400-Year-Old Somerset Pub Revitalized as a Community Library Saturday, May 23, 2026 somerset pub library historic transformation community heritage preservation books revitalization A 400-year-old pub in Somerset, long left empty and neglected, has been beautifully transformed into a welcoming community library. This historic building, once a lively gathering spot for locals, has been given a new lease … Read More
‘Village treasure’ telephone box library in Churchill destroyed by car Monday, May 11, 2026 churchill telephone library community books accident redbox heritage restoration landmark The quaint village of Churchill has lost one of its cherished landmarks after a car collided with its iconic red telephone box, which had been repurposed as a community library. For years, this small but meaningful structure … Read More
Bath Hotel Unveils Bookworm’s Retreat Featuring Curated Gift from Local Bookshop Wednesday, February 18, 2026 bath hotel bookshop retreat books reading literary gift collaboration culture A charming hotel in the historic city of Bath has launched a special bookworm’s retreat, designed for guests who love to unwind with a good read. In collaboration with one of Bath’s renowned independent bookshops, the hotel … Read More
Bath Bookshop Owner Shares Tea Etiquette Tale from Queen Camilla's Visit Wednesday, February 18, 2026 queen camilla persephone books bath tea etiquette literature royal gift Queen Camilla recently made a memorable visit to Persephone Books, an independent publisher and bookshop in Bath, where a small tea-time etiquette moment unfolded. Francesca Beauman, managing director and historian, shared … Read More
Bath Bookshop Owner Shares Tea Etiquette Experience with Queen Camilla Wednesday, February 18, 2026 queen tea etiquette bath persephone books visit literature camilla royal Francesca Beauman, managing director of the independent publisher Persephone Books in Bath, recently experienced a memorable moment with Queen Camilla during her visit to the bookshop. As part of a city tour that included the … Read More
Reading Takes Centre Stage as Santa’s Grotto Transforms into a Magical Christmas Library Sunday, December 7, 2025 santa grotto christmas reading children literacy storytime books noahsark holiday This Christmas, Santa’s Grotto at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm has undergone a charming transformation, evolving from a traditional festive attraction into a sparkling literary haven. The newly designed space invites children and … Read More