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Wisteria lands historic Bayeux Tapestry tickets amid huge demand
A family-owned Shropshire tour company is offering historic trips to see the world-famous Bayeux Tapestry – after tens of thousands of people scrambled to buy tickets. The 11th century embroidery, which has been valued at £800m and depicts the Norman conquest of England in 1066, is going on…
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Seedball showcases retail-ready standing display with strong margins and flexible restocking options
Following the launch of its freestanding point-of-sale display earlier this year, the original seed ball company, Seedball, is spotlighting the full retail offering behind the unit. The move gives stockists a clearer picture of the commercial opportunity, product mix and flexible ordering options…
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TVD Opens Outdoor AV Experience Centre to Showcase Integrated Solutions
Purpose-built demonstration facility enables customers, consultants and project specifiers to experience complete commercial outdoor AV solutions in a real-world environment. Bolton – July 13 2026 - TVD Group has officially opened its dedicated Outdoor AV Experience Centre at its Bolton…
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Brighthelm Centre garden to reopen with improved safety thanks to Pilbeam
A green space in the heart of Brighton which was blighted by antisocial behaviour will fully reopen to visitors this summer following work to enhance safety by Pilbeam Construction. The gardens at the Brighthelm Church and Community Centre are well-loved by residents and office workers, as well as…
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Looking after your lawn after a heatwave
Expert comment from Peter Chaloner, Managing Director of Cobra on looking after your lawn after a heatwave “Brown patches, slower growth and dry, compacted soil are all common after a heatwave, but most lawns will bounce back with the right care. Be gentle and resume mowing gradually rather…
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Statement Velvets and Bold Prints Lead Terrys’ New Designer Collection
BRITISH homeware brand Terrys has launched a debut fabric collection by designer and creative director Carrie Neely, bringing her recognisable maximalist style to a wider interiors audience. The launch builds on Terrys’ growing design-led fabric offer, with the retailer continuing to widen its…
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7 Reasons British Expats Get Travel Insurance Wrong
More than 10 years after ‘Brexit’, British expats living in Europe are still getting it wrong when it comes to travel insurance. This is the viewpoint of a specialist provider of travel insurance to expats of all nationalities, who are now resident in a European country that was not their…
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Why iGaming is becoming the proving ground for enterprise AI transformation For the past two years, iGaming organisations have been focused on AI experimentation to understand how they could use the technology. However, that phase is coming to an end, and questions are shifting to the practical…
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Did a Valoriani Oven Ignite Dua Lipa’s Romance?
The UK supplier of what is probably the world’s most trusted pizza oven brand, Valoriani, is wondering whether one of its ovens was responsible for fanning the flames of celebrity romance and marriage. Recent reports about the marriage of singing artist, Dua Lipa, to actor Callum Turner, suggest…
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New itinerary puts Newhaven on the map for Avenue Verte cyclists
A brand-new itinerary created by Experience Sussex has been launched to encourage cyclists taking on the 247-mile Avenue Verte route, which connects London and Paris, to take a break in Newhaven, the Sussex town full of history, stunning scenery and independent cafes and pubs. The itinerary has been…
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Théâtre du Lido in Paris selects SECUTIX ticketing system
The iconic Champs-Élysées venue chooses SECUTIX as its strategic ticketing partner to optimise sales SECUTIX, the global leader in advanced ticketing and audience engagement solutions, today announces a multi-year strategic partnership with the Théâtre du Lido, one of France’s most iconic
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Moulton College launches new agriculture apprenticeship to support UK farming
Northamptonshire-based Moulton College has announced the introduction of its new Level 4 Apprenticeship in Farm Management, designed to create progression opportunities, support rural employers and encourage new talent into the agricultural sector. UK agriculture employs nearly 453,000 people and…
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Langley Announces What Could be The Most Budget-Friendly Exclusive-use Castle Wedding Package for Early 2027
Fairy-tale Northumberland wedding venue, Langley Castle, believes it is potentially offering couples the most budget-friendly, exclusive-use castle wedding package for weddings staged in the first quarter of 2027. At a cost of just £7000 for a wedding booked in January, February or March 2027, a…
