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Two new beneficiaries announced for The Conscious Travel Foundation’s Community Impact Fund
Two new beneficiaries announced for The Conscious Travel Foundation’s Community Impact Fund Fundación Green Apple and Making Trax Foundation to receive three years of funding and support to drive inclusive tourism and environmental innovation Media kit here April 2025: The Conscious Travel
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Email Marketing Agency Celebrates 5 Years with Senior Hire and impressive year-on-year growth
29th April 2025, UK: Acquirz, the award-winning B2B data solutions and email marketing agency is marking five years in business with the appointment of Vickie Stacey as Head of Data Operations. The milestone follows remarkable growth and a raft of strategic hires - including several senior…
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Local Agency Celebrates Five Years with Senior Hire and impressive year-on-year growth
29th April 2025, Cheltenham: Acquirz, the award-winning B2B data solutions and email marketing agency is marking five years in business with the appointment of Vickie Stacey as Head of Data Operations. The milestone follows remarkable growth and a raft of strategic hires - including several senior…
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Two more join the WSP Solicitors’ team
Leading Gloucestershire law firm, WSP Solicitors has announced the appointments of two new solicitors, Nafeesa Hussain and Destiny Keville, as demand for services continues to rise and the firm sets its sights on sustained growth. WSP Solicitors, which has been present in the county for over 26…
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Local Cancer Survivor Receives Royal Invitation
Hope for Tomorrow charity’s vital cancer care work supported over 2,500 patients in West Suffolk and more than 4,000 in East Suffolk and North Essex last year 29 April 2025, Kent: Rachel Mann, a breast cancer survivor from Great Waldingfield in Sudbury, Suffolk, has been invited by pioneering
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TRUMP MANIA: Surrey Tops UK’s Most Trump-Obsessed County
TRUMP MANIA: Surrey Tops UK’s Most Trump-Obsessed County Could Trump Mania be the answer to local election success? 29th April 2025, United Kingdom: Surrey has been crowned the most Donald Trump obsessed county in the UK according to new research marking the 100th day in the controversial…
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No Mow May? Why Smarter Lawn Care Helps Wildlife All Year Long
Why No Mow May doesn’t mean a month off for your mower – and what to do instead to create a biodiverse garden year-round As “No Mow May” sweeps the UK’s gardening calendar, many homeowners are letting lawns grow wild for a month to help wildlife. But while the campaign’s intention is…
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From Scandi calm to Mediterranean sun – explore trending garden decor with the latest outdoor furniture range from Hillier
Hillier Garden Centres is welcoming the summer season in style with the launch of its 2025 outdoor furniture collection – created to help everyone design their perfect garden escape, no matter their aesthetic or available space. Whether it’s a peaceful corner to relax with a book, a sun-soaked…
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Roper Rhodes Unveils Updated Hampton Collection for 2025
Luxury bathroom specialists Roper Rhodes have updated their timeless Hampton Collection for 2025. The traditional, Shaker-style range of vanity units, sanitaryware and bathroom accessories is now available in two new colourways: Matt Sage Green and Matt Black. And while the colour options may have…
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Feathered fun at Newhaven Fort with WWII-themed falconry event
Newhaven Fort is inviting visitors to marvel at stunning falconry displays this spring as it hosts a special Falconry in WWII: The Feathered Frontier event on Sunday 11 May. As part of its 2025 events calendar, the East Sussex attraction will host the UK’s longest-established historic falconers…
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Hundreds to benefit as McPhillips Community Fund awards new grants
Hundreds of people, from primary school children to pensioners, are set to benefit from a pioneering community fund launched in Shropshire. McPhillips, the county’s largest construction company, is the first business in Shropshire to launch a dedicated grant scheme with the Shropshire Community…
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The London Card Show Announces Biggest-Ever Event, Set for ExCeL London 2026
After a string of sell-out successes, the London Card Show is going supersized, announcing its biggest show yet at ExCeL London - one of the UK’s largest exhibition venues - in April 2026. This milestone move not only underscores the show’s record-breaking growth but also cements its status as…
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Pod goals: Whitemead Forest Park reveals glamping glow-up
Whitemead Forest Park, a woodland getaway in the heart of the Forest of Dean, has unveiled major upgrades to its glamping accommodation in time for the summer season. Approximately £95,000 has been invested in refurbishing four Megapod Deluxes and 11 Megapod Premiers in The Hollow, a charming…
