Specialist plants centre Love Plants in Shrewsbury reported record sales during March as gardeners began preparing for the new growing season.

A specialist plants centre in Shrewsbury is advising homeowners to survey closely old trees in their gardens for signs of damage following Storms Ciara and Dennis which left a trail of destruction around the country.

Shropshire-based dealership Salop Leisure has reported a 57 per cent increase in motorhome sales since January compared to the same period last year.

Shrewsbury Flower Show provides a perfect platform to showcase quality products for the holiday and leisure market and gardens, says one of the event’s main sponsors.

Shropshire’s next generation of budding gardeners are being given the chance to assist in creating the popular Floral Train at this year’s Shrewsbury Flower Show.

Inspired by a life of love and heart break, Roy Orbison, who would have been 83 this year, is arguably one of the greatest musicians and songwriters of all time.

Generous customers attending this year’s successful West Midlands Caravan, Motorhome and Destinations Show in Shrewsbury helped to raise more than £600 for mental health charity Shropshire Mind.

Despite Storm Gareth’s best efforts, Spring is bursting into action and spurring everyone to consider enjoying the health benefits of outdoor activities.

Salop Leisure’s sales executive Paul Simpson recorded the most sales of Diamondbrite paint and upholstery protection for motorhomes, caravans and campervans at the recent Motorhome and Caravan Show at the NEC, Birmingham.

Customers travelled from as far away as Kent to place orders for new touring caravans with experienced sales executive George Harris at the Motorhome and Caravan Show at the NEC, Birmingham.