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PaperBridge unveiled at Lakes Culture’s Lakes Ignite in the Lake District

PaperBridge – a unique large-scale temporary installation made entirely from bright red paper, traversing a flowing river at the foot of Helvellyn, in the Lake District, was unveiled on Friday…

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International N Gauge Show September 2015

The 2015 International N Gauge Show is shaping up to be the largest show to date, and remains totally N Gauge! To date 40 specialist suppliers and 31 layouts…

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British Sandwich Week and Amazingly Tasty Pickles

With British Sandwich Week just around the corner, it’s perhaps time to brighten up our butties with some interesting accompaniments. Fine food producer Opies has a range of speciality pickles…

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Things to do for Doctor Who Fans

Some TV programmes, books and films seem to attract the most passionate and star-struck fans. Twilight has its twi-hards, Potter fans mass at every book and film opening while many…

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Waterloo 200 £1.1m Funding by UK Government Announced at 11 Downing Street Reception

Teachers and Descendants from across the UK attended an event at Number 11 Downing Street, invited by the Chancellor on Thursday 19th March to mark the launch of the 200th…

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Tribute to Queen with Norfolk Church Restoration

A church in Norfolk had a £12,000 window restoration to mark Queen Elizabeth II’s diamond jubilee in 2012. Her 60th year as Britain’s leading monarch was celebrated around the country…

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Martin Brundle’s ultimate 2015 circuit brought to life by Scalextric

Commissioned by Sky Sports , the only place fans can watch all 20 Formula One™ weekends live, the impressive 9m by 9m track features parts from all 20 circuits on…

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Limited Edition home fragrance calorie-free Easter gift

Creamy notes of sweet cocoa brightened by the zesty tones of fresh orange… this is the scent of a calorie-free Easter gift, freshly blended and hand-poured in Wiltshire by The…

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The UK’s Loved and Hated Brands Revealed By New Research

UK takes Amazon to heart; it’s a love/hate relationship with Facebook; political parties take the ‘hate’ vote. London ad agency isobel has conducted timely research to establish the UK’s most…

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Many people are turning to the TV to get through winter blues

Home-loving Britons say that cosying up in front of the TV is their perfect antidote to winter, yet surprisingly this may be one of the reasons why many of us…

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General Travel

New guests enjoy stay at Gulliver’s Swizzels themed suite

Sweet lovers can now spend the night surrounded by their favourite nostalgic treats following the launch of Gulliver's Warrington Hotel's first ever Swizzels Sweetie Suite. Gulliver's has been working with…

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Study shows a busy village pub is a sign of thriving rural community

For the first time, the positive impact of pubs on rural communities in England has been measured using a scientific approach. Rural pubs, such as TV’s The Woolpack, are a…

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Downton Abbey Costumes at Lady Lever Art Gallery

A stylish new exhibition showcases ten exquisite outfits created for ITV's Downton Abbey television series. Glamorous gowns worn by much-loved characters, including the Dowager Countess of Grantham, Lady Mary and…

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Experience Your Own Slice Of Downton At Goldsborough Hall

You don’t have to wait too long to get your fix of Downton Abbey –treat yourself to a stay at the majestic Goldsborough Hall and you can live life like…

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