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TOG24 collaborates with Yorkshire illustrators for summer 25
For the second year in a row, TOG24 has collaborated with three Yorkshire illustrators and graphic designers for its Summer '25 collection. The husband-and-wife team that make up Studio Wald, along with graphic designer Hattie Clark, both based in Leeds, and Joseph Cox, based in Hull, were invited…
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Discover the Pattern Possibilities of Porcelain Superstore's New Avoca Tiles
With its undulating surface and rich, glossy finish, homeowners are going to find it difficult to keep their hands off Porcelain Superstore’s latest wall tile collection. Introducing Avoca. Available in two subtle colourways, White and Blue, Avoca is a stunning combination of rustic elegance. A…
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New Kandinsky-Inspired Wallcoverings Launch at Beautiful Walls
Art lovers who want to bring the style of celebrated Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky into the home can now do so, without having to spend millions of pounds on an original piece. That’s because family-run wallpaper retailer Beautiful Walls has introduced a new collection in homage to the…
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Stone-Effect Tiles Emulate Mallorca's Dramatic Landscape
Dreaming of escaping it all and hot footing it to the Balearics? Now, thanks to The Baked Tile Company, you don’t have to. The independent tile retailer has just launched a new stone-effect tile inspired by the rugged beauty of the Lithica quarry in Mallorca. Named Lithica Stone Ivory, the…
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Old Sage Green and Whey White Crowned Thorndown's Best-Selling Paint Colours of 2024
Heritage colours are in, according to new research from eco paint brand Thorndown. Analysis of sales of their 2.5-litre tins of exterior wood and interior wall paint show classic shades dominated in 2024. Wood paint sales were topped by Old Sage Green, an elegant silvery grey green colour that has…
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From Bedroom to Bath: By Haleys' Textural Mural Inspires Any Space
Rich textures and bold mark making come together in a striking wall mural from family-run design house By Haleys. Capturing the rawness of nature using shades of pink, sage and amber, Eden in Honey depicts an enchanting wilderness of luscious greenery. Wild and free, it is a dynamic design that will…
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No Wilt, All Wonder: Habulous' Ceramic Flowers Offer a Timeless Gift Solution
A bouquet of flowers is a wonderful present for any occasion. But those looking to gift a floral arrangement that will stay fresh forever need look no further than British stoneware specialist Habulous. The artisan brand has created a range of Ceramic Flower Stems which allows people to create their…
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Durable Design Meets Outdoor Elegance: Forest Garden's New Collection for Spring/Summer 2025 Arrives
Forest Garden, the UK’s leading manufacturer and distributor of wooden garden furniture, has launched a new seating and dining collection for Spring Summer 2025. Crafted from the finest sustainable timber, Forest Garden’s new furnishings have been designed to not only wow on the aesthetic front…
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Summer Savings: Heating Costs Still a Concern
With the mercury rising and summer on the horizon, homeowners may feel they can stop thinking about their heating bills. But according to the experts at UKRadiators.com, as the weather warms, some homeowners are making mistakes that could lead to rising heating bills. Rob Nezard, Managing Director…
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Psst. Why May 11 is the Best Day to Spy on the World’s Oldest Topiary Garden
Feeling bushed by overseas travel? Have a burning desire to get outdoors and see something sensational in the UK? Perhaps a visit to the world’s oldest topiary garden and an entrée into the world of topiary tourism is required? Well, there’s no better time than mid-May. That’s when…
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Levens Hall and Gardens Embarks on Secrets Mission Inspired by Mysterious Founder
Levens Hall and Gardens is undertaking a secret mission to spread the love of topiary further than ever, by exchanging secrets with other world topiary gardens. The South Lakes venue, Cumbria’s Small Visitor Attraction of the Year, is turning its World Topiary Day celebration for 2025 into one…
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The Secret Story Behind World Topiary Day
A Cumbrian historic house and gardens is preparing to celebrate the fifth edition of a day that has brought gardens around the world together in a shared celebration of the art of topiary and also made ‘topiary tourism’ a very real phenomenon. Levens Hall and Gardens, based near Kendal, founded…
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Consumer Interest in Brushed Brass Climbs
Consumer interest in brushed brass has surged, according to new research from bathroom specialists R2 Bathrooms. Using data from Google Trends, R2 Bathrooms found searches for the term ‘brushed brass’ in the search engine’s Home & Garden category have climbed steadily over the last five years.
