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MALTA DIARY: New finds at Għar Dalam – when hippos and dwarf elephants roamed over Malta and Gozo

Albert Fenech February 13, 2019 MALTA DIARY: New finds at Għar Dalam – when hippos and dwarf elephants roamed over Malta and Gozo2019-02-12T10:58:22+00:00 Coming Soon No Comment

ALBERT FENECH e/mail – Facebook: My Blog: The mind has to stretch back millions upon millions of years, Europe and Africa...

Cahors, a multifaceted southern town – Meanderings through France n° 172

Annick Dournes & Frederic De Poligny January 17, 2019 Cahors, a multifaceted southern town – Meanderings through France n° 1722019-01-16T10:19:48+00:00 architecture No Comment

By Annick Dournes & Frederic de Poligny Asked about Cahors all French people will first think about its renowned red wine. But this really is all too...

SHROPSHIRE ANYONE?

Ann Evans January 7, 2019 SHROPSHIRE ANYONE?2019-01-07T08:58:47+00:00 architecture No Comment

By Ann Evans If you are planning ahead, Ann Evans recommends that beautiful Shropshire is on your agenda. Happy New Year to all B-C-ing-U readers....

Kodiaq vRS throws caution to the wind, as Skoda’s hottest SUV ever

Iain P W Robertson December 24, 2018 Kodiaq vRS throws caution to the wind, as Skoda’s hottest SUV ever2018-12-23T12:19:30+00:00 Cars No Comment

IAIN ROBERTSON Testing the latest version of a popular Skoda model serves to enhance the Czech brand’s image at its highest ebb, states Iain Robertson, as he got down...

Magical Lantern Festival

Ann Evans December 17, 2018 Magical Lantern Festival2018-12-14T11:25:27+00:00 Art No Comment

By Ann Evans Photos by: Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Treat the family to a magical experience. Ann Evans shines a light on Birmingham Botanical Gardens....

MALTA DIARY: Has the spirit of Christmas been pawned and is now usurped by the lure of money?

Albert Fenech December 12, 2018 MALTA DIARY: Has the spirit of Christmas been pawned and is now usurped by the lure of money?2018-12-11T09:00:15+00:00 celebrations No Comment

ALBERT FENECH e/mail – Facebook: My Blog: My only grandson Gabriel is five years old and well knows Christmas is...

SHELLY BEACH SNIPPETS NO. 105 December, 2018.

Patricia Newell-Dunkley December 10, 2018 SHELLY BEACH SNIPPETS NO. 105 December, 2018.2018-12-07T09:09:22+00:00 Art No Comment

Patricia Newell-Dunkley Photographs by Reginald J Dunkley Website: Google: Patricia Newell-Dunkley for all previous Snippets My books “Letters of a Travelling Lady, Wallis the Woman I Love, The...

Strasbourg Christmas market: excitement and wonder for the whole family – Meanderings through France n° 167

Annick Dournes & Frederic De Poligny December 6, 2018 Strasbourg Christmas market: excitement and wonder for the whole family – Meanderings through France n° 1672018-12-05T14:06:15+00:00 Art No Comment

By Annick Dournes & Frederic de Poligny Is it because Alsace is one of Europe coldest region or is it because Alsatians are warm-hearted people that Christmas...

Supporting the British Bulldog!

Ann Evans December 5, 2018 Supporting the British Bulldog!2018-12-05T13:55:46+00:00 celebrations No Comment

Hampstead’s festive fundraising event to rescue dogs from China. Ann Evans has the details. Lovers of the British Bulldog are invited to go along to Hamstead...

The Craziest Food Trends of 2018 and Prediction for 2019

Seren Charrington-Hollins December 4, 2018 The Craziest Food Trends of 2018 and Prediction for 20192018-12-03T11:50:54+00:00 Art No Comment

If you have been left puzzled by the recent craze for ‘unicorn food’, and have been wondering why we need pastel coloured food and drink, then you may be...

Christmas’ enchantment in Vaux-le-Vicomte Chateau – Meanderings through France n° 166

Annick Dournes & Frederic De Poligny November 29, 2018 Christmas’ enchantment in Vaux-le-Vicomte Chateau – Meanderings through France n° 1662018-11-28T09:21:41+00:00 architecture No Comment

By Annick Dournes & Frederic de Poligny In France the 17th century is known as the “Grand Siècle”, the Grand Century. Louis XIV and his court developed...

Ranjit Recommends: New Year’s Eve Fireworks

Ranjit Shergill November 25, 2018 Ranjit Recommends: New Year’s Eve Fireworks2018-11-24T09:04:37+00:00 celebrations No Comment

On the night of the 31st December 2017 London eye had 103,000 vociferous spectators fixate their eyes on it as Big Ben crept its way towards midnight, at which...