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Industry gathers as Cleaner Safer Group opens The Building Performance Hub
09 July 2026, UK: Cleaner Safer Group (CSG), the not-for-profit parent organisation to brands including HETAS and Woodsure, opened the doors to its specialist development and audit facility, and training and education centre, The Building Performance Hub at a special event attended by over 50
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Bertie the Bedford joins Brum at Cotswold Motoring Museum following remarkable restoration
Two star-studded pieces of British motoring nostalgia have been brought together at the Cotswold Motoring Museum, where a fully restored 1962 Bedford ice cream van has been unveiled at the home of children’s television favourite Brum. Affectionately known as Bertie, the vintage ice cream van has…
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Employees missing out on workplace health support due to benefits confusion
More than a third (35%) of employees say uncertainty over what is covered by their workplace health benefits is a barrier to using them, according to new research from Health Shield Friendly Society’s Britain at Work study. The findings suggest many employees are missing out because they are…
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PTSD Resolution Selected For AFC Fund Trust Programme For Veterans' Mental Health
Veterans' mental health charity PTSD Resolution has been awarded £30,000 through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust's RISE programme, a pilot initiative supporting Armed Forces charities to build stronger and more sustainable organisations. PTSD Resolution provides free, prompt and confidential…
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Hedges Law Secures Backing to Invest in Oxfordshire Future
8 July 2026, Oxfordshire UK: Hedges Law, one of Oxfordshire's longest-established law firms, has secured backing from Henley-on-Thames private investment office, CKM3 as part of the launch of Oak Legal Group, a new professional services model designed to protect law firm legacies in a rapidly
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Hedges Law Forms Legal Group with CKM3 Backing to Protect Law Firm Legacies
8 July 2026, UK: Hedges Law has secured backing from private investment office, CKM3, and is the founding firm of Oak Legal Group, a new professional services model designed to protect law firm legacies in a rapidly consolidating market. The deal marks the start of an ambitious buy-and-build…
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Swindon and Wiltshire: Leading law firm strengthens Real Estate team with two new Partners
Gardner Leader, a leading regional law firm, has expanded its Real Estate team with the appointment of Partners Charlotte Botham and Belinda Sinnott, as the firm continues to respond to growing demand for specialist real estate expertise across the South West. The region’s commercial property…
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Oxford: Leading law firm strengthens Real Estate team with two new Partners
Gardner Leader, a leading regional law firm, has expanded its Real Estate team with the appointment of Partners Charlotte Botham and Belinda Sinnott, as the firm continues to respond to growing demand for specialist real estate expertise across the Thames Valley and South East. The region’s…
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Berkshire: Leading law firm strengthens Real Estate team with two new Partners
Gardner Leader, a leading regional law firm, has expanded its Real Estate team with the appointment of Partners Charlotte Botham and Belinda Sinnott, as the firm continues to respond to growing demand for specialist real estate expertise across the Thames Valley and South East. The region’s…
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Maidenhead: Leading law firm strengthens Real Estate team with two new Partners
Gardner Leader, a leading regional law firm, has expanded its Real Estate team with the appointment of Partners Charlotte Botham and Belinda Sinnott, as the firm continues to respond to growing demand for specialist real estate expertise across the Thames Valley and South East. The region’s…
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Thorndown Reveals the Comforting Colours Shaping Autumn Design
IMAGE CREDIT: Lol Johnson Photography Rich, enveloping tones inspired by nature are set to be a defining influence across interior and exterior design this autumn. According to eco paint brand Thorndown, the seasonal shift towards colder, darker months is encouraging homeowners to embrace comforting…
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Meet niva – the plant pot designed for modern gardens
Embargo: 1st of September 2026 For many gardeners, creating a vibrant, stylish outdoor space is the goal but achieving that look is becoming increasingly expensive. With rising costs, even simple updates like new plant pots can feel more like a luxury than an easy seasonal refresh. That’s where…
