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Mary Webb wrote, “Shropshire is where the dignity of ancient things lingers long…. and rich with an abiding love for the beauty of forest and harvest field...” How marvellously relevant these words still are 100 years on – particularly when we celebrate another successful Burwarton Show and as we move to the time of year that harvests are gathered in, morning mists start to appear and days shorten and cool. An exhibition exploring Mary Webb’s place in Shropshire lore is just one of the events taking place this month; you can also read about a new film at the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre that shows our landscape at its best.

Love them or hate them, you have to agree spiders are fairly industrious creatures and Ed Andrews draws us into taking a fresh look at their wonderful world with his evocative exploration of the spider – at its height in autumn. And while we’re on the theme of natural surroundings, our interiors section Nature knows best will stir you to draw inspiration from materials around you.

As usual, your WW! is packed with local news and events, sports, walks, gardens to visit and shows to attend, recipes to make and fashion to buy – all in one place to help you make the very most of our wonderful neck of the woods!

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Local news

6 – 27

School news

28 – 39

Local arts

40 – 55

Diary dates

55 – 65

Food & drink

66 – 73

Home & you

74 – 85

Gardening & local walks

86 – 91

Wildlife 92 Burwarton Show

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Animal care

96

Local business news

98 – 103

Town council news

104 – 107

Local sport

108 – 110

Local experts

111 – 113

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LOCAL NEWS

Bypass works

Community rallies for pool

Improvement works on the A458 Bridgnorth bypass started in July and work is due to finish by 10 November. A 20mph temporary speed limit is in place for the duration of the scheme to protect the workforce and give added safety to the motoring public. Night time closures will be in place from 4 September, extending well into October to enable the resurfacing and bridge works. Final resurfacing of the Ludlow and Kidderminster Road roundabouts require 24-hour road closures where half of each roundabout will be closed to enable curing of the surfacing material. At the time of going to press these are planned for mid September.

Fundraising towards the shortfall for Bridgnorth’s swimming pool gathered pace over the summer. In negotiations spearheaded by resident Nancy Brown and Bridgnorth Town Councillors, Shropshire Council and Bridgnorth Town Council agreed to donate £30k each towards the £70k gap. The costs of the refurbishment escalated when the roof supports for the pool, which is now managed by Bridgnorth Endowed School and Halo Leisure, were deemed unsafe and asbestos was discovered on site. The hoist was also found to need replacing at a further cost of £17k. Further donations from members of the public, local companies Craven Dunnill and Bridgnorth Aluminium, Bridgnorth Mayor Ron Whittle and Tasley Parish Council have helped move the fundraising towards the total needed. Northgate Swimming Club, the largest single users of the pool, also donated a cheque for £2,500.

Nancy said, “We are so grateful for these generous donations – the pool is a resource which affects the whole community and I have been so heartened by the response to our ‘Help our Pool’ campaign.” Nancy has also organised a raffle, to which many high street shops and local businesses have donated prizes, and a ‘Back to School’ family disco will take place on Saturday 9 September at the Edgar Davies Ground from 6-10pm.

Members of Northgate Swimming Club present Nancy Brown with a cheque

Prostate screening Bridgnorth Lions has announced that this year’s prostate screening event will take place at the Castle Hall on Monday 23 October. This will be the ninth time that the Lions have run this event, and during this time almost 5,000 men have been tested, 300 of whom have been found to have the disease. Prostate Cancer is the most prominent cancer among men with 35,000 new cases discovered in the UK every year. The Lions do not charge for the screening but each test costs £15, so donations are welcomed.

Treasure hunt The League of Friends of Bridgnorth Hospital are holding a treasure hunt around the town on Sunday 10 September, starting at 5.30pm and finishing in the Baptist Church, West Castle Street for refreshments and prize giving. Tickets £7; call 07931 471662.

In the row Bridgnorth Rowing Club’s Fun Regatta will this year be held on Saturday 2 September. It is a fun event for everybody from 16 years to 96 years old – with no experience necessary. The club provides coaching during the weeks leading up to race day, letting novices loose in specially-designed rowing boats. There will be a barbecue, music and a bar. For more details and an entry pack call 07500 014791.

Bridgnorth fun regatta in September

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Legion Festival Louise Parker of WOS

lighting the Flame of Hope held by Sergeant Darren Hendleman

Greg Silvester receiving a commemorative plaque presented by Mayoress Mrs Christine Edgcumbe Venning

Sam Allardyce and

Sgt Darren Hendleman at William Brookes’ graveside

Flame of Hope visit Much Wenlock recently hosted the official lighting of the 2017 Special Olympics GB Flame of Hope. The ceremony, which was attended by special guests including international footballing legend Sam Allardyce, marked the start of a 200-mile torch relay which will finish at Sheffield United’s ground ready for the Special Olympics GB Games to commence.

Members of the Wenlock Olympian Society (WOS), Much Wenlock Town Council and Special Olympics GB, including several athletes, witnessed the lighting of the Flame of Hope at the graveside of William Penny Brookes.

Wenlock’s ancient book

Much Wenlock’s ancient record book on display

Those interested in history are in for a treat as an important part of Much Wenlock’s history is put on display at Priory Hall with the completion of the restoration of the town’s ancient record book. Town clerk Sharon Clayton explained how progressive the book was, saying, “Over 500 years ago in 1495, the Burgesses of Wenlock Borough bought a book to record their minutes. This in itself is significant because the book was made of paper, which was a remarkably scarce material having only been produced for the first time in England that year. The earliest entries in the book are all in Latin and for over half a millennium the minute book has survived largely intact; however damp conditions gradually stained and weakened the paper and the vellum cover shrank.”

The Royal British Legion in Shropshire extends a warm invitation to the Annual Festival of Remembrance on Tuesday 24 October at Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury.

Compered by Eric Smith of BBC Radio Shropshire, the programme includes the Shrewsbury Brass Band, Jigsaw Sound Choir, singer Sadie-Beth and RAF Shawbury.

The evening concludes with the formal Service of Remembrance. All proceeds go to the Poppy Appeal.

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Ex-minister talk Bridgnorth Labour Party are looking forward to offering a rare opportunity to hear a former cabinet minister speak in the town.

An evening with Clare Short will be held on Friday 22 September at Castle Hall. Ms Short, who served as an MP for Birmingham Ladywood for 27 years, spent six years in cabinet as Secretary of State for International Development and is still involved in the global fight against poverty.

The evening includes a two-course curry from the Eurasia restaurant and tickets are £15 each, available from Eurasia or call 01746 552121 or email juliabuckleylabour@gmail. com. Doors open at 7.30pm.

MP surgery Ludlow MP Philip Dunne will be holding an advice surgery on Friday 15 September at the Severn Centre at Highley 4.30-6pm. To book an appointment, call 01584 872187.

Thanks to funding, mainly from the Heritage Lottery Fund, conservators renovated and rebound the book with new vellum in the same style as the original. On Saturday 9 September Much Wenlock will celebrate the completion of the project with this piece of history on display.

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Bridge to get makeover The Iron Bridge is set for a spruce up that will see both structural and cosmetic improvements to the world-famous icon. Work by English Heritage will include repairs to cracks, examination of key structural elements to ensure their soundness, and a clean and repaint that will give the bridge a new lease of life.

Work on the bridge, which will celebrate its 240th birthday in 2019, is set to start in September, having been moved forward from next spring. The bridge will be surrounded by scaffolding during some of the operation, which will help preserve the historical structure for many decades to come.

The Effective Hearing Programme is a half-day free communication and information course for NHS hearing aid wearers and it’s a chance to pick up useful tips and practical help.

Two are being held locally: Tuesday 12 September at the Oak Centre in Lightmoor, Telford 9.30am-1pm; and in the library at Bridgnorth Endowed School on Wednesday 25 October 9.30am-1pm. Places must be pre-booked; call 01743 342168 or email shls@shropshire-rcc.org.uk.

Albrighton sessions The Albrighton Trust Moat and Gardens, which provides recreation and education for people with disabilities, is hosting craft sessions on Tuesday 25 October where participants can make a sock puppet. Sessions are 10am-noon and 1-3pm and cost £5. On Thursday 27 October there will be Coached Angling sessions, where qualified coaches will be on hand to help young or inexperienced anglers learn skills such as baiting a hook, casting a line and landing and unhooking a fish. Morning session 10-noon and afternoon session 1-3pm and cost is £5, which includes equipment. Call 01902 372441 for details.

Rupertfest delight Dedicated supporter Rupert’s Revenge Kelly Woodcock organised a successful community event, Rupertfest, in July, raising £11k for the fund to help with treatment for six-year-old Bridgnorth youngster Rupert Beckett who suffers from the rare cancer neuroblastoma. The event, which was attended by 1,700 people, had plenty for youngsters to do including a climbing wall, sumo suits, arts and crafts and the crowds were entertained by the inimitable Disco Daddy and local live bands.

Kelly told WW! “The support of individuals, clubs and businesses has been overwhelming. On top of the 100 volunteers that ran stalls on the day, there were many more who donated prizes; businesses brought their attractions for free, performers entertained and all printing was provided free of charge by Badger Print and of course massive thanks to the Rugby Club for free use of their facilities. There are far too many people to individually thank but please be assured everyone made a difference! The whole community came together at Rupertfest to show the Beckett family that they are not alone... we must continue to ensure these funds are raised and give Rupert a chance of a future.”

Harvest home Shipton Village Hall plays host to a harvest supper in aid of Stanton Long Church on Monday 25 September. Tickets are priced at £12.50 and include a two-course buffet and choice of over a dozen homemade puddings, plus entertainment. Call 01746 712602 to reserve.

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Broseley’s historical day

Town’s history celebrated

Broseley Local History Society will be holding an open day on Saturday 14 October from 10am to 3pm in the Victoria Hall, with displays of artefacts, old photographs and documents.

The society is keen to expand their records by encouraging people to visit and to bring any items of interest which they may have in their possession. The lack of a suitable display area in the town means that the considerable number of objects, photographs, maps and documents in the archives which relate to Broseley’s rich and varied history are rarely seen by the public, so this is an opportunity for many to be viewed for the first time. It’s hoped people will come and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and share memories of old Broseley. If anyone has anything of interest they would like displayed, or for further information, contact Gillian Pope on gill.h.pope@googlemail. com or phone 01952 883960.

Bridgnorth History Fortnight, which marks 10 years of Bridgnorth Library’s successful history weeks and the local and family history volunteer afternoons, will take place from 4-15 September and is a chance to bring Bridgnorth’s past to life through a series of talks, displays and exhibitions. Included in the programme are Shropshire Milestones, a talk by Alan Reade on Thursday 7 September; Spies, Nurses and the Home Front: The Role of Women in the Great War, an illustrated talk by Philip Stevens on Friday 8. Saturday 9 September will be History Day – with a chance to meet local and family history volunteers and view a display of artefacts and militaria from Bridgnorth Northgate Museum – and medal specialist Keith Perry will be on hand to give advice and value British military medals.

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Brownies and guides in the old town hall in the 1950s

The junction of King Street and Duke Street in Broseley Wood early 1900s

Talks the following week include the story of how David Bremner rebuilt his grandfather’s WW1 Bristol Scout aeroplane on Monday 11; The Work of Victorian Photographer on Wednesday 13; Behind Enemy Lines – A look inside the Special Operations Executive (S.O.E.) with Dr Mark Baldwin on Thursday 14 and finally Bridgnorth Infirmary: An Unnecessary Expense? with Gill Waugh Pead on Friday 15 September. All talks start at 7pm and are £3 per ticket, booked in advance. Contact Bridgnorth Library for more details: bridgnorth.library@ shropshire.gov.uk.

Local and Family History Advice Sessions are on Fridays 2-5pm and the Friends of Bridgnorth Library Book Sale is on Saturday 23 September, with tea coffee and cakes for sale.

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Twinning trip Much Wenlock Twinning Group are organising a Family Cultural Exchange Twinning visit to Cysoing, Northern France during the school half term, leaving on Saturday 21 and returning on Tuesday 24 October.

Young volunteers In the past 12 months over 30 young volunteers have participated in a structured training course which has spanned a number of local towns. The Bridgnorth Youth & Schools Project has drawn youngsters from the Tuesday and Friday clubs at The Bridge in Bridgnorth, St James’ Hall Youth Club, the Friday Event in Highley, the Old Chapel Youth Club in Alveley, and clubs run by the Say Yes Project in Shifnal and Albrighton.

The volunteers, who were between the ages of 10 and 19, gave a total of 1,164 hours with each learning practical skills relating to their own environment. Some of the youngest gave their time to raise money whilst the older participants learnt how to run activities and events, with one joining the Shropshire Youth Association and achieving a Level 2 qualification in Youth Work. At the awards night, leaders and participants welcomed parents, adult volunteers, trustees, local county councillor Christian Lea and Mayor and Mayoress Ron and Carol Whittle, who presented awards.

Travel will be by coach and members will stay with French families and take part in cultural experiences in the town of Cysoing, near Lille. The price is expected to be around ÂŁ80 per person and in 2018 the town will host the families back in Much Wenlock.

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Shropshire’s African school The charity Friends of Conakry Refugee School (FCRS) are hosting an evening of wildlife photography, stories and poetry with acclaimed photographer and poet, Andrew Fusek Peters on Friday 15 September. Andrew’s stunning new book, Upland, captures the magic of the Shropshire hills and FCRS, which is run by a small team of volunteers, is delighted that he is donating his time for the charity. Conakry is the capital of Guinea, West Africa and FCRS has been supporting the school for 13 years. Director Jackie Watkins recently visited the school and shares some of her observations with WW!: “It’s been impossible to visit West Africa until it was declared Ebola free so it was heartening to see that, despite grinding poverty, attendance at the 500-pupil school is high; exam results are good and students are ambitious and hardworking.”

Amongst her strongest impressions were the warmth of the people – who “despite having nothing, took us into their homes and welcomed us into their hearts.” The chaos and noise of the capital, with its endemic and uncontrolled traffic – and lack of basic amenities. “There is no piped water in Conakry, and electricity is intermittent. There is no postal service, no public transport and no rubbish collection yet Conakry Refugee School is at the centre of the refugee community. Having been set up in the early 1990’s, a strong thread running through the conflicts from which refugees flee is the desire for education and many pupils travel several hours each day to attend CRS.” Jackie continues, “Prejudice and inequality persists, with refugees experiencing this continually and many lasting scars and experiences are difficult for refugees to forget. Girls do better at CRS than elsewhere in West Africa and this education 12

gives them the best possible chance in life as they take recognised public exams. But the everyday struggle of poverty kills; many orphaned students I interviewed for scholarships stated simply that their parents died one day; when asked what they died of, the answer came back that they could no longer go on. No disease, no drama, just the impact of years of struggle catching up with them.”

Tickets are £10 and can be bought online at fcrs.org.uk or at Wenlock Books or by phoning 01746 712375 or 07970 437964.

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Peace award for angel Oswestry’s British Ironwork Centre was presented with the prestigious Rotary International Peace Award in recognition of its National Anti-Violence Monument with the creation of the Knife Angel sculpture, which has been created from weapons collected in knife banks across the UK with the help of the police.

Owner Clive Knowles said, “We’re overwhelmed to have won, so much has gone into creating the monument with the goal of making a difference to UK’s knife crime blight, so it is truly humbling to be recognised for our work.”

The sculpture took two and a half years to create from conception to completion, consists of 100,000 knives and stands at almost 30 feet tall. Described as a “truly stunning work of art” by BBC’s The One Show presenter Alex Jones, the sculpture has been developed with the support and backing of hundreds of families who have lost loved ones to knife crime.

An application for the Knife Angel to appear on Trafalgar Square’s fourth plinth has been so far unsuccessful – despite support from Terry Waite CBE. However, other British cities have expressed an interest in displaying the artwork, including Nottingham.

Knife Angel, which has won a peace award

Singers reunion Who remembers The Black and White Minstrels? Golfers in Bridgnorth were intrigued in the summer to hear singing voices in full flow and stunned to discover the reunion of cast members was taking place in their clubhouse.

