
The twitching hour
Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre have an array of birdwatching events runs from this January. The Birdwatch Weekend is on from Saturday 11 to Sunday 12

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre have an array of birdwatching events runs from this January. The Birdwatch Weekend is on from Saturday 11 to Sunday 12

There’s no ignoring the fact that more and more of us are choosing to eat plant-based dishes some of the time. Food enthusiast and award-winning

The Shropshire Ice Cream Company launched a new vegan range of ice cream… which had a far from icy reception. The company, based in Telford,

At this time of year, it’s delightful to relax in front of a crackling fire with a glass of something warming- although it always feels

Although this is an exciting time of year for us, the same cannot be said for our pets. As many as 40% of cats and

As we come to the end of another season, Ann Winwood gets us ready for the winter months …. It’s unbelievable how the time flies

When should I book my puppy in for his first groom? At my dog spa we see puppies from when they are fully covered with

With Christmas just round the corner here’s some inspiration to transform your home into a festive wonderland.

In the first of a two-part series, Ed focuses his attention on the Shropshire Hills. This month he visits Carding Mill Valley in Church Stretton

A local historian has been raising a glass to his newest book – and readers might find they’re tempted to follow suit. This October has

A community-run pub, the George and Dragon in Much Wenlock’s High Street, has been awarded CAMRA’s Pub of the Season for Autumn. Licensees Robin Bennett

Pam Corbin is the expert who professional cooks consult when they want to make jams, jellies, marmalades, chutneys, pickles or anything else to do with

The Pheasant at Neenton has been shortlisted in the Best Social Enterprise, Charity or Community category at the 2019/20 Rural Business Awards. It will battle

Up to five full-time equivalent jobs will be created at a new themed tearoom and bookshop in Wellington. Beatons Tearoom, inspired by royal photographer and

Bridgnorth’s Railwayman’s Arms Samantha Hayward and her team have been awarded the Cask Marque accreditation for serving the perfect pint of cask-conditioned ale. Samantha says,

Kestrels were hunting in the grassy field margins and bumblebees and soldier beetles feasted on the flowers… My son loves steam trains. Living in Bridgnorth,

The huge beer tents for Shropshire Oktoberfest are due to return to Shrewsbury’s Quarry Park on Friday 4 to Saturday 5 October. The Shropshire Festivals

This year Ludlow Food Festival, the original festival for food and drink lovers, celebrates its 25th anniversary with a feast of mouth-watering events in the
As the name suggests, Asian Fusion grooming is a style of grooming from Asia which is not to breed standard. Shih tzus suit this form

Visitors to the Ironbridge Gorge Museums at Coalbrookdale will be able to extend their day at the historic attractions with a visit to the new

It’s the time of year that spaniel owners dread – grass seed season! The unique shape of the grass seed means they attach easily to

A Shropshire meringue maker has beaten the likes of Mars and Nestlé to become the first company in the confectionery sector to move into plastic-free
Our gardening expert Ann Winwood is hoping summer lingers on… If we get a nice spell of weather through August and into the beginning of

In this issue, Ed Andrews gets to grip with a special species of dragonfly. The stretch of river that flows through Severn Valley Country Park

The River Cottage library of simple recipes that use the best of British produce, continues to expand, with the latest handbook, Outdoor Cooking, now available.

How can I get my puppy used to people? So you’ve got a new puppy – what next? As well as basic training, socialisation

Has your dog been scratching, head-shaking, or rubbing parts of the body on the floor or furniture recently? If so, they’re not alone. We’re now

With the weather as much of a mystery as ever, Ann Winwood suggests some ways to get the best from your garden – with regular