Summer in the garden
Ann welcomes the season of colour and abundance. Summer is one of the most rewarding times in the garden, with borders bursting into colour and
1 June 2026
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Ann welcomes the season of colour and abundance. Summer is one of the most rewarding times in the garden, with borders bursting into colour and
Ed is enchanted by an annual ritual – fleeting, mesmerising, older than the dinosaurs. The way to the river is through a dry valley, fizzing
There’s a certain feeling you get when you walk into Baker & Cook in Much Wenlock. It’s relaxed but polished, welcoming without trying too hard,
When it comes to capturing nature’s beauty on camera, Andrew Fusek Peters has few equals. Neil Thomas chatted with him about his latest book, and
As Wimbledon draws near, Neil Thomas looks at Shropshire’s impact on the game nationally, as well as how a local club is thriving. One of
The annual Bridgnorth Lions Walk returns for its 2026 edition on Bank Holiday Monday, 4 May. The ever-popular event offers a range of organised walks
Neil Thomas reports on a Shropshire organisation showcasing some of the region’s best craftspeople and artists. Art so often adds beauty to the world. It
Shropshire’s parks and nature sites lift our spirits. Neil Thomas meets some of the dedicated team who care for them. Shropshire boasts some of the
There’s a silver lining to this year’s Much Wenlock Christmas Fayre. Neil Thomas reports. For many people, it is the start of the Christmas countdown.
A musical theatre group has been entertaining Bridgnorth for more than 70 years. Neil Thomas met its chairman to find out more. February is a
It has been the must-have toy for generations. And no one makes a teddy bear quite like Ironbridge-based Merrythought. Neil Thomas met MD Sarah Holmes
It just might save your life! Indeed, Bridgnorth Lions Club’s annual prostate cancer screening evening has saved hundreds of lives over the years. This much-valued
As the annual poppy appeal approaches, Neil Thomas looks at the work of its organiser, Royal British Legion. This Autumn sees many of us enacting
Neil Thomas meets a father and daughter whose ‘crafty’ business offers a little creative therapy. Lunch in the elegant yet homely dining room is informal
There are moments in a nation’s life when from the swirling mists thunders the beast of history, full of meaning. Such a time is 2025,
Neil Thomas speaks to Bridgnorth CC chairman Guy Black about exciting times at the go-ahead club, as well as wider challenges facing the sport. It
Neil Thomas meets an artist whose vivid paintings have clicked with the public – and chats about her work and fascinating back story. Shropshire’s Sue
A very modern Willy Wonka Neil Thomas meets an award-winning Shropshire chocolatier renowned for her daring flavours. Chocolate is surely the most popular confectionary in
Neil Thomas visits a stately home near Bridgnorth, a gem in the National Trust’s crown. Art, nature and beauty enrich our lives in many ways
Ed walks the remains of an historic Shropshire racecourse and finds you can bet on the rowan tree for a bumper crop. This story begins
Neil Thomas meets one of the region’s leading landscape photographers to uncover the story behind his success. It’s not uncommon for John Hayward to slip
Neil Thomas visits one of Shropshire’s best‑loved visitor attractions to meet just some of the volunteers who keep it on track. Tourism and nostalgia so
Neil Thomas meets an accomplished craftswoman whose eye-catching work celebrates the beauty of the world around us. The Maws Craft Centre can be found on
One of Shropshire’s most dedicated volunteers has received national recognition. Neil Thomas went along to meet her. Volunteers are so often at the heart of
On a family holiday, Ed has his first ever sighting of a rare British treasure. The bird hide overlooks a woodland glade. At first glance
Ann looks forward to the new season. There’s plenty to keep you busy in the vegetable plot at the moment. Plant smaller quantities little and
Neil Thomas looks at the work of a charity promoting a deeper love of the natural world. It is the UK’s leading environmental education charity
Neil Thomas chats to Bridgnorth painter Paul Hopkins whose fabulous watercolours capture the magic of our region. For a landscape artist, there can be few better
Neil Thomas reports on a revival of fortunes at one of the county’s best arts venues. It is one of Shropshire’s most impressive cultural venues
