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    Occasions & Gifting

    You only retire once – 17 unforgettable ways to mark the occasion

    September 7, 2020 / No Comments

    You only retire once. And after years of toiling away, this is the time to experience those things you just didn’t have time for before. So from muscle cars to Michelin-starred feasts, we’ve put together the very best ways to celebrate your newfound freedom.  #1. Work on your handicap Been struggling to find the time to get out on the links? Well, now’s your chance. Take a 60 minute golf lesson with a PGA professional and you’ll be chipping like a champion and putting with the pros in no time. Fore! #2. Fly high with fizz Feel on top of the world as you celebrate with a loved one at…

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    Friday Fun: All I Want for Christmas…[Video]

    December 21, 2012
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    Christmas comes early for a young unsung hero

    November 25, 2020
    A Christmas party look from Benefit

    Christmas Party Look from Benefit

    November 16, 2016
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    Adventure,  Lifestyle

    The A-Z of kids summer holiday experiences (that grown-ups enjoy too

    August 6, 2020 / No Comments

    We believe in living life to the letter, especially when it comes to summer.  But it’s not just grown-ups that deserve memorable experiences, kids do too. So with the summer holidays upon us and August Bank Holiday just around the corner, here’s our A-Z of kids summer holiday experiences.  Don’t worry, there’s plenty of things for ‘big kids’ to enjoy as well. A Alice’s Queen of Hearts Themed Afternoon Tea A must for fans of Lewis Carrol’s iconic fairy tale, indulge in Alice-themed cakes in the most majestic surroundings. Just watch out for the menacing monarch.  Dine inside a fairy tale at Alice’s Queen of Hearts Themed Afternoon Tea for…

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    Horse Riding – Western Style!

    June 18, 2014
    See what it takes for hot air ballooning to be able to happen!

    Hot Air Ballooning: Meet the Makers

    August 19, 2016
    Hot Air Ballooning

    Q&A with Jon Rudoni: Director at Balloons Over Britain

    August 26, 2016
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    Lifestyle

    Q&A With Piglet’s Pantry – Afternoon Tea at Home

    August 4, 2020 / No Comments

    There’s nothing quite like sitting down and enjoying an afternoon tea, whether it be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home, or out in the fresh air with a picnic. Great news is, there are many ways you can tuck into the sweet (and savoury) treat, in fact there are 101 ways you can enjoy an afternoon tea. We’ve interviewed the team over at Piglet’s Pantry who offer a Traditional Afternoon Tea for Two at Home and a Traditional Afternoon Tea at Home for Four so you can find out more about the family run business. 1. How did Piglets Pantry start?  Piglets started as a seed of an…

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    Countdown to Christmas at Kew Gardens

    November 26, 2014

    Four Fun Things to Do Before the End of the Summer Holidays

    August 22, 2014

    Love Stories: How Did Your Parents Meet?

    February 13, 2013
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    Lifestyle

    101 ways to celebrate afternoon tea – Afternoon Tea Week (10th – 16th August)

    July 13, 2020 / No Comments

    Ever had that sinking feeling in the afternoon? Well, that’s exactly how Anna Russell, the Duchess of Bedford, felt during her 17th-century afternoons. At the time, it was normal to have two meals a day and dinner wasn’t served until 8 o’clock. The duchess was becoming, understandably, rather peckish.  After trying it out privately in her boudoir, she began inviting friends over to enjoy tea and ‘a light refreshment’. Suffice to say, the rest is history. Fast-forward to present day and we’re honouring this national institution with the annual Afternoon Tea Week. So, what better way to celebrate than by raising your china cup, spreading a scone and getting involved.…

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    Salt Awareness Week 2013 – Some Handy Seasoning Alternatives

    March 11, 2013

    Three Popular New Year’s Resolutions

    January 3, 2014
    Have a go at our easy Easter baking recipe, for some homemade goodies this year!

    Easy Easter Baking

    April 1, 2015
  • box of chocolates
    Lifestyle

    Experiences that hit the sweet spot – World Chocolate Day (7th July)

    July 3, 2020 / No Comments

    “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” Forrest Gump Arguably, a statement that’s even more poignant today than it was back in 1994. But one thing has remained consistent over the past 26 years: the smooth and comforting taste of chocolate.  Today is #WorldChocolateDay and to join in the festivities, we’re pointing you towards some of our favourite experiences. Not only that, we’re taking a deep-dive into chocolate’s velvety past and answering some of life’s stickiest questions. So whether you’re hosting your own chocolate afternoon tea or making homemade treats for a loved one, here are some of the best ways to join…

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    101 ways to celebrate afternoon tea – Afternoon Tea Week (10th – 16th August)

    July 13, 2020

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    January 5, 2015
    Team RLD headed to London's Spitalfields market to Spun Candy tot try out their masterclass.

    Calling All Candy Lovers

    April 15, 2015
  • two national trust chaits
    Lifestyle

    National Trust turns 125 – celebrate as many breathtaking spots reopen

    June 24, 2020 / No Comments

    “We all want quiet. We all want beauty… We all need space. Unless we have it, we cannot reach that sense of quiet in which whispers of better things come to us gently.” Octavia Hill, Co-founder of the National Trust Well, step outside and take a breath of fresh air because this year marks the 125th anniversary of the National Trust. And, with lockdown measures relaxing, what better way to celebrate than by visiting some of Europe’s most breathtaking sites?  Here’s what you need to know before planning your visit: Which National Trust sites are open? Firstly, all of their free-to-enter coast and countryside places are open and available to…

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    June 10, 2016

    8 Interesting Facts About Sherlock Holmes

    January 20, 2014

    Rebecca Romero: A Red Letter Days Exclusive Cycling Experience

    June 19, 2013
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