Dogs to have better lives in the UK
By Ann Evans Bulldog lovers in the Hamstead Community of London pull together to save abused dogs in China. Ann Evans tells us more. The recent...
The Fabulous Crufts Show
Introduction and photographs by Rob Tysall, additional words by Ann Evans. One of my favourite things to photograph has to be dogs. Having been a photographer for more...
A Magical Evening of Light
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography One of Ann Evans’ favourite events this year was the Magical Lantern Festival at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. ...
Magical Lantern Festival
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....
FUN AND GAMES AT MCM COMIC CON
By Ann Evans Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography The MCM Comic Con show has something to please everyone, as Ann Evans discovered. ...
Supporting the British Bulldog!
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...
MEN IN SHEDS
By Ann Evans Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall and Nuneaton’s Men in Sheds. You’ll have heard of the man cave, well meet our Men in Sheds. Ann Evans...
The Little Princess Trust
By Ann Evans Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Here’s a wonderful charity helping young cancer sufferers, Ann Evans reports. For anyone to...
Get set for a weekend of fan-tastic fun
By Ann Evans Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Time to indulge in your fun side at the MCM Comic Con. Ann Evans gives us a glimpse of...
STEP INTO A WORLD OF CRIME!
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. ...
A magical evening of ballet
By Ann Evans The Russian State Ballet & Opera House returned to Coventry for three days as part of their UK tour. Ann Evans went to see The...
BIRMINGHAM’S PEN MUSEUM
By Ann Evans The humble pen is something we take for granted. Ann Evans visits the Birmingham Pen Museum to learn more of its origins. ...
SPOOKY FAMILY FUN
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...
Discover The Globe
By Ann Evans The newly refurbished pub, restaurant, hotel, The Globe re-opened on 12th October, Ann Evans went along to see the changes. There’s a...
DISCOVER: GATHER: GIVE.
Here’s a fabulous opportunity to discover a wealth of artisanal work in the Warwickshire region, Ann Evans tells us more. Forty exceptional artists are...
ARTS, CRAFTS AND NEW EXPERIENCES AT IRONBRIDGE
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...
It’s a small world
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans visited the Miniatura Show recently and reminds us that miniatures make marvellous gifts. Miniatura recently held its 71st show...
Tanks, trucks, model aircraft and more
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...
A unique shopping experience at Sgt Bilko’s Vintage Emporium
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography If you’re bored with High Street shopping Ann Evans tells us about a great little shop packed with great collector’s items....
Heyheyup! It’s Sgt Bilko
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography He was a superstar of the 1950’s, now Ann Evans meets Phil Silvers’ No1 fan. “Heyheyup!” It’s that quick...
Step into the amazing world of Miniatures
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Top miniaturists are busily preparing for the Miniatura Show which returns to the NEC Birmingham in September, Ann Evans provides a tiny...
We’ll meet again – at Gaydon’s Military Show
Dozens of military vehicles will be making their way towards the British Motor Museum, Gaydon in September, Ann Evans discovers why. If World Wars, military and 1940s...
WE ATE FOR ALL!
For somewhere fabulous to dine, take a trip to the Four Alls at Welford on Avon in Warwickshire. Ann Evans went along to discover what this newly refurbished inn...
LOCALS RE-LIVE THE BATTLE OF EVESHAM.
By Ann Evans Photos by Rob Tysall The people of Evesham were taken back 800 years to the mid 13th Century last weekend, when a medieval...
TOGETHER IN CRIME
By Ann Evans A gathering of the biggest criminal minds around descended on Harrogate at the recently. Nothing to panic over however, as it was...
HATTON HAS IT ALL!
By Ann Evans Looking for a fabulous day out for all the family this summer? Ann Evans suggests you look no further than Hatton Country World in Warwickshire....
TIPPLES TO TANTALIZE TASTEBUDS!
By Ann Evans Photos by Rob Tysall Cheers! Ann Evans reports back on some of the delicious tipples to be tasted at the BBC Good Food Show...
NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME’S FAMILY GARDENS
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...
21 THINGS TO DO AND SEE IN #STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
By Ann Evans With the weather so glorious, why not get out and about and explore the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon in Warwickshire. Here’s a few suggestions...
CLASSIC CARS REV UP FOR CHATEAU IMPNEY HILL CLIMB
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. ...
SUMMER FUN AT THE BRITISH MOTOR MUSEUM
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...
The train now standing… in the garden!
By Ann Evans Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall. The ever-popular BBC Gardeners’ World Live show coupled with the BBC Good Food Show drew in tens of...
Killer Line up for 2018 Crime Writing Festival
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...
GO WILD IN JUNE!
By Ann Evans. Twitter: Go Wild for 30 Days is the invitation from Warwickshire Wildlife Trust. Ann Evans finds out what it’s all about. ...
FAMILIAR FACES AT SPRING FESTIVAL
By Ann Evans Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography It’s not just gardeners you meet at garden festivals as Ann Evans discovered when she visited the RHS Malvern Spring...
TAKE THE FAMILY SLOT CAR RACING
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
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...
GAYDON LAND ROVER SHOW
By Ann Evans The British Motor Museum always has lots of fantastic motor related family events going on. Here’s a reminder from Ann Evans about the popular Land Rover...
DINING OUT AT THE ROSE & CROWN, WARWICK.
By Ann Evans. Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Warwick is famous for its castle, its royal connections, it’s medieval architecture – and its food, as Ann Evans...
DINING OUT AT THE ONE ELM PUB, STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
By Ann Evans Photos Rob Tysall Who doesn’t love dining out? Ann Evans popped over to Stratford-upon-Avon to try the delightful dishes at the One Elm Pub. ...