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Media firms partner with Telford College in exciting new scheme
Telford College has joined forces with media companies to create a groundbreaking scheme aimed at plugging skills gaps and creating opportunities for students across the region. The innovative project has seen the college meet with firms in PR, journalism, audio and video production and other areas…
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Newhaven Enterprise Zone delivers £62k funding for pub and restaurant
A pizza restaurant and micropub are revitalising the high street after Newhaven Enterprise Zone (NEZ) granted them almost £62,000 of funding to help them open. Pat's Pizza received more than £20,000 while Newhaven Tap benefited from a more than £40k boost. These new openings build on the town's…
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Weston Park scoops medal at world gin awards
A stately home on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border is toasting success after scooping an international gin medal – just three years after distilling its first bottle. Weston Park’s Walled Garden Rhubarb Gin was awarded bronze in the England Country Flavoured Gin category at the prestigious…
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Show bungalow set to open at Newport’s £20 million retirement village
A new £20m retirement village in Newport has reached a major milestone with the opening of its first show home. Sundew Court, which is being developed by Integrated Retirement Community (IRC) specialist, Untold Living, is set to open to residents later this year. The village offers a purpose-built…
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Successful start to exciting Foundry initiative for young business leaders
A host of young professionals have come together for the launch of a bold new initiative - aimed at nurturing the next generation of business leaders in the Black Country. Created by the Black Country Chamber of Commerce, The Foundry, designed for individuals and business owners aged 35 and under…
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Ditch the Airport Queues This Summer – Why Camping in the Woods Could Be the Ultimate Staycation
Delayed flights, passport panics, baggage restrictions, traffic to the airport and the ever-growing cost of travelling abroad – it's no wonder more Brits are looking closer to home for their summer adventures. For those wanting to escape without the stress, one type of staycation is quietly…
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Beach House Art Captures Mediterranean Calm in New Fine Art Print Range
Homeowners are looking to southern Europe for interiors inspiration, according to new research from coastal-inspired art studio Beach House Art. Using data from Pinterest, Beach House Art found searches for ‘Mediterranean Interior’ have climbed by 50 per cent in the past month and 40 per cent…
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Singapore unveils 250-hectare Greater Sentosa transformation to the public
‘Your Island. Reimagined.’ exhibition reveals landscape-led plans for new nature experiences, reimagined beaches and island connections New details of Singapore’s ambitious plans to transform Sentosa and Pulau Brani into a more connected, nature-rich island destination have been unveiled, as a…
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Three new appointments support SafeSite Facilities' expansion
SafeSite Facilities has strengthened its transport and business development teams with three new appointments as the company continues to expand its operations across the UK. Steve Hyam joins as transport manager, Karen Alabaster as a business development executive and Martin Penn as senior…
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Keep Summer Harvests Thriving with Nemasys Fruit and Veg Protection
Summer is one of the most exciting and rewarding times in the garden. After weeks or even months of care, fruit and vegetables begin to ripen, beds are full of colour, and the promise of fresh, homegrown produce becomes a reality. However, while plants are thriving in the warm conditions, pests are…
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Students tour £10 million transport hub’s construction site
Students from Kingstone High School in Hereford were given an insight into construction of the town’s new £10 million transport hub. The Year 10 students saw first-hand the transformative project being delivered by Telford construction firm McPhillips on behalf of Herefordshire Council. As…
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Prune Power: California Prune Board tackles misconceptions about dried fruit
The California Prune Board is seeking to dispel common misconceptions and share some surprising truths about prunes, as it ramps up global efforts to spotlight their role as a nutritious, everyday snack. High in fibre, prunes have long been perceived as a remedy for digestive issues. For some…
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PTSD Resolution Is Finalist for the Soldiering on Awards 2026
