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• We're not dead yet!

  ANDY KING stubbornly refuses to accept that Town's play-off dream is now dead, although he concedes a lack of ruthlessness could ultimately prove costly in the final shake up. read more

• Iford Manor, near Bradford on Avon

  Iford Manor is a Tudor house with a classical facade. The property, set in the peaceful Frome Valley, was once a centre of the flourishing Wiltshire woollen industry. read more

• A drive on the wild side

  The Longleat Estate attracts thousands of people every year and has something for all ages. Youngsters will love the animals in the safari park, which featured in the BBC series Animal Park last year, while older visitors will enjoy browsing round the stately home and gardens. read more

• Explore Wiltshire...

  There are plenty of different ways to take in the picturesque countryside of Wiltshire, so get out of your car and into the fresh air to experience the county at its best. read more

• The ghost village

  St Giles' Church, ImberVillagers were evacuated from Imber, on Salisbury Plain, 62 years ago to allow for military training during the Second World War. They have never been allowed to return to their homes... read more

• Mysterious stones

  The ancient site of Stonehenge is a Mecca for tourists, Pagans and Druids and each year, on Midsummer's Eve, thousands of people gather around the stone circle ready to watch the sun rise on the longest day of the year. read more

• Your guide to health and wellbeing

  THERE has been a huge rise in the use of complimentary therapies over the last few years, as people are no longer accepting that they 'just have to live' with certain conditions any more. read more

• Sale gives major boost to Kenny's headstone appeal

  Highworth market manager Keith Alexander who knew Kenny Brimson 76790-0THE CAMPAIGN to fund a headstone for a Highworth musician has received a £150 boost. read more

• It's festival time again!

  Marianne Faithful and Michael Palin are among those appearing at this year's Salisbury International Arts Festival, which features top names from the world of performance, literature and art. read more

• Tears for the Pope of the people

  Stuart Fegredo, above, lights a candle at Holy Rood Church in Groundwell Road 76803-10RELIGIOUS leaders in Swindon have spoken with fond affection of the lasting legacy of Pope John Paul II. As the faithful continued to pay their respects in St Peter's Square today, prayers were said across the town for the 84-year-old pontiff. read more

• Mini bikes branded a nuisance

  A man riding a mini bike through Penhill MINI moto racers are causing mayhem in Penhill. With the onset of warmer weather, fans of the mini bikes have started using the estate as a racetrack. read more

• Sale gives major boost to Kenny's headstone appeal

  Highworth market manager Keith Alexander who knew Kenny Brimson 76790-0THE CAMPAIGN to fund a headstone for a Highworth musician has received a £150 boost. read more

• The green revolution

  76766-46A project to encourage us to recycle has been launched by Swindon Council. ANTHONY OSBORNE looks at how we can all play our part. read more

• A painful journey for pensioner

  76782-94AN elderly woman was forced to make a painful walk to Swindon Council's offices as she was not sure whether she could park right outside. read more

• Wife beater told to expect prison

  A WOMAN bouncer was beaten by her husband after their whirlwind romance turned sour, a Swindon court was told. read more

• Two escape from wreckage with minor injuries

  76800-14A COLLISION involving three cars caused lengthy traffic tailbacks. Two people were treated for minor injuries after the accident on Great Western Way late on Saturday afternoon. read more

• Tears for the Pope of the people

  Stuart Fegredo, above, lights a candle at Holy Rood Church in Groundwell Road 76803-10TAMASH LAL and DAVE Andrew report on Swindon's reaction to the death of Pope John Paul II. read more

• Urchfont Manor, near Devizes

  Urchfont Manor is set in 10 acres of beautiful parkland in the heart of the Wiltshire Countryside, a few miles south of the historic market town of Devizes. read more

• Stourhead, near Warminster

  The stunning 40-hectare garden at Stourhead was created by the Hoare family, who were bankers, between 1741 and 1780. Sheets of water reflect specimen trees, shrubs and temples in a design inspired by classical painters such as Lorraine and Poussin. read more

• Got the Blues?

  DELTA Blues player Jim Tigwell is playing a concert in Highworth on Wednesday. read more

On this day: Wiltshire Archive