Ann Evans - B-c-ing-U Author Profile

It’s a dog’s life.

Ann Evans March 30, 2020 It’s a dog’s life.2020-03-29T10:36:01+01:00 Charities No Comment

Ann Evans is feeling fortunate that she adopted her rescue dog before the Coronavirus outbreak, when life was normal. It’s isn’t just people who are having to...

Enjoy a Glorious Springtime in the Garden with the NGS

Ann Evans March 23, 2020 Enjoy a Glorious Springtime in the Garden with the NGS2020-03-22T10:11:07+00:00 Europe No Comment

Photos courtesy of the National Garden Scheme. Forget your troubles and enjoy Spring now that it’s here. Ann Evans has news of the NGS Open Gardens Spring has...

British Motor Museum acquires a unique Triumph TR2 prototype

Ann Evans March 16, 2020 British Motor Museum acquires a unique Triumph TR2 prototype2020-03-15T09:58:15+00:00 Cars No Comment

Photos courtesy of the British Motor Museum Ann Evans reports on a Triumph TR2 prototype, secured with £250K National Heritage Memorial Fund grant.  A unique, record-breaking Triumph TR2...

CUTE NEW ARRIVALS AT HATTON

Ann Evans March 9, 2020 CUTE NEW ARRIVALS AT HATTON2020-03-08T11:12:07+00:00 Coming Soon No Comment

Spring has almost sprung and Ann Evans reminds us of where we can discover some of the cutest spring-born animals. Hatton Adventure World will once again host its...

West Midlands Tourism Awards Success

Ann Evans March 2, 2020 West Midlands Tourism Awards Success2020-03-01T10:03:45+00:00 celebrations No Comment

Last week saw the presentation of the West Midlands Tourism Awards. Ann Evans highlights some of the winners. The West Midlands Tourism Awards celebrated the success...

CRUFTS HERO DOG AWARDS

Ann Evans February 24, 2020 CRUFTS HERO DOG AWARDS2020-02-23T09:15:22+00:00 Coming Soon No Comment

Photos courtesy of the Kennel Club Voting is now open for Crufts Hero Dog Awards in their Friends for Life competition. Ann Evans has the details. The Kennel...

THE MAD MUSEUM

Ann Evans February 17, 2020 THE MAD MUSEUM2020-02-16T11:17:29+00:00 architecture No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans introduces us to a museum that runs like clockwork – Stratford upon Avon’s MAD Museum. If you or...

Charles Rennie Mackintosh house to be extended.

Ann Evans February 10, 2020 Charles Rennie Mackintosh house to be extended.2020-02-09T10:52:44+00:00 architecture No Comment

Photos courtesy of 78 Derngate and Rob Tysall Changes coming to the famous Charles Rennie Mackintosh house, 78 Derngate, Ann Evans reports. Following on from...

78 Derngate

Ann Evans February 3, 2020 78 Derngate2020-02-02T10:32:15+00:00 architecture No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Tucked away in Northampton is a gem of a house that is totally unique. Ann Evans goes along to visit 78 Derngate. ...

Doll’s House Delight

Ann Evans January 27, 2020 Doll’s House Delight2020-01-26T10:41:25+00:00 Art No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography. Doll’s houses and miniature world is a fascinating one – not for tiny tots, but for grown-ups as Ann Evans reveals. Did...

A Rather Unusual Telephone Box

Ann Evans January 20, 2020 A Rather Unusual Telephone Box2020-01-19T15:59:39+00:00 Art No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography It sounds bizarre but Ann Evans went along to Stratford-upon-Avon to see the unveiling of a telephone box! The work of...

Snowdrop time!

Ann Evans January 13, 2020 Snowdrop time!2020-01-12T13:31:30+00:00 Coming Soon No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans is eagerly awaiting the first signs of spring when those snowdrops start peeking through. We know spring is on the...

Motor Shows Galore at Gaydon

Ann Evans January 6, 2020 Motor Shows Galore at Gaydon2020-01-06T12:16:25+00:00 Cars No Comment

Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall and the British Motor Museum If the motoring enthusiast of the family is planning ahead, Ann Evans has a host of events not to...

LOOKING BACK – AND AHEAD TO CRUFTS

Ann Evans December 30, 2019 LOOKING BACK – AND AHEAD TO CRUFTS2019-12-20T10:26:34+00:00 celebrations No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans looks back to her favourite article of the year. As 2019 draws to a close, it’s fascinating to look back...

Rob’s Favourite Article. Rugby Football takes top spot

Ann Evans December 23, 2019 Rob’s Favourite Article. Rugby Football takes top spot2019-12-23T09:17:59+00:00 Art No Comment

Photographer Rob Tysall has faced some photographic challenges over the years but his favourite article for 2019 here in B-C-ing-U is all about Rugby Football As a...

FAN-TASTIC FUN AT MCM COMIC CON

Ann Evans December 16, 2019 FAN-TASTIC FUN AT MCM COMIC CON2019-12-15T09:43:15+00:00 Art No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans provides a roundup of the MCM Comic Con show held recently at the Birmingham NEC The MCM Comic Con...

