Hopes Rising for Warwick’s Folk Festival
While organisers of the Warwick Folk Festival are planning for the event to go ahead this summer, the emphasis is still on playing it safe. Ann Evans has...
British Motor Museum wins prestigious award
It’s another award for the British Motor Museum in Gaydon, Warwickshire. Ann Evans has the details. The British Motor Museum has won a prestigious Royal Automobile...
FORGE MILL NEEDLE MUSEUM
Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography As we optimistically look forward to days out during 2021, Ann Evans suggests you add Forge Mill in Redditch to your...
Rob’s Favourite Article of 2020. A Rather Unusual Telephone Box
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...
THE MAD MUSEUM. Ann’s Favourite Article of 2020.
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...
Hatton Shopping Village welcomes new businesses
Five new businesses have opened at Hatton Shopping Village in Warwickshire, Ann Evans has the details. Hatton Shopping Village, the quintessentially English shopping village, is welcoming several...
The Incredible Gardens at Cliveden
Photos: Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography If you are travelling to Buckinghamshire Ann Evans suggests you take time to visit Cliveden Gardens. There’s so much to say about...
Honouring Our Canine Military Heroes
Photos courtesy of NMWDM (UK) and Rob Tysall As we honour and remember all those brave men and women who have served in the Armed Services, lets also...
Coventry Remembers – 80 Years on
Ann Evans’ home city of Coventry commemorates a very important – yet terrible time in the City’s history, 14th November 1940 – The Coventry Blitz. It has been...
Spooky Half Term at Stratford Butterfly Farm
For half-term and Halloween fun, head to Stratford-upon-Avon’s award-winning Butterfly Farm, Ann Evans has the details. Visitors can enjoy a spooky half term at Stratford’s Butterfly Farm from...
A Visit to Allesley Park, Coventry
Ann Evans continues to explore Coventry’s parks. This week we visit Allesley Park. While many of us are not venturing much further than our own doorsteps at the...
Explore Coventry’s War Memorial Park
Ann Evans continues to explore Coventry’s parks, join her at the War Memorial Park. Coventry’s War Memorial Park has been a popular place to walk, relax, exercise...
Caludon Castle Park
Photos by Rob Tysall and Ann Evans Ann Evans discovers the local parks in Coventry; this week it’s Caludon Castle Park. If nothing else, the restrictions imposed...
It’s All Happening at Hatton and Gaydon
Whilst things are changing on a daily basis due to Covid-19, three Covid – safe events are planned for the coming weekends around Warwick. Ann Evans has...
Have a MAD Weekend!
Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall and the MAD Museum. Ann Evans shares the great news that Stratford-upon-Avon’s award-winning MAD Museum is once again open to the public. The...
Marwell Zoo unveils its new Wallaby Walkthrough.
Despite rain and global pandemic, Marwell Zoo soldiers on, as Ann Evans reports. Marwell Zoo near Winchester in Hampshire has unveiled a new and improved habitat for...
COVENTRY’S HIDDEN RIVER
New life is to be breathed into Coventry’s hidden River Sherbourne, Ann Evans looks to its past, its present and its future. Even if you were born...
Miniatura’s Autumn Disappointment
Photographs by Rob Tysall. Ann Evans brings the latest news for miniature fans. It’s another disappointment for dolls house fans as the UK’s top dolls house...
HeyHeyUp! Bilko’s Back – Bigger and Better!
Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall and Steve Everett. Ann Evans reports that Coventry’s Sgt. Bilko Vintage Emporium and Phil Silvers Archival Museum are back in business. Like...
Miniatura’s Little Peep into the Future
Photos by Rob Tysall. The UK’s top dolls house show is hoping their Autumn Show will be a huge success, Ann Evans reports. Like so many shows...
The British Motor Museum Reopens!
Ann Evans reports on more good news with the British Motor Museum’s phased reopening. The British Motor Museum at Gaydon, Warwickshire is delighted to announce that it has...
Gently Does It at Stratford Butterfly Farm
Ann Evans shares the good news of Stratford Butterfly Farm emerging from lockdown in all its splendour. As Covid restrictions are gradually eased and life takes on some...
Go wild – it’s good for you!
Will you be taking part in 30 Days Wild with The Wildlife Trust in June? Ann Evans points out just how good it is for us. ...
A Walk on the Wild Side
Photos by Rob Tysall, Tysall’s Photography. Ann Evans asks how you are spending that precious hour out of lockdown. While life as we knew it has been...
AMAZING MECCANO!
Photos courtesy of Rob Tysall of Tysall’s Photography Ann Evans reminds us of the absorbing activity of Meccano – but it’s not just a childhood memory. ...
West Midlands Tourism Awards Success
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...
Charles Rennie Mackintosh house to be extended.
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
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. ...
LOOKING BACK – AND AHEAD TO CRUFTS
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...
FAN-TASTIC FUN AT MCM COMIC CON
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
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 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
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
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
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
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?
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
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 Hidden Gem in Warwickshire – Astley Castle
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...
BUILD YOUR DREAM AT MINIATURA
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...