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The Strettons Podcast

Sian Lovegrove, Pete Johnson
Church Stretton
Shropshire Hills
Farming
Long Mynd
All Stretton
Little Stretton
Community Events
Mental Health
Cardington
Community Life
Terry Davies
Local Community
Affordable Housing
World War II
Shropshire Fidget
Acton Scott
Community Land Trust
Picklescott
Shropshire
Family

This podcast features the lives of the people who live in Church Stretton and villages in the Shropshire Hills.

It's a tourist area and we welcome visitors from all over the world to enjoy the Shropshire Hills National Landscape. You'll find our guests not only on top of the Long Mynd, but nursing a craft beer in a snug country pub or having coffee and cake in one of the tea rooms in town. Countl... more

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Latest Episodes

Jim Davies reflects on a lifetime in farming, from rebuilding Blackhurst Farm from dereliction to adapting through decades of change. With humour and honesty, he shares stories of family, hardship, and resilience, alongside memories of horses and tra... more

Mark shares a life shaped by farming roots, family, and hard work, from milking cows by hand as a child to running a rural taxi business. He reflects on loss, including a fire that destroyed treasured vintage tractors, and the realities of modern rur... more

This week we’ve been back up the hill to Picklescott where we’ve caught up with Nigel Morris, a third generation farmer at Wilrack Farm. Nigel tells us what it was like to grow up in a small village on top of a hill and what passed for entertainment ... more

We have a bit of a laugh with the kids who will eventually become the custodians of this land we love. We’re back at the food bank in the Parish Centre to learn how the situation has changed over the last year. Then it’s the Gardening Club Show in th... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Morris
Local farmer based in Church Stretton, later ran a rural taxi business
Church Stretton, Shropshire
Episode: Mark Morris of Church Stretton
Nigel Morris
Third generation farmer at Wilrack Farm
Wilrack Farm
Episode: Nigel Morris of Picklescott
David Riley
Contributor featured in the Remembrance Park segment
South Shropshire Remembrance Park
Episode: Long Mynd Zebras
Stuart Wright
Owner of Wrights Estate Agency
Wrights Estate Agency
Episode: Stuart Wright of Church Stretton
Keith Morris
Ex-Undertaker in Church Stretton
Family funeral business (fourth generation)
Episode: Keith Morris of Church Stretton
Sioned Morris
Young farmer, stock judging participant
Local Farm (unspecified)
Episode: Beef, burning houses and the butty van
Isla McCowan
Farmer from Lower Hill Farm, Wenlock Edge
Lower Hill Farm
Episode: Beef, burning houses and the butty van
Ron Cox
Local resident and former farmer
The Strettons Podcast episode
Episode: Ron Cox of Soudley
Malcolm Probert
Guest sharing memories of growing up in rural Shropshire and his flowering business
Episode: Malcolm Probert of Leebotwood

Hosts

Sian Lovegrove
Host of The Strettons Podcast; long-running presence with deep ties to local community and heritage storytelling.
Pete Johnson
Co-host focusing on local stories, community events, and interviews with residents.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Heartwarming podcast

    Such a lovely podcast about the characters and stories from our local area. Always makes me smile. Loved the interviews with the locals and their reminiscences of how life used to be- hope that John Parry is on your list? And thanks for the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    muddyhooves
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Colourful characters of The Stretton

    Some great South Shropshire characters and stories, but the pod could be so much better with a decent interviewer!

    A real failure to ask questions and very patronising at times.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TheLadyLich
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Relaxing and fun to listen to

    It’s just lovely listening to Sian and Pete about the daily happenings in The Strettons, normal people, everyday conversation, unconventionally simple, entertaining and refreshing!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gerrit H
    United Statesa year ago
  • Enjoyable listen

    I’ve really enjoyed listening to the interviews with the older folk of the area, it’s a great time capsule for the future

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helen Herdy
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant listen

    Great first episode. As a newbie to the strettons, been here 18 months, we are always trying to find out more about the area. As a listener to podcasts, radio, audible books etc this is a great way to find out up to date information about where we live on a platform of communication we love. Congratulations Siam and Pete

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LizzyAWest
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Critique on interviewer style, suggesting more probing questions.
Feels like a warm slice of everyday life in the area; great for newcomers.
Warm, community-focused storytelling that captures local life and memories.
Strong sense of place and character, with a good mix of guests and topics.

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Nigel Morris of Picklescott
Q: What about the future—robotics or continued milking by hand?
Robotics are being considered, but Nigel notes the challenge of keeping cows in the herd year-round and the potential trade-offs involved; the decision depends on Shonard and the family's approach to modernization.
Nigel Morris of Picklescott
Q: What has been the impact of milk price changes on the farm's finances?
Low milk prices in the 2000s strained the finances, prompting considerations of changes like robotics, while maintaining the family's commitment to keeping the farm in the area.
Nigel Morris of Picklescott
Q: Who runs the farm and how has ownership changed over the years?
The farm has stayed within the family across generations, with Nigel describing how his father, grandfather, and now the next generation maintain the business, balancing tradition with modern needs.
Mark Morris of Church Stretton
Q: What happened with Rita and how did you meet?
Mark recounts meeting Rita through a family connection and a sequence of events that led to a long marriage, highlighting the buoyant personal side of his life.
Mark Morris of Church Stretton
Q: So what sort of students were you? How would the teachers describe you?
Mark describes himself as not being built for sport, excelling in maths and technical drawing, and facing health constraints that affected participation in activities, giving insight into his school experience.

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The show highlights everyday life in a tight-knit rural region, weaving in stories from farmers, local tradespeople, historians, and community volunteers. Episodes spotlight market life, village events, heritage sites, and charitable initiatives, painting a warm portrait of family-owned farms, local crafts, and long-standing traditions that anchor the area. A standout feature is the strong community focus: intimate, long-form conversations with residents who illuminate local history, culture, and resilience, often tying micro-level stories to broader regional identity. Listeners are likely drawn to genuine, character-driven storytelling about rural life, local economies, and the social fabric that keeps these communities connected.

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Recent guests on The Strettons Podcast include:

1. Mark Morris
2. Nigel Morris
3. David Riley
4. Stuart Wright
5. Keith Morris
6. Sioned Morris
7. Isla McCowan
8. Ron Cox

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