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Pubs ready for Welsh influx as border forces half of village to stay closed

Pubs ready for Welsh influx as border forces half of village to stay closed

They are separated by no more than 100 metres but on Saturday the Bradford Arms will be serving customers with their first pints in months while the Dolphin’s doors will remain shut.

Severn Valley Railway launches new films in absence of 1940s event

Severn Valley Railway launches new films in absence of 1940s event

The group behind a popular heritage railway 1940s event has come up with a new way to entertain people because of this year's cancellations.

Prince Charles records message to support Wales’ bid to host Worldchefs contest

Prince Charles records message to support Wales’ bid to host Worldchefs contest

Prince Charles has recorded a video message to support Wales’ bid to host the Worldchefs Congress and Expo in 2024.

Shrewsbury Flower Show goes online with virtual event

Shrewsbury Flower Show goes online with virtual event

The Shrewsbury Flower Show is going online after the event was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Back to school at Ironbridge Gorge Museum as attraction prepares to reopen

Back to school at Ironbridge Gorge Museum as attraction prepares to reopen

The reopening of a major county museum will give families the chance to enjoy an educational day out – and shake off lockdown lethargy with a return to the classroom.

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Music

Ellie Goulding talks UK tour and new album ahead of Birmingham show

Ellie Goulding talks UK tour and new album ahead of Birmingham show

Global superstar Ellie Goulding is hitting the road for her Brightest Blue Tour – a special intimate run of dates set to hit the UK and Ireland in April and May 2021.

Quireboys' Spike celebrating three decades since hit album and love for the Black Country

Quireboys' Spike celebrating three decades since hit album and love for the Black Country

When The Quireboys’ frontman Spike speaks, it’s plainly clear he hails from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The accent is distinct, his place of birth unmistakeable. Yet there’s another town that features just as prominently in Spike’s story: Bilston.

Biggest single of the year so far revealed

Biggest single of the year so far revealed

Lewis Capaldi, Dua Lipa and Roddy Ricch all feature in the list.

Dalai Lama, Inner World - album review

Dalai Lama, Inner World - album review

To say Inner World is probably the best debut album by an octogenarian you’ll hear this year is underplaying its quality.

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Dining Out

GALLERY: Ale flows as punters return to pubs across Shropshire

GALLERY: Ale flows as punters return to pubs across Shropshire

The first pints have been poured at pubs in Shropshire which can now reopen following months of closure.

Lockdown food reviews: Dough and Oil still not putting a foot wrong

Lockdown food reviews: Dough and Oil still not putting a foot wrong

Food writer Andy Richardson is full of praise for the tasty pizzas and completely enamoured of a very, very naughty Eton mess.

Top beer gardens in the region to enjoy as pubs reopen

Top beer gardens in the region to enjoy as pubs reopen

Pubs are back, and their gardens will never have been so popular. Here are some across the region that are well worth travelling to see.

Hardest of times but there is light now: Restaurants gear up to reopen

Hardest of times but there is light now: Restaurants gear up to reopen

The fourth of July is a key date in the diary for the Phillips family.

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Attractions

Thousands flock to museums and tourist spots after lockdown eased

Thousands flock to museums and tourist spots after lockdown eased

Thousands flocked to some of Shropshire's favourite museums and tourist attractions to enjoy a spot of culture after lockdown restrictions were eased.

Dorothy Clive Garden to open for an hour of serenity

Dorothy Clive Garden to open for an hour of serenity

A garden famed for its beauty and tranquillity will open an hour earlier for people who are vulnerable or shielding.

Priority playareas in Telford to reopen within days with distancing rules

Priority playareas in Telford to reopen within days with distancing rules

Just five out of more than 100 playareas in will reopen next week in Telford and Wrekin under a phased programme due to updated social distancing rules.

Legoland ‘relying’ on visitors to follow new hygiene rules

Legoland ‘relying’ on visitors to follow new hygiene rules

The Windsor attraction reopens on Saturday for the first time in three-and-a-half months.

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In Photos

GALLERY: Ale flows as punters return to pubs across Shropshire

Smart change of focus for Telford photographer’s lockdown strategy

Student gets creative in celebration of Pride month

In pictures: Crowds flock to Shropshire antiques fair for first event since lockdown

GALLERY: Animals have fun in the sun at West Midland Safari Park

Sheer delight as doors open at attractions

Theatre & Comedy

Shrewsbury drama group launches new online initiative

Shrewsbury drama group launches new online initiative

A children's drama group has launched a new 'fly on the wall' initiative to encourage shy children to take the first step into a class.

£10,000 playwright bursary opens in South Shropshire

£10,000 playwright bursary opens in South Shropshire

A rural theatre company in South Shropshire has opened a £10,000 residential bursary for an up-and-coming playwright.

Theatre Theatre Theatre: Social media campaign highlights plight of the arts

Theatre Theatre Theatre: Social media campaign highlights plight of the arts

Actors including Danny Mays, Tamzin Outhwaite and Carrie Hope Fletcher have been sending a message to culture secretary Oliver Dowden.

RuPaul's Drag Race star Jujubee to bring new show to Birmingham

RuPaul's Drag Race star Jujubee to bring new show to Birmingham

RuPaul's Drag Race star Jujubee will perform in Birmingham later this year.

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