Have a magical Christmas at Hatton

Ann Evans December 9, 2019 Have a magical Christmas at Hatton2019-12-04T11:59:33+00:00 celebrations No Comment

Youngsters will have an enchanted time at Hatton this year, Ann Evans tells us what’s on offer. Celebrate a magical Christmas at Hatton Adventure World when the popular ‘Enchanted...

Enjoy a Real Victorian Christmas

Ann Evans December 2, 2019 Enjoy a Real Victorian Christmas2019-12-01T10:38:23+00:00 children No Comment

Ann Evans is hoping for to experience a traditional Victorian Christmas over at Ironbridge. Take a trip back in time to experience a real Victorian Christmas with the...

A Place to Stay – Cotswold House Hotel & Spa

Ann Evans November 27, 2019 A Place to Stay – Cotswold House Hotel & Spa2019-11-25T10:27:26+00:00 architecture No Comment

Photos Courtesy of Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography. Ann Evans took a trip to the Cotswolds and discovered a luxurious and relaxing retreat in Chipping Camden. If you are...

Looking Forward to Crufts 2020

Ann Evans November 25, 2019 Looking Forward to Crufts 20202019-11-24T09:11:30+00:00 celebrations No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography. Every dog lover has heard of Crufts, but The Kennel Club’s work goes way beyond the famous show, as Ann Evans...

A TIMELY REMINDER FROM DOGS TRUST

Ann Evans November 18, 2019 A TIMELY REMINDER FROM DOGS TRUST2019-11-18T08:42:12+00:00 celebrations No Comment

Photographs courtesy of Dogs Trust Christmas is coming, and Ann Evans joins Dogs Trust in reminding everyone that a dog is for life, not just for Christmas. With Christmas...

LEAM COMIC CON

Ann Evans November 11, 2019 LEAM COMIC CON2019-11-11T08:48:56+00:00 Art No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Leamington Spa held it’s 5th Leam Comic Con recently, Ann Evans went along to see what it was all about....

Think you know your Rugby Football?

Ann Evans November 4, 2019 Think you know your Rugby Football?2019-11-03T09:33:53+00:00 Celebrities No Comment

Think you know all about the game of Rugby Football? Ann Evans has come up with some facts that may surprise you. Depending who you support, rugby...

Marvellous Miniatures at Miniatura

Ann Evans October 28, 2019 Marvellous Miniatures at Miniatura2019-10-28T15:14:46+00:00 Art No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans went along to the amazing Miniatura show and discovered some marvellous miniatures. Miniatura held its 73rd show...

A PLACE TO STAY – ASTLEY CASTLE

Ann Evans October 23, 2019 A PLACE TO STAY – ASTLEY CASTLE2019-10-19T12:21:07+01:00 architecture No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans discovers a unique holiday accommodation in Warwickshire It truly is a marriage of the ancient and...

THE LANTERN OF ARDEN

Ann Evans October 21, 2019 THE LANTERN OF ARDEN2019-10-19T10:36:57+01:00 architecture No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans takes a closer look at Astley’s St Mary the Virgin Church, once known as The Lantern of Arden. ...

A Hidden Gem in Warwickshire – Astley Castle

Ann Evans October 14, 2019 A Hidden Gem in Warwickshire – Astley Castle2019-10-14T08:47:21+01:00 architecture No Comment

Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography. Ann Evans reveals the fascinating story behind Astley Castle in Warwickshire. Like the phoenix risen from the ashes, Astley Castle has...

PLANES AND TRAINS AT GAYDON

Ann Evans October 7, 2019 PLANES AND TRAINS AT GAYDON2019-10-07T10:04:48+01:00 celebrations No Comment

Large model aircraft and model trains will soon be arriving at the British Motor Museum, Ann Evans reports. It won’t just be the amazing collection of...

BUILD YOUR DREAM AT MINIATURA

Ann Evans September 30, 2019 BUILD YOUR DREAM AT MINIATURA2019-09-29T17:11:28+01:00 Art No Comment

Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography. Ann Evans says prepare to be amazed by the craftsmanship displayed at the Miniatura Show. If you’ve...

DISCOVERING THE SPANISH TOWN OF COIN

Ann Evans September 23, 2019 DISCOVERING THE SPANISH TOWN OF COIN2019-09-23T09:29:17+01:00 celebrations 1 Comment

Ann Evans catches up with friends who have moved to Coin in Malaga, Spain. The Andalusian region of Spain is always a popular spot for...

ANCIENT ANIMAL POUND RE-OPENS IN COVENTRY

Ann Evans September 16, 2019 ANCIENT ANIMAL POUND RE-OPENS IN COVENTRY2019-09-16T15:47:04+01:00 celebrations No Comment

The problem of stray animals is nothing new as Ann Evans discovers as a 400-year-old animal pound is reopened in Coventry. Marking the start of Coventry’s...

COVENTRY’S LADY GODIVA The City of Coventry is famous for many things, Ann Evans tell the story of its most famous woman – Lady Godiva.

Ann Evans September 9, 2019 COVENTRY’S LADY GODIVA The City of Coventry is famous for many things, Ann Evans tell the story of its most famous woman – Lady Godiva.2019-09-06T12:56:16+01:00 architecture No Comment

A visit to Coventry would not be complete without discovering the city’s most famous woman from history, Lady Godiva. A bronze statue in her honour stands...