Enjoy a snowdrop walk through the grounds at Dudmaston Hall on the weekends of 15 and 22 February and wander through the Dingle to spot the first signs of spring – visit nationaltrust.org.uk for details. Another favourite spot to see the snowdrops is Cound, where a variety of homemade soup and cakes will be served in the Guildhall on the weekends of 8 and 15 February from 11am until 4.30pm to raise funds for St Peter’s Church and the Guildhall – call 01743 761451 for more information.

Live acts lining up for Shropshire festival.
Local bands and top comedians are filling up the line-up for Shropshire Oktoberfest, which returns to Shrewsbury’s Quarry on 2 and 3 October. There will



