Britain’s favourite butterfly revealed in landmark poll – can you help with this year’s poll?
The nation has spoken and crowned the Peacock Britain’s Favourite Butterfly in a landmark poll. Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has today revealed that the colourful Peacock has beaten off fierce competition from a colourful cast of species to take the top spot as Britain’s Favourite Butterfly. Topping the first-ever vote... moreChristies arts sales – whats coming up summer 2026
LONDON – This June, Christie’s will present its Post-War to Present sales as part of the London Summer Season, an annual celebration of the city’s dynamic cultural scene. Bringing together exceptional private collections alongside a vibrant programme of exhibitions, collaborations and creative initiatives across our galleries, Christie’s Summer Season is... moreOpen Farm Sunday on June 7 – find a farm to take the family!
Since launching in 2006, Open Farm Sunday has given over 3.5 million people the opportunity to visit working farms, meet the people who produce their food and learn more about the vital role farming plays in the environment, the economy and rural communities. Visit the Open Farm Sunday website to find... moreLondon Gallery Weekend is Here! 5-7 June…
This weekend more than 120 galleries across central, south east and east London will open their doors for a cutt-wide weekend of exhibitions, curates routes, live tours and special events. Whether youpre planning a full weekend or a single afternoon here’s everything you need to know to get started: Find... moreBleinham Palace Festival line up announced
Blenheim Palace Festival, the highly anticipated new festival set against the breathtaking backdrop of one of Britain’s most iconic palaces, has today announced that Appleton and The Mariachis will join multi-GRAMMY Award-winning superstar Michael Bublé as support acts on Saturday 4 July 2026. Also joining the line-up is emerging singer-songwriter Ruti, who... more
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Christies arts sales – whats coming up summer 2026
LONDON – This June, Christie’s will present its Post-War to Present sales as part of the London Summer Season, an …
Christie’s to auction Outstanding works from The Collection of The Hon. Patrick and Lady Amabel Lindsay between June and October
London – Outstanding works from The Collection of The Hon. Patrick and Lady Amabel Lindsay will be presented across a …
Open Farm Sunday on June 7 – find a farm to take the family!
Since launching in 2006, Open Farm Sunday has given over 3.5 million people the opportunity to visit working farms, meet …
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London Gallery Weekend is Here! 5-7 June…
This weekend more than 120 galleries across central, south east and east London will open their doors for a cutt-wide …
Bleinham Palace Festival line up announced
Blenheim Palace Festival, the highly anticipated new festival set against the breathtaking backdrop of one of Britain’s most iconic palaces, has …
A bumper weekend of dance, live and classical music at Stonor Park
World-class talent coming to Henley-on-Thames this weekend includes Café Mambo Ibiza with DJs Danny Howard, Riton, Disciples and more, the …
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Popular Waltham Cross pub set to reopen with stunning new look
POPULAR WALTHAM CROSS PUB SET TO RE-OPEN WITH STUNNING NEW LOOK The Goffs Oak is currently undergoing a stunning refurbishment and is set to re-open to guests with a whole new look on Saturday 2nd July. The Goffs Oak, located in Waltham Cross, is undergoing a significant makeover that... …
It’s hot in Spain and even hotter at Sadler’s Wells – the Flamenco Festival returns
Flamenco Festival returns to Sadler’s Wells The capital’s hottest dance event returns this summer with twelve dance and music shows Dance …Modern slavery is thriving in Berkshire, reveals a police speaker at the Together for Woman lunch attended by Theresa May
The ‘Together for Women’ fund and initiative, launched in 2019 by Berkshire Community Foundation, aims to bring together women to …The Bell – Aston Clinton – refurbishment heralds the return of fine dining at the famous pub
Circa 40 years ago pubs were mostly about drinking alcohol. It was near impossible to get a decent glass of …Fine dining is edgy and wonderful at Smith’s Bar & Restaurant in London’s Paddington
Smith’s Bar and Grill is described as a traditional British and modern-European eatery with a modern edge. Located in …Jaguars at Gaydon celebrates 25th anniversary of the XK8
‘Jaguars at Gaydon’ celebrates two key milestone anniversaries! The British Motor Museum will host ‘Jaguars at Gaydon’ on 4 September …
Famous literary family, the Sitwells, put contents of Weston Hall up for auction
The contents of Weston Hal1, home of the famous Sitwell library family for more than 300 years, are to be …Amersham’s newest restaurant revealed – Pluma serving Spain’s finest tapas
Amersham’s newest restaurant, Pluma, is co-founded by local Spanish/British couple Charlie and Arantxa. It’s a brand new site on the …Review: The Greene Oak, Oakley Green, Windsor
The Greene Oak is a gastro pub gem slightly off the beaten-track – even though its right next to the …Where a stiff drink can make all the difference to our political views!
There is not much to laugh about in UK politics today. Its a mess. Our leaders so called are in …Hallmark – 3* & 4* hotels in great places
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London Gallery Weekend is Here! 5-7 June…
This weekend more than 120 galleries across central, south east and east London will open their doors for a cutt-wide …Read More »Bleinham Palace Festival line up announced
Blenheim Palace Festival, the highly anticipated new festival set against the breathtaking backdrop of one of Britain’s most iconic palaces, has …Read More »
Popular Waltham Cross pub set to reopen with stunning new look
POPULAR WALTHAM CROSS PUB SET TO RE-OPEN WITH STUNNING NEW LOOK The Goffs Oak is currently undergoing a stunning …Read More »
