In this issue

This issue, we celebrate the lives of two outstanding, yet largely forgotten, aviatrices with Worcestershire connections: Sheila Scott OBE and Mary Webb Nicholson. We also lift the lid on a number of secret places in the county that played a special part in protecting a generation from the onslaught of World War II and we feature the Goldfish Club, the exclusive club that nobody wants to join.

Other features this issue include a more in-depth look at Stan Brotherton's book: Secret Evesham; we uncover the history of Worcester Vinegar Works, we discover all about juneberries; whether you’re allergic or intolerant to the food you eat; and if the summer has caused havoc with your skin, what you can do about it. We also explore a new type of rural living; we meet the new Headmaster of Malvern College: Keith Metcalfe; and we visit Dunstall Castle, a whimsical folly owned by the National Trust at Croome.

On The Charge Electric Vehicles; No Longer If, But When

The newspaper headline that Volvo is to cease production of internal combustion engine (ICE) only cars by 2019 raised awareness of their impending demise even more than the announcement by the French Government banning production of ICE cars by 2040 and India’s plans to ban sales of ICE cars from 2032. However, there’s no need to panic says ElectrAA founding member Dan Wild

2 mins

Drifting Around The Room In Leeds

Evesham-born Renaissance man Alistair McGowan talks to Gerald Heys about his latest project: an album of solo classical piano music

5 mins

An Inland Coast

It may be hard to believe, but we do have a slice of the seaside right here in Worcestershire. The Flashes, the southern pools of the Christopher Cadbury Wetland Reserve at Upton Warren in Wychbold hold a rare habitat. The underlying salt deposit, the Droitwich halite, was formed around 200 million years ago and subsequent underground brine extraction caused subsidence and consequent flooding. As a result, the saline pools of The Flashes and the salt marsh were born. Wendy Carter, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust’s Communications Manager, tells us more

2 mins

Broadway, Here We Come

Gerald Heys takes a trip on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway as they prepare to expand operations into Worcestershire 

5 mins

Artistic impression

Between February and June, there’s a rare opportunity to appreciate the work of several great English landscape painters, including David Cox, Joseph Turner and John Constable, during an exhibition at the Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum

3 mins

Talking Tesla

Malvern-based company director, Steve Oborne, has been the proud owner of a Tesla Model S 90D since October 2016. On a cold spring afternoon, he took Pippa Sanderson for a spin and grin

6 mins

A Celebration Of Worcester's Heritage

The Love Worcester Festival is back for another great year, celebrating Worcester’s wealth of heritage. With nine days of events and activities across some of Worcester’s most loved venues, as well as some hidden gems, it’s a great way to get to know the city better

2 mins

Armed To The Technological Teeth

Worried about going to the dentist? You may not have been for years, so now is the time to grit your teeth and go because twenty-first century dentists have an array of technology on hand to ensure your visit won’t leave you feeling down in the mouth

3 mins

Red Windsor A Discovered Gem

A relatively new variety of apple, with its roots in Worcestershire, is becoming increasingly popular due to its rich tangy taste. Ali Capper, Chairman NFU Horticulture & Potatoes Board from Stocks Farm in Suckley, tells us more

2 mins

Terrific Turmeric

Turmeric, a vibrant spice renowned across Asia for its multipurpose, nutritional qualities, is making an impact in the health and beauty industry in Worcestershire today

2 mins

Bright Ideas

Proper lighting makes it easier to enjoy our homes by creating the right ambience. Knowing which style and type of light and its location will make a significant difference to your home’s overall appeal. Worcestershire interior designer, Elaine Lewis, offers up top tips and 2017 trends for lighting your perfect home

3 mins

The Museum Of Royal Worcester's Wonderland

The Museum of Royal Worcester houses the world’s largest and most significant collection of Worcester porcelain and its associated archives. Philippa Tinsley, Consultant Curator, Museum of Royal Worcester, tells us more about several special, recently acquired items that illustrate the design process at Royal Worcester.

2 mins

Le Mot Juste

St James’ churchyard in West Malvern is the last resting place of the great polymath Peter Mark Roget, the author of the famous Thesaurus. Gerald Heys finds out more about him and why he was so celebrated . . . acclaimed . . . revered . . . renowned . . .

5 mins

Wine Tasting: A Beginner's Guide

Michele Longari, sommelier for the Greater Malvern Wine Society (GMWS) and Hay Wines, gives us the low down on the basic principles of wine tasting so that we can all look like pros

3 mins

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