
Restaurant Review – The Swan at Knowle Sands
Perched above the Severn with a commanding view over the flood plains towards Bridgnorth is The Swan. Here, chef Justin Welch and front of house

Perched above the Severn with a commanding view over the flood plains towards Bridgnorth is The Swan. Here, chef Justin Welch and front of house

In 2012 Eleanor Ozich was a full-time mum who indulged her passion for food by posting recipes on Facebook. Two years on, she’s written her

What’s What! nature expert Ed Andrews takes a look at the habitat of one of our local rivers, the Worfe, and learns about these fascinating

The Punchbowl has long been one of the region’s best-known carveries but with the launch of its AGA range – unique in every sense of

Not many people would turn down a meal from one of the country’s top chefs – especially one with a fiery reputation. But it seems

Riley’s story is a cautionary tale about how pet insurance helped save the day – and the wallet – for the owner of this lively

Beat the high score with pretty pastels as summer comes closer and closer.

Edward Andrews enjoys one of nature’s most captivating sights – a swirling, dancing flock of starlings – and reveals more about these unique birds. It

A legendary Ironbridge dining venue is better than ever, as Kerri Tyler discovered on a recent visit. Set on a hillside overlooking Ironbridge Gorge, the

Who says you can’t please all of the people all of the time? Annabel Karmel shares the secrets of fuss-free family mealtimes. Catering for a

Action stations! We’ve seen some good spring sunshine, but do still watch out for the odd late frost in the first part of May that

More and more of us are keeping chickens in the garden. Chris Woodroff looks into the pros and cons of poultry. Before getting the birds,

Ed Andrews explores an unlikely wildlife haven, which is prospering thanks to a group of dedicated volunteers. In the village of Eardington, a gateway at

The Danery is a rare thing: it’s a pub that’s just as popular with loyal regulars as with the passing trade it attracts from people

Lorraine Pascale’s latest role is as a judge on Sky Living’s new cookery show, My Kitchen Rules, with Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton. Pascale has been

Lighten up your closet with this season’s fresh new looks. Lisa Haynes reviews the trends to put a spring back in your step. With the
Sarah Probert of Bridgnorth Veterinary Centre looks into the diagnostic difficulties of dealing with pets. One of the most common things folk say when they

by Celebrity Chef Yotam Ottolenghi Ingredients (serves six) 4tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely diced (around 290g) 2tsp sweet paprika ½tsp smoked paprika 4 cloves

Prepare for plummeting temperatures with faux fur reinforcements. Lisa Haynes reveals the cosiest pieces to cuddle up in.

Edward Andrews looks back on an eventful year and hopes for a positive year ahead… January is a time to reflect on the past and

Climbing the stairs to Bridgnorth tapas restaurant Casa Ruiz is part of the magic – if you haven’t been there before, there’s a frisson of
As we start 2014 there is plenty going on in the What’s What! area to delight and excite food lovers… The Inn opens in Shipley

It may surprise you, but in my day-to-day life as a vet, I am asked the ‘neutering’ question many times daily. There’s so much advice

It may be the last place you want to be at the moment, but your garden stands a great chance of having a productive year

Much Wenlock’s flagship dining venue has maintained consistently high standards since owner Kirk Heywood took the helm 23 years ago – and the arrival of

It is fruiting season in the orchard at Severn Valley Country Park. I wander between apple trees, ducking under branches. The leaves have a glossy

We have recently seen three suspected cases of Seasonal Canine Illness (SCI) one of which was our own vet Alexa’s poor Dot. In each case

Make your winter a time of colour… and think ahead to the new year’s gardening. Poinsettias bring living colour to winter One of the brightest

Gordon Ramsay is adding to his stable of cookbooks with a new guide to home cooking. “I want to show that cooking can be fun,”

Maximise your high summer wardrobe with transformative accessories. Lisa Haynes unveils the eye-catching extras to covet. As the summer season comes to a close, it’s