WR magazine Worcestershire - Spring 2017

In this issue

In this issue, we discover the crucial role Malvern played in winning the war through the efforts of the boffins at the Telecommunications Research Establishment (TRE).

We also explore the extraordinary and progressive achievements of former Prime Minister and Bewdley MP, Stanley Baldwin who, in the 1920s and 30s, steered Britain through some very turbulent times; and we chat with his grandson, the 4th Earl Baldwin of Bewdley who, under the patronage of Theresa May, is preparing to launch the Stanley Baldwin Statue Appeal.

Kidderminster’s Rowland Hill, who invented the Penny Black, is given the stamp of approval; while TV and radio presenter, James O’Brien, shares his experiences of life behind the mic and growing up in the carpet town.

We also analyse the county’s diverse range of dialects with the help of Worcester University; celebrate the city’s heritage with the Love Worcester Festival, uncover the heritage of the Malvern Hills through the MHDC’s new Route to the Hills project and investigate the spa town’s connection with Bohemia.

We learn about Worcestershire Wildlife Trust’s work to encourage an appreciation of our natural environment and, bang up to date, we have a ride in a Tesla and discover what’s new in the exciting world of electric vehicles.

And if wanderlust is pulling at you to venture out of the county, check out Exodus Travels’ article, which will surely whet your appetite.

Plus, we have some great articles on prosecco (always good), gardening, health and much more. . . .

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

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

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

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WR magazine is Worcestershire’s own ABC lifestyle magazine reflecting the culture, heritage and modernity of the UK county.