Built in 1860, St. Oswald’s Place, formerly home to “The Lambeth School of Art”, where the Prince of Wales laid the foundation stone for the premises and Vincent Van Gogh is thought to have attended art classes, has just come onto the market for the first time in years with leading central London agents Harris Le Beau. Studio One, is one of six properties that now make up the former school. The stunning home renovated by Tobias Hestler, 52, and his partner, Alexander Wegner, 54, offers a magnificent light-filled space that forms part of a grade II* listed Victorian school building. Converted…
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Initiative is part of a wider engagement and recognition strategy with franchisees Stores in London, Manchester, Glasgow, Chelmsford, Canterbury & Shipley on list The QSR business is also running a number of consumer initiatives Chicken Cottage – the first UK QSR to introduce halal chicken options – turns 30 on June 26th Bosses at Chicken Cottage are to mark the company’s 30th anniversary by swapping the office for the frontline to join forces with a host of their franchisees. The ‘back to the shop floor’ operation on June 26th will see all of the company’s HQ staff heading to more than 20 stores…
Neighbours actor and Americana musician Alan Fletcher, best known for his role as Dr. Karl Kennedy, is bringing his latest tour to London in July. On July 11th he will play at The Bedford, Balham with a full band. The Australian entertainer has become a household name after almost 30 years in the same role on Ramsey Street – he is the longest-running character on the soap. And alongside his commitment to the show he continues to showcase his talent as an all-round entertainer with new music and his latest tour, Alan Fletcher and Special Friends. His comedic new single,…
In May 2024, the EU opened a formal investigation into Facebook and Instagram, accusing the platforms Meta owned of causing addictive behaviour in children. With the summer holidays around the corner, it’s a given that children will be spending more time on screens. But what can parents do to encourage safe social media use? Here, Kristian Torode, Director and Co-Founder of communication specialist Crystaline, offers his advice. The European Commission, the EU’s tech regulator, said it suspected Facebook and Instagram “may stimulate behavioural addictions in children” and lead to the so-called “rabbit hole” effect — which occurs when users are…
ONYX Hospitality Group has unveiled Shama Hub, an extension of its leading serviced apartment brand, Shama. This new revolutionary concept transforms the fundamental nature of accommodation. More than just a place to stay, Shama Hub offers a lifestyle that celebrates creativity, flexibility, and community engagement. “At Shama Hub, we believe in providing more than just a roof over your head; we offer an experience that defines you,” says Yuthachai Charanachitta, CEO of ONYX Hospitality Group. “Our serviced apartments are meticulously designed to be practical for real living, ranging from studios to larger living spaces, ensuring comfort and functionality for our…
PocketSquare – the east London rooftop bar with skyline terrace – has launched a summer cocktail menu inspired by innovation, botany and sustainability in London. The new menu is complemented by a collection of art installations across the alfresco terrace and bar. Situated in Whitechapel at the heart of east London, PocketSquare has taken inspiration for its summer cocktail menu from London stories and initiatives that chime with the bar’s focus on innovation, botanicals, organics and sustainability. A diverse mix of influences sees cocktails inspired by everything from gardens and farms to inventors and artists. Underlying the cocktail menu is the PocketSquare…
MSC Cruises will broadcast the summer 2024 football championship matches live aboard its Mediterranean and European sailings from 14 June to 14 July Additional themed activities and special events will be organised onboard for the whole family, including penalty shoot-outs and football trivia challenges Families could save more than £4,000 by opting for a cruise versus a trip to Germany to catch the action For families torn between kicking back in front of the football and soaking up some much-needed sunshine, MSC Cruises has just the ticket. The award-winning cruise line has announced that it will be screening the summer…
MATCH DAY SUPPLIES – DELIVERED IN MINUTES Gopuff Scores Big: Daily Euros Offers with Up To 97% Off for Shoppers Gopuff, the leading instant grocery delivery service, is offering daily deals at unbeatable prices for the Euros 2024. With savings on your favourite snacks, drinks, and tipples with up to 97% off, you can take advantage of these huge discounts which are available throughout the tournament until 14 July 2024. With more than half of the nation tuning in for the England v Serbia game last Sunday* Gopuff is ensuring that you can stay focused on the rest of the big…
Love Island fans are in for a treat this summer as TV’s most talked about show opens the doors to its first ever Love Island Pop-Up Shop at Bluewater Shopping Centre next Tuesday 25th June and running for an exclusive four-week period. Love Island continues to capture the hearts of viewers with its eleventh series currently airing on ITV2 and ITVX every Sunday-Friday at 9pm amassing over 46.3 million streams. The launch episode was also watched by 3.3 million viewers. This exciting Pop-Up shop provides a haven for Love Island fans as they have an opportunity to purchase a variety of synonymous products seen on screen…
Tradesperson champion MyBuilder.com calls for promotion of skilled trades as a career – as the construction industry faces skills shortages Tradesperson champion MyBuilder.com is calling on the next Government to encourage young people to consider a career in the skilled trades – as the UK faces a crisis due to skills shortages. GCSE exam season is well underway and young Brits are considering their next steps. Many students are currently encouraged by schools to head into further education and university rather than considering trades as a viable – and lucrative – career prospect. Currently, the trades are not promoted as an option…