The singing troupe was founded by Shropshire lad George Mitchell who would have been 100 this year; so this year’s reunion at Bridgnorth Golf Club was quite special. Times and attitudes have changed, but in 1961 The Black and White Minstrels were voted the best light entertainment show and won the Golden Rose at the Montreux Festival. George Mitchell produced his first concert troupe in the army during WWII and signed up with the BBC in 1945. Local lady Angela Astell, a former member of the troupe, was responsible for booking the venue and bringing the reunion together.

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Reunion at Bridgnorth Golf Club The Golden Rose from the

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Maternity closure consultation

A consultation process is now underway, which saw a large number of mothers coming to the Bridgnorth Unit at short notice in July to give their feedback and overwhelming support for the local service. There’s a further consultation meeting on Thursday 7 September to which all service users who have had a baby in the last 2.5 years are welcome. Bridgnorth councillors have written to Simon Wright and Sarah Jamieson of SaTH explaining that the closure of the unit could have a devastating effect on our local economy, in terms of young families settling here. SaTH have indicated there was no intention for these closures to become permanent, and confirmed SaTH’s commitment to providing a ‘Hub and Spoke’ model for midwifery, which promotes local rural services remaining available in the county and confirmed the trust is pressing ahead with recruiting more midwives immediately.

Campaigners and service users, as well as local MP Philip Dunne and Cllr Julia Buckley, are disappointed by the sudden closure of Bridgnorth Maternity Unit by Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital

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Trust (SaTH) Board and are calling for a return of services as soon as possible. The closure has been blamed on staffing issues and ‘a combination of short-term and long-term sickness in recent months’ and a low number of local births in the units.

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Shropshire’s unsung sporting heroes Shropshire’s sport and physical activity ‘Oscars’ are back for an 11th year – and the hunt is on for individuals and organisations deserving of recognition. The Energize awards celebrate the achievements of community projects, workplaces, schools, volunteers, clubs and leaders and this year there are new awards, such as the Active Spaces and Places prize and a Local Hero award for a person who gives up their free time to help others – perhaps an instructor, fundraiser, or groundkeeper.

BBC Shropshire is backing the Power of Sport award, which will go to someone who has changed their life by adopting a more active lifestyle, and the William Penny Brookes Trophy will be awarded for dedication over time; Bridgnorth Rugby Club and Anna Overton of Bridgnorth Spartans have been recent winners.

For the full list of categories and to enter, visit energizeawards.co.uk.

Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards, guest of honour at last year’s Energize awards, pictured with the winners

Telford’s golden year In 2018 Telford marks its 50th birthday, and Telford & Wrekin Council has started to prepare a busy anniversary celebration calendar for next year, which will include festivals, carnivals and events. It’s hoped people from across the community will get involved with the celebrations. As a first step, the council asked people to choose Telford’s 50th anniversary logo and almost 5,000 voted for their favourite. Council leader Cllr Shaun Davies said, “It’s great to see such strong interest in this anniversary and the exciting year of celebrations being planned for 2018.

“We’re already attracting private sector funding to support the celebrations which will help attract more visitors here and raise Telford’s profile as a destination, which can only be good for the economy and a strong tourism sector. There will also be funding for legacy projects which will help to create a new chapter in the borough’s development.”

The logo chosen by the public was unveiled at the Carnival of Giants in Telford Town Park in July.

‘Telford 50’ logo unveiled at the Carnival of the Giants

Diabetes awareness A Diabetes Awareness Programme will be held at the Red House, Albrighton on Wednesdays 20 and 27 September.

The programme runs as two afternoon sessions and is free of charge to people with diabetes, their families and anyone who is concerned about developing the condition. There will be talks on medication management, foot care, eye-screening, healthy eating and gentle exercise taster sessions. Everyone is welcome but places must be booked in advance by phoning Shropshire RCC on 01743 360641 or emailing enquiries@ shropshire-rcc.org.uk.

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Dragon book for Cameron A book to celebrate 10 years of Cameron’s Fund will be launched at Bridgnorth Library on Saturday 7 October; people can come and purchase the book, meet the author Gemma Brown, pose for photos with Dana the dragon and meet illustrator Jade Shaw. Commemorative wrist bands will be on sale with proceeds for Cameron’s Fund at Asthma UK as mum Gemma and Dana prepare to run the London Marathon in memory of Cameron, together with team mates. Gemma says, “I studied children’s literature as part of my degree so this is especially exciting! I also worked at Bridgnorth library for six years so I’m delighted to donate the first copy to the library. Dana has been the main inspiration for the story and a great supporter and fundraiser for Cameron’s Fund at Asthma UK.”

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Older people are being urged to think ahead to winter warmth with a free home energy check.

The local charity Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin which supports older people across the county has secured funding to offer a free advisory service for the over 60’s which will help to make homes warmer and could save money on heating bills.

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Much Wenlock Bowling Club is working hard to reinvigorate its membership. The club, founded in the 1870s, is based on Much Wenlock’s Gaskell Recreation Ground. Chairman Peter Gyldard said, “We have four teams playing competitive crown green bowls against our neighbours in Telford and East Shropshire and we’re constantly working on improving our performance.”

Social bowling at the Club is also growing and beginners can be seen on the green improving their technique and receiving guidance from more experienced players. Membership enquiries can be made on the Club’s website muchwenlockbowling.club.

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Rotary’s record year

Bridgnorth Rotary celebrated another successful year of fundraising, fellowship and increasing membership with the Rotary Classic Car Run at the end of July which attracted a record 41 entrants and raised over £1,000 for charity. The main fundraising activities throughout the year have been a golf day, the Bridgnorth Up the Steps Walk – which this year takes place on Sunday 8 October – the Tree of Thought at Christmas and the post-festivities Sponsored Slim; together totalling £14,500.

Money raised has been donated to a number of charities: the Liver Foundation at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, Blood Bikers, Macmillan Cancer Support, Mencap and Northgate Swimming Club. Internationally, the Rotarians supplied a Shelter box for disasters, contributed to Polio Plus, and supported small African businesses with Lend with Care.

Rotary provided a dinner and entertainment for the Stroke Club of Bridgnorth, and worked hard on the garden area in front of Bridgnorth Hospital with the help of Bridgnorth Town Council and the Hospital League of Friends, planting 15,000 purple crocus bulbs to promote the Rotary International Polio eradication programme.

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But it’s not just about fundraising; fellowship events have included croquet, fishing and bowling as well as visits to Classic Motor Company, Grainger and Worrall, Bridgnorth Aluminium and Hobsons Brewery. New members are always welcome; to find out more or to enter the Up The Steps Walk call 01746 766245.

Rotary Classic Car Run in July

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Your muscles ache, your head throbs and you can’t stop sneezing – and you can even suffer from symptoms such as abdominal cramping and vomiting.

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Mary’s three great nieces visit Much Wenlock

This year marks 100 years since the publication of Shropshire author Mary Webb’s second novel Gone to Earth. This novel has particular resonance with Much Wenlock as many residents will remember an American film crew arriving in Shropshire in 1950 to film the story. Their time in the county is still talked about today by locals and their families who were extras in some of the scenes – including the Methodist choir.

The Much Wenlock Museum and the Mary Webb Society are holding a special exhibition to celebrate Mary’s early life in the town and the filming of what is described by cinematographer Christopher Challis as, “One of the most beautiful films ever to be shot of the English countryside”.

Mary Webb’s formative years were spent in Much Wenlock, and its people and landscape were the source of some of her literary inspiration. The family moved to The Grange on the Church Stretton Road in 1882 and Mary spent much of her early

Broseley gardeners celebrate Broseley in Bloom’s competitions again inspired the town’s keen gardeners to create some outstanding displays, with judging taking place in July. This year’s judges were Ironbridge-based Sue Halford and Pam Sheldon, both of whom have a lifetime of gardening experience – and who braved the elements to visit each of the entries.

Chris Knight picked up the award for Best Garden, Tom McDonough won Best Frontage and The Albion’s colourful floral display earned it the title of Best Business.

As well as judging on overall effect and plant health and maintenance, the judges also took into account factors such as the varied positioning of plants, and whether the displays attracted bees, butterflies and birds.

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Tom McDonough receives his certificate from Chairman Carol Cooper for taking first place in the Best Frontage category

Chair Carol Cooper said, “I’d like to thank the judges for their time and I feel sure entrants appreciated the individual feedback.”

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years exploring the countryside where she witnessed poverty and deprivation in the local cottages which engendered her compassionate nature. A bronze plaque sited on a piece of Wenlock stone at the rear of the Guildhall marks her close association with the town, and this summer Mary Webb’s three great nieces Christina, Juliette and Lucille visited the town, exhibition and surrounding countryside. The exhibition runs until October. For further details of the society please visit marywebbsociety.co.uk.

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Teen-friendly homes The reality of modern family life in rural Shropshire isn’t quite what the tourist guides would have you imagine; it’s now the norm for both parents to work, but juggling the commute, school run, shopping, cooking and housework takes its toll on valuable parenting time. And for lone parents working in the UK (and research says there are around 1.2 million of them), parenting can be even more challenging.

So how can we factor these demands on our parenting time into our search for the perfect home?

Much recent focus has been placed on buying property in good school catchment areas. The availability of Ofsted ratings has driven savvy buyers into appropriate postcodes, where they have enjoyed rising property prices. But outside education, what do our teens do with their time if you manage to wean them off their devices for a while?

Plenty to offer older kids Caroline Eaton of Berriman Eaton says, “In Bridgnorth we’ve seen a gradual trend of families moving back into town, giving up their views and pony paddocks in favour of walking distance to tennis, swimming, cricket, hockey, football, rowing or rugby clubs. In fact, Bridgnorth offers the full spectrum to keep young people occupied, from amateur dramatics to its own cinema.

“Local restaurateurs have caught onto the teen trend with affordable meal deals in popular haunts such as Graze and Peepo.”

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A teen-friendly home There are various ways of making your home a haven for teens, depending on how many children you have… but one thing’s for sure: sharing bedrooms with siblings certainly seems out of fashion.

Mumsnet.com highlighted some must-haves: • A combi boiler for endless hot water so teen girls can constantly wash their hair; • A master bedroom located as far as possible from the children’s bedrooms; • A bare minimum of two loos; • Space for a large fridge and freezer – teenagers are constantly snacking; • Good internet connection in every room; • Plenty of electrical sockets; • A potential ‘den’ or second TV/computer gaming room.

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Natasha’s hair to help A Wolverhampton Grammar pupil is raising money for Cancer Research UK – and helping sick children along the way.

Fourteen-year-old Natasha Sund from Penn is having her long locks cut off before donating her hair to the Little Princess Trust, which makes wigs for children suffering from cancer or alopecia.

Oldbury Wells swells Oldbury Wells School is set to have another sizable intake in September and the school is taking on new staff to accommodate its growing numbers.

The teachers joined the school for their induction day in July and were welcomed by head Sarah Godden. Pictured are: (l-r) Craig Hailes, Humanities; Claire Massey, PE; Paul Vuckovic, Maths; Jamie White, assistant head; Ben Grainger, Humanities; Patrick Sawyer, Science; Lisa Garside, Science; Tom Williams, Humanities; Rosemary Stevens, Design and Technology; Nina Faure, Modern Foreign Languages.

Natasha, whose locks were being shorn free of charge by Su Bains (both pictured), said, “I was nervous at first about cutting my hair but it was for a good cause so it was worth it. I was inspired to do this for charity as many people I know have suffered from cancer, one of them being an old friend from primary who I’d fallen out of touch with.”

Fundraising will continue into September in order to raise as much as possible. To donate, visit justgiving. com/ fundraising/ Natasha- Sund.

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Riders through the storm Year 6 pupils from Castlefields Primary battled through rain and grizzly weather with admirable Dunkirk spirit on their bike ride to Ironbridge Gorge at the end of the summer term.

At the end of the summer term, St John’s Y5 and 6 children put on a performance called Robin Hood and the Sherwood Hoodies, delivering the show to an enthusiastic audience.

The play, specially written to be performed by children, is a riotous romp through the medieval mayhem of Merry England, splattered with shocks and surprises, crazy characters and comic capers.

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University Centre opens up Students looking to start a degree course in 2018 can gain a taste of University Centre Shrewsbury life at an Open Day taking place on Saturday 21 October. As the newest undergraduates settle into their studies, the institution will throw open its doors to young people interested in studying in Shropshire’s county town.

The day runs between 10am and 3pm at Guildhall, providing the opportunity to visit the study spaces, learn more about courses and meet course tutors. Visitors can also talk with current students about their experiences and learn about opportunities available through the Students’ Union.

Provost Professor Anna Sutton said, “Attending an open day is a useful starting point for prospective students to research their options. They will be able to take part in taster sessions, have a one-to-one chat with academic staff, and take time to explore the facilities.”

Courses include Applied Psychology, History, English, Musical Theatre, Primary Education and a number of Bioscience and Business courses. Visit ucshrewsbury.ac.uk/openday or call 01743 297185 for more information.

Fun for the family North Shropshire College (NSC) recently held its annual Family Fun Day at the Oswestry Campus in aid of Hope House and Severn Hospice.

NSC schools liaison coordinator Chloe Edwards hosted a competition for pupils to design their favourite animal using recyclable materials. Chloe said, “I thought it would be great for children to get stuck in and make their own animals from scratch.

It also teaches them how certain household materials can be reused such as cereal boxes, milk cartons and egg boxes. There were fantastic entries – everyone really embraced the theme.”

The winner of the competition was 10-year-old Leila Shearer who designed an enormous crocodile made using cereal and egg boxes and toilet rolls and won a Be a Keeper for a Day experience for herself and a friend.

Winner Leila Shearer with Chloe Edwards.

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Pre-schoolers forest school Outback2basics are offering a 6 week block of fun packed forest school sessions for children aged 3 and 4 in our woodlands nr Blymhill, Weston Under Lizard. Bug hunts, fire lighting, play with clay, sticks, muddy puddles and pies, crafts and den building galore. Adults have to stay on site but there’s even a place to buy a cup of tea and coffee and a piece of cake while you watch your little people play safely. £6 per session. Either 9.30-11.30am or 12.30-2.30pm, every Thursday from 7 September. Book by emailing info@outback2basics.co.uk

Reflective writers Writing on the theme of ‘Reflection’, the winners in the Intermediate and Senior sections of the Rotary Young Writer competition were both from Oswestry School. From approximately 400 entries, Rachel Roberts was judged winner in the Seniors and Noah Kynaston-Evans was the Intermediate winner. The entries were submitted to the Rotary’s national competition, where they were both highly commended.

Along with her certificate, Rachel was presented with the John Cranwell Young Writer Award for the best local entry to the competition. The late Rotarian was a founder member of Borderland Rotary and, following his death in 2014, fellow members decided to offer an annual award that would recognise young people for their creative writing skills.

Rachel and Noah are presented with their prizes

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Shropshire’s built for success A group of Shrewsbury College students have been successfully placed as the top talent in the region in a variety of construction trades. Six students recently took part in the regional stage of the SkillBuild competition, three of them taking first places, one a second place and one a third.

Marc Marshall from Telford excelled in his category of Electrical Installation, achieving first place in the region. Marc, an apprentice at Courtland Properties, said, “It was quite daunting at first but once the competition was underway it was really enjoyable… I was totally shocked to win first place but I’m really pleased with the result.”

Another local winner, Nick Damerum from Cressage, came third in Site Carpentry. He said, “It was my first time at SkillBuild and it’s been a fantastic experience. I’m really thrilled to have been placed in the top three in the region. It’s given me the motivation to work towards first place next year.”

Joe Northall from Chirk took first in Bricklaying, Luke Vaughan from Shrewsbury came second in Plumbing, and Andy Balmer from Baschurch placed first in the Site Carpentry contest.

