A celebration of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site kicks off next week. Running from 12th September to 15th October, there is a massive programme happening. People say “something for…
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The West Midlands Cyclo-Cross League Returns!
The West Midlands Cyclo-Cross League (WMCCL) returns tomorrow with its opening session at the Shrewsbury Sports Village. What is Cyclo-Cross? A cold weather bicycle race, cyclo-cross consists of several laps…
Shropshire Oktoberfest
I’ll be honest, I’d spotted the advertising for Shropshire Oktoberfest, but I’d let it wash by me. As a non-local, I’d assumed that it would be one of those big…
Telford Balloon Fiesta 2022
Hot air balloons were flying high over the Telford Balloon Fiesta this week. The town enjoyed three days of free entertainment at the Town Park. The celebration was crowned by…
Shrewsbury Cocktail Week 2022
It’s not long until Shrewsbury Cocktail Week kicks off! Wristbands are just £8 (£5 for NHS/NUS). They give you access to a selection of £6 cocktails in bars around the…
Hencote: Vibes on the Vine
HENCOTE VINEYARD: Having delivered English wine tastings for many years, I have often noted that sadly not many people know an awful lot about English wine. We are fortunate in…
Japanese Street Food Pop-Up
This Saturday, 20th August, the Ludlow Brewing Company will host a delicious-sounding Japanese street food pop-up. The brewery’s taphouse is based in a carefully converted railway shed. They offer some…
Free Outdoor Yoga
Free Outdoor Yoga Follow @SophiesWellnessSpace on Instagram for details of her gentle yoga classes throughout the year. During the summer Sophie is offering free outdoor yoga sessions on Quarry Park…
Camp Bestival Returns
Camp Bestival is back at Weston Park this weekend. Running over three days, the family-friendly festival will be headlined by the magnificent Fatboy Slim. Festival goers will also be treated…