Carlos Alcaraz has won the Wimbledon tennis championships men’s singles after beating out tennis star Novak Djokovic. It marks the first time that 20-year-old Alcaraz has won Wimbledon in a historic occasion for himself and his home country of Spain. With Spanish flags spotted across the crowds, many hoped that …
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R oyal Mail has won a five-year contract for the collection and delivery of passports and supporting documents including UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) travel documents. The contract also includes the delivery of internal mail between HM Passport Office offices and other Government offices. Royal Mail will also be working …
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Mortimer’s is a family-run restaurant situated between the sea and the high street in Herne Bay. Popular for their all-day breakfast, home-made soups, home-cooked roast dinners and welcoming atmosphere, they have an impressive 5-star food hygiene rating, many loyal customers and enthusiastic guests. Desserts change daily and their cream teas …
Read More »Prince George and Princess Charlotte punch the air in delight to celebrate Alcaraz’s victory
There could be a new royal favourite in town following Carlos Alcaraz’s Wimbledon win today, as a seemingly starstruck Princess Charlotte met the new king of tennis. Both Prince George and Princess Charlotte punched the air in delight to celebrate Alcaraz’s maiden Wimbledon title in the nail-biting five-set epic against …
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She sat next to Prince George and together with the Prince and Princess of Wales to see the Serb play Spanish world number one Carlos Alcaraz, 20. Wearing a blue dress, she held Kate’s hand and walked ahead of George and William to reach the Players’ Lawn upon arriving at …
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Stunning rural backdrops, acres of land, large beautiful houses and a tight community spirit. Those are almost-guaranteed aspects of life in one of Kent’s gorgeous villages. Our beautiful county has dozens of pretty settlements to choose from – some coastal, others closer to London. And some you may never have …
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