Features

The bat mine

Ed Andrews ventures underground to explore a real ‘batcave’ At the bottom of a steep bramble-covered bank, tucked in the corner of a long-forgotten field

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Dental dangers

Dental disease is the most common infectious disease in our pets. Over 80% of cats and dogs over the age of three require dental treatment

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TIPS for Mar & Apr

Spring into the garden Now’s the time to get the best out of your plot, however, writing this piece at the beginning of January, it’s

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Local walks – Mar/Apr

We’re looking forward to the brighter months ahead following the spring equinox on 20 March – this will mean the welcome return of blossoming trees,

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Go BOLD or go home

Liven up minimalistic living spaces with some “out there” statement pieces. Whether its playful, vibrant prints, geometric shapes and patterns or colourful retro accessories –

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RECIPE: Flour power

A new recipe book is putting the spotlight on different types of flour. Flour by Christine McFadden (Absolute Press, £26) explores the options available to

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Time to embrace the blues

Teal is the real deal – bold and eye-catching without being overpowering. Marrying the colours of sky and sea, this on-trend tone presents a rare

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TIPS for Jan & Feb

A new year, a new season This time of year is all about a fresh outlook. As we leave Christmas behind and begin the new

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Happy Tails Q & A’s

Is it ok for a dog to wear jumpers? It’s definitely the fashion for dogs to wear clothing these days! It very much depends upon

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A little hoarse?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or equine asthma, is the most common cause of the chronic cough and respiratory disease affecting 5-7% of horses in

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Extinct cheese resurrected

Ludlow Food Centre’s dairy manager Dudley Martin has spent the past two years piecing together clues and titbits of information to resurrect an extinct cheese,

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Very Vegan

January is known by some as Veganuary, when people give up dairy products and eggs for a month. The annual event sees diners eschewing animal

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Cooking for wellbeing

If you’re feeling a little sluggish after the festive season’s excesses, a one-day cookery course at the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre may be for you.

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County wine school launched

A local wine enthusiast is embarking on a radical career change as he launches the county’s first independent wine education company. Former businessman Gary Carter

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Telford College’s new chef

A celebrated chef who has worked at Michelin-starred restaurants and five-star hotels has joined the teaching staff at Telford College. Stuart Leggett is the new

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TIPS for Nov & Dec

Season’s end… As we settle down to the colder months, now is the time to get your garden tidied up and look forward to bringing

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Coping with Christmas

Christmas time in most households is a time of increased activity and excitement, which often means a change of routine for our pets…. With all

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RECIPE: Festive canapes

The Raven in Much Wenlock offers an innovative menu that revolves around the changing seasons and the county’s abundant natural larder. At the moment, the

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RECIPE: Christmas cocktails

Add a touch of pazzaz to your festive celebrations with these delicious Christmas cocktails… Pineapple martini Ingredients (makes 1 cocktail) 3cl gin 2cl Grand Marnier

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Autumn webs…

Ed Andrews gets up close and personal with one of our most fascinating creatures – the spider. Spider silk is the strongest natural fibre ever

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Food Centre on form

Ludlow Food Centre is on winning form at the moment, gaining recognition for its cheeses and sweet products. The dairy team at the Bromfield-based centre

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