Nick Damerum and Andy Balmer shone in Site Carpentry

Prestfelde’s cricket triumph Prestfelde School’s Under 11s have been crowned English Schools national cricket champions – under the watchful eye of England legend Andrew ‘Freddy’ Flintoff. The school was one of eight from across the country which qualified for the Under 11s Hardball Finals Day at Oakham School.

Flintoff was at the event as his children were playing for Manchester Grammar School, who finished in third place.

Prestfelde had enjoyed triumphs against Herefordshire, Warwickshire and Worcestershire along the way, while on the Finals Day itself, they defeated schools from Leicester, Exeter and Harrogate before meeting Summerfield School from Oxford. Taking two early wickets helped keep their opponents in check, and consistent bowling throughout helped restrict them to 47 from their 12 overs. Coach Rob Newey said, “This was a superb team performance from the boys with every player contributing to this outstanding success.

“Several members of the English Schools Cricket Association commented positively with praise for the performance and behaviour of the boys. Jack Home received special praise at the presentation ceremony for his outstanding bowling action.”

Back (l-r): Hugo Emms, Angus Hartnell Beavis, Oliver Parton, Sion Jarman,

Oliver Dunn, Rob Newey. Front (l-r): Harrison Vaughan, Tom Daly, William Jenkins, Jack Home

Fishy Gala fun Children at Kidderminster’s Little Trinity Nursery were delighted when they received swimming certificates and medals after taking part in their first Nursery Swimming Gala. Competing in four teams, Sharks, Dolphins, Jellyfish and Starfish, the children swam a mixture of widths and lengths of the pool, to the delight of family members shouting support from the balcony.

Swimming in a number of fun-packed races, team Sharks were eventually crowned overall winners. Manager Miss Carter said, “Parents appreciate seeing their children so excited and overjoyed at taking part in their first ever swimming gala.

There were lots of cheers, smiles and rivers of happy tears!”

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Royal School swimmers Alicia Dingle and Niamh Hofland were selected to represent Team GB and the Netherlands respectively at the Gyor 2017 European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF). The festival saw some 3,000 athletes from over 50 European nations come together to compete across 100 Olympic sports at the end of July – and it plays a major role in building up to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

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The Royal’s Elite swimming programme was established in 2009 and has built upon its successes under the guidance of coach Marc Spackman. The Royal Swim Club has produced Junior World, European and Commonwealth gold medallists, European and Commonwealth silver medallists, and Youth Olympic and Commonwealth bronze medallists alongside World, European and British record holders… and the prospects for the current batch of swimmers are looking similarly bright, with several swimmers ranking in the national top tens in their age groups.

“I know exactly what to do now if someone in the street has a heart attack!”

So said Christ Church Primary Y6 pupil Charley, who was among the KS2 children learning First Aid skills at the end of last term. All KS2 children at the Cressage school underwent eight hours of First Aid training as part of the school’s approach to equipping the children with skills to deal with everyday life.

Head Mrs Tracey Cansdale said, “Our recent Ofsted inspection commented on how much the pupils enjoyed their learning and how well they behaved in school. We believe this is because they are enjoying a rounded education with many experiences.

We’re really proud that our ‘good’ Ofsted report mentions Art and PE as well as great outcomes in reading, writing and mathematics. And if you ever need an emergency responder, we feel confident our pupils will know what to do!”

Christ Church is currently raising money for an outdoor classroom – to donate, visit justgiving.com/crowdfunding/ cressageptaoutdoor.

BAFTA boost for Shropshire student An aspiring film-maker has been offered the chance of a lifetime with a BAFTA Directing Mentorship from an award-winning director.

Cameron Brydone-Reed, 19, who studied at Shrewsbury Sixth Form College, will learn from the three-time BAFTA Cymru winner for Best Director, Euros Lyn. Lyn is known for his work on Doctor Who as well as Casualty and Broadchurch. Cameron was selected because of his work with the Shropshire BFI Film Academy, with the support of Wem-based design and film company MediaActive.

Cameron said, “I’m amazed and pleased that I’ve been given such a fantastic opportunity. I’m excited to meet with Euros and hear from the perspective of such an experienced and acclaimed person!”

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All aboard the STEM Bus! At the end of June, Oldbury Wells pupils were treated to a visit from the RAF Cosford STEM Bus, a mobile classroom packed with resources to stimulate students’ interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The bus is a partnership between RAF Cosford and Tablet Academy.

Oldbury Wells’ Y7 pupils, along with Y5 pupils from St Leonard’s Primary taking part in the school’s transition programme, boarded the bus to participate in a range of activities. The students learnt code while using BBC Micro:bit to build a sonic screwdriver, they built paper rockets and launched them with compressed air, and they explored the galaxy using Virtual Reality headsets.

Oldbury Wells’ Head of Science Mr Swann-Horler said, “It was great to see pupils (and several staff!) getting so much enjoyment from science. The coding task using the BBC Micro:bit was great fun – we could have filled the bus 10 times over with pupils wanting to try it out from Y5 all the way to Y13!”

Oldbury Wells welcomed pupils from other primary schools throughout June, with children from Alveley, Beckbury, Brown Clee, Claverley, Highley, Morville, St John’s, St Leonard’s, St Mary’s and Worfield all getting a taste of their new ‘big school’.

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Dani’s number 1 Shrewsbury High School (SHS) Y9 pupil Dani Hales is celebrating after an outstanding performance at the English Schools Track and Field Championships, where she won the U15 75m hurdles, beating her personal best (PB) and taking herself to the top of the UK rankings.

Double inspection for Morville Morville Primary recently came out of two inspections with good results. In both their Ofsted and Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS), they were awarded a rating of ‘good’.

The SIAMS inspector said of Morville’s pupils: ‘Their excellent behaviour towards each other at playtimes and in lesson times shows how they embed the Morville way into their daily lives.

The relationships between different year groups are extremely strong and this contributes powerfully to the nurturing ethos that sits at the heart of the school’s distinctive character.’

This is the culmination of a fantastic season for the 14 year old.

Competing for Telford Athletics Club, Dani has entered several competitions across three different leagues, and has come up against the very best with excellent results. Dani, who trains for three or four nights a week, is over the moon with her performance: “Last year I had a lot of trouble with a recurring foot injury, which has played up a bit this year too, so I never thought I would be English and UK champion this year… I’m really proud of myself!

SHS sports coach Ceri Anthony added, “Dani deserves this success for all the hard work she puts in. We really hope now that Dani will be able to get onto a national training programme.”

Head Mrs Blackburn said, “Over the last few years, Morville has grown and, looking to the future, we are hoping to expand to three teachers. We’re also forging strong links with local sports clubs from in and around the Bridgnorth and we enter a variety of sports tournaments and festivals.”

Endowed pupils at uni A group of Y10 pupils from Bridgnorth Endowed School were invited to Birmingham City University towards the end of the summer term as part of their Engineering Festival. Students were able to engage in a range of activities at the ThinkTank Science Museum and in university lecture theatres. Activities included exploring the science behind Formula 1 racing, renewable energy, 3D printing and artificial intelligence.

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WOLVERHAMPTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL JUDGED “EXCELLENT” IN ALL AREAS BY THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS INSPECTORATE

School Open Day (Junior, Senior and Sixth Form) Saturday 7th October, 11am - 3pm Year 3 Open Day Saturday 11th November, 10am - 1.30pm To arrange a guided tour or to learn about one of our open events please contact Mrs Jane Morris, Admissions Registrar tel 01902 422939 or email jam@wgs-sch.net “This is a remarkable school. The atmosphere we encountered as we walked round with a succession of delightful guides was smilingly friendly. There is a real feeling of happiness.” The Good Schools Guide

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Brockton C. of E. Primary School

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Much Wenlock Primary School’s Parents, Teachers and Friends Association (PTFA) held a successful summer fair back in July, featuring the school choir, a bakery contest, and a competition to build a piece of fruit from Lego. Head Mr Litchfield was in the firing line for wet sponges, while children had created a range of items to sell at colourful stalls. PTFA chair Andrew Scott said, “This year we’re looking to raise money for improvements to the school playground and as always we’d welcome more parents and community members to join us to help out at events such as our summer fair.”

Head Carl Litchfield added, “There are a lot of exciting changes taking place at Much Wenlock over the summer. Work will be taking place on extending our nursery provision with a brand-new building.”

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Mrs Tipper’s farewell A Shropshire teacher has retired after almost 30 years teaching classes at one of the county’s leading independent schools. Linda Tipper first joined The Old Hall School in 1987 as a supply teacher before joining the team as a full-time member of staff in 1988 – and she retired when the school broke up for summer holidays in July.

“There have been so many changes over the years but I’ve enjoyed seeing those,” said Mrs Tipper. “I suppose one of the most significant changes is the move from the old site to the school’s current home at Stanley Road. This is very different to the quirky character of our former home but the heart of the school is still here in the team that work here.”

The mother of two said she was also lucky to have experienced school life as a parent as well as a teacher: “I’ve worked with some amazing staff over the years and have seen that educational journey from both sides. I say with great sincerity that the school is very much part of who I am… and some of the characters I’ve taught over the years have taught me a thing or two!”

Head Mr Martin Stott paid tribute, saying, “Mrs Tipper has been a very dedicated and extremely hard-working teacher over the years. She’ll be greatly missed by staff, pupils and parents alike, but we wish her every happiness.”

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Eastender to Addams Eastenders’ Ronnie Mitchell, aka Samantha Womack, joins Les Dennis and Carrie Hope Fletcher as Morticia, Fester and Wednesday Addams in the UK premiere of ‘The Addams Family’ at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Tuesday 17 to Saturday 21 October.

This musical comedy follows the story of what happens when a grown-up Wednesday has a shocking secret; she’s fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family! Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before — keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Will everything change for the Addamses on the fateful night they host a dinner for the boyfriend and his parents?

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ATOMIC BLONDIE SAT 16 SEP 8PM Celebrating over 40 years of Blondie, and their induction into the rock n roll hall of fame in 2006, do not miss this explosive tribute!

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DESPERADO – THE HISTORY OF THE EAGLES 2017 FRI 22 – THU 23 SEP 8PM The Eagles released their two part “History of the Eagles” DVD in 2013. The DVD went platinum and the band followed it up with a two-year tour of most of the world. Following the sad loss of Glenn Frey in 2016 the band is unlikely to tour again.

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Finding sanctuary The team at St Mary’s Church in Stottesdon are delighted to be welcoming back the Journeymen Theatre Company who will be performing ‘The Bundle: An Asylum Seeker’s Story’ at 7pm on Thursday 7 September. The play is based on the true story of a woman fleeing a life of domestic persecution and denial of human rights in Chechnya. Roving from folk tale to biting satire, the story follows Adilah’s journey and her bid for freedom, safety and hope.

The play is suitable for those aged over 16, and the performance is free, thanks to sponsorship; however, donations are welcomed for organisations working with asylum seekers and refugees in the UK. Visit journeymentheatre.com for more details.

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Players get Co-operative!

The Buildwas Players are preparing for their next panto, ‘Peter Pan’, to be performed in February next year –call 01952 432497 if you are interested in taking part. The Players are also raising money through the Co-op Local Community Fund scheme: 1% of everything Co-op members spend on own-branded products and services goes to a local cause – and Co-op members are now able to choose the Buildwas Players, up until 7 October.

The Players’ Nigel Bowen explained, “Broseley and Ironbridge Co-op shoppers can go to their account at coop.co.uk/ membership and choose Buildwas Players – and you can read more details at membership.coop.co.uk/causes/7785.

The more Co-op members who choose our cause, the more money we’ll get!”

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Local artist workshops Two artists from the area have a busy autumn lined up.

Bridgnorth-based Vicki Norman is running a two-day course painting the beautiful surroundings of Westhope College in Craven Arms on 26 and 27 September. Vicki is also presenting a course on drawing the human figure in November – find out more at westhope.org.uk or call 01584 861293.

Meanwhile, Broseley’s Maggie Humphry is offering a session on pen-and-ink at White House Wellbeing in Powys on Saturday 2 September. The day will include learning how to combine watercolour with lines of varied thickness to get different tones, and how to mix coloured inks to get the right shade. Visit whitehousehealthandwellbeing.com or call 01938 554858 for details and to book.

Artist Vicki Norman has a session at Westhope College

Trailblazing Bridgnorth Cllr Julia Buckley has launched a bid to bring an art statue trail to Bridgnorth. Following a unanimous vote by council members in July, offers have been pouring in from artists, community groups and businesses to support the set up of the scheme, which would emulate Wolverhampton’s Wolves in Wolves trail (pictured).

Cllr Buckley said, “Everyone in Bridgnorth is excited by this opportunity to show off our creative artists, independent businesses and fabulous community groups to tourists visiting our town. The first question we will explore is which animal or theme the statues should be. There’s a lot of support for a ‘spot the otter’ trail!”

The trail, which aims to place 20 sponsored statues around town in a walking trail by spring 2018, invites local businesses to sponsor statues created by local artists – anyone interested in getting involved should email juliabuckleylabour@gmail.com.

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Going Dutch Arriving at Henry Tudor House on Sunday 17 September is Fridolijn (pronounced ‘Freedo-line’).

The Dutch performer’s recorded music blurs the boundaries between cinematic folk, jazz, electronica, and broken beats, which blend to produce compellingly beautiful and haunting songs. The debut album of the previous band she led, Finn Silver, topped the charts in Holland and Japan, and her impressive CV includes playing the prestigious North Sea Jazz Festival, while iTunes hailed her New Jazz Artist of the Year.

Although she has been likened to Kate Bush, Joni Mitchell and Massive Attack, Fridolijn is a singular voice with her own, very compelling, artistic vision.

This intimate performance is a rare chance to witness Fridolijn’s musical mastery as she plays works from her album ‘Catching Currents’ along with others. The show starts at 8pm with tickets priced at £12 – visit henrytudorhouse.com for details.

Ellie at the Edge On Thursday 12 October, Ellie Taylor brings her charismatic, fast-paced stand-up to The Edge in Much Wenlock.

Following a sell-out Edinburgh Festival season and 2016 tour, the star of Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and 8 Out of 10 Cats presents ‘This Guy’, a hilarious new show discussing whether or not Ellie herself should breed. Suitable for ages 16 and over.

The show starts at 8pm with tickets priced at £13 – visit edgeartscentre.com or call 01952 728911.

Golden chance to join choir Next year will be a special one for Much Wenlock Male Voice Choir: they celebrate their 50th birthday. The choir were formed when a visit by the acclaimed Rhos Male Voice Choir inspired a small band of local men to form their own singing group. In the ensuing five decades, the choir have performed hundreds of concerts and toured far and wide – and they have also produced a CD under the leadership of musical director Paul Kelly.

As their milestone approaches, the group are looking ahead to the next half century with the ‘50 for 50’ initiative, which they hope will see membership rise to 50 or more. The choir’s Dick Langford was keen to stress that the ability to read music was not essential: “Very few of our choristers read music. We just enjoy singing and also the camaraderie. Any new recruit will be placed alongside someone with a similar voice ‘type’ and shown the ropes. Then after a few weeks it all starts to slot into place!”

The group are holding a session on Tuesday 3 October from 7.30pm at William Brookes School. Turn up on the night, call 07530 545298, follow them on Facebook (mwmvchoir) or visit mwmvchoir.org.uk.

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Hills film soars After securing funding, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre’s newly developed exhibition of Shropshire over time is now up and running at the centre in Craven Arms. A panoramic film over the Shropshire Hills, filmed by SMN film, gives visitors a taste of our county from the Ice Age to the present day, alongside interactive exhibits and games. The film features drone footage and is narrated by Billy Postlethwaite, son of Shropshire actor Pete; it also features local children bug hunting in the long grasses near the centre.

Smiley icon Broadcast live from London’s Royal Festival Hall comes an unmissable evening for any fan of John le Carré’s work.

In this celebration, the author discusses the full breadth of his career and reflects on the continuing story of his most famous creation, the tubby, bespectacled spy, George Smiley. Featuring readings from his new novel A Legacy of Spies, and a rare question and answer session, ‘John Le Carre: An Evening with George Smiley’ will be an opportunity to experience the author direct and in his own words.

