
Alex Corlett
Assistant Features Editor at The People's Friend
Head of News at The People's Friend
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Dec 26, 2024 |
thepeoplesfriend.co.uk | Alex Corlett
For Scots, New Year’s Eve comes with its own traditions and meaning. Let’s take a look at the history of Hogmanay. Although the exact point Hogmanay reached Scotland is unclear, it’s thought the Vikings had something to do with it. As with many northern cultures, they placed particular emphasis on the time around the winter solstice and threw celebrations to mark the passing of the darkest day. Around the 8th or 9th century, they were especially influential around the coast of Scotland.
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May 15, 2024 |
thepeoplesfriend.co.uk | Alex Corlett
Thankfully mental health is something that is being talked about more and more, but just what should you do to help maintain your own wellbeing?
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Mar 14, 2024 |
thepeoplesfriend.co.uk | Alex Corlett
On St Patrick’s Day, we’re revisiting Neil McAllister’s trip to the Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland. We followed the High Mournes Scenic Loop to combine some easy motoring, scenic sightseeing and a few easy ambles below the peaks. The road passes Tollymore Forest Park, where the £5 parking charge may discourage casual visitors! However, it’s a great place to park up for the day to enjoy many miles of marked trails. Beyond Bryansford, we cut on to a beautiful lane beside the Shimna River.
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Jul 6, 2023 |
thepeoplesfriend.co.uk | Alex Corlett
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Jul 6, 2023 |
tinyurl.com | Alex Corlett
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