Heather Large

2 weeks ago | expressandstar.com | Heather Large

From fishing and gardening to woodcraft and conservation and wildlife and creative crafts, The Albrighton Trust caters for everyone, regardless of their disability or capability, from across the region. The charity has recently been awarded the prestigious King's Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS), the highest accolade presented to volunteer groups in the UK, and a celebration event in honour of the achievement is taking place this month (June).

3 weeks ago | expressandstar.com | Heather Large

What started as a hobby soon became a passion and has since grown into a thriving business, Noah’s Art. “It all started in 2014 when I was 11 days overdue with my eldest son and I was really bored,” explains Sarah, who lives in Bearwood with her husband Andrew and two children, Noah and Jacob. “At the time, I had been going through a difficult pregnancy – at the 20 week scan we were given the option of a termination due to concerns that our baby could have a rare genetic disorder.

3 weeks ago | shropshirestar.com | Heather Large

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Her latest novel, The Final Wife, opens with Luke Whitney having been stabbed to death and his wife Anna confessing after she is found next to his body. But when she can’t confirm any details of the crime, detectives suspect she isn’t telling the truth. “The police try to find out who she is protecting. They didn’t have any kids so there isn’t anyone obvious she could be protecting,” explains Jenny.

3 weeks ago | shropshirestar.com | Heather Large

Among them is Eclectica in Mill Street which sells a curated collection of clothing and accessories for customers who are looking for something a bit different. The shop, located within a Grade-2 listed building near the castle, first opened its doors in November 2016. Since then it has built a loyal customer base of local residents and regularly attracts shoppers from further afield.

3 weeks ago | shropshirestar.com | Heather Large

Visitors to Ludlow have long-admired its rich architectural and historical heritage, from the many Georgian and half-timbered properties to the medieval castle ruins. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565But once a year, the spotlight gets turned on the town’s most impressive gardens as part of an annual fundraiser. Ludlow Secret Gardens invites people to go behind the gates to explore private horticultural havens that are usually hidden from view.