The show is appearing at The Edge in Much Wenlock on Thursday 7 September at 7.45pm; tickets are £10-12 and there’s more information at edgeartscentre.com.

The centre’s Sue Allen said, “It’s been great to see this film come together and projected on to the new screen in the rotunda; it really is quite special. The whole space seems completely different now it has the new floor and the interactives and games are great fun too.”

One old favourite hasn’t gone away, though – the much-loved Shropshire mammoth is still in situ to welcome visitors. For details call 01588 676060 or visit shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk.

Choir mania!

On 30 September at 7.30pm, some of the best-loved singers in the Bridgnorth area will be joining forces in Bridgnorth Choir Mania.

Bridgnorth’s Community Pop Choir and Male Voice Choir, Cadence, Concordia and Voices in Harmony will be pooling their vocal resources in aid of Rupert’s Revenge, the charity raising money for cancer treatment for local boy Rupert Beckett.

The concert will take place at Bridgnorth Leisure Centre, with tickets priced at £10 to include a glass of wine. Doors open at 6.45pm – call 01746 710244 or 07793 725854 or email secretarybmvc@gmail.com for details.

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Bridgnorth and District Camera Club Photographer of the Year 2017 is Sue Tucker, who received her award from club president Geoff Wilcox. The club meets at 7.30pm in Low Town Community Hall, Severn Street on Thursday evenings from September to May. The new season begins on 21 September with an evening with Carl Wright, who returns by popular request with his talk ‘More Camera, Less Photoshop’.

Folk at the Hive This autumn, Shrewsbury’s Hive is delivering another season of the very finest folk with its Uptown Folk series, including a visit from acclaimed husband and wife duo Megson on Friday 6 October, followed on Saturday 26 October by Bella Hardy, who has performed with the likes of Mary Chapin Carpenter.

The club presents a varied and interesting programme, with speakers, competitions and exhibitions as well as trips, all with the aim of improving photographic and editing skills.

Photographers of all abilities are welcome, with a visitor’s fee of £3.50 – find out more at bridgnorthcameraclub.org.

Megson bring an infectious mix of heavenly vocals, lush harmonies and driving rhythmic guitars. Four times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and double winners of the Spiral Earth Awards, they draw heavily on their Teesside heritage to create a truly unique brand of truly British folk. Rob Denslow of the Guardian called them “the most original duo on the folk scene”.

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Mellow jazz at Claverley Claverley’s All Saints Church is staging a ‘Mellow Jazz and More’ concert on Saturday 2 September at 7.30pm. The tunes will be performed by the Lisa Carter Quintet, who appeared at the church back in May. Lisa has been a professional singer for many years, appearing in concerts and shows around the world. She’s supported by guitarist Brian Griffiths from Kingswinford and Bridgnorth drummer Ian Wellings, and together the ensemble will perform mellow jazz classics, light swing numbers, Latin tunes and well-loved standards – perfect for a late summer evening. There will be a bar and entry is free with no need to book, though donations are gratefully received. Early arrival is recommended as seating is limited.

Prints, pronto Artists Sue Brown will be leading a workshop entitled Quick Collagraph at Much Wenlock’s Priory Hall on Saturday 30 September, in conjunction with the town’s Twenty Twenty Gallery. The workshop will enable participants to learn a fast and furious platemaking technique that’s perfect for immediate results in printing – there’s no waiting for glue to dry.

The cost of the workshop, which runs from 10am to 4pm, is £85, to include lunch and refreshments. Visit twentytwenty. co.uk to book.

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Bridgnorth Community Pop Choir is celebrating its third anniversary this September and would like to invite more people to join in the fun. Since launching in 2014, the choir has gone from strength to strength and boasts 50 regular singers who take part in rehearsals and social events. Concerts at the Halo Leisure Centre have raised money for local charities such as Rupert’s Revenge as well as championing young local singers such as Katrina Themans, Maisie Freeman and Dan Morris.

“Everybody can sing in a choir and enjoy the friendship and camaraderie which goes with it,” explained the choir’s Simon Whitmore. “There are no auditions… you just turn up and sing.

We’ve had so much fun over the last three years and I’m hoping the fun and music will continue for many years to come.”

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The group rehearses on a Sunday evening at 6pm at St Leonard’s Church Hall, Racecourse Lane – call 07904 556763 or email the-music-hub@live.co.uk for details.

Shelagh Bickerton of the Bridgnorth Community Pop Choir

Much Wenlock’s Twenty Twenty Gallery are moving into Ludlow’s Quality Square to create a ‘pop-up’ in the former Silk Top Hat premises. Twenty Twenty was opened by Mary Elliott 14 years ago and has been looking to expand its operation.

Mary said, “The Ludlow opportunity is too good to miss. We cannot recreate Jill Howarth’s unique Silk Top Hat gallery – it would be impossible to follow in her footsteps – but we do hope existing customers as well as new ones will visit our exhibitions and hopefully find new paintings, prints and sculpture to enjoy.”

The first exhibition opens on 2 September and will include paintings by Shropshire-based colourist Sue Campion RBA, Raymond Sheldon, Leigh Davis and many more. The private view will be on Friday 1 September from 6pm – for an invitation, phone 01952 727952.

‘Yellow House in Spring’ by Sue Campion

Trust secures funding The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust has been selected as an Arts Council England (ACE) National Portfolio Organisation, meaning it will continue to receive financial support until 2022.

The Trust will receive £736,000 per year to support key areas of work including its Lifelong Learning programme, which welcomes over 70,000 students every year. A further grant of £307,000 per year was awarded to the Trust to continue to run the West Midlands Museum Development Programme.

The Trust’s Anna Brennand said, “We’re all delighted that, despite ever-growing competition, ACE have once again decided to support our innovative education and heritage conservation work … the new funding will further develop our existing programmes across volunteering, especially with business.

It will also support new initiatives… to ensure we utilise our collections and heritage assets to grow the number of people who can share the timeless significance of everything Ironbridge has to offer.”

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Wet and wild The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is returning to Theatre Severn on Wednesday 20 September, delivering an evening of inspirational and jaw-dropping ocean films.

The 2017 programme sees intrepid freedivers explore haunting shipwrecks and nomadic sailors face the icy waters of Antarctica, and features awe-inspiring marine life such as humpback whales and the endangered Giant Pacific manta ray.

Stars are Broseley-bound

“We’re delighted to be bringing the Ocean Film Festival World Tour back to UK audiences for the fourth year running,” says tour director Nell Teasdale. “Featuring incredible cinematography, the films capture the raw beauty and power of the ocean, while celebrating an eclectic and fascinating mix of characters who live for the sea’s salt spray.”

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Whale Catchers is just one of the films appearing at the Ocean Film Festival

Broseley’s Birchmeadow is welcoming back three very different acts this autumn, with Wild Willy Barrett’s French Connection appearing first on Saturday 23 September. The last time this band visited, they had the audience dancing in the aisles thanks to full-on fiddle, banjo and Irish pipes interspersed with haunting vocals, cello and guitar – plus plenty of Gallic bonhomie.

Next up are Fordante, who on Friday 29 September present a concert of classical and film favourites including tunes from Bolero and Madame Butterfly, set to stunning projected visuals and lighting.

Finally, Yorkshire lasses O’Hooley and Tidow return for a third time to promote their new album ‘Shadows’. They’re appearing on Saturday 28 October, delivering a varied style that takes in darkly haunting ballads and upbeat folk-pop – they were nominated again this year in the BBC2 Folk Awards.

Tickets are available at Downes’ in Broseley High Street – for prices and start times, visit birchmeadow.org.uk or call 07890 057832.

The Wild Willy gang are set to visit Broseley in September

7’s award heaven 7 Academy of Performing Arts staff and students have been celebrating excellent results in their most recent examinations with the United Teachers of Dance.

After six months of coaching, the school’s students proudly received a 100% pass rate. Students at the Horsehay school range in age from two to and 18 years old in a range of disciplines including Tap, Modern and Musical Theatre. Five students – Grace Marshall, Rebekah Stevenson, Bethany Williams, Hannah Marshall and Charlotte Flood – were also nominated by the examiners to attend the UTD annual scholarship competition, to be held in later this year.

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What a coup for Quatt!

A village hall that was built over 100 years ago has won a prize at the inaugural Ticketsource Rural Touring Awards. Quatt Village Hall was built in 1908 for the village, in memory of Susan the wife of Geoffrey Charlton Wolryche-Whitmore of Dudmaston Hall. It was once used as the local school, but is now more accustomed to welcoming touring singers and actors – which is how the venue has managed to claim the title of ‘Most Welcoming Village Hall’ at the new awards.

The hall is run by voluntary village trustees for the benefit of the community. Over the years, fundraising and grants have allowed them to extend the building, adding a new kitchen, a computer suite and meeting room. It is fully accessible and can host up to 100 people – and, according to secretary Steph Hinton, “the win must have something to do with the delicious scones and cakes which touring companies often comment on!”

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‘Spam’ at Grand South Staffs Operatic Company (SSOC) are bringing the Monty Python musical ‘Spamalot’ to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Tuesday 10 to Saturday 14 October. The musical features words and music by Python Eric Idle, and tells the story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table – as it’s never been told before.

SSOC’s Alison Norton said, “I’d say come and watch ‘Spamalot’ with a completely open mind. It is silly, slapstick and deliciously daft! It will have you rolling in the aisles! To quote a Python: It’s funnier than the Black Death!”

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Jim’s wife, a patient on a dementia ward, has died from what appears to be natural causes – but Jim’s a retired police detective and he smells a rat. He’s determined to solve one last murder… but the problem is, he too has dementia. It’s a case worthy of the greatest detective mind – but his will have to do! Created by ex-psych nurse Rob Gee fresh from his award-winning North American tour, this Arts Alive show is suitable for ages 14 and up. ‘Forget Me Not – The Alzheimers Whodunnit’ is appearing at Chelmarsh Parish Hall, WV16 6BA, at 7.30pm on Saturday 21 October, with tickets priced at £7/12.

Call 01746 860780 to buy tickets or visit robgee.co.uk.

Broseley’s picture perfect Broseley Camera Club recently rounded off another successful year by announcing the winners of their monthly and quarterly competitions, with this shot from John Horton taking pride of place. The club, which has been going 20 years, is an informal and friendly group of people who meet monthly. There is no membership fee but members pay £1.50 at meetings, held on the last Monday of each month at 7.30pm in the Pritchard Room in the Birchmeadow Centre. For more information visit broseleycameraclub.org.

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Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th September 11am-5pm

Take one of our evening Ghost Trains if you dare... for a thrilling ride out to our haunted stations. £11 a seat. (adults and children aged 2 and over) Includes Halloween disco PLUS a goodie bag for all fare-paying children.

Book online at svr.co.uk or call 01562 757900 Severn Valley Railway Families @svrofficialsite

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The Raudr Vagr Saxons are setting up camp re-creating the lifestyle of the Anglo-Saxon people.

Come and experience life in an Anglo-Saxon camp in this impressive Living History enactment. Raudr Vagr members will be in authentic period costume, demonstrating a variety of Saxons crafts, skills and pastimes.

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Dates for your diary – September & October FRI 1 – 4 SEP

SAT 2 & 9 SEP

Walking Weekend

Bat Walk

Various locations around Much Wenlock

Dudmaston Estate

A mix of long and short works in picturesque countryside to suit every ability. muchwenlockwalkers.org.uk

Join the Ranger on a nocturnal walk around the park to find out more about the different species of bats that live there.

Suitable for ages 8+.

8pm – 10pm Adult £6; child £3 nationaltrust.org.uk/ events

SAT 2 SEP

Beginners Art Course Arley Arboretum Taking inspiration from the grounds of the Arboretum, participants will be guided through a series of creative exercises gathering visual ‘material’ and learning to record what is seen. Includes 1:1 tuition, materials and lunch. £99 01299 861368; arleyarboretum.co.uk

THU 7 SEP

John Le Carre: An Evening with George Smiley The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock Live from London’s Royal Festival Hall, a unique celebration of John le Carré’s work as he discusses the full breadth of his career, and reflects on the continuing story of his most famous creation, the tubby, bespectacled spy, George Smiley.

7.45pm £12/£10 0333 666 3366; edgeartscentre.com

SUN 3 SEP

Spitfire 10K SAT 2 – 3 SEP

Telfood Feastival QEII Arena, Southwater Following on from the success of 2016, Telford’s newest food festival is back with over 100 exhibitors, live music, kids entertainment, demonstrations and much more to get involved with.

Adults £6; family £12 telfood.co.uk for more details.

RAF Museum Cosford Unique opportunity to race across the airfield and down the runway at RAF Cosford, in an exclusive charity run raising money for the RAF Museum.

10am £22.50 per person (15 years and over) 01902 376200; rafmuseum.org.uk/ cosford

MON 4 – 15 SEP SAT 2 – 3 SEP

Guildex International Centre, Telford The main event in the calendar of any model railway enthusiast, Guildex 2017 offers two days of specialist trade sales, demonstrations, models and layouts. £10 (admits 2 plus 2 children); £15 for non-members gauge0guild.com/events 58

Bridgnorth History Fortnight Bridgnorth Library All talks are £3 per ticket, booked in advance. Please contact the library or check page 10 for more details.

01746 763358

THU 7 - 9 SEP

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company tell Shakespeare’s timeless comic tale in their own distinctive and anarchic style.

2.30pm / 7.30pm £15; student £7.50 01743 281281; theatresevern.co.uk

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SUN 10 SEP

Town Treasure Hunt Bridgnorth Baptist Church A great community event organised by Bridgnorth’s League of Friends. Call for more details and to book a place.

5.30pm £7 07931 471662

MON 11 – 17 SEP

FRI 8 – 10 SEP

Walking Festival

Ludlow Food Festival

Various locations around Wellington

Ludlow Castle

See our Local Walks on page 90

Ludlow’s food frenzy brings summer to a close with a bang. There are events all over town and over 180 exhibitors such as Bim’s Kitchen’s African cuisine, Cake Aspirations, and Chilton Liquors. Marcus Bean will be joined by a whole host of top chefs and new for 2017 - interactive baking with The Great British Bake Off favourites: Val Stones, Howard Middleton and Sandy Docherty. £8 (adult day ticket) foodfestival.co.uk

FRI 8 SEP

SAT 9 SEP

Fleetwood Bac

Back to School Family Disco

The Place, Oakengates Theatre

EDG Rugby Ground, Bridgnorth

The world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself, the only Mac tribute to authentically replicate the classic ‘Rumours’ line-up.

7.30pm £16 01952 382382; theplacetelford.com

Fun for all the family, disco, bouncy castles, bar, BBQ, face painting. £4 6pm

FRI 8 & 9 SEP

Summer Nights Film Festival Attingham Park, Atcham Pack your picnic hamper and bring your friends along for an unforgettable evening under the stars. See feature films La La Land (Friday) and Breakfast at Tiffanys (Saturday), shown in front of the mansion.

8pm £13 (booking essential) 01332 290 606; nationaltrust.org.uk/ attingham-park

FRI 8 – 17 SEP

Secret Severn Art Trail Various locations around Ironbridge Uncover some of this World Heritage site’s less well-known attractions by following an art trail designed to showcase the work of many of the talented artists and crafts people who live and work there. secretsevern.co.uk

SAT 9 SEP

Northern Soul Night Birchmeadow Centre, Broseley Get on your dancing shoes and boogie the night away to the funky sounds of Northern Soul. £5 available on the door 07890 057832; birchmeadow.org.uk

THU 14 SEP

Jason Manford The Place, Oakengates Theatre Jason Manford is back with a work in progress show ahead of his national tour in 2018, which promises to feature a wealth of comedy anecdotes, misunderstandings and audience banter delivered with Jason’s likeable charm and teasingly intelligent wit.

7.30pm £16 01952 382382; theplacetelford.com

SUN 10 SEP

Plant Hunters’ Fair Weston Park, Weston-under-Lizard A brilliant line-up of nurseries offering something for every plant lover. A great opportunity to find some late blooming plants for autumnal cheer. Explore the miles of woodland walks, lakes, formal gardens and the adventure playground.

