Flower-filled walk under 2 hours from Bath feels like being in Jane Austen book Monday, February 16, 2026 snowdrops cotswolds blenheim walking bath february winter janeausten gardens heritage Escape the winter gloom with a stunning walk through the Cotswolds, less than two hours from Bath, where early blooms transform the landscape into a springtime paradise. While February often seems too cold and dull for … Read More
Enchanting Snowdrop Walk Just Under Two Hours from Bath Feels Straight Out of a Jane Austen Novel Monday, February 16, 2026 snowdrops blenheim cotswolds walking bath gardens heritage janeausten winter family As February’s gray skies linger, a special walk in the Cotswolds offers a welcome burst of natural beauty and fresh spring promise—just 1 hour and 40 minutes from Bath. While winter walks often feel bleak with dormant trees … Read More
Somerset Animal Sanctuary Urgently Seeks Support as Hay Prices Double Sunday, February 15, 2026 sanctuary hay animals winter donations somerset farming forage charity wildlife Ferne Animal Sanctuary, located near Chard in Somerset, has launched an urgent appeal to raise funds for 1,000 bales of hay, following a critical shortage caused by soaring prices. The sanctuary, which cares for more than 300 … Read More
Tabby Stoecker: From Circus Acrobat to Olympic Skeleton Star Wednesday, February 11, 2026 skeleton circus olympics acrobatics trapeze teamgb universityofbath winter athlete milanocortina sport Tabitha ‘Tabby’ Stoecker’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Once a child circus star training in North London, the 25-year-old acrobat has now traded in her flying trapeze for the high-speed skeleton sled. Based at … Read More
Mary Berry’s 30-Minute Sausage Dinner: A Fresh Take on a Classic Monday, January 19, 2026 maryberry sausage hotpot dinner recipe quickmeal comfortfood winter cooking family Bangers and mash are a beloved British classic, but sometimes it’s time to refresh tradition with a new twist. As chilly winter nights settle in, families crave hearty, warming dinners that are ready fast without lingering in … Read More
Somerset’s Own ‘Cool Runnings’ Star: From School Ski Trip to Olympic Dream Saturday, January 17, 2026 bobsleigh olympics skiing mendip sports britain winter adventure rowing athlete sport Jens Hullah’s remarkable journey to the world of bobsleigh began humbly on a school trip to Mendip Activity Centre’s dry ski slope. Now based in Shipham, Somerset, Jens is on the fast track towards representing Great Britain … Read More