25 Apr 2023
In celebration of the forthcoming Coronation Day on May 6th, two dog-friendly Shropshire businesses have come together to help Tayto the King Charles Spaniel enjoy a visit fit for a king at an exquisite 16th century Hall in South Shropshire.
Marrington Escapes holiday house rentals and Different Dog, Shrewsbury’s freshly cooked dog food specialists, joined forces at the beautiful Marrington Hall...
19 Apr 2023
Businesses from across Shropshire are being invited to a free event which will help them understand better what actions they can take to become more sustainable.
Business Net Zero (BNZ) has teamed up with the Marches Growth Hub Shropshire to stage a half-day workshop at University Centre Shrewsbury on Wednesday, April 26.
The event is aimed at inspiring business owners to take positive actions...
14 Apr 2023
One of Shropshire’s best-known businesswomen has been installed as the county’s new High Sheriff – and pledged to shine a light on the county’s unsung heroes.
Mandy Thorn MBE was officially installed at a special ceremony attended by guests from across Shropshire held at St Mary’s Under the Wrekin Church in Leighton on April 13. She takes over the role from Selina Graham.
Mandy said she would...
04 Apr 2023
A building firm has received three shortlistings in awards that celebrate the best construction projects and companies in the Midlands
Pave Aways, which is based near Oswestry in Shropshire, will go through to the next round of judging for the Conservation and Regeneration award in the Constructing Excellence West Midlands Awards for its work to renovate and extend the Riggs Hall boarding house...
28 Mar 2023
Shropshire children have two weeks of Easter-themed fun to look forward to at action-packed school holiday clubs.
The Crossbar Foundation, in partnership with Crossbar Education in Sport, will be running clubs at nine county schools during the Easter holidays.
Week one activities are offered between Monday, April 3 and Thursday, April 6, followed by another busy schedule for week two from...
20 Mar 2023
Ryan Kennedy is joining the on-air team at Shropshire Live this April to present a brand new weekday show.
The local radio presenter will join to host the mid-morning show between 10am – 1pm from Tuesday 11th April.
Ryan will be keeping Shropshire up to date with the latest local news and entertainment, with local and celebrity guests featuring on the show and a mix of music from the 80s to today...
08 Mar 2023
A dyslexia campaigner from Shropshire has enjoyed a right royal day out after officially being made an MBE by Princess Anne at a special investiture ceremony.
Elizabeth Wilkinson, who has worked tirelessly to promote the skills and successes of people with dyslexia, went to Windsor Castle today (Wednesday, March 8) to receive the honour awarded in the Queen’s Birthday Honours last year.
She went...
27 Feb 2023
‘Education Behind Bars – All Children Should Go To Prison’
Shrewsbury Prison puts ‘Education Behind Bars’ with the launch of a newly created National Educational Programme for Schools, Colleges, and Universities. Education Behind Bars is being delivered nationally across decommissioned prisons launching at Shrewsbury Prison in Shropshire and Shepton Mallet Prison in Somerset, with more locations...
23 Feb 2023
Shrewsbury Folk Festival has kicked off a search to find the folk stars of the future who want to showcase their music and reach new audiences at this year’s event.
The festival is appealing for bands, duos or solo artists to pitch for one of the three places available on The Launchpad, which showcases emerging talent on the festival’s Village Stage.
The Launchpad is sponsored by Midlands What’s...
01 Feb 2023
Oteley Estate, based in Ellesmere are in the final stages to win a Countryside Alliance Award in the Rural Enterprise Category.
Oteley Estate sits on the shores of Ellesmere Mere and is home to the Mainwaring family, their iconic Highland cattle, shorthorn and commercial cattle, sheep and pigs. Events are held regularly in the original stable yard, where the 10-acre private gardens can be...