Society – not only enhancing their funds but also motivating members who are working towards the restoration of one of the country’s busiest inland waterways.
With thanks to Paul Mills, Fundraising & Projects Officer for the Shropshire Union Canal Society. Favourite Müller product: Müller Rice.
Earning our badges
Just down the road from our dairy you'll find 3rd Market Drayton Brownies. They've been having fun and doing good turns for over 40 years (that's even longer than we've been here). And with a full pack of 24, plus a waiting list, they're still going strong.
Unfortunately the same couldn't be said for their 40-year-old flag. So in 2008, the Müller Community Trust gave them the funds to purchase a brand new flag. In 2009 they put in a second request and now have a lovely new flagpole too!
With thanks to Mrs Pat Sumner, Assistant Guider at 3rd Market Drayton Brownies. Favourite Müller product: Müller Rice.
