ROCKING AROUND THE LEGO® CHRISTMAS TREE! THE LEGOLAND® WINDSOR RESORT UNVEILS SPECTACULAR CENTREPIECE AHEAD OF A BRICK-TASTIC HOLIDAY SEASON The LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort unveils first-look images of its incredible 33ft tall Christmas tree built using 364,481 LEGO® and DUPLO® bricks, complete with a dazzling 80kg LEGO star LEGOLAND at Christmas opens to the public on selected dates from November 23rd – January 4th The festive season has officially arrived at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort after talented model makers at the UK’s favourite family theme park unveiled a spectacular Christmas tree built from 364,481 LEGO® and DUPLO® bricks. Standing at almost 33ft tall, the…
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Banish those January blues and dust off your dancing shoes as Burns Night celebrations two-step their way to Leytonstone in East London. Ready to Gay Gordon your way into 2025? The beloved Deeney’s X Wee Movers Burns Night spectacular is back for its third toe-tapping year, and it’s already proving to be the hottest ticket in town. With both family daytime sessions selling out within just 48 hours of release, eager celebrants are now turning their attention to the evening Burns Supper and Ceilidh. In a twist that would make Rabbie Burns himself smile, this Highland hootenanny finds a new…
Social Bite Festival of Kindness Seeks LONDONERS to HELP RAISE OVER 10,000 DONATIONS FOR PEOPLE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS Social Bite’s gift drive has started on the Strand, providing Christmas gifts, meals, and essentials for people who are homeless and vulnerable The charity is calling for local performers and community groups to raise awareness of its Festival of Kindness initiative Social Bite is inviting locals to demonstrate greater kindness than ever before Leading homelessness charity, Social Bite, is calling on kind-hearted London performers of all ages to help raise over 10,000 gifts, meals and essential items for those experiencing homelessness this Christmas…
New data shows that 93.5% of patients under Surrey and Sussex Healthcare trust have not been treated following a cancelled operation, within the standard 28 day waiting period. Patient Claim Line, analysed the latest NHS Statistics regarding cancelled operations across England between July and September 2024. The data shows that nearly a quarter of patients (23%) were not treated within 28 days of their operation being cancelled. Out of 21,249 patients facing cancelled operations, 4,825 patients were still waiting to be treated over 28 days later. NHS Trusts most in breach of standard 28 day waiting time following a cancelled…
REUBEN MURRAY’S ADA PORTRAIT IS AWARDED THE CASS ART PRIZE MORE THAN 120 YEARS OF SUPPORTING ARTISTS Rising British artist Reuben Murray has won the first ever Cass Art Prize 2024. The Prize has been created by leading art supply retailer Cass Art, continuing the Cass family’s monumental legacy of supporting artists for over 120 years. From art inspired by refugee camps and made in mental health units to National Portrait Gallery Portrait Award 2024 nominees – The Cass Art Prize’s 2024 shortlist was a celebration of British art’s diversity, resilience and impact. Work by the nominated artists, from across…
The Enduring Charm of Country Style Country interior styles hold an enduring charm that blends warmth and nostalgia, making them timelessly appealing. Characterised by natural materials, cosy textiles, and a soothing palette of earthy and pastel tones, this style creates a welcoming atmosphere that connects homeowners to a sense of heritage and nature. In 2025, as people continue to seek comfort and authenticity in their homes, country interiors will remain popular for their balance of rustic and refined elements. Country Romance Turin collection, 650 – Powder from £73 per m2, Riviera Home UK Layering with rugs and accessories can help…
LEICHT Contracts, one of the UK’s leading providers of German engineered kitchen furniture to the new build and regeneration construction market report on the latest interior trends shaping the UK home next year. Sarah Edwards, Managing Director UK at LEICHT Contracts explains, “The contracts market continues to be governed by a need for future-proof design, which supports UK building regulations and other factors such as demographics, cultural trends, lifestyle preferences, and community dynamics. Luxury property trends in 2025 are therefore looking at next-level design, where both style and function of the furniture are now viewed as one. Contributing to the creation of nurturing home environments…
Nowy Styl and Kusch+Co unveiled 20 new products and finishes at Orgatec 2024, featuring bold new colours and designs to inspire dynamic, collaborative workspaces. Nowy Styl and Kusch+Co, two leading brands in the office furniture industry welcomed visitors to their joint stand at Orgatec 2024. Together, they showcased 20 new products from various categories, each designed to elevate user experiences and add vibrancy to workspaces, both in functionality and design. This year’s stand has been thoughtfully designed, perfectly aligning with Nowy Styl and Kusch+Co’s motto for the fair ‘Relations, Colour, Life’ to encourage connections and cultivate interpersonal relationships in the…
Colour Your Life Workshop with Shama Social Club ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading management company for luxury hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and residences in Southeast Asia, is driving the continued growth of its Shama brand. As part of its ongoing effort to elevate the guest experience, Shama – ONYX Hospitality Group’s premier serviced apartment brand – is launching an exclusive activity under the “Live Your Blended Life at Shama” campaign: a “COLOUR Your Life” experience. This initiative is designed to further establish Shama as a true home-away-from-home, providing guests with the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and a sense of…
Seven trends that will define African hospitality experiences in 2025 Africa’s hospitality sector has long offered unparalleled experiences to travellers from abroad. This is particularly true for British and European holidaymakers. Almost 150,000 European tourists had visited South Africa by February 2024 and this year’s United Nations Tourism Report notes increasing European interest in East and West Africa destinations. British and German tourists are trendsetters from their respective regions, their changing values and preferences set the tone for those seeking meaningful and immersive experiences that resonate with modern environmental, social, and cultural values. These trends line up well with what…