Fifteen facts you didn't know about ShropshireIt's one of the most picturesque counties in Britain, yet is one of the least well-known. Visitors are often delighted at the choice of activities available in Shropshire. Steeped in history and culture, tourists come to Shropshire to see the country's incredible past. Here are fifteen interesting bitesize facts that may astound you, even if you've lived all your life in this wonderful county.
Get loved up for Valentine 2012First established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD, Valentine's Day celebrates St. Valentine, a Christian priest and martyr who lived in Rome. From the 14th century the saint became linked to love and romance, and today the fourteenth of February is marked with the sending of cards, flowers and gifts to loved ones. This Valentine's day, why not celebrate by taking your loved one to an event near you.
The Witchcraft Trials of EssexEssex is infamous with its involvement in the witchcraft trials that took place around 400 years ago. We look at case histories and the accusations that caused mass hysteria, showing the amazing stories behind the considerable loss of life.
Hay on Wye - Town of BooksIf you're a book lover, a trip to the small Welsh border town of Hay on Wye is a must. At the last count, the town boasted 30 bookshops and attracts visitors from all over the world. We discover the town, its bookshops and its often eccentric history.