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Severn Lives

Severn Lives

Von: Polly Lovegrove
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Severn Lives is a podcast that celebrates the people and stories of the River Severn in Mid Wales. Hosted by Polly Lovegrove, each episode is a warm and thoughtful conversation with someone who has lived and worked in the Severn valley. Guests include farmers, teachers, artists, artisans, naturalists and lifelong locals who share their memories and reflections on how the area has changed since they were young. Many of Polly’s guests are people who rarely step into the spotlight. They live quietly, often in remote areas, yet when invited to talk, they reveal a deep connection to the land and to the communities that have grown up along the river. Their voices offer a window into a way of life that is slowly changing, yet still deeply rooted in place.


Severn Lives is both a living archive and a celebration of these often overlooked voices. It offers listeners the chance to hear directly from those who know the Severn valley best, in their own words, capturing the character, warmth and wisdom of the people who call this part of Mid Wales home.


If you know someone who would be interesting to talk to, please get in touch.

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  • Karl Wigley: From Rock Bottom to Lifeline. Building a Community That Heals

    Karl Wigley: From Rock Bottom to Lifeline. Building a Community That Heals
    Apr 27 2026

    In today’s episode, I sit down with Karl Wigley from Caersws, who’s recently been featured in the local press, to talk about the powerful well-being group he founded after his own struggles with mental health and serious illness. What began in late 2024 as a small effort to support friends has grown into a vital community network, bringing people together each week for walks, conversations, and workshops, while also offering support to those in crisis. Karl shares how his personal journey from hitting rock bottom to finding purpose helping others has shaped his mission to create a space where people can move beyond just surviving and start truly thriving.

    Producer

    Polly Lovegrove


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    pollylovegrovephotography@gmail.com

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    11 Min.
  • Ivy Evans: Tales from the Golden Mile in Rural Wales

    Ivy Evans: Tales from the Golden Mile in Rural Wales
    Apr 13 2026

    Welcome to the podcast. Today, I’m on the Golden Mile in rural Wales, near Cefn Coch, where I’m speaking with the wonderfully warm and inspiring Ivy Evans.


    Ivy has lived in the farmhouse for over seventy years. Her garden is brimming with flowers and unusual plants, and countless bird boxes that invite wildlife to thrive all around her. Ivy has a deep love and understanding of nature, animals & gardening. She brings her passion indoors too, crafting beautiful flower arrangements to gift to others.


    Ivy’s spark shines through, she’s full of energy, laughter, and has a quietly mischievous sense of humour.


    Join me as we step into Ivy’s world on the Golden Mile.

    Producer

    Polly Lovegrove


    Get in touch with us

    pollylovegrovephotography@gmail.com

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    24 Min.
  • Norman Woodcock: From Tree-Top Revision to Bus-Stop Romance: 64 Years of Love, Life, and Little Coincidences

    Norman Woodcock: From Tree-Top Revision to Bus-Stop Romance: 64 Years of Love, Life, and Little Coincidences
    Mar 30 2026

    From growing up in a South Wales mining village, to teaching rural science in Mid Wales, Norman Woodcock's life was shaped by hard work, resilience, and unexpected turns. But at the heart of it all is something even more enduring. It began with a glance at a young redhead on a bus, a simple introduction, and a first date when she was just 17 and he was 19. From those modest beginnings grew a partnership that has lasted a lifetime.


    This is a story of changing times, of life in rural Wales, and above all, of a marriage that has stood strong for 64 years.

    Producer

    Polly Lovegrove


    Get in touch with us

    pollylovegrovephotography@gmail.com

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    22 Min.
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