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2 months ago | 
gloucestershirelive.co.uk | Rory Bennett |Shashana Brown
A picturesque West Country village is an ideal destination for a day trip. Just an hour's drive from the Gloucestershire border, the charming Freshford in Somerset is nestled amidst lush woodlands, verdant pastures and the serene River Frome. Even residents of nearby Bath, renowned for its breathtaking views, are drawn to Freshford's beauty.
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2 months ago | 
express.co.uk | Rory Bennett |Chloe Holmwood |Vita Molyneux
undefined (Image: Getty)Despite the widespread loss of historic buildings across the country, replaced by towering blocks and sprawling housing estates, Kent still boasts pockets of preserved history that transport visitors back in time. Some villages are so steeped in antiquity, one might feel as though they've arrived via a Tardis rather than conventional transport. Chilham is one such gem, nestled along the idyllic Great Stour River, a mere nine miles from the historic city of Canterbury.
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2 months ago | 
kentlive.news | Rory Bennett |Chloe Holmwood
While many parts of the country have seen a significant loss of historic buildings, making way for tower blocks and housing estates, there are still a number of places in Kent which will make a visitor feel like they have stepped back in time. There are some villages, in fact, where you feel like you have travelled to them via a Tardis rather than by train or car.
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Jan 18, 2025 | 
mylondon.news | Veronique Hawksworth |Rory Bennett
London's nightlife has seen a dramatic transformation over the past few decades. From the rave culture of the 90s to the alternative scene of the mid-noughties and early 2010s, London's nightlife has served as a breeding ground for the UK music industry for years. Whether you've always lived in London or only visited for a big night out, the city's nightlife has long been a staple of British youth's formative years, with every small venue and massive club night offering something unique.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
mylondon.news | Kieran Davey |Rory Bennett
Living in London can sometimes make the rolling green fields feel a million miles away. The UK is chock-full of stunning spots, from coastal gems to quaint villages that offer a respite from the hustle and bustle, but they can often be tricky to get to due to their remote locations and lacklustre transport links. However, the charming town of Freshford is easier to reach thanks to having its own train station.
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Jul 26, 2024 | 
msn.com | Rory Bennett
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Jul 26, 2024 | 
mylondon.news | Rory Bennett
Echoing across the forecourt of Percival House is the collective anger of nearly a hundred residents of Perivale. Ealing Council's building is hit with a barrage of furious slogans carried by a mass of outraged voices who declare that enough is enough. The issue they gathered to protest on that rainy afternoon was the proliferation of houses of multiple occupancy or HMOs. They hurl chants like "No more HMOs", "Say 'no' to HMOs" and "Perivale is not for sale".
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Jul 20, 2024 | 
mylondon.news | Kieran Davey |Rory Bennett
Your behaviour on the London Underground might reveal more about you than you think. Are you a chatty Cathy, striking up conversations with fellow passengers, or do you prefer to keep to yourself, eyes glued to your shoes and ears filled with music? Do you find others inconsiderate, or perhaps believe you're entitled to special treatment? And what's your ultimate Tube journey destination? These factors can hint at your personality and even suggest which Underground station you'd be.
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Jul 17, 2024 | 
mylondon.news | Rory Bennett
A family of four has been left without proper use of their kitchen for nearly a year after their landlord failed to make necessary repairs. Cesar Medina says he and his family couldn't properly celebrate Christmas at home and have been forced to regularly eat takeaway since part of their kitchen's ceiling collapsed in August 2023.
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Jul 16, 2024 | 
mylondon.news | Rory Bennett
A wildlife trust in Hillingdon has raised 'concerns' about the council's management of a local Nature Reserve. Members of the Ruislip Woods Trust (RWT) questioned councillors at a recent full council meeting about their handling of personnel and plans for the maintenance of the woods. According to the RWT, the council has failed to make the necessary recruitments to ensure Ruislip Woods is well managed which includes leaving a Woodland Officer role vacant since December 2023.
