Wiltshire Life

Wiltshire Life is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year after serving the county since 1946. Every issue has features on places to go, country living, wildlife and nature, the best spots for food and drink, homes, gardens, theatre and music, local history and more- truly encompassing the wonderful culture that Wiltshire offers its residents. Alongside stunning photography and topical news, Wiltshire Life has interviews with leading county figures, updates from local charities and details of social events. If you’ve just moved to the county, or lived here your entire life, why not subscribe to Wiltshire Life magazine and celebrate our glorious and lively county?

Wiltshire Life

Enjoy a summer time adventure • Georgie Green says pack up a picnic, roll out the blanket and enjoy a summer’s day with family and friends in the glorious county countryside.

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AROUND THE COUNTY

A round up of the best events in August • From open air theatre and colourful carnival to circus that’s the stuff of childhood dreams

Atiqul Hoque • In May history was made in Salisbury when businessman Atiqul Hoque became the 762nd mayor of the city, and the first British Bangladeshi Muslim to take on the role. He explains when he first stepped foot in Salisbury he instantly felt at home.

Catherine Roper • Wiltshire’s new Chief Constable Catherine Roper has taken over a force in crisis after a damning inspector’s report placed it into special measures. But Gary Lawrence found a surprisingly upbeat woman on a mission when he met her.

Following a natural thread • Pippa Haynes artwork is inspired by the countryside around her home and a centuries old craft passed down through generations. Mary-Vere Parr.

Talking about treasure • Antique expert Marc Allum takes a look at an international arts and education charity with many branches here in the county. As one of its lecturers, he travels the world sharing his passion and knowledge from Malmesbury to New Zealand, a fascination for the past is shared across nations.

In the firing line • Engineer Kevin Meade turned a lifelong fascination with guns into an explosive hobby – he makes cannons. His new side-line has made him a cult figure and led to him taking part in a major BBC drama. Gary Lawrence went to meet him.

Creating a business of belief • For six years The Platform Project in Swindon has been changing young peoples’ lives. Gary Lawrence met Sadie Sharp, its founder and driving force.

Communicating comes naturally • Natalie Sherman built an entirely new kind of media company in Naturally Social in Corsham despite many doubters. Then it almost all went wrong. She told Gary Lawrence what happened and how she survived.

Scattering the wild seeds of success • You could say that the Bright Seeds family firm is a growing business in every sense of the word. For more than 30 years they have been supplying wildflower and conservation seeds transforming the county’s countryside and beyond. Mary-Vere Parr pays a visit to their new headquarters in Fovant.

Georgian grandeur • Influenced by the classic architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, Georgian buildings are a known for their symmetry, elegance, natural light and clean lines. Stephen Roberts takes a look at a few fine examples to seek out and discover here in the county.

CHRONOLOGY

Step in the right direction • Walking is simple, free, easy and one of the most accessible forms of physical activity - and we don’t need to walk far or fast to benefit from the effect. Alex Muse from Wiltshire Council’s sports development team looks at all the opportunities to join a walking group near you.

The beautiful game at a slower pace • England’s recent 7-0 win over Northern Macedonia may have seemed like a walk...