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Secrets of Topiary Shared by World’s Oldest Topiary Garden Master ‘Craftsman’
Put aside the shears and clipper brochures and forget the wire frame. The key thing that emerges, as the head gardener at the world’s oldest topiary garden shares the secrets of topiary, is that they number one thing you will need is patience. Chris Crowder, head gardener at Cumbrian-based…
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Spice Up Your Cinco de Mayo at Hard Rock Cafe London
This May, get ready to fiesta like there’s no mañana as Hard Rock Cafes in London turns up the heat for Cinco de Mayo! From 1st–5th May, both iconic locations – Old Park Lane and Piccadilly Circus – will be celebrating with a limited-edition menu full of flavour-packed dishes, vibrant…
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Halo Design's Efficient, Minimalist Lighting Now Available at Black By Design
Luxury homeware retailer Black By Design is putting Danish design in the spotlight as it welcomes a new interiors brand into its fold. Halo Design is a Scandinavian lighting brand aiming to improve everyday life through their fixtures, which are now available at Black By Design. Each piece is a…
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Roper Rhodes Unveils Lighting Collection Amidst Growing Trend
Interest in bathroom lighting is on the increase, according to new research from bathroom specialists Roper Rhodes. Using data from Pinterest, Roper Rhodes found searches for ‘bathroom lights’ have steadily increased over the last month. It comes as Roper Rhodes unveils their collection of…
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Evolution in Mechanical Digital Access Control adds Management Versatility for Additional Control
Codelocks is taking mechanical digital access control to the next level with the release of its new CL500KEY Mechanical Lock. The powerful addition to the CL500 Mechanical Lock Range incorporates a tougher and ergonomically superior handle assembly, featuring greater durability for heavy-duty use in…
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New Do Not Disturb electronic locks control privacy and enhance user comfort
Codelocks has extended its CL5000 electronic lock range with new Do Not Disturb (DND) models. The new CL5000 DND electronic locks prevent interruptions and unwanted access to locations where controlled privacy is important for people’s comfort and confidence. The new CL5000 DND electronic locks…
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New Do Not Disturb electronic locks control privacy and enhance user comfort
Codelocks has extended its CL5000 electronic lock range with new Do Not Disturb (DND) models. The new CL5000 DND electronic locks prevent interruptions and unwanted access to locations where controlled privacy is important for people’s comfort and confidence. The new CL5000 DND electronic locks…
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Arts scene boosted with £100,000 from Newhaven Enterprise Zone
Newhaven’s reputation as a hub for grassroots arts is growing thanks to a cash injection of £100,000 from Newhaven Enterprise Zone (NEZ). Funding will go towards a programme of creative events which this year includes bringing internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Asbestos to the Marine…
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Small space, big impact: Create a blossoming balcony with elho’s sustainable planters
Short on space doesn’t mean short on greenery. Even the most compact balconies, terraces or windowsills can become lush, vibrant corners of calm with the right design choices. Thanks to elho’s collection of sustainable and versatile planters, limited space is not a barrier to beautiful outdoor…
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Clipper Teas stars in Channel 4’s Food Unwrapped
Clipper Teas stars in Channel 4’s Food Unwrapped The Dorset-based sustainable tea pioneer featured on Monday’s programme, showcasing what makes a good tea Dorset-based Clipper Teas, featured on national TV this week, as Food Unwrapped presenter Kate Quilton visited the Beaminster factory for a
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Northumberland Castle Hotel’s Battlements Tour Gets Sound Waves Boost
Langley Castle – the medieval castle hotel close to Hexham – is confident of a soundwaves boost to business, having provided an enticing and audible sneak preview of a possibly unique UK hotel feature that adds value to stays and visits, thrilling visitors and non-residents alike. Eilidh Wise, a…
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Fleet Transport Broker Appoints Like-minded Pro to Assist with Insurance Range Anxiety
McCarron Coates has appointed a fleet transport specialist in the south, to help ease insurance provision ‘range anxiety’ but also help spread its consultative sales approach further. Rather than giving fleet transport insurance the big sell, McCarron Coates has always followed a strategy of…