10am-4pm £2.50 planthuntersfairs.co.uk

FRI 15 SEP

Money for Nothing Theatre on the Steps, Bridgnorth Money for Nothing are Europe’s no 1 Dire Straits tribute - a must-see for any rock enthusiast or fan.

8pm £16 01746 766477; theatreonthesteps.co.uk

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SUN 17 SEP

Soap Box Derby Edge Adventure Centre, Much Wenlock This promises to be an adrenaline packed day full of thrills and spills! Racing will start at 10am. All runs will be timed and there will be a cup and £50 prize for the fastest.

Other prizes on the day will be for best soap box design and best dressed team.

07712 658259; fundraisingcwr@gmail.com

FRI 15 – 17 SEP

SUN 17 SEP

V-Dubs in the Valley

Archaeology of Wenlock Edge

Lion Lane, Bewdley The family-friendly Shropshire VW Show presents some of the best entertainment in Shropshire and the West Midlands, with the focus being on great music from the 80’s onwards.

Adult £10; with camping £25; under 14s FREE vdubsinthevalley.co.uk

SAT 16 & 17 SEP

Midland Game Fair

Wenlock Edge NT car park, Much Wenlock Jump into the industrial heritage of the Edge, discovering lime kilns, charcoal hearths and much more.

10am-2pm £7 (booking essential) 01694 725000; wenlockedge@nationaltrust.org.uk

Weston Park

FRI 15 & 16 SEP

The UK’s premier country event offers everything from world-class clay pigeon shooting to game and coarse fishing demonstrations; gun dog competitions; falconry displays; and rural crafts, plus over 600 stands.

Day ticket £18 midlandgamefair.co.uk

Open Cockpits Evening RAF Museum, Cosford A wide range of aircraft will be available for closer viewing, including transport aircraft, jet fighters and unique research airframes. Visitors will be able to get a feel for what it was like to fly these historic machines and will enjoy afterhours access to the museum.

6pm £12.50 (advance tickets only) 01902 376200; rafmuseum.org.uk/Cosford

SUN 17 SEP

Comedy at The Edge: Mark Watson Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock

SAT 16 & 17 SEP

Have a Go Archery Attingham Park, Atcham Join Bowbrook Archers and try your hand on the archery range! Find them in the Play Field, up the mile walk. Suitable for 6 years+ (at instructor’s discretion).

10am – 4pm £2.50 01743 708165; nationaltrust.org.uk/events

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SUN 17 SEP

Ludlow Cycling Festival Ludlow Rugby Club Now in its fourth year, the Ludlow Cycling Festival is a fun day out for all the family – especially cycling enthusiasts. The event raises funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. ludlowcyclingfestival.co.uk

After more than 100 dates on the road in 2016 with his best-reviewed show to date, ‘I’m Not Here’, Mark Watson is amazed to find there are STILL some areas of the country he’s not visited.

He’s narrowed it down to a sensible plan: for the next tour, Watson will only visit places beginning with M or W, his initials (lucky us). The material will be a mixture of the classic and the never-before-seen.

8pm £17 0333 666 3366; edgeartscentre.com

SAT 23 SEP

Severn Jesters

Top Gun – Outdoor Cinema

Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury

RAF Museum, Cosford

A Little Book of Leaves

Discover the new stars of stand-up at Theatre Severn’s popular comedy club.

8pm £9; £10 on door 01743 281281 / theatresevern.co.uk

We feel the need…the need for speed. Fast jets and action at the first ever Cosford Outdoor Cinema Screening. Showing the 1980’s blockbuster Top Gun in the museum grounds with a real aircraft backdrop. £10 in advance (£15 on the night, subject to availability) 7pm; film at 8.30pm 01902 376200; rafmuseum.org.uk/Cosford

Sunnycroft, Wellington

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SUN 17 SEP

SUN 24 SEP

A gentle ‘stitching’ day aimed at the beginner or an experienced embroiderer who wants to return to hand stitch. Working with natural cloth to create sample pieces working through a series of techniques that will translate the quality of leaves which can be created into pages of a book. £65 (includes lunch & materials; booking essential) 01952 242884; nationaltrust.org.uk/sunnycroft

SUN 24 SEP

Woodland Skills Day Dudmaston Estate

THU 21 – 24 SEP

Autumn Steam Gala Severn Valley Railway A great line-up of up to four visiting locomotives supported by members of the Severn Valley Railway home fleet, alongside a whole host of other special attractions. from £24 for one day to £69 for a four-day rover ticket svr.co.uk

SAT 23 SEP

‘Fron’ Male Voice Choir St Mary’s Church, Bridgnorth The Froncysyllte Male Voice Choir are back by popular demand.

7pm £10 01746 762231; bridgnorthtownevents.org

FRI 22 – 23 SEP

SAT 23 SEP

Desperado

Wild Willy Barrett’s French Connection

Theatre on the Steps, Bridgnorth Desperado, now in their 9th year, present the musical highlights of the landmark release of ‘The History of the Eagles’ in a two hour plus journey through your favourite Eagles songs.

8pm £17 01746 766477; theatreonthesteps.co.uk

Talented woodcraftsmen will be demonstrating their skills and selling baskets, wooden carvings and much more.

Forestry rangers explain how they manage the woodland on the estate and watch them work the pole lathe and log mill.

11am 01746 780866; nationaltrust.org.uk/Dudmaston

Birchmeadow Centre, Broseley The last time this band visited they certainly had the audience dancing in the aisles.

A unique sound and a performance full of fun, dry humour and wit.

7.30pm £10 07890 057832; birchmeadow.org.uk

THU 28 SEP SAT 23 SEP

G4

Beckbury Show

Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury

Beckbury The show fuses together a unique blend of country fare, village fete and carnival atmosphere across 12 acres in the beautiful Shropshire village of Beckbury - bringing the “countryside to life” whilst raising money for local charities. £1 beckburyshow.co.uk

Due to the overwhelming demand for G4, the multi-platinum selling vocal harmony group are back on the road with special guests and their trademark harmonies to wow audiences. An evening of classic and romantic music.

7.30pm £30 (meet & greet £76) 01743 281281; theatresevern.co.uk

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SAT 30 SEP

MWMV Choir with Guests Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock

FRI 29 SEP

1940s Supper and Song Blists Hill Victorian Town, Madeley Step back in time, don your vintage best, and go along to a nostalgic 1940’s supper and song musical evening. Including a two-course meal, the resident duo will regale the crowd with a host of popular and lively songs of the era.

6.30pm-10pm £25 01785 252247; ironbridge.org.uk.

MWMV Choir are delighted to host this joint concert following a successful visit to Cumbria in 2015. Barrow have a proud history, stretching back to 1931 and their origins in the shipbuilding industry. This is sure to be a memorable night as the two choirs combine to entertain with a wide range of song.

7.30pm £10 For tickets call 01952 727760 or collect from Penny Farthing, Much Wenlock

SUN 8 OCT

Lee Nelson Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury Lee’s brand-new, best ever stand-up show has been extended into autumn 2017. You’ve seen him sneaking into places he shouldn’t be, now come and see him where he most definitely should be: LIVE on stage.

7.30pm £21.50 01743 281281; theatresevern.co.uk

SUN 8 OCT

Charity Steps Walk Bridgnorth THU 5 OCT

NT Live: Hamlet Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock SAT 30 SEP

The Carpenters Story Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury Celebrate the music of one of the most successful pop duos in history, Richard and Karen Carpenter. Featuring the stunning vocals of Claire Furley, state of the art video projection and lavish musicial arrangements.

7.30pm £22.50 – £24.50 01743 281281; theatresevern.co.uk

SAT 30 SEP

1940’s Wartime Hangar Dance RAF Museum, Cosford The Aerospace Museum Society annual 1940’s Hangar Dance is back by popular demand! Taking place in Hangar 1, guests will be able to dance the night away to music courtesy of Paul Drakeley and his All Stars Band and Singers. Guests are encouraged to don wartime costumes for the evening.

7pm £25 per person 01902 376200; 07773 495234; rafmuseum.org.uk/Cosford 62

Academy Award® nominee Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge his father’s death but paralysed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of the state.

7pm £12/£10 0333 666 3366; edgeartscentre.com

FRI 6 – 7 OCT

Bee Gees Fever Theatre on the Steps, Bridgnorth The UK’s Number 1 Premier Bee Gees tribute show wow the audience year after year with their stunning live tribute to the music of the Brothers Gibb. Their name is firmly on the map as one of the most celebrated tribute bands in the business.

8pm £14 01746 766477; theatreonthesteps.co.uk

The Steps Walk is The Rotary Club’s next fundraising event, charity fundraising walk up and down the town’s steps. Call or see the website for more info.

01746 766245; bridgnorthrotary.org.uk

SUN 8 OCT

Mister Maker Live!

The Place, Oakengates Theatre Join CBeebies’ Mister Maker in his hit live theatre tour! With a fabulous supporting cast and art at its heart, this fantastic live show encourages Mini Makers and grownups to sing, dance and make some noise!

1.30pm / 4.30pm £15 01952 382382; theplacetelford.com

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SUN 22 OCT

Telford & Wrekin 10K The 10k route will take in the roads and footpaths around the Town Centre itself out towards Mossey Green and return. £20 kickassendurance.co.uk

THU 13 – 29 OCT

Wellington Festival Various locations around Wellington

SUN 29 OCT

A spectacular celebration of arts and culture with events and activities for the whole family. Most events are free but booking is essential – visit the website for more details. wellingtonartsfest.co.uk

Bridgnorth 10K

MON 23 – 27 OCT SUN 15 OCT

Orchard Day Dudmaston Estate Join in the fun as the team celebrate apple harvest with Shrewsbury Morris. You can also try apple pressing, take part in competitions and more. Normal admission applies with additional charge for crafts.

11.30am 01746 780866; nationaltrust.org.uk/dudmaston

WED 18 – 21 OCT

Awful Auntie Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury

Airfix Make & Take RAF Museum, Cosford Keep the kids entertained this October half term with the popular Airfix Make and Take. There will be a number of different models available suitable for seasoned model makers, or those new to Airfix. Suitable for 8 years and over. £3 per person 01902 376200; rafmuseum.org.uk/Cosford

Bridgnorth High Street A brand new event for 2017 with the focus on seasonal game food, beer and traders. Local specialist producers and retailers along with cooking demonstrations and entertainment.

FREE bridgnorthpromotions.co.uk

The Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton

SAT 21 & 22 OCT

WED 25 OCT

Combine a great day out on the SVR with an early chance to locate that perfect gift for family and friends. Admission is for the Engine House – fares applicable if travelling on the railway (engine house entry free with your railway ticket). £6 adult; £5 senior; £3.50 child; family £16.50 svr.co.uk

Game Food & Ale Festival

TUE 24 OCT

This amazing show is a celebration of 35 years of hit records and will take you on a journey from George’s early years with Wham! to his successful solo career.

7.30pm £17.50 - £27.50 01902 429212; grandtheatre.co.uk

Engine House, Highley

SUN 29 OCT

Faith – The George Michael Legacy

From the awardwinning producers of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of David Walliams’ amazing tale of frights, fights and friendship. Featuring a very large owl, a very small ghost and a very awful Auntie!

01743 281281; theatresevern.co.uk

Christmas Gift Fayre

An undulating 10km road route through the historic market town of Bridgnorth, starting and finishing at the iconic Town Hall.

Race start 11am £17 / £19 bridgnorthrunningclub.weebly.com

Autumn Activity Day Chalet Pavilion, Carding Mill Valley Leafy collages and felting fun: Come and enjoy a fun-packed crafts session at the Carding Mill tea-room and take home your autumnal artwork.

11am – 3pm £2.50 01694 725000; nationaltrust.org.uk/carding-millvalley-and-the-long-mynd

MON 30 OCT

Jason Donovan The Place, Oakengates Theatre An intimate gig which gives a unique opportunity to see him like you’ve never seen him before! At aged 49 ½ and with a wealth of tantalising tales under his belt, this autobiographical show takes Jason’s looming 50th birthday as its starting point and will zigzag back and forth through his life.

7.30pm £26 01952 382382; theplacetelford.com

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ts Hallow ee n Ev en SAT 14 – 15 & 21 – 29 OCT

WED 25 OCT

FRI 27 & 28 OCT

Spookley Pumpkin Festival

Halloween Story & Crafts

The Monster Ball

Apley Farm Shop, Norton

Severn Valley Country Park, Alveley

West Midland Safari Park, Bewdley

Ride the Pumpkin Express, listen to the story of Spookley the Square Pumpkin, pick your own pumpkin from our pumpkin patch and carve it ready to take home for Halloween. Enjoy pumpkin recipes in The Creamery Café. from £5 apleyfarmshop.co.uk/whatson

Enjoy the popular Halloween story ‘Room on the Broom’ with our rangers and volunteers. Mix up some spooky potions and make yourself a wizard’s hat and witches broom!

Please dress for the outdoors.

Sessions at 10am-12pm & 1.30pm-3.30pm Child £3.50; adults free – booking essential 01746 781192

Halloween is not just for little ones – join in the fun on one of two nights for this year’s Monster Ball. Drink on arrival, three-course meal, spooky entertainment and dancing until midnight. Halloween fancy dress essential. Over 18s only. £39 - £49 7pm 01299 406460; events@wmsp.co.uk

SAT 21 – 28 OCT

Spooky Tile Workshops Jackfield Tile Museum, nr Ironbridge Join a Halloween themed drop-in tile decorating workshop. Activities vary from day-to-day; tiles cost from £5 each and can be fired and sent home later for a small extra charge.

10am - 4pm Adult £9.75; child £6.25; under 5’s FREE (free entry with annual passport) 01952 433 424; ironbridge.org.uk

SAT 21 – 29 OCT

Halloween Trail Severn Valley Country Park, Alveley Follow the terrifying trail and see if you can solve the creepy clues to win a prize.

11am-3pm Trail map £2 01746 781192

FRI 21 – 31 OCT

Halloween Extravaganza Wonderland, Telford Visit the spooky houses, funfair and take the wonderland trail but watch out for scary characters along the way. If you’re really brave, attend the special night openings on 28 to 31 October.

01952 591633; wonderlandmidlands.co.uk

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WED 25 & 26 OCT

Ghost Walk

SAT 28 OCT

Halloween at Wenlock Edge Presthope NT car park, Wenlock Edge

The tour guides will lead you through the ghostly avenues and alleyways of ancient Bridgnorth, where lurking in the shadows are the ghosts, who tell you the eerie tale of how they met their grisly ends.

7pm Adult £12; child £6 – early booking essential 01746 766477; theatreonthesteps.co.uk

Look as scary as you can; scare away ghouls by making your own bat; and search for the storytelling witch. Wear sensible shoes, bring a torch and wrap up warm.

This event is aimed at young children i.e. 10 and under but older children are welcome and should enjoy it too.

3pm-5pm £2 per child on the day 07972 115725; wenlockedge@ nationaltrust.org.uk

THU 26 – 28 OCT

SAT 28 OCT

Halloween Ghost Trains

Charity Halloween Spooktacular

Town Hall, Bridgnorth

Severn Valley Railway Enjoy a thrilling night-time steam train ride, dress up and enjoy disco entertainment before boarding, scare yourself silly at the SVR’s spookilydecorated stations and get a ghoulish goody bag. £11 – advance booking essential svr.co.uk

Bridgnorth Castle Grounds

FRI 27 OCT

SAT 28 OCT

Lantern Walk Severn Valley Country Park, Alveley Make your very own colourful Halloween lantern and venture into the spooky woods for lantern parade walk. Booking essential – price includes drink and snack.

Children must be accompanied (suitable for 4 years and over).

Child £5; adults free 4.30pm-6.30pm 01746 781192

A spooktacular event raising money for the National Brain Tumour charity, Severn Hospice and Multiple Sclerosis U.K. Torch light Halloween procession from the hospital at 5:30pm to the Castle Grounds with kids entertainment and lots more.

