To most people dolls houses are designed for the amusement of children or collectors, and serve no real purpose other than to keep one occupied; or, in the case of children, out of mischief. However, just a little research into the history of the dolls house reveals a far more interesting background than one might imagine. Spanning across thousands of years, the humble dolls house…
After years in the wilderness – sherry is back on the most wanted list Traditionally seen as the preserve of old ladies – sherry is rapidly shedding its fusty old image to become one of the trendiest drinks in town. Britain is starting to embrace the food culture of Spain – not just holidays on the Costa del Sol. Tapas restaurants continue to pop up…
With close to 2 million visitors a year, South Africa’s capital city, Cape Town, is fast becoming one of the largest tourist hotspots in the world. The country’s great exchange rate offers a great value holiday for your money, and coupled with the fact that it’s in the same time zone as the UK — so British tourists don’t suffer the effects of jet lag…
Just think — festive decorations, the smell of mince pies baking in the oven, and a Christmas tree surrounded by Christmas toys and gifts of all shapes and sizes. It’s a classic image; but when you have children to buy for it can sometimes seem as though Christmas Eve will never come, and you will be forever walking round the shops trying to find those…
Criminal records, marriage records, birth records, and any other public records are accessible to the any record user who has reasons and purpose in acquiring such documents. People encounter different kinds of people everyday. Some of them may create transactions with them or may become a part of their daily living. Some may even be part of the family. But some people are suspicious and…
Suffolk is bursting with tasty food and drink products that you are encouraged to seek out and enjoy. You can be sure that it will add something truly special to your visit. Whilst you’ll come across a few household names, many producers will be noted for their quality products within food and drink enthusiast circles, on a regional basis or even in their local area.…
A criticism often levelled at golf and golf courses is that in order to maintain their pristine condition and perfect putting greens, they are not good partners with the environment and wildlife. If that were ever true, modern and forward thinking golf clubs in the UK appreciate the benefits of both people and wildlife of working with the natural environment. The British and International Golf…
It is summertime and the holiday season looms, but there is always the dilemma of what to pack and what to leave behind. With the restrictions on luggage, this has become even more important. There are a couple of options available to you: buy your wardrobe at your destination; take a change of clothes and wash the spare set every day; or invest in a…
Nothing is more summery or more classic than a crisp, cool linen dress. The height of summer chic, linen hangs beautifully but unlike cotton has more substance and rigidity making it excellent for classic shaped dresses. Because linen is a more open-weave cloth, it tends to need a more tailored approach to its design, but that doesn’t mean that you will always look like you…
There’s something about cotton dresses that epitomises British summertime. Ideal for the changeable British weather, they cool and relax in the rare hot days that we have and look equally good with a cardigan, a jacket or a blouse, keeping you cosy and dry on those colder, rainy July days. They give a bright, colourful, cheerful impression, while offering a patterned look in the most…