As an Olympic and Commonwealth gold medallist on the track and a key member of Team Sky’s collective on the road, Geraint Thomas knows, and loves, his bikes. He also knows what it’s like to have an expensive one stolen. “I’ve had a couple of bikes nicked, actually,” he says. “The worst one was when [...]
Animal Cafés have started to appear in London over the last couple of years and have proved a huge hit as people across the capital are flocking to cat, dog and even bird cafés and going crazy for this new trend. Enjoying delicious food, tea and coffee with a cat on your lap sounds perfect [...]
Break out the rations, pin up those victory curls and join in the celebrations of Second World War secrets and stories at National Trust’s Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe in September. The fabulous Wartime Weekend, is set to be bigger than ever as Hughenden’s popular forties experience returns on 12 and 13 September 2015. Visitors can [...]
Making cocktails at home has never been more popular thanks to most supermarkets having all you need to create a well-stocked bar at home, be it bitters or mixers. So enjoy one of these lovely libations, Whether you're poison is gin, vodka or rum, whip up a cool cocktail in minutes with these refreshing summer [...]
‘Summer time and the livin’ is easy’ …but are your feet up to it? The College of encourages us to put our best foot forward by taking a peek at our feet and getting them summer-ready. |Every year they choose a theme and this years is walking. Our feet carry us some 150,000 miles in [...]
I’m sure we have all had that feeling and desperate for some new clothes, in that ever so difficult, smart casual range I decided it was time to head. off to John Lewis in High Wycombe. But this was no ordinary shopping expedition as I decided to treat myself and had booked an appointment with [...]
What’s new? A new Mustang is news in itself, as it is one of the most iconic sports cars ever made and has a loyal following on both sides of the pond. But this sixth-generation model is something more than that, because it has been designed to work in Europe - and even the UK [...]
Summer is here and let’s hope we will get to enjoy some hot and sunny weather! Whilst we might enjoy a heatwave, our four-legged friends may not. Here are five top tips to ensure your dog enjoys the summer too! Shield delicate skin. Did you know that skin cancer is the most common form of [...]
Walk to Remember (formerly Walk Ten) is Marie Curie’s flagship mass participation event. Every summer Marie Curie hosts a series of 10k walks at a number of stunning locations across the UK. Each walk is followed by a picnic and entertainment, including fireworks/fire shows at most locations. The most poignant moment is at 10pm, when [...]
The summer is finally here, which means BBQs and jetting off to sunny destinations for that well deserved R&R. Unfortunately though, hot weather can be difficult for the body to adjust to. It’s important to take measures before sun exposure to avoid dehydration, sunburn, bites and even sunstroke. Below I have listed some essential homeopathic [...]