Skating in Tunbridge Wells.

Lyn November 21, 2018 Skating in Tunbridge Wells.2018-11-19T13:54:42+00:00 celebrations No Comment

As Christmas approaches, parkland areas across the UK are magically transformed into ice rinks. Lights are draped across fences and trees, wooden booths are erected, selling food and Christmas...

STEP INTO A WORLD OF CRIME!

Ann Evans November 12, 2018 STEP INTO A WORLD OF CRIME!2018-11-11T10:27:53+00:00 Authors No Comment

By Ann Evans If you love crime fiction, this is one festival you won’t want to miss. Ann Evans reports on what’s happening in Harrogate in 2019. ...

It’s Panto Time Again in Tunbridge Wells! Oh no it’s not! Oh yes it is!

Lyn November 11, 2018 It’s Panto Time Again in Tunbridge Wells! Oh no it’s not! Oh yes it is!2018-11-06T13:02:17+00:00 Celebrities No Comment

Lyn Funnell gets an invitation to interview the cast of Sleeping Beauty, which is showing at the Tunbridge Wells Assembly Hall this Christmas season – and she found out...

Mumbai Memoir- Diwali transporting Mumbai From Darkness into Light!

Shraddha. C. Sankulkar November 9, 2018 Mumbai Memoir- Diwali transporting Mumbai From Darkness into Light!2018-11-08T10:31:47+00:00 Art No Comment

On a typical new moon night Mumbai already glitters brightly as traffic indicators, street lights and vehicle headlights seems like millions of ‘ fire flies’ moving around the ‘maximum...

SHELLY BEACH SNIPPETS No. 103 October, 2018.

Patricia Newell-Dunkley November 5, 2018 SHELLY BEACH SNIPPETS No. 103 October, 2018.2018-11-01T11:38:47+00:00 Art No Comment

Patricia Newell-Dunkley Photographs by Reginald Website: Facebook: Patricia Newell-Dunkley Artist/Writer Google: Patricia Newell-Dunkley for all previous snippets Greetings from down under where the Duke and Duchess of...

SPOOKY FAMILY FUN

Ann Evans October 29, 2018 SPOOKY FAMILY FUN2018-10-28T15:02:24+00:00 celebrations No Comment

By Ann Evans If you’re planning on taking the kids out this Halloween, Ann Evans highlights a few of Warwickshire’s wicked half term events. Are you all set...

John Burke October 27, 2018 2018-10-26T12:50:07+00:00 architecture No Comment

JOHN’S JOURNEYS: The Baltic John Burke continues into Latvia Restored in Riga’s main square © JOHN BURKE My first article on the Baltic trio covered northerly Estonia...

Government grant cuts place green transport hopes in jeopardy

Iain P W Robertson October 23, 2018 Government grant cuts place green transport hopes in jeopardy2018-10-22T12:35:14+00:00 Cars No Comment

IAIN ROBERTSON New rules come into effect on 9th November 2018 that affect current and potential owners of plug-in hybrid motorcars, states Iain Robertson, who have benefitted from government...

Skate in Calverley Grounds with Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Lyn October 11, 2018 Skate in Calverley Grounds with Tunbridge Wells Borough Council2018-10-11T08:02:26+00:00 celebrations No Comment

16 November 2018 – 2 January 2019 Adult Skating tickets from £ Child Skating tickets from £ Tickets on sale at: and A favourite festive...

ARTS, CRAFTS AND NEW EXPERIENCES AT IRONBRIDGE

Ann Evans October 8, 2018 ARTS, CRAFTS AND NEW EXPERIENCES AT IRONBRIDGE2018-10-07T11:23:52+00:00 architecture No Comment

By Ann Evans Great events you won’t want to miss at the Ironbridge Museums, Ann Evans highlights a few. Visiting Ironbridge in Telford, Shropshire, at any time...

Tanks, trucks, model aircraft and more

Ann Evans September 24, 2018 Tanks, trucks, model aircraft and more2018-09-23T15:56:55+00:00 Coming Soon No Comment

The British Motor Museum always has so much going on, whether family fun or specialist learning, so here’s a roundup from Ann Evans. A reminder...

NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME’S FAMILY GARDENS

Ann Evans July 16, 2018 NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME’S FAMILY GARDENS2018-07-15T15:13:39+00:00 Art No Comment

By Ann Evans Visiting a private garden isn’t just for adults – there’s plenty of fun to be had during the summer holidays for all the...

CLASSIC CARS REV UP FOR CHATEAU IMPNEY HILL CLIMB

Ann Evans July 2, 2018 CLASSIC CARS REV UP FOR CHATEAU IMPNEY HILL CLIMB2018-07-01T11:48:43+00:00 architecture No Comment

By Ann Evans The Chateau Impney Hill Climb is an annual celebration of historic motorsport attracting thousands of visitors each year. Ann Evans previews what’s to come. ...