6 – 9pm Severn fundraisers FB page

Ghostly Gaslight Blists Hill Victorian Town Dress up in your spookiest costume as the streets are transformed into eerie places filled with ghosts, ghouls... and special guests the Ghostbusters.

Fireworks and pyrotechnic effects will light up the night sky.

6 – 9pm Adult £10; child £7.25; family £32; Under 3s FREE 01952 433424; ironbridge.org.uk

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Looking ahead to November…

Fireworks & Bonfires

FRI 3 NOV

Vampires Rock – Ghost Train The Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton Steve Steinman has ramped up the vamp in this spectacular sequel to the phenomenally successful Vampires Rock.

7.30pm £24.50 - £27.50 01902 429212; grandtheatre.co.uk

SAT 11 NOV

Hawaiian Ukulele Night The Castle Hall, Bridgnorth Join for this Hawaiian themed musical evening – to include a meal and grand prize draw. Call for tickets and more information.

7pm 07931 471662

SAT 18 NOV

Bridgnorth Christmas Fair Castle Hall, Bridgnorth Shop local food, artisan goods, craft, vintage, jewellery, gifts and more.

A magical mix of all things festive.

Plus raffles, tombola, tea, coffee & cake.

11am - 4pm FREE

SUN 19 NOV

Beckbury Trail Higford Lane The 5.6 mile trail starts off in the village of Beckbury and winds its way through Stableford and Badger before arriving back at Beckbury, where you will be presented with a medal and goodie bag.

11am £13/£15 lawleyrunningclub.co.uk/beckbury-trail

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Remember, remember the fifth of November - all the whizzes, bangs and flashes from around the area. Don’t forget to keep your pets safely indoors during the festivities.

FRI 3 NOV

SAT 4 & 5 NOV

Cressage Primary School

West Mid Showground, Shrewsbury

Bonfire with bouncy castle, bar and BBQ. 6pm Tickets £5; under 3s FREE (advance)

SAT 4 NOV

Bridgnorth Rugby Club, Edgar Davies Ground Bridgnorth Rugby Club’s annual Firework and Bonfire Extravaganza features music, a hog roast and bar.

5pm Adult £5; child £3; under 7s FREE

SAT 4 NOV

Blists Hill, Madeley The sky above the Victorian Town will be lit up with a dramatic display of fireworks, with accompanying music.

Advance tickets only.

6pm Adult £10; child £7.25; family £32; under 3s FREE 01952 433424; ironbridge.org.uk

SAT 4 & 5 NOV

West Midlands Safari Park, Bewdley Spectacular fireworks and bonfire, latenight rides and attractions, music, hog roast, disco and bar.

1pm Admission £15; under 3s FREE (ride wristbands £11/£14) wmsp.co.uk

The annual extravaganza includes a variety of entertainment for all the family including farmers’ market, funfair, stalls and music.

5pm shropshirecountyshow.com/Bonfire

SUN 5 NOV

Shifnal Cricket Club There will be music, stalls, food and fairground attractions. Tickets available in advance from Katrina’s card and gift shop, Bradford Street. Grand firework display at 7.30pm.

5pm Adult £5; child £3 (advance)

SUN 5 NOV

Weston Park, Weston under Lizard One of the region’s most spectacular bonfire celebrations, with entertainment for all the family.

3pm £18 per car weston-park.com/event/bonfirefireworks

SAT 11 NOV

Donnington, Broadoaks Playing Field Huge bonfire, firework and funfair with rides to entertain all, from kids to true thrill seekers. First display at 7pm with bonfire lit at 8pm.

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LOCAL FOOD NEWS

Award winning restaurant serving traditional British food with menus inspired by local and seasonal produce

www.theclive.co.uk

Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 2JR

01584 856 565 @cliverestaurant CliveRestaurant

Farm Shop & Deli Awards

Food Hall of The Year 2016 A unique shopping experience where farming, food production and retailing come together to create a very special environment

Cheese, butter and ice-cream is made using milk from the estate’s own cows

Estate reared meat available fresh and in many of our deli products

Fresh bread made daily in the onsite scratch bakery go perfectly with the jams handmade onsite

Grab a cup of our delicious coffee to enjoy in our picnic and play area or take a bag home

See, Taste & Buy

Watch our producers making your food through windows in the shop. Taste local, seasonal produce in our restaurant and buy award winning food to take home or enjoy in our picnic area Bromfield, Ludlow SY8 2JR 66

01584 856 000

www.ludlowfoodcentre.co.uk

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LOCAL FOOD NEWS

Blue Ginger fundraisers It’s been a busy few weeks for Bridgnorth’s popular Indian fusion restaurant, Blue Ginger, which is based in Low Town. In July, the restaurant hosted the Mayor of Bridgnorth Cllr Ron Whittle and his wife Cllr Carole Whittle for a charity fundraising night. Guests enjoyed cocktails and a meal before a fundraising game of ‘heads and tails’, a raffle and an auction. The mayor’s charities are Bridgnorth Scouts and Guides and the League of Friends of Bridgnorth Hospital.

Then in August, Blue Ginger was again in the spotlight along with Severn Fundraisers, whose event was in support of the National Brain Tumour Charity, Severn Hospice and Multiple Sclerosis.

(l-r) Mayor Whittle, Blue Ginger’s Ali, and Carole Whittle

London chefs debut at Ludlow Ludlow Food Festival runs from 8 to 10 September and will introduce some fresh faces as well as chefs at the very top of their game… plus there’s a new Live Fire cooking stage.

Joining host Marcus Bean on stage on Friday will be Ashley Palmer-Watts, who currently heads up Dinner by Heston Blumenthal. Also appearing are Chantelle Nicholson of Tredwell’s in Covent Garden and award-winning food writer Elisabeth Luard.

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Saturday sees former Masterchef Professionals winner Mark Stinchcombe and former Great British Menu star Sue Stinchcombe return, along with vegan chef Lee Watson and Allotment Cookbook pioneer Pete Lawrence, while on Sunday visitors can hear from Michelin-starred chefs Shaun Hill and Brad Carter, along with Radio 2’s Allotment Doctor Terry Walton.

Bake Off devotees will relish the chance to see favourites Val Stones, Howard Middleton and Sandy Docherty at the new Bake in Time feature – visit foodfestival.co.uk for details of all the events.

Ashley Palmer-Watts is one of the speakers at Ludlow Food Festival

Tanners success Tanners is celebrating a win at July’s International Wine Challenge Merchant Awards. The annual awards, often referred to as the ‘Oscars’ of the wine world, saw Tanners scoop the coveted title of Large Independent Merchant of the Year.

Judges observed: “Tanners has a tremendous wine range and a real understanding of its customer base, which helps it to focus on providing a winning customer experience.”

James Tanner said, “We’re really delighted to win this award; it’s great to be recognised for our range and customer service. This year it’s especially meaningful as Tanners is celebrating its 175th anniversary.”

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Sun ale shines

Oktoberfest in Shrewsbury Shrewsbury’s Quarry is the location for a celebration of all things beer this autumn, when Oktoberfest descends upon the town. Over the weekend of 6 to 8 October, you will find over 150 real ales, a Wye Valley 1985 Lager Bar, and also plenty of cider and perry to tickle your tastebuds. If you’re more of a spirit connoisseur, you can find heaven in the prosecco parlour, relax in the gin den, salsa in the rum shack or even learn a little mixology yourself. And there’s also plenty of locally produced food on hand to soak up the booze.

A Corvedale brewery is celebrating local success for one of its ales – and waiting to see whether it will claim a national prize. The Sun’s chief brewer, Norman Pearce, named one of his trademark tipples after his daughter Katie, and now the Katie’s Pride beer has won the regional prize for best mild in Wales and the West.

Norman said, “This is a dark gold / amber mild beer with a malty aroma that becomes citrus-fruity and floral, with light floral notes and a dry hoppy finish. It’s a great beer – but sadly Katie doesn’t drink it herself!”

Organiser Beth Heath said, “We’ve also got an awesome line-up of the funniest people on the circuit so we promise you’ll leave smiling. If music is more your thing, the massive Battlefield Brewery Music stage will see some fantastic groups perform – and we’re even getting into the Bavarian spirit with an oompah band.

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Real ale fans can also enjoy a tipple at a Game, Food and Beer event in Bridgnorth on Sunday 29 October – visit bridgnorthpromotions.co.uk for more details.

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Tiggy at Tanners The newest branch of Bridgnorth-based vintners Tanners has opened in neighbouring Cheshire – and it’s taken a little bit of Bridgnorth with it. In the tasting room of the Chester branch of the wine merchant is a painting by local artist Tiggy Beaman.

The huge artwork, which depicts bottles of the instantly recognisable Tanners Claret, was commissioned by chair James Tanner after he noticed Tiggy’s artwork at the Stable Bar on Whitburn Street. He said, “We’re pleased to support emerging young talent – I see a bright future ahead for Tiggy.”

Tiggy, the daughter of Bridgnorth butcher Richard Beaman, is studying Fine Art at Loughborough University.

Tiggy (left) and James Tanner with her artwork

Perfect pickles Autumn is when the fruits and vegetables in our gardens are at their bountiful best, and Acton Scott’s programme of workshops continues with a session on pickling on Saturday 7 October.

A preserving technique that’s often overlooked these days, pickling can turn the humblest vegetable into a special accompaniment. You’ll learn to pickle cabbage, shallots with Thai spices, plums and cucumber at this session with Sara-Jane Brough, priced at £65. Email acton.scott.museum@shropshire.gov.uk or call 01694 781307 for details and to book.

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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 has triumphed, winning four medals at this year’s 2017 British Cheese Awards; there was gold for Bringewood (gold), silver for Bromfield Priory Creamy and Cultured Butter, and bronze for blue cheese Remembered Hills. Dairy manager Dudley Martin said, “I’m so proud of what our team has achieved. The competition was fierce and to gain four medals is a fantastic achievement.”

Meanwhile, three handmade products impressed the tasting panel at the Great British Food Awards and reached the shortlist before the final celebrity food judges’ taste test. The products that progressed were Dry Cured Back Bacon, Mince Pies, and Blood Orange and Gin Marmalade, which was entered into the hard-fought Best Sweet Preserve/Sauce category.

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Open day success The Haycop Conservation Group in Broseley celebrated their 10th anniversary as a local nature reserve at their annual open day – raising £1,000 in the process. The event was blessed with a sunny day, perfect for attracting the butterflies for whom the reserve was primarily created. Highlights included a Civil War re-enactment group, Col Nicholas Devereux’s Regiment of Foote, led by Broseley’s own Ian Barrett and birds from Chelmarsh Owl Sanctuary. Local musicians Maddy and Sam Chassar-Hesketh and David Beddows performed.

The Haycop is a nine-acre reserve that includes a flower meadow, established woodland, heathland and aquatic ecosystems. It’s owned by the Roberts family and its role as nature reserve was instigated by Adrian Miles. Birds, butterflies and moths all flourish and badgers, foxes, slow worms and even common lizards have also been sighted.

Autumn at Ruthall Manor This is the perfect season to visit Ruthall Manor near Ditton Priors, Bridgnorth. Offset by a mature collection of trees, the garden is divided into intimate sections carefully linked by winding paths. The lawn is flanked by borders extending to an art garden and ha-ha. Clematis and roses scramble through a collection of wrought-iron work and secluded seating. A stunning horse pond features primulas, iris and bog plants.

If you’d like to find out more or become a volunteer, call 01952 882318 or visit thehaycop.org.

Friend of Ruthall April Jones said, “Regular visitors know only too well how beautiful the garden looks at this time of year.

Approached from the driveway, the woodland garden is cast into dappled shade by a mature acer griseum and betula septentrionalis, both coppery peeling barks glinting in the September sun. A eucalyptus dominates and complements a wide range of pines, acers and cornus, which in turn provide a textural backdrop for smaller, unusual shrubs and plants.”

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If you’re looking for something constructive to do now the summer’s over, why not consider donating some of your time to a local scheme? Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre is looking for people to help the team at its Onny Meadows site. The centre is now run by a charity: Grow Cook Learn, with the main aim to connect people to the food, history and the landscape of the Shropshire Hills. To find out more about volunteering at the Centre, call 01588 676060.

Bird box checks on Edge Wenlock Edge’s National Trust has a bird box scheme which is checked every year for nests, eggs and chicks. The Trust’s Kate Price says, “The majority of boxes are used by blue-tits and great-tits, nuthatches and pied flycatchers. Sometimes bees, wood mice and dormice make their homes inside, too. If there’s evidence a box is being used, it will be checked and its contents recorded. We record how many eggs are present, how many chicks successfully hatch, what species they are and how many successfully fledge.”

Chicks may then be ringed to see how far they fly, and this data goes into a national database which informs populations trends.

The Trust is seeking volunteers to help run the project in 2018 and beyond – email wenlockedge@nationaltrust.org.uk for details.

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Good Gardening Tips for September & October

Seasonal adjustments

If you dead-headed your delphiniums and lupins when they finished flowering, you may get a second flush of flowers in September and October…

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It’s that time of year when you never know what the weather’s going to do, so flexibility is the key in your garden, writes Ann Winwood.

plants need plenty of fluid in hot weather, some plants don’t take it up so quickly and can quickly become waterlogged – fuchsias are a prime example and are better situated in the shade if possible.

We had a very hot spell at the end of June, which caused problems with many plants. We’ve seen several cases of badly scorched leaves and flowers and one customer mentioned that the flowers on their tomato plants had shrivelled up due to the intense heat in their greenhouse, so they’d resorted to covering the plants with brown paper. Keep your greenhouse well ventilated to fend off any heat-related problems.

Autumn glory

Never water or spray chemicals onto plants during the day during hot sunny weather – this causes scorching.

Instead, water early in the morning or late at night. In a greenhouse, water in the morning rather than late in the day – this gives moisture the chance to evaporate instead of lingering on leaves and causing problems.

Keep greenhouse doors and vents open, even at night, to allow good air circulation.

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The range of perennials available from garden centres for late summer and early autumn flowering is increasing year on year. Heuchera have lovely coloured foliage all year round from lime green through to copper and bronze and purple shades, many with prominent leaf veins which make a lovely contrast. They’re easy to grow, ideal in sun or semi-shade and are not damaged by slugs and snails.

Another pretty flowering herbaceous plant is the monarda (bergamot). These have pretty whorls of pink or scarlet flowers on stiff stems; they usually grow around 1m tall, but we have had varieties in this year which grow to just 30cm.

If you dead-headed your delphiniums and lupins when they finished flowering, you may get a second flush of flowers in September and October. Buying perennials from spring through to autumn will give colour for many months of the year.

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In the veg patch, harvest onions and potatoes now – lift up onions and allow to dry out where they’ve been growing if the weather is fine, then store. Potatoes should be stored in a cool but frost-free environment – you can buy hessian sacks from your garden centre. Carrots and parsnips can be left in the ground until you’re ready to eat them. Continue to pick runner beans and courgettes on a regular basis, so they don’t become stringy and tough. Any green waste can be put onto the compost heap – use a compost activator such as one by Scotts and Vitax to speed up the composting process, which usually takes about 12 months. Don’t add grass mowing of any lawns that have been treated with weedkiller, though.

Summer baskets and tubs should still be in their prime through September and possibly into October if we don’t get any early frosts, but as the nights draw in and the weather gets cooler, they’ll begin to fade. Once your baskets have finished, why not re-plant for winter colour with vibrant pansies, violas, polyanthus, heathers, ivy… and don’t forget to add a few spring-flowering bulbs for added colour. You can also add small shrubs including gaultherias, leucothoe, skimmias and grasses.

Overwintering onions, shallots and broad bean seeds will soon be in stock; plant them as soon as you can and you’ll get an early maturing crop next year. Winter vegetable plants will arrive from the end of July onwards – cabbages, sprouts, broccoli, lettuce – so there’s no excuse for an empty veg plot in the winter!

