Lorraine Worsley-CarterLorraine Worsley-Carter explores over 100 years of code-breaking and secret intelligence at The Science and Industry Museum in Manchester I was delighted to read that the Science and Industry Museum had recently reopened its doors and was...
Carmel ThomasonIf, like me, you love the taste of bottled water but are looking to cut down on your use of plastic, a water filter with a reusable bottle might be the answer. We tried out the Zerowater 12 cup/2.8 litre capacity jug filter, which claims to remove...
Lorraine Worsley-Carter goes on a live virtual walking tour to discover the secrets of Barcelona As an avid traveller and seeker of information near and far, I have always shied away from virtual city tours, and have preferred to investigate first...
It’s a hard heart that doesn’t melt at the sight of adorable puppy eyes. Spoiling our canine companions with their favourite treats and chews is something all pet owners give in to. But as pets become more firmly one of the family so the...
The Government’s green list holiday destinations is the news we’ve all been waiting for. But in the rush to book a trip with no quarantine, don’t forget the essential planning for a safe and enjoyable trip. As it’s been such a long time for many of...
Paul ThomasonCorks is a quick-fire game in which the simple object is to ensure you end the round holding a cork. But don’t underestimate the wit, speed, and competitive spirit this little game will uncover. The neat little box contains 15 brightly coloured...
The idea of a staycation may seem too close to home to feel like you are truly on holiday. But, being a local tourist has many benefits for all the family, including our four-legged friends. You can take your dogOur dogs have supported us more than...
It’s fair to say travel will be different this summer. Overseas travel is being actively discouraged, leaving many feeling their options for a holiday are limited. Staycations are here to stay – for 2021 at least. So, here’s some inspiration for...
How good is your pop knowledge? Do you know which song was the first UK No1 hit for Cliff Richard?Or, can you name the year The Killers released ‘Hot Fuss’? Are you up for the challenge or will you be ‘one year out’? Based on...
Cartoon favourite, Maya the Bee is back for her third full-length cinematic escapade. And don’t worry if you haven’t seen the first two, because this computer animated movie can be enjoyed without any prior knowledge of the earlier...