Ludlow Spring Festival There will be something for everyone at Ludlow’s Spring Festival which runs over the weekend of May 10-12, from great British beer
The ancient timber-framed Talbot Inn has stood in Much Wenlock’s High Street, providing food and lodgings, since at least 1361. Initially it was part of
For a wildlife enthusiast, holiday destinations don’t come much better than the Isle of Skye. Past visits to the west coast of Scotland have been
Thinking back to Easter last year, I realised that was the start of all the wet weather we’ve had over the last year. Let’s hope
This month’s bites of foodie news from around the region… HEFF Finalists The finalists of the Heart of England Fine Foods Diamond Awards were announced
As a young lad, The Huntsman was Peter Morris’ local pub, where he and his dad would enjoy a pint. Peter possessed the acumen to
I’ve seen a few pets recently that have required dental treatment; involving an anaesthetic, tooth extractions, and scale and polish. Generally these procedures are carried
New England lies in a wooded valley on the edge of the village of Highley. Today it is a peaceful place, hidden in the folds
With Easter early this year, let’s hope the weather will allow us out into the garden. Beware of late frosts that will spoil vulnerable plants
One memorable year my then husband lavished upon me a half-share in a shock-absorber – for his car – as my birthday gift. Silly man.
This month’s bites of foodie news from around the region… Apple grafting Fordhall organic farm, near Market Drayton is hosting a day workshop covering the
This month we look at the issue of ‘wandering cats’…and when a cat is a stray, feral, or simply someone else’s cat on the prowl
A peculiar silence envelops the countryside when we have periods of heavy snowfall. The snow seems to dull the normal echoes that one hears when
As your garden springs into action, March is a busy month for planning, preparing and planting…. Fertilise If you didn’t finish clearing up leaves left
Vibrant neon and pastel hues are one of the big trends for Spring/Summer – so it’s time to ditch the dark, heavy winter clothes and
Vet Saski Steel explains what to be on the lookout for to make sure your dog is not showing signs of heart disease, and how
Dance of the Raven It was a blustery winter day. Every so often a shaft of sunlight penetrated the grey sky but I could see
In early spring there is plenty to be getting on with in the garden.. Spring colour For some instant colour in the garden, buy pots
Osteoarthritis is probably the most common condition we see in clinic, especially at this time of the year. It’s often not the main reason we
Restaurant of the month – Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn You don’t tend to go out for a carvery meal for the ‘surprise factor’ – but
Ed Andrews looks at how nature is reclaiming the industrial landscape across Shropshire with a look at two redundant mine sites… Shropshire’s role in the
Looking forward to a new year With spring hopefully just around the corner, now is the time to start planning what you’re going to do
When it’s cold outside ….. Whether you want to wrap up or simply look fabulous, here’s some inspiration for your winter wardrobe.
What’s What asked four local chefs for their favourite Christmas recipes… Sautéed Sprouts with Smoked Bacon and Chestnuts ~ Paul from The Feathers at Brockton
It’s that time of year when we deck our halls with boughs of holly, whilst marveling at how quickly Christmas is upon us again. As
It is said that it was Ethelfleda, daughter of King Alfred the Great, who first realised the potential for Bridgnorth as a settlement. Standing on
