A Somerset couple, Ray and Win Booth, are marking an extraordinary milestone: 80 years of marriage. Their journey began in 1943 during World War II and culminated in their wedding in 1946, making them one of the UK’s …
Olivia Thornton Paget, fondly known as Peggy, a former World War II Land Girl, celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by family, friends, and cherished memories. The milestone event took place at Ivybank House Care Home in …
This November, Sherborne Abbey will host an extraordinary exhibition that brings Britain’s wartime experiences to life through the art of knitting. The Longest Yarn 2 – Britain at War features 80 exquisitely crafted knitted …
Wells Cathedral is set to showcase a remarkable four-metre tapestry that pays tribute to the Black British, Caribbean, and African service personnel who contributed valiantly during World War II. The tapestry, titled Tapestry …
Wells Cathedral will come alive with music and memories on November 1 as Somerset marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with a touching Festival of Remembrance. This significant event, organized by the …
Sybil Tucker, a stalwart volunteer and fundraiser for Salisbury Hospital’s Stars Appeal, recently celebrated her 100th birthday—a remarkable milestone marked by decades of selfless giving. For over 20 years, Sybil has been a …
An impressive sequel to the successful exhibition of knitted D-Day scenes, The Longest Yarn 2 – Britain at War, presents an array of captivating scenes depicting wartime Britain, created by knitters from across the UK and …