PTSD Resolution, the national charity providing specialist trauma therapy for veterans, reservists and their families, is named as a finalist for the Soldiering On Awards 2026 in the Health Care and Rehabilitation Award category. Founded in 2009, the charity has treated more than 5,000 veterans…
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How to care for your houseplants in a heatwave: the essential dos and don’ts
As temperatures rise and homes begin to trap the summer heat, houseplants can quickly go from thriving to struggling. While many of us welcome the sunshine, indoor plants – particularly those that prefer cooler or more humid environments - can suffer in hot, dry conditions. According to Angharad…
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The garden is the new entertaining room, and it's about more than just dining
Outdoor entertaining is evolving. While good food remains at the heart of any gathering, homeowners are increasingly placing just as much importance on the overall experience, transforming gardens into inviting spaces designed for relaxing, socialising and creating lasting memories. From coordinated…
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Nottingham Urged To Come Together For The Final Splendour
This July will be the final ever Splendour, it has been announced today. After 18 years at the heart of Nottingham summers, organisers of the much loved festival in Wollaton Park have revealed this July will be its final outing. A special 2 for 1 offer has been released today, giving the…
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Summer Deals at Langley Castle Hotel, Northumberland
Exquisite Northumberland castle hotel, Langley Castle, has special offers running this summer for guests and afternoon tea lovers who are in the area. All are ideal for anyone wanting to experience life like a knight or medieval lady, in an authentic and aesthetically stunning castle, built in…
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McPhillips recognised by Ministry of Defence for commitment to veterans
Shropshire contractor McPhillips has been recognised by the Ministry of Defence for its sustained commitment to supporting the armed forces community. The Telford-based civil engineer and construction company is one of 331 in the UK to receive a Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award…
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£20,000 appeal launched to get children out of the classroom
A leading outdoor education charity has launched a £20,000 appeal to ensure more school children get the chance to go on school trips. Research suggests that nearly half of all children in the UK are currently missing out on school trips due to cost – a situation the Field Studies Council says…
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AMufacture responds to Defence Investment Plan
The UK’s leading additive manufacturing contract manufacturer has warned the UK could not squander the defence dividend in the same way it had wasted the peace dividend. Craig Pyser – chief executive of 3D printing specialist AMufacture – said the Defence Investment Plan (DIP) was “a…
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BCIS reveals updated five-year maintenance, cleaning and energy forecast
Maintenance costs, as measured by the BCIS All-in Maintenance Cost Indices, are set to rise by 15.7% over the five years to 1Q2031, according to the latest forecast data from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). Cleaning costs are expected to rise by 29.1% over the same period, driven…
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Packaging specialists join forces to create PackReady
Compliance specialist Valpak by Reconomy and innovation expert ThePackHub have teamed up to launch PackReady – a new service that provides advice on current and upcoming legislation, innovative design changes and data-driven solutions. The partnership combines regulatory expertise and data-led…
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California Prune Board welcomes EU 0% tariff announcement
The California Prune Board has welcomed the EU/U.S. tariff agreement announcement, which is set to improve market access for selected American agricultural and fishery goods - including prunes and prune juice - from today (1st July 2026). It follows the Council of the European Union’s formal…
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Steak and Chips – a Wood-fired Oven Treat for Any England World Cup Match
The nation watches with baited breath for England football games, with all hungry for more 1966-style success. But what could feed the hunger of all those footie fan friends who gather around your wood-fired oven from Valoriani? What English fare could you serve up, to really fit the bill? Well…
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Seven Stunning Finishes Define Porcelain Superstore’s New Galaxy Tile Range
Independent interiors retailer Porcelain Superstore has launched a new stone-effect tile collection designed to bring depth, drama and a touch of celestial style to the home. Introducing Galaxy. Available in seven finishes, Galaxy combines the beauty of natural stone with the practicality of…