Replant cleared borders with winter pansies, violas, sweet williams and wallflowers. Hopefully our own field-grown wallflowers will be available from the end of September – they give excellent value for money, flowering in the spring with the bulbs and they have a lovely perfume. Spring flowering bulbs should be available over the August Bank Holiday, most can be planted as soon as you get them, but tulips should be planted later – through into November if the weather is mild. When planting in tubs, put several layers of bulbs in first,

starting with daffodils then the smaller bulbs and finally plant pansies, violas or wallflowers last. You’ll get a longer flowering period in the spring and full pots.

Buy prepared hyacinth bulbs for Christmas flowering and plant them in bowls with bulb compost by mid-September. Bulb fibre contains charcoal which helps keep the compost ‘sweet’ while the bulbs are in the dark.

Give them a drink and put in a cool, dark place, bringing gradually into the light and warmth once the shoots are approx 3cm high.

Clean out greenhouses before putting in overwintering plants and insulate with bubble wrap. Check over heaters ready for the first frosts. As you bring in plants to over-winter, watch out for vine weevil larvae, especially on fuchsias – there are products available to deal with them.

Enjoy your autumn gardening!

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LOCAL WALKS

Local walks

Make the most of the tail end of summer and head out into the glorious countryside on one of these local walks. Wear sensible footwear and clothing, bring a drink and a packed lunch, depending on timing, and pre-book your place in advance.

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Marbury nr Whitchurch 8.5 miles 07771 985846; tesramblers.org.uk

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Moel Famau Clwydian Hills 9 miles 09703 325011; tesramblers.org.uk

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Wellington Walking Festival Seven days and 27 fabulous walks around Wellington and the surrounding areas. Different grades of walks, some which require no booking. All walks are free; however, donations are welcomed.

For the full programme of walks see the website wellingtonwalkersarewelcome.org. uk/Festival

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Hope Bowdler & Caradoc Hills 01952 460770; tesramblers.org.uk

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Beckbury 5 miles 01952 595302; tesramblers.org.uk

Meet the Sineater, Stiperstones 9 miles 10.05am; 01746 862652; bridgnorthwalkingclub.org.uk

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Fenns, Whixall & Bettisfield Mosses 10 miles

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The Radnor Hills 7.5 miles syr.org.uk/walk/225

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Dowles Brook & Wyre Forest 11 miles 9.15am – 4.30pm; 01746 781192; £8 (inc return train fare)

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Shrewsbury Wilfred Owen Walk 5 miles 01952 585129; tesramblers.org.uk

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Ellyn Ideal, Devil’s Kitchen & Y Garn 6 miles syr.org.uk/walk/226

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WED 20 SEP

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Family Walk Ironbridge

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WILDLIFE DIARY

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 discovered. For its size, it’s stronger than both steel and Kevlar. Being finer than a human hair, it combines this immense strength with flexibility and lightness. It is no wonder that, for many years, scientists have been trying to mass-produce spider silk with very little success – while silk worms can be farmed for their silk, spiders have a tendency to eat each other if confined in close proximity!

In April it was announced that scientists have been successful in introducing genes from spiders into tobacco plants so the plants produce the silk in a form that can be harvested, which could lead to new products that exhibit the remarkable properties of spider silk.

Autumn drifts in and the amount of spider silk around the country reaches a peak. Early morning dew crystallises on the webs, creating a sparkling scene. Around Severn Valley Country Park, once invisible webs now seem to grace every tussock and hawthorn tree. The ox-eye daisies that brightened the grassland margins have faded. Their stems will remain upright until the first frosts fell them. Attached to the stems are the silken webs of labyrinth spiders.

A close encounter Labyrinth spiders build sheet webs. As the name suggests, these are horizontal webs. Their web culminates in a ‘retreat’, a tunnel that gets progressively narrower, like a funnel. Its walls are silk spun so thick, it looks white. Peering down the tunnel, my line of vision is drawn ever deeper by the spiralling silk of the walls – for a moment I’m in a trance and the white walls are blanking out the rest of the world. I suddenly realise I’m looking directly at a labyrinth spider who’s appeared at the end of the retreat.

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Spiders are one of the most widespread of all invertebrate groups. Woodland, meadow, wetland and heath; all Shropshire habitats support their own distinctive spider species’.

Mottled brown in colour, this handsome beast mainly feeds on grasshoppers that get caught in the web.

Spiders are one of the most widespread of all invertebrate groups. Woodland, meadow, wetland and heath; all Shropshire habitats support their own distinctive spider species’. But spiders are one of the few invertebrate groups that will also thrive in our homes and gardens.

Meet the arachnids In the corner of one of our bedrooms is a loosely slung web.

One morning I watch a spider emerge and delicately wrap a fly in silk. Named after their extremely long legs, the daddy long legs spider is a species that does not like cold conditions so thrives in our centrally heated homes. They are voracious predators with a range of weapons in their arsenal. As well as catching flying insects in their webs, they also raid the webs of other house spiders. They can even fire silk strands to trap prey.

One of the easiest spiders to identify is the garden cross spider.

They are very common and have a large bulbous abdomen with a distinctive white cross. I’ve been observing a garden cross spider on a buddleia in our garden this autumn. Daily observation of a wild animal in this way has proven to be utterly absorbing.

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Around Severn Valley Country Park, once invisible webs now seem to grace every tussock and hawthorn tree…

gibbet. Crows had been hung from a barbed wire fence, wings held slightly ajar.

By each morning, a brand new web had appeared, perfectly symmetrical and clean. I came to realise that the spider was rebuilding the web every single night. One night I went out and, sure enough, the spider had emerged from his hiding place within a dead flower head and was studiously spinning, under cover of the autumn darkness.

The garden cross spider is a member of the orb web family.

Unlike sheet webs, orb webs are vertical and represent the most complex web we see in Britain. Spiders produce silk from organs called spinerettes. Firstly they fire a strand of silk across a void to get the first anchor point. They then use strong ‘droplines’ to make a ‘Y’ shape. The spider then pulls out radials – if you imagine an orb web as a bike wheel, the radials are the spokes and give the strength to the web. Next, the spider spins circular construction strands. The final stage is adding the sticky silk threads to snare prey. One web is made of up to 20m of silk!

Strange fruit By late afternoon, the web on my buddleia would be decorated with black flies, each stuck to the silk and frozen in time. There is something about the twisted angle of their tiny bodies that takes me back to my youth - when I discovered a gamekeepers

Do one thing for wildlife this month…

Arachnophobia is one of the most common phobias.

Unfortunately spiders suffer from negative reporting in the press, that further encourages people to be fearful of them. This is particularly noticeable in October as shops fill with ‘scary spider’ decorations. We need to teach our children to respect and understand all British wildlife. This year, why not do a Halloween activity with a difference – go hunting for spider webs in your local park and then get the children to make their own. For some inspiration, check out pinterest.co.uk.

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Burwarton Show This year’s Burwarton Show was yet another triumph of local life and enterprise. Grey skies did not deter as visitors, demonstrators and the rural community came together in August to enjoy this very special celebration of the Shropshire countryside.

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ANIMAL CARE

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Strangles – An Old Adversary This disease strikes terror into the heart of horse owners, possibly because of its emotive name.

Although it’s true that horses can die from strangles, it’s very unusual for this to happen in the UK. More often one sees a profuse nasal discharge and sore, enlarged lymph glands just inside the bone of the lower jaw and throat. The horse may develop a fever, loss of appetite, depression and a cough, or less severe signs such as dullness. Very occasionally, serious complications cause further abscess growth, known colloquially as ‘bastard strangles’.

Up to 10% of horses may recover and appear normal but remain infected. These horses harbour the bacteria within the guttural pouches of the throat; they can infect other horses.

Strangles is caused by a bacterium called streptococcus equi – or ‘strep equi’. It is extremely contagious and can affect horses of any age. Infection can be spread through the air and carried on clothing, hands, grooming equipment and even on the coats of dogs and cats.

Can we protect our horses against strangles?

Prevention is most definitely better than cure; keep your horse away from infected horses and material. There is a strangles vaccine in the UK which can reduce clinical signs, though it’s not widely used and is actually out of stock at present.

A policy of openness is vital – after all, it’s not neglect but bad luck that causes infection.

What should we do when an outbreak is confirmed?

Once an outbreak is confirmed, managers of equine premises should stop all movement on or off the yard, with horses which have been in contact with infected animals kept separate from those who haven’t, as well as those displaying signs of infection – isolation is key when it comes to preventing the spread of strangles. It’s also important to take regular temperatures to check infection hasn’t occurred – ask your vet if you’re not sure how to do this. Changing your own clothes after dealing with infected animals is also important. You should also disinfect the stables thoroughly once the infection is cleared.

An outbreak of strangles is an expensive and time-consuming event for all parties but careful management, good communication and paying heed to your vet’s advice will all cut down on both suffering and expense.

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“My dog gets bits of stick, leaves and debris from walks stuck in her coat and it tangles really easily.

How can I prevent this?”

Thank you for your question – as we all love to take our pooches for a walk once the leaves start to turn, it’s a very common query. You don’t mention what kind of breed your dog is, but here are some general recommendations.

Upon returning from your walk, rinse off any mud and dirt with warm water and diluted shampoo if necessary, then towel your dog dry.

Apply a gentle leave-in conditioning spray (your regular groom professional can recommend one that’s appropriate for your dog) and brush the coat very gently, and you should find that debris and dirt will be removed and tangles will not form.

Many people find bath and drying treatments helpful between their regular grooms in the autumn and winter months.

“Do I need to grow my dog’s hair longer for the winter?”

The simple answer is no. Most dogs live with us in our homes, which are generally centrally heated.

Some people opt for a slightly longer trim when having their dog’s coat trimmed once the temperature begins to drop, but it’s important to continue with regular appointments as a matted, tangled coat will not keep your dog warm but can make them feel uncomfortable in the home.

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BUSINESS NEWS

Google adds new “Posts” feature Google My Business allows you to create a profile for your business which appears on Google Maps and Google Search. This feature has been around for several years and is a quick and easy way to help Google learn more about your business, and at the same time increase the chances of being found by potential customers.

In July Google launched a new feature in Google My Business - the ability to add posts. This works in a similar way you to how you might add blogs to your website or updates to your social media profiles. Google describes this new feature: “Posting through Google My Business lets you publish your events, products and services directly to Google Search and Maps. By creating posts,

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you can place your timely content in front of customers when they find your business listing on Google.”

This is a fantastic opportunity to highlight to your existing and potential customers what’s happening at your business. Every additional hook you can add to your profile can only benefit your business and it’s incredibly easy to keep updated - you can add posts via desktop or mobile (learn how here: https://goo.gl/gxUVFC).

There’s an interesting twist with this new way of promoting your business - posts will expire and stop showing on your business listing. This prevents the age old problem of stale content being shown - a common theme on social media profiles.

My recommendation is to focus on upcoming events and news about your business and to add a new post

Scott Bowler is a digital marketer and developer with over 12 years’ commercial experience. He works in conjunction with WW! to deliver digital solutions to businesses across Shropshire.

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Shifnal company shines at awards A Shifnal-based company was recognised for its excellence in digital marketing at the annual Shropshire Business Awards.

Ascendancy Internet Marketing helps companies develop effective websites, run digital campaigns and get the best results from their existing sites. The team were at Telford International Centre in June to accept the Best Small Business award from sponsors Nick Jones.

MD Helen Culshaw said, “So much has changed in the last 20 years, and businesses have found it necessary to turn their attentions to online platforms – now a vital part of any firm’s strategy.”

MCMT proves popular More than 40 young people have signed up at the Marches Centre of Manufacturing and Technology (MCMT) following its recent open day. Mayor Ron Whittle joined more than 500 visitors at the Stanmore Industrial Estate facility, run by a consortium of Classic Motor Cars, Grainger and Worrall, In-Comm Training and Salop Design and Engineering.

Now in its 17th year, the Business Awards provide an opportunity to celebrate the best in local business acumen, staff development, and innovation.

Helen Culshaw with her award

“This was the first time we’d been able to showcase what we are doing… and the response was fantastic,” explained MCMT MD Matthew Snelson. “Over 500 visitors joined us and, importantly, we had lots of school pupils keen to explore a possible career in engineering and manufacturing. Once they saw what we had planned, spoke to In-Comm about the training opportunities and saw the robotics/CNC machines we were putting in, 40 of them signed up on the spot!”

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House best in west Shropshire builder Mike Owen of Huramic Builders Ltd is celebrating after winning the Best Individual New Home category at the Local Authority Building Control (LABC) West Midlands awards held in Telford in July.

LABC chair Richard Scott described the building as “a one-off design… which will be seen by the many thousands of visitors to the nearby Severn Valley Railway Station over which it enjoys spectacular views. It incorporates the criteria, including the use of renewables, good working relationships, excellent site management with innovation, and problem-solving.”

Mike’s house, which is occupied by his parents, will now go up against projects from all corners of the UK at the final in London in November.

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Local car dealer celebrates expansion A popular Bridgnorth businesses is building upon their success with an expansion that will make the most of their spacious, leafy site.

The team at David Dexters offer a wraparound service from sales to service and repair to MOT – and they’re now able to display more quality used cars than ever before, thanks to a larger parking area at their impressive Stanley Lane site.

Owner Richard Whitney explains, “We used to be able to display around 30 of our carefully selected vehicles; we can now offer over 45 cars for customers to view – and we’ve allowed room for further expansion in the future.

“What’s more, if a customer just isn’t finding the vehicle that’s right for them on site, we have access to a nationwide network of quality used cars… so we know just where to go to find that perfect match.”

A gift for service David Dexters’ staff pride themselves on being friendly and approachable, and there’s no ‘pressure selling’ here – there’s no need for it. Much of the business comes from people who come back again and again to this trusted dealer; the David Dexters motto – ‘honest, efficient, affordable’ – informs everything the company does.

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“We can now offer over 45 cars for customers to view – and we’ve allowed room for further expansion in the future…”

“Our staff have the technical skills to look after the cars to the highest standard,” explains Richard. “We use Bosch training, equipment and diagnostics. It’s a trusted brand with a national guarantee scheme – although I think a lot of people don’t realise how many of the components under their car’s bonnet are actually made by Bosch! We take care of that side of things by keeping up to speed with every single change in automobile technology.”

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Edward Andrews, Shropshire Council’s Country Parks and Heritage Officer, said, “The new signs look amazing and are the result of a great team effort. The fascinating history of Stanmore Country Park has been brought to life using modern materials.”

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Bridgnorth Market Bridgnorth has a thriving Charter Market under the Town Hall each Friday and Saturday throughout the year, with a craft market on alternate Sundays in the summer months. We also welcomed a liquorice stall to the market on the High Street recently that complements our other stalls selling carpets, home goods and garden furniture.

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Heart of England in Bloom Bridgnorth has had two days of judging this summer. The first, was our entry in the ‘town’ section of Heart of England in Bloom. On a lovely sunny afternoon judges Simon and Gareth were taken around the town by Bridgnorth Outdoors and Properties Manager Barry Ince and Bridgnorth Town Clerk Anne Wilson; meeting volunteers, community groups including the WI, Veolia, Shropshire Council representatives and Town Council staff upon the route.

The judges were welcomed at College House by Deputy Mayor Cllr Edward Marshall and Sally Themans from Love Bridgnorth. Sally was a co-entrant in the town’s successful entry into the 2016 Great British High Street competition, and the judging started with a showing of the film ‘100 reasons to Love Bridgnorth’ and a short presentation by the Town Clerk, about a year in Bridgnorth before walking their way down the High Street to the beautiful gardens of St. Mary’s Street, followed by the jewel in the crown of Bridgnorth; Castle Gardens.

Here judges met representatives of Bridgnorth WI who tend the community vegetable garden and local volunteer residents who assist in the park, before being taken to meet the children from St. Leonard’s School’s Eco and Gardening Club who showed off their ‘Wizard of Oz’ themed garden growing vegetables and plants.

