Good gardening tips for September & October 2016
The late show – Make the most of any end-of- summer sunshine by getting out into the garden. As you empty your baskets of their
18 August 2016
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The late show – Make the most of any end-of- summer sunshine by getting out into the garden. As you empty your baskets of their
Pheasant flying high A pub near Bridgnorth that’s owned by the local community has scooped a coveted national award. The Pheasant at Neenton, a dining
Our wildlife expert Ed Andrews is on the spot as a grisly scene unfolds… I have been witness to a murder most horrid. It happened
Set in the stunning Ironbridge Gorge, right on the Wharfage, the White Hart is one of the most pleasant places in the region to do
A slow-starting summer After a mild, wet winter followed by snow and late frosts in April and May, we should finally be able to relax
Quo launch tipples Francis Rossi and Rick Parfitt have teamed up with Hobsons Brewery to create the Dog of Two Head ale. The ale, along
Our wildlife expert Ed Andrews finds out how conserving ancient floodplains can lead to richer habitats for animals and wildflowers. As you read this, the
A Broseley restaurant has been quietly making waves by teaming its sophisticated, international fare with a refreshingly unpretentious attitude. Kerri Tyler samples the goodies at
Nadiya Hussain, winner of last year’s Great British Bake Off, will be making her first visit to Shropshire when she appears at Newport Show on
It’s that time of year when we’re all looking forward to a much-needed break. For many pets, that involves a kennel or cattery stay. Check
Here in landlocked Shropshire, we’re a long, long way from the salty tang of the sea. But a new collection from the National Trust, which
Food festival news The 2016 Ludlow Spring Festival promises to be a corker, bringing together the best regional beer, food and music to the town
The dawn chorus is at its loudest during the month of May and, for song birds, this is the peak of their nesting season. Barn
The excellent team behind Claverley’s Woodman next turned their attention to Bridgnorth, opening Graze on St Mary’s Street 18 months ago. This quality burger joint
If you’re on the hunt for a new companion, your investigation work should begin before you even visit a potential playmate. You need to ensure
Easter came early this year, making us think that the season is further advanced than it actually is – but, though we shouldn’t get ahead
Ed Andrews muses on the lasting legacy of two men with a gift for natural landscaping. It’s a winter day in Rectory Wood, Church Stretton.
Visiting the Pheasant in Broseley for a family Sunday lunch, we were delighted to find the place busy and welcoming. What struck us immediately was
There’s no sugar-coating the fact that sugar consumption is having a massive impact on our health and wellbeing. From reports that slashing the amount of
I’m often asked my advice on puppies as opposed to rescue dogs, and I recently had that very dilemma when I was looking for a
The best laid plans… Writing this in January, the weather has been mild if very wet, with flooding in some parts of the area, followed
Get a pizza the action Little ones will love being ‘a pizza baker for the day’ at Fordhall Farm near Market Drayton on 17 April.
Ed Andrews finds out that small can be beautiful in the case of the diminutive goldcrest. The sight of certain birds in our skies can
For beer loving residents in the picturesque village of Worfield, there’s plenty to celebrate these days with the arrival of new incumbents at The Dog
After all the stress and hassle of festive cooking, the temptation is to go out and stock up on ready meals or order in takeaways.
If you’re a smallholder, sudden death within your flock can be devastating, especially when it hits your healthiest and strongest animals. Last year I took
As we leave Christmas behind and welcome in 2016, it’s time to start planning for the gardening year ahead. If you’re growing vegetables, get out
Broseley restaurant scoops award The King and Thai in Broseley are again celebrating a win – in November, they were crowned regional winner of the
It’s all too easy to become a creature of habit when it comes to choosing an Indian restaurant; an abundance of choice plus three within
Get your finger-foods well in hand before the Big Day arrives – these festive recipes from The Raven’s Jason Hodnet, star of The Great British
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