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Art

Making Sure The Show Will Go On!

Daniel Morris talks to the makers behind a Shropshire-based TV drama, who had to go back to the drawing board after an accident threatened production. They

Success Story

Julius is Tuning Up Musical Skills

Heather Large meets a young singer-songwriter who transformed his life and is now pursuing an exciting career in music. Music has the power to convey emotions,

Art

Ro-bert Builder a junkyard genius

Heather Large discovers how building robots from junk and writing about them became a thriving passion – and business – for Andy and Lorraine Laverton.

Cover Story

Daisy’s Weaving Willow Wonders.

Heather Large catches up with a Shropshire artisan who has learned ancient techniques to craft amazing basketry sculptures from natural materials.   Willow weaving has been

Adventure

Ramblers Staying One Step Ahead.

Matthew Panter meets the Shrewsbury ramblers who, with a second guide,  look to inspire walkers to investigate some  of the most scenic locations in Shropshire Some

History

Beating Heart of Museums Service.

Dan Morris learns about the history and culture of Shropshire on a journey through time to see treasures currently not on show at county museums. Shropshire

Food & Drink

Choc full of festive flavours.

Heather Large talks to bespoke chocolatiers the Lefevres about their special sweet treats.  Whether it’s an indulgent truffle or fruit-filled bonbon, chocolate is always a must-have

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CLASSIC CAMPERS LOVINGLY RESTORED

Daniel Morris meets the Bebb family, whose Shrewsbury business specialises in restoring VW campers and other classic vehicles to their former glory. For decades they have

Success Story

CRAFTING A NEW LIFE AFTER INJURY

  Former HGV driver Martin Hughes thought he would never walk again after a bad accident. He tells Heather Large how woodwork helped him to

Nature

CALL OF THE WILD VOLUNTEER APPEAL

Charlie Bell has a passion for nature and here she tells Matthew Panter how the National Trust’s Stepping Stones project can preserve wildlife under threat.