There is plenty about Cambridge is worth talking about, so it's no surprising that we do it a lot. There's the university, the shops, the restaurants, but more importantly it's the people who are the soul of this beautiful city we get to call home. We all know what it's like to be stuck on the A14, or to have laughed at someone falling off a punt and these are the things that make us who we are. Say it loud and say it proud, we are Cantabrigian's and we love it. No matter if you live in the centre or outlying villages, you will have experienced all these things from growing up in Cambridgeshire. The 48 things everyone from Cambridge will have thought, said and done at some point 1. Protect Cambridge against any comment about Oxford being better It's not. Plain and simple it is not better than Cambridge. 2. Taken a picture of one of the famous landmarks You may see King's College everyday of your life but it doesn't make it any less Instagrammable. 3. Spent a sunny day at Jesus … [Read more...] about The 48 things people from Cambridgeshire all think, say and do
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The 50 best hotels in Wales in 2019
When it comes to getting away from it all in Wales, you are spoilt for choice. We have everything on our doorstep from a stunning coastline and rugged mountains to bustling market towns and brilliant tourist attractions. Whether you're holidaying with the kids, having a romantic trip with your partner, celebrating a special occasion or off for a weekend with the girls, here are some of the most perfect hotels that you should consider booking. Listed in no particular order, you'll definitely be talking about them long after you check out. 1. Llansantffraed Court, Abergavenny Who said country house hotels had to be stuffy? Not so. This gorgeous venue at Llanvihangel Gobion, near Abergavenny, is a relaxed place to stay where you can escape from the stresses of modern life. Approached via a long drive and with a walled Victorian kitchen garden, the stunning property has 21 bedrooms split over two floors and accessed by a lift - and they all have views of the grounds, lake and mountains … [Read more...] about The 50 best hotels in Wales in 2019
Things to do with the kids in and around Manchester: An A-Z of days out
We all know Greater Manchester is truly great so it's no wonder so many people choose to raise their families here. But while your younger self might have fallen in love with the city's music, or nightlife, if you have children, then it becomes a whole new ball game. Suddenly you find yourself in places and parks you never knew existed and quite often searching for decent places to entertain the big and little kids in your group. The M.E.N's Manchester Family is used to finding places for children to go and you can keep up to date by following on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram @familymanc. As well as having guides to everything from the best parks , playgrounds and family walks , we also share a list of events happening each weekend. If you fancy crazy golf , a wild day out , a trip to a farm or petting zoo, or you want to know which castles are good for a family day out, then we've got those covered too. And if you want to head indoors out of the rain, that happens a lot here, then … [Read more...] about Things to do with the kids in and around Manchester: An A-Z of days out
Cornwall left heartbroken by four young deaths in four days
Cornwall has been rocked to its core after the deaths of four young people in just four days, starting with a woman aged just 19. There has been an outpouring of heartbreak and condolences for the families who have lost loved ones in the most tragic of circumstances across Cornwall since Friday (March 15). Some knew those involved and paid moving personal tributes to them and expressed sympathies to their loved ones. Others simply expressed heartfelt condolences to their families, friends and other people affected by their deaths. As news of the tragic events emerged virtually day after day, people also expressed shock at the sheer number of local people lost as such young ages within such a short period of time. The first to be reported was the shocking find of a teenager off Malpas Road in Truro early in the morning. The parents of a beautiful teenager whose body was discovered on a bank of the Truro River bank on Friday (March 15) say she was “wonderful cherished daughter and … [Read more...] about Cornwall left heartbroken by four young deaths in four days
Methodist College lift Schools’ Cup with powerful second half display against Campbell College
CAMPBELL COLLEGE 17 METHODIST COLLEGE 45 Methody won the Danske Bank Schools' Cup for the first time since 2014 be beating Belfast rivals Campbell in an entertaining final at Kingspan Stadium.Methody dominated the early exchanges in terms of possession and territory and were rewarded on 11 minutes with the game’s opening score.From a penalty they went to the corner, the forwards set up a driving maul, No 8 Kevin McNabone and winger Tom O’Doherty were stopped on the line before lock Ben Gourley crashed over with full back Ethan McIlroy converting from a tight angle.Campbell replied four minutes with their first sortie into the Methody 22, from a penalty the defending champions went to the corner.Jack Stinson took the line out and set up a powerful drive with hooker Harry Jackson touching down and full back Conor Rankin tie the scores with the conversion. Campbell took the lead on 20 minutes, centre Harry Owens made a surging break through midfield but was illegally … [Read more...] about Methodist College lift Schools’ Cup with powerful second half display against Campbell College