Volunteers and wildlife group plant hedgerows
In January, despite the wet weather, a dozen volunteers from the local neighbourhood joined members of the Salisbury Wildlife…
Farming in Protected Landscapes programme extended for further year
Defra has announced that its Farming in Protected Landscapes programme has extended to run until March 2025. Originally, the…
Charity joins coalition aiming to protect the future of farming
Countryside charity, CPRE has joined farmers and environmental charities to agree on a set of principles for the future…
‘Three ways to cut families’ bills’
I HAVE a new arsenal in my small talk. It never fails to get people going and fills any…
Government gives up on air quality
At the end of January and flying in the face of public opinion and scientific research, environment secretary Therese…
Turning animal magic into a thriving business
Words and photo by Tristan Ovington. All artists take different journeys on their way to turning their hobby into a…
Kiln-fired handmade gifts really were love at first throw
Words and photo by Tristan Ovington. For Nikki Williams, the 55-year-old business owner of Pottery Moon Gifts, her first experience…
Laser-focused ethical business partners
Words and photo by Tristan Ovington. James Skinner, 31 and Claire Hayward, 30 own Willow Crafts New Forest where they…
More room for mums at Neonatal Unit thanks to the Stars Appeal
Every mum with a baby born prematurely or critically ill at Salisbury District Hospital can now stay by their…
Council confirms one-hour parking grace period for Blue Badge holders
Wiltshire Council has confirmed that it will implement a grace period for Blue Badge holders that will give them…