Lifestyle – Free spirited colour
Step into a living space that’s jumping with the vivid colours of Latin America. With fabrics that are vibrant with the jewelled colours of the
28 December 2016
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Step into a living space that’s jumping with the vivid colours of Latin America. With fabrics that are vibrant with the jewelled colours of the
Ed Andrews says a final farewell to a treasured tree and ponders on the same fates being met by ash trees all over the UK.
Atypical myopathy (also known as sycamore poisoning) is an acute muscle disease which is fatal in up to 75% of cases. It usually occurs in
Time to look forward to the coming year As we leave Christmas behind and begin a new year, it’s time to get the catalogues out
Winter in county town The Shrewsbury Winter Festival is returning to the town’s Quarry this December for a second time. The event attracted more than
With warm days a distant memory, the search for that dream winter cover-up is well and truly on. If you haven’t already found the ultimate
With their unique call and flitting movement, swifts are heralds of warmer weather who head off on an epic journey over the winter. Ed Andrews
Obesity among our pets is increasing… and it seems to be a never-ending battle Many owners seem reluctant to address the issue of overweight pets.
Whether it’s mild and bright, or frosty and grey, within a few weeks our attention will turn to winter – so now’s the time to
Christmas at Battlefield 1403 For many of us, the preparations for the festive season are only now getting underway – but the team at Shrewsbury’s
An animal’s skin is a complex and versatile organ – but it can suffer from a range of conditions that can affect your pet’s general
With the Olympics finished and the Paralympics about to start, we’ve gone loco for all things Brazilian this year. If you’d like to keep the
Pheasant flying high A pub near Bridgnorth that’s owned by the local community has scooped a coveted national award. The Pheasant at Neenton, a dining
Our wildlife expert Ed Andrews is on the spot as a grisly scene unfolds… I have been witness to a murder most horrid. It happened
Set in the stunning Ironbridge Gorge, right on the Wharfage, the White Hart is one of the most pleasant places in the region to do
The late show – Make the most of any end-of- summer sunshine by getting out into the garden. As you empty your baskets of their
Quo launch tipples Francis Rossi and Rick Parfitt have teamed up with Hobsons Brewery to create the Dog of Two Head ale. The ale, along
Our wildlife expert Ed Andrews finds out how conserving ancient floodplains can lead to richer habitats for animals and wildflowers. As you read this, the
It’s that time of year when we’re all looking forward to a much-needed break. For many pets, that involves a kennel or cattery stay. Check
A Broseley restaurant has been quietly making waves by teaming its sophisticated, international fare with a refreshingly unpretentious attitude. Kerri Tyler samples the goodies at
Nadiya Hussain, winner of last year’s Great British Bake Off, will be making her first visit to Shropshire when she appears at Newport Show on
A slow-starting summer After a mild, wet winter followed by snow and late frosts in April and May, we should finally be able to relax
Here in landlocked Shropshire, we’re a long, long way from the salty tang of the sea. But a new collection from the National Trust, which
The dawn chorus is at its loudest during the month of May and, for song birds, this is the peak of their nesting season. Barn
If you’re on the hunt for a new companion, your investigation work should begin before you even visit a potential playmate. You need to ensure
The excellent team behind Claverley’s Woodman next turned their attention to Bridgnorth, opening Graze on St Mary’s Street 18 months ago. This quality burger joint
Easter came early this year, making us think that the season is further advanced than it actually is – but, though we shouldn’t get ahead
Food festival news The 2016 Ludlow Spring Festival promises to be a corker, bringing together the best regional beer, food and music to the town
Ed Andrews muses on the lasting legacy of two men with a gift for natural landscaping. It’s a winter day in Rectory Wood, Church Stretton.
Visiting the Pheasant in Broseley for a family Sunday lunch, we were delighted to find the place busy and welcoming. What struck us immediately was