The King and the Prime Minister led tributes to the nation’s unsung heroes as excitement builds ahead of the 25th anniversary Pride of Britain Awards. Dozens of huge stars, from Oscar winners to chart-toppers and world champions, will celebrate the extraordinary achievements of winners, including awe-inspiring children of courage, fundraisers, …
Read More »Rare coin that looks like ‘normal 20p’ is actually worth £700
A coin that looks like regular 20p but is actually rare is set to sell for £700. The 25p coin, which is made from nickel brass, has a shield on one side and the Sovereign’s Orb on the other and also features the words ‘Experimental coin’ and ‘Royal Mint trial’. …
Read More »Every rioter nailed after UK protests so far – with 700 arrests and 302 charged
More than 400 people have now been arrested after a week of carnage. Dozens of far-right thugs have already been jailed as the courts work around the hours to deliver justice. Police investigating the riots led by the far right say they have made more than 700 arrests for alleged …
Read More »Andy Murray revels in royal welcome after first round win at Wimbledon
This was certainly no Battle of Brits, it was barely a skirmish, far from a struggle and, in truth, hardly a contest. In recent years Andy Murray has made five set epics under Wimbledon’s roof something of a specialty but he was clearly a man on a mission against compatriot …
Read More »Very rare Blue Peter 50p coin sells on eBay for £266 with thousands more up for grabs
After 13 bids and starting at £1, one lucky buyer will be able to add this rare coin to their collection – this coin was designed nine-year-old Florence Jackson back in 2009 Coins can sell for hundreds of pounds online ( Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) A rare Blue Peter 50p coin …
Read More »Rare Blue Peter 50p coin sells for £286 after eBay bidding war – check your change
Coin collectors will pay big money if you have a 2009 version of this Blue Peter 50p coin, released to celebrate the London Olympic 2012 games in conjunction with Blue Peter A version of this Blue Peter 50p coin has sold for £280 on eBay ( Image: PA) A rare …
Read More »12 things you only know if you’re from Cheshunt
There is no denying Cheshunt is full of great history, good schools and is at the heart of Broxbourne. Those who grew up in the area know how much it has changed over the years – with the schools getting better and more people wanting to come and live in …
Read More »Olympian Helen Glover names twins and one has a Cornish twist
Cornwall’s Olympic gold medallist has finally announced the names of her newborn children and one of them has a distinctly Cornish twist. Last week Cornwall Live reported that Helen Glover still hadn’t named her children despite the 33-year-old announcing the safe arrival of the twins on Twitter last month with …
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