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Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in
11 April 2019
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Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in
One of Shropshire’s most popular free two-day music events is set to sizzle this summer. Broseley Festival returns on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 June,
A dairy farm near Shifnal is offering customers the chance to go plastic-free. Chathams have been caring for cows on their award-winning family farm in
Attingham Park was bequeathed to the National Trust (NT) in 1947 by the Berwick family as a gift for ‘public benefit’. This year, the team
Two events at local National Trust properties will enable campers to get closer to nature. The popular Attingham Camp takes place once again at Attingham
Broadcast live from The Old Vic in London, Academy Award-winner Sally Field (Steel Magnolias, Brothers and Sisters) and Bill Pullman (The Sinner, Independence Day) star
Shropshire Inclusive Dance (SiD) has announced a new venture which aims to bring dance to all young people in Shropshire. Two workshops, called ‘All In’,
Two events from Shropshire Festivals aim to make the best of the British summer. Shropshire Pub in the Park takes place on Friday 7 and
A free roadshow designed to help small and medium sized businesses grow and reach their potential is taking place in Bridgnorth at the end of
A former Shrewsbury Colleges Group (SCG) student is hitting all the right notes in the multiple award-winning musical Hamilton. Stephenson Ardern-Sodje, who completed his Film
A set of exciting new bike rides are set to take place in the county this year. Bostin’ Ride are organising a set of competitive
The Big Busk’s night time programme will have a new feel for 2019 as the festival takes over the Frankwell area of Shrewsbury. The popular
The Spring Equinox falls on Wednesday 20 March this year – and that means the season’s definitely on the change. Get out and about on
Following three critically acclaimed runs in London and a highly successful transfer to New York, Donnacadh O’Briain’s Olivier award-winning production of ‘Rotterdam’ will play at
Stand-up legend Stewart Francis has embarked on an epic tour of the UK and Ireland… and it’s his very last as a stand-up comedian. The
At 2016’s FolkEast Festival, Peter Knight, legendary violinist and ex-member of Steeleye Span, was paired with leading melodeon player and ex-Bellowhead member, John Spiers, for
Add drama with electric, navy or cobalt blue, or calm things down with shades of baby, cornflower and powder… Main picture (top): Long Beach sofa,
Telford and District Light Operatic Players (Tadlop) prepare to bring the golden age of Hollywood to Oakengates Theatre at the end of March. The Shropshire
Over 30 excited children aged between eight and 13 came from all over Shropshire to take part in Mad Cow Productions’ open audition for the
NOTE: the date in our March/April issue is incorrect – Miranda is visiting Broseley in March, not April. Miranda Sykes, the acclaimed singer and double
A local firm of solicitors has expanded their team with the additional of a new legal professional. Solicitor Emma Humphreys has joined Fodens, based in
The story of Faust, who trades his soul with the devil for youth and power, has taken on many forms over the years, but Gounod’s
A veterinary nurse from the Much Wenlock branch of Severn Edge Vets recently undertook a trek to Everest Base Camp. Eleanor Naylor made the journey
The Fortunes were formed in Rugby in Warwickshire in 1963 and still perform to appreciative audiences all around the world. The band scored hits with
Since an inaugural meeting in August last year, Bridgnorth’s retailers have continued to meet with the aim of supporting and strengthening the town’s economy. Led
If your mum was among those who helped make the soundtrack to the smash hit Hugh Jackman musical The Greatest Showman into the best-selling album
A project which transformed one of Shropshire’s oldest and best-known buildings has been recognised in an award scheme. The major renovation of Bishop Percy’s House
A chilling retelling of the classic tale of Jekyll and Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson combines old-fashioned thrills with a steampunk sensibility and a time-fluid
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre have announced that football legend Steve ‘Bully’ Bull MBE will become their first Grand Theatre Ambassador. The Steve Bull Foundation has been
If you’re looking for a Sunday afternoon treat, a performance at St Mary’s Church in Bridgnorth at 3pm on 10 March will lift your spirits.