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SECUTIX and Cover Genius Launch New Ticket Protection Partnership
SECUTIX, a market leader in advanced digital solutions for the event industry, today announced the launch of a new ticket protection partnership with Cover Genius, a leading global insurtech for embedded protection. SECUTIX customers can now leverage a new ticket protection solution powered by Cover…
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World-first AI-based paper cup recycling initiative launches in Cardiff
Pioneering AI technology is helping consumers in Cardiff to tackle paper cup waste. The three-month trial – launched by the National Cup Recycling Scheme, Keep Wales Tidy and innovative waste sorting app Bower – will reward Cardiff consumers for recycling used paper cups at Caffè Nero, Costa…
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Hubble Connected Bags Platinum and Silver Awards in Key Categories at the 2025 Loved by Parents Awards
The award-winning brand secured Platinum for Best New to Market Product, alongside a Silver win for its HubbleClub app, that sits at the heart of its connected ecosystem. Hubble Connected, a global pioneer in smart parenting technology and the creators of the smart nursery ecosystem, is proud to…
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McPhillips wins £10m bus station redevelopment contract
West Midlands-based construction company McPhillips has won a £10 million local authority contract to deliver a new and improved bus station. Hereford Council announced McPhillips as its official construction partner on the Hereford Transport Hub project, part of a wider scheme of transport and…
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Get Lawn-Ready This Spring with Cobra’s New VX Petrol Mower Range — Featuring VorteX Airflow System
Cobra Garden Machinery has launched its most advanced range of petrol lawnmowers to date — the VX Petrol Mower Range — designed to help homeowners prepare their lawns for the season ahead, with innovative VorteX Airflow System at its core. Specifically engineered for the long, thick and often…
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Cumbrian Surnames Provide Pointer to Cumberland and Westmorland Wrestling’s Traditional Past and its Bright Future
The recent publication of the top surnames in Cumbria has helped underline the importance of Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling to the county’s heritage and culture, according to Grasmere Lakeland Sports and Show. When ‘Forebears’ revealed a list of the top 50 Cumbrian surnames[i], the Show…
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Kent: Local Cancer Survivor Receives Royal Invitation
Hope for Tomorrow charity’s vital cancer care work supported 3,571 patients in Kent last year 22 April 2025, East Kent: Bryan Baird, a testicular cancer survivor from Kent, has been invited by pioneering mobile cancer care charity, Hope for Tomorrow, to attend a Royal community
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Hope for Tomorrow receives Royal invitation
Charity’s vital cancer care work supported 1,820 Gloucestershire patients last year 22 April 2025, Gloucestershire: Pioneering mobile cancer care charity, Gloucestershire-based Hope for Tomorrow, has been invited to attend a community reception, hosted by HM The King and HM The Queen, on the
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Yorkshire: Local Lead Oncology Nurse Receives Royal Invitation
Hope for Tomorrow charity’s vital cancer care work supported 7,717 North and West Yorkshire patients last year 22 April 2025, Yorkshire: Pat Dyminski, a lead oncology nurse at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust has been honoured with an invitation by pioneering mobile cancer care charity,
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Rise of Fearless launches USD 700,000 investment round to advance Web3 mobile gaming in Africa
April 22, 2025, Dubai, UAE – Rise of Fearless, a UAE-based mobile gaming platform that merges African storytelling with immersive battle royale gameplay, today announced its official launch. The game marks a major step in Africa’s rapidly expanding gaming market with over 680 million mobile…
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Getting Your Valoriani Wood-Fired Oven Ready for Spring
As spring really starts to blossom, it’s time to bring your wood-fired oven out of hibernation. After months of disuse, your oven may needs a little check-up, before it’s ready to fire up again. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get your wood-fired pizza oven back into action for a season…
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Easter Feasting with a Valoriani Wood-Fired Pizza Oven
A Valoriani wood-fired pizza oven doesn’t just exist so that you can rustle up perfect wood-fired gourmet pizzas at home - it’s also a versatile tool in which to cook a full Easter feast. This Easter, why not go beyond the usual, and use your Valoriani wood-fired pizza oven to prepare a menu…