After a visit to Veolia, the judges were taken to Bridgnorth Cemetery where they admired the natural beauty of the site before visiting the town’s allotments. Walking along Doctors Lane, across the bridge and up the Cliff Railway, the tour finished in Castle Hall where town councillors, representatives of organisations and Town Council staff enjoyed refreshments with the judges. The judges were astounded at the number of people that get involved in the community and the care and attention that goes into ensuring that Bridgnorth is a welcoming place for both residents and visitors alike.

The second judging day involved the Bridgnorth Cemetery and Castle Gardens. The Town Council had entered independent classes within the Heart of England in Bloom categories. The judges were highly impressed with the standard of maintenance, new planting and the care and attention that goes into these areas.

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Bridgnorth Town Council has recently approved an idea to put toilets and a refreshment kiosk in Severn Park. Architects are currently developing the plans for this and as part of the programme of works, the Town Council is looking to re-design and replace the existing play equipment. This is to complement the outdoor gym, subject to Section 106 Developer Funding being available, which has already been approved by council members.

Getting wed?

Venues for hire Three years ago, the Town Council took on the charity and management of Low Town Community Hall. This popular hall is available for hire for any event and has its own car parking.

Castle Hall in West Castle Street can seat up to about 180 people and has a fully equipped kitchen and bar area and is available for hire too. It has a stage and many local groups and organisations make use of it for their events. Within the Castle Hall is a special wedding room which seats up to 30 people making it a great wedding venue. And of course the really stunning place to get married – and one which is gaining in popularity – is in our iconic Town Hall, which has been registered for weddings for the last year or so, and is only a short walk from there to Castle Hall.

Full details can be obtained from Rachel at the Town Council on 01746 762231.

Bridgnorth Arts Statue Trail A group of councillors and interested volunteers are working with the Town Council to set up a statue trail in Bridgnorth for Spring 2018; similar to the one that is currently working in Wolverhampton called ‘Wolves in Wolves’. Members were shown a short video at the July council meeting showcasing the decorated wolves which are located at various points around the city. Town Councillors felt it was a good idea and believe a similar trail, but on a smaller scale, would benefit the visitor economy of Bridgnorth. A working party has now been set up to look at the possibility of setting up a zero-cost trail and are contacting businesses for sponsorship and will be asking residents for their preference of which animal or object best represents Bridgnorth and should be used. If you would like to be involved in this project, please contact the Town Clerk, Anne Wilson on townclerk@bridgnorthtowncouncil.gov.uk

Peter Nutting Cllr Peter Nutting, the new leader of Shropshire Council and his deputy Cllr Steve Charmley visited Bridgnorth in July, accompanied by chief executive Clive Wright. They spent a few hours in the town meeting business people before looking at economic opportunities in the town together with our local Shropshire Councillors and the Town Clerk. Early evening was spent meeting with the Bridgnorth Town Council members for discussions on working relationships and the wider needs of the town.

Otter-ly fantastic Bridgnorth Town Council is delighted to be working in partnership with the Shropshire Wildlife Trust with regard to the repeated presence of an otter in the River Severn in Bridgnorth. The Wildlife Trust created a wicker otter which made its debut at the Carnival in June and has recently been returned to the town and is now on display in Castle Gardens.

For further information about our events including booking/entry forms, please visit bridgnorthtownevents.org or email events@bridgnorthtowncouncil.gov.uk.

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Bridgnorth Italian auto’s visit The Italian Auto Moto Festival and a continental market will take place in the High Street on Sunday 3 September. Cars and motorbikes will be in the north end of the High Street from Northgate to the Town Hall, with the Continental Market in the south end.

Fron choir returns The Fron Male Voice Choir return to Bridgnorth on Saturday 23 September at 7pm and will be joined by the Bridgnorth Schools Ensemble. Tickets are available from Bridgnorth Town Council offices and are £10.

Parking consultation Shropshire Council is consulting on a new Parking Strategy that includes on street parking charges and its emphasis is on the market towns, which includes Bridgnorth. If you wish to respond please visit Shropshire Council’s website; the consultation will last until 29 September.

Christmas lighting up Christmas Lighting Up Night will be taking place on Friday 17 November from 4-9pm in the High Street. If you would like to have a community stall, commercial stall or take part on the stage or can offer your services or volunteer on the evening, we would really like to hear from you. Further details on stall applications or if you wish to have an act on the stage, please go to bridgnorthtownevents.org.

The lights on the Quayside, Bandon Island and Fox Corner will be turned on, Saturday 18 November at 5pm with an event on the Quayside between 4-6pm.

Late night shopping Following the success of the events in 2016 and Bridgnorth’s Great British High Street win, Bridgnorth Chamber of Commerce will be holding late night shopping nights in the town on Wednesdays 6, 13 and 20 December. There will also be a focus on Small Business Saturday on December 2. Full publicity for these events will take place nearer the time.

The council also has a Facebook page and Twitter account @ bridgnorth_tc.

Issued by Anne Wilson, town clerk 01746 762231 email anne.wilson@bridgnorthcouncil.gov.uk website bridgnorthtowncouncil.gov.uk

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Broseley Birchmeadow goes solar Following a successful bid for funding to the Postcode Local Trust by the management committee, installation of solar panels has been completed on the Birchmeadow Centre by Go Green Systems. This sustainable energy generation will allow 106

the centre to make savings in energy costs and will reduce carbon emissions. The project demonstrates what can be achieved through members of the community coming together to enable a significant sustainable energy project to come to fruition. The Postcode Local Trust is a grant-giving charity funded entirely by players of the People’s Postcode Lottery.

Tourism in the town The council and community are working to promote attractions and events in Broseley to encourage visitors to the town. The Broseley tourist leaflet is being updated and reprinted and will be available on the website as well as in paper format.

The Gerry Foxall mining sculptures around the town are a new attraction and will be promoted in a separate leaflet. The profile of the town is being raised with recent events such as the Steam Rally, the Broseley Festival and the Festival of Motorcycling as well as the regular Christmas lights switch-on. The aim is to encourage new and returning visitors to explore and enjoy what our town has to offer whilst supporting the local economy.

Local history day Broseley Local History Society will be holding an open day on Saturday 14 October in the Victoria Hall, when they will be displaying some of the artefacts, old photographs and documents in their possession. If anyone has anything of interest they would like displayed or for more information, please contact Gillian Pope on gill.h.pope@googlemail.com or phone 01952 883960.

Heritage open days For four days every September places across the country allow visitors free access as part of the Heritage Open Days festival.

On Sunday 10 September 10am-4pm Broseley Pipeworks will be open to visitors free of charge. There will be demonstrations of pipe making and original documents from the archaeology survey will be on display. If you miss the free open day, tours of the Pipe Museum run at 1.30pm and 3.00pm until 1 October.

Benthall Hall will offer free admission on Saturday 9 September from 1pm to 5pm.

Visit Broseley website To find out what’s happening in the town, don’t forget to check the website visitbroseley.co.uk. Here you will find details of forthcoming events as well as information on local clubs, services, places to visit, places to eat and much more. And if your group isn’t registered, do get in touch to make sure you’re not left out.

Council office The town council office is open to the public on Thursday mornings, 10 am to noon. Council staff can be contacted by telephone or email Monday to Thursday, between 9.30am and 3pm. Council and local information can be found on our website broseleytowncouncil.co.uk.

Issued by Trudi Barrett, town clerk 01952 882172 email broseleytc.clerk@btinternet.com The Library Building, Bridgnorth Road, Broseley TF12 5EL

These council notes are edited from notes submitted by the Town Clerks of the three towns.

Recent events

Craft markets

The Forest School of Much Wenlock Primary School visited Much Wenlock cemetery in July where the Mayor and Mayoress of Much Wenlock watched the children filling the recently made bee hotels with suitable materials.

Fortnightly craft markets at the Corn Exchange will take place on Saturdays 2 and 16 September and 7 and 21 October. Come and see a good range of genuinely home-made crafts on sale including woodcraft, textiles, jewellery, knitwear, embroidery, paper craft and much more.

In July the Much Wenlock Garden Trail took place in aid of Shropshire Historic Churches Trust and Holy Trinity Church and the old cemetery chapel was open to visitors during the afternoon as part of this event. More than ÂŁ4,600 was raised so a big thank you to all who participated.

Councillor surgeries

The council also has a Facebook page and Twitter account @ WenlockCouncil

Much Wenlock

The Mayor of Much Wenlock, Cllr Graham Edgcumbe Venning accompanied by Cllr Mary Hill, held the first Town Council surgery at the Corn Exchange in July. Members of our community welcomed the opportunity to raise a number of local issues and to interact with the council.

Parking consultation Shropshire Council is consulting on a new Parking Strategy that includes on street parking charges and its emphasis is on the market towns, which includes Much Wenlock. If you wish to respond please visit Shropshire Council’s website; the consultation will last until 29 September.

Revealing the early history of the Borough of Wenlock

Issued by Sharon Clayton, town clerk 01952 727509 email townclerk@muchwenlock-tc.gov.uk website muchwenlock-tc.gov.uk

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Shifnal There are no notes from Shifnal this edition, for any issues please contact Mac Sandal, town clerk 01952 461420 or mayor Cllr Robert Harrop on 07889 541320 or deputy mayor councillor Andy Mitchell. Email info@shifnaltowncouncil.gov.uk website shifnaltowncouncil.gov.uk.

We shall be holding a day of celebration on Saturday 9 September when the old minute books of the Borough of Wenlock will be on display. The minutes dating from 1495 to 1810 have been repaired and conserved and also transcribed and digitised so that we can learn from the early history of the Borough as it was then. Plans are still in the making but we are holding an event in the Priory Hall during the day, where the minute books will be on display, followed by an evening of literature and song at Holy Trinity Church, Much Wenlock.

Planning matters The town council has recently considered a planning application for a change of use at the Rock House Inn, Farley.

Whilst Members support in principal the exhibiting of art and educational facilities they feel that the site is not suitable for other uses mainly because it is not big enough for large scale events which would prove hazardous for a high volume of traffic entering the busy A4169.

In response to local concern, members have objected to the installation of flood lighting at William Brookes School. The proposals do not accord with Objective 5, Policy CW2, in the Neighbourhood Plan and the council feels that light pollution and noise will have a negative impact on residents living nearby.

Dog fouling We regularly receive complaints of dog fouling on the streets in our town which makes it very unpleasant for walkers who have to dodge the mess. It is not the fault of the dogs but it is the responsibility of the dog owner to clean up from their dog and either put it in the nearest litter bin or take it home and dispose of it.

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Bridgnorth 10k sell out Bridgnorth Running Club’s fourth Bridgnorth 10k, which will see 350 runners flock to the High Street on Sunday 29 October, has been a super-fast sell out.

Club chair Scott Mathers explained, “People seem to love our challenging road race and come from all over the region to take part. Runners particularly appreciate the specially-commissioned Bridgnorth medal they get, together with a goodie bag, on finishing. We also have prizes for top three male and female winners.”

Sparring for charity

This year the race got to the final 12 in the National Running Awards in the best 10k category. It is sponsored by Craven Dunnill and supported by a range of other local businesses.

The club caters for all abilities and meets on a Monday and Thursday under the Town Hall at 7pm. For further information see bridgnorthrunningclub.co.uk

Image courtesy of Brian Smith

Excalibur Martial Arts students have raised over £1,000 for Hope House Children’s Hospice by taking part in the annual GTI Charity 100 Rounds of Sparring event. Students have also seen success at the UKTA Welsh Open in Cardiff and at the GTI North West Open in Liverpool, where Lauren Hayward and Toni Bennett brought home silver and bronze medals in sparring.

Three of the students, Tammy Lewis, Dean Lewis and Luke Richardson, have been chosen to represent the GTI England Squad at the Open World Taekwondo Championships in the Netherlands later this year.

All smiles from Lauren Haywood winning silver

Local stars in national event Four youngsters from Bridgnorth Athletics Club qualified for the English Schools Athletics Championships held in Birmingham in August. Lucy Elcock qualified to compete in the 300m, Oliver Carvell the 1500m, Adrian Lloyd Davies in the senior boys 800m whilst Beth Loveday, who recently qualified for the national finals of the Senior girls Penthalon, competed in 100m hurdles.

Oliver Carvell, Beth Loveday, Lucy Elcock and Adrian Lloyd Davies

Family medal haul Jake and Aubrey Round from Bridgnorth Tae Kwon-Do bagged a gold and silver medal respectively at a national competition in Liverpool. Jake won a convincing gold medal, meeting a fellow national squad member in the final, whilst dad Aubrey fought club-mate David Rowley. After a close match David, who in the category had a significant height disadvantage, took the gold once again.

Jake Round, David Rowley and Aubrey Round

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A dramatic week of cricket saw Shropshire U14s return from the prestigious Taunton Festival with the winners’ shield. It was the first time Shropshire has won this festival and the team found themselves pitched against teams from elite cricketing counties such as Middlesex, Gloucestershire and Derbyshire.

Coach Simon Gregory said, “It was a massive achievement and a phenomenal effort by all involved, one they will cherish for the rest of their promising cricket careers.”

Bridgnorth was well represented with Niall McAdam, Ben Parker and Joe Smallman who all attend Bridgnorth Endowed School in the team, as well as coach Simon Gregory who plays for Bridgnorth Cricket Club’s 1st XI.

Shropshire’s victorious U14 team. Image courtesy of Andy Johnson

On your bike for Macmillan Tennis volunteer’s treat Merill Holt, Tennis Shropshire’s lead volunteer, was invited to the All England Club to receive a prestigious Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) award during the second week of the Wimbledon Championships.

The long-serving chair of Shifnal Tennis Club, Merill has carried out a host of voluntary roles in the county. She received the award which recognised her dedication to tennis from President of the LTA Martin Corrie. Whilst at Wimbledon, Merill had the chance to watch Novak Djokovic, Venus Williams and British star Johanna Konta in action on Centre Court. Merill said she was honoured to receive the award.

Merill Holt received her award at Wimbledon

Cyclists from across the region are expected to descend on Ludlow Rugby Club on Sunday 17 September for what will be the fourth Ludlow Cycling Festival, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. The festival offers something for all; at 8.30am serious riders start the South Shropshire Tors 60/106k sportive; there’s a 30k Ride to the River including a riverside picnic pit-stop at Leintwardine, and for families and young or new riders, the 11k family ride will leave at 10:30am and will take in the peaceful lanes of the Plymouth Estate, while the guided MTB 18k Fantastic Forest will explore the best bridleways of Mortimers Forest. Full details are at ludlowcyclingfestival.co.uk.

Ross joins superbike He may be just 13, but bike-mad Ross Turner from Broseley is now racing at British superbike events around the UK… and regularly finishing inside the top 10. Ross is in his rookie year and is often against experienced riders in their 20s, but this doesn’t seem to be an issue for him – nor do the speeds, which regularly top 130mph. It seems his talent is being noticed as Ross has now been invited to take part in the selection event for the British Talent Cup next month at the British Grand Prix.

If successful, he will have the opportunity to train under the guidance of former Grand Prix riders Alberto Puig and Jeremy McWilliams. Good luck Ross, from the WW! team!

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Rounders renaissance Rounders is experiencing a resurgence. Six years ago, the Shropshire rounders league started with just five teams; it’s now grown to 12 teams with over 120 players. Having started as Shrewsbury Recreational Rounders, the league is now sponsored

by Storage King Shrewsbury and managed by director Sarah Hopkins, who had a keen interest in the sport herself, saying, “Rounders is a fun sport, which some of the ladies haven’t played since school – it’s inclusive and accessible for everyone.”

To learn more about the league give them a like on Facebook: Shrewsbury Recreational Rounders League.

Athletes excel Ellie Humphries and Louix Tziortzis-Foskett from Much Wenlock have both qualified to represent Great Britain in the World Biathle Championships in Viveiro, Spain at the end of September. The qualification came hot on the heels of appearing in the European championships in Portgual in July, alongside Cameron Minifie from Bridgnorth who also represented GBR. The athletes all train with Northgate Swimming Club and Bridgnorth Athletics Club.

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