Malta Diary; Mnarja and Timpana Time – not for weight-watchers!

Albert Fenech June 27, 2018 Malta Diary; Mnarja and Timpana Time – not for weight-watchers!2018-06-26T09:49:14+00:00 celebrations No Comment

ALBERT FENECH e/mail – Facebook: My Blog: Malta has no less than FIVE (yes, five!) national holidays, all commemorating various...

SUMMER FUN AT THE BRITISH MOTOR MUSEUM

Ann Evans June 25, 2018 SUMMER FUN AT THE BRITISH MOTOR MUSEUM2018-06-23T19:31:29+00:00 Cars No Comment

By Ann Evans If you love motors you’ll be spoilt for choice with all the activities and events going on at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon, over the...

KYNREN – The ultimate outdoor community event

Iain P W Robertson June 19, 2018 KYNREN – The ultimate outdoor community event2018-06-18T17:38:32+00:00 architecture No Comment

IAIN ROBERTSON Spectacular, splendiferous and stupendous, a show for all the family to enjoy and thrill to, states Iain Robertson, an ‘Epic Tale of England’ has commenced its third...

Killer Line up for 2018 Crime Writing Festival

Ann Evans June 11, 2018 Killer Line up for 2018 Crime Writing Festival2018-06-10T15:00:29+00:00 Art No Comment

By Ann Evans. Twitter: Stars of murder, mayhem and mystery will be heading directly to Harrogate for the 2018 Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival. With her...

Malta Diary; Ghosts, ghouls and apparitions – long passed, or still present?

Albert Fenech May 23, 2018 Malta Diary; Ghosts, ghouls and apparitions – long passed, or still present?2018-05-22T11:31:23+00:00 architecture No Comment

ALBERT FENECH e/mail – Facebook: My Blog: In 1957 (I was just 11) my late Aunt Annie and Uncle Edwin...

TAKE THE FAMILY SLOT CAR RACING

Ann Evans May 14, 2018 TAKE THE FAMILY SLOT CAR RACING2018-05-13T12:04:52+00:00 Cars No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Europe’s biggest and best slot car festival takes place next weekend, Ann Evans highlights some of the family fun to come. ...

FLORAL INSPIRATION

Ann Evans May 8, 2018 FLORAL INSPIRATION2018-05-07T13:40:27+00:00 Art No Comment

By Ann Evans If you’re ever looking for inspiration for your garden, Ann Evans suggests not to miss the RHS Malvern Spring Festival. It promises to be...

MALTA DIARY: What’s on the menu for a Maltese Easter?

Albert Fenech March 28, 2018 MALTA DIARY: What’s on the menu for a Maltese Easter?2018-03-25T10:24:29+00:00 architecture No Comment

ALBERT FENECH e/mail – Facebook: My Blog: Since my distant past, nevertheless historically, actually the recent past (that is...

WENDY’S WEEK PALM SUNDAY AND IT’S TRADITIONS IN POLAND

Wendy Hughes March 24, 2018 WENDY’S WEEK PALM SUNDAY AND IT’S TRADITIONS IN POLAND2018-03-22T09:19:12+00:00 celebrations No Comment

By Wendy Hughes As a child growing up in Wales the Sunday before Easter, Palm Sunday, was always celebrated by taking flowers and placing on my father’s grave. In...

MINIATURA PREPARES FOR ITS 70th SHOW

Ann Evans March 19, 2018 MINIATURA PREPARES FOR ITS 70th SHOW2018-03-18T10:45:55+00:00 Art No Comment

By Ann Evans Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall Miniatura, the show dedicated to all things miniature is preparing for its 70th show. Ann Evans gives us a...

BULBS, MEDICINE, GARDENING AND TULIPMANIA

Wendy Hughes March 17, 2018 BULBS, MEDICINE, GARDENING AND TULIPMANIA2018-03-16T13:07:38+00:00 Coming Soon No Comment

BY WENDY HUGHES With snow and sleet showers threatening the UK again this weekend, we would be forgiven for thinking that spring is beginning to forget that the UK...

JOHN’S JOURNEYS: RELIVING PASSIONTIDE John Burke describes the Holy Land’s main week.

John Burke March 17, 2018 JOHN’S JOURNEYS: RELIVING PASSIONTIDE John Burke describes the Holy Land’s main week.2018-03-30T12:36:27+00:00 architecture No Comment

The accepted site of the Crucifixion. Our holiday season begins with Easter, but the preceding Sunday is joyful in Jerusalem where it is followed by a whole...