She’s widely seen as one of the monarchy’s safest pairs of hands, but should she ever decide on a change of career, the Duchess of Edinburgh would, I can confidently predict, be snapped up by her local Waitrose. Packing her bags on a supermarket trip with her great friend Mary …
Read More »I visited a cosy pub overlooking Richmond Park with amazing views and great food
Proudly sitting on top of Richmond Hill, The Roebuck is a must-visit if you’re looking for a cosy pub with great food. As I neared the top of the hill, I was wowed by the views of the magnificent Terrace Gardens and Marble Hill below as the sun set in …
Read More »Shops and supermarkets closed on Boxing Day including Aldi, M&S and Iceland
Christmas Day is over for another year, which can only mean one thing – the Boxing Day sales have arrived. While there will be bargains galore on offer across the high street, a few major retailers have decided to sit the sales out this Boxing Day and start them on …
Read More »Spalding residents not phased by ‘soulless’ pub closure
A pub described as “soulless” by a nearby resident has closed abruptly with all the windows now covered in metal boards. Royal Mail Cart in Pinchbeck, Spalding, is a popular destination for many locals and passers-by with it being en-route in and out of the town centre. Despite its location …
Read More »The town fast becoming ‘coffee capital of Somerset’
A North Somerset town is fast becoming the ‘coffee capital’ of Somerset traders say – with news another cafe is to open in a redundant fashion store. Nailsea currently has 16 places to enjoy a latte or cappuccino in the town centre, all within a short walking distance of each …
Read More »Boxing Day 2020: M&S, Aldi, John Lewis, Home Bargains, Lidl and other stores closed on December 26
It has been a very strenuous year for retail workers due to the coronavirus pandemic. Consequently, several stores across London have pledged to keep their doors closed on Boxing Day – a day when retailers often launch their January sales. Christmas Day is a time for receiving presents, not buying …
Read More »Companies making redundancies in the UK in 2020 – including John Lewis, easyJet and Jaguar Land Rover
Thousands of people in Britain are set to lose their jobs after a raft of companies announced plans to reduce the size of their workforce. Businesses in all sectors are struggling with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic but retail and aerospace are being hit particularly hard. Many firms across …
Read More »These are the big developments coming to Solihull in 2020
It’s 2020 and business is booming in Solihull with a host of upcoming developments planned this year. From a much-anticipated food and drink outlet in the town to a boutique hotel – 2020 is set to welcome a sea of construction across the borough. Last year saw new restaurants opening …
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