The 2019 Historical period drama movie “Downton Abbey” was based on the popular television series of the same name. Set amongst the scenic Countryside of Yorkshire and featuring The Earl and Countess of Grantham, Robert and Cora Crawley who lived in the rambling, old Abbey being visited by King George V and Queen Mary whilst […]
Polo terms & phrases to know
Do you love a nice Farah Polo Shirt? Did you know that they are linked to the sport of Polo? Image credit It is thought that the Polo shirt was designed to be used by the Polo teams in India back in the 19th Century and then fashion and the sport was brought back to […]
Choosing a Magnificent Hotel as your Wonderful, Wedding Venue
Probably the most important day of your lives and one that you want to remember, your Wedding Venue has to be perfect. From your local family Church to a fairy-tale Castle or the most magnificent Hotel, your wonderful Wedding Location has to be right for you. You’ve looked through hundreds of pictures together and talked […]
Exploring the Historic Monasteries of the Wicklow Mountains
The Wicklow mountains national park is one of the most stunning scenic parks in the country, and visitors are awestruck at the beautiful scenery that awaits them. Walkers are attracted to the area to enjoy the beautiful walking routes and families enjoy coming for a picnic and a place where the children can play, far […]
Benefits of a Clean Desk Policy
What is this policy? If this is unfamiliar to you, it relates to instructions to staff about how they must leave their workstations at the end of each day. Employees can feel that additional tasks are not needed and don’t want to do anything else before clocking off. However, there are tons of advantages to […]
The other King of Wessex
Following the BBC/Netflix programme The Last Kingdom most of us know about King Alfred the Great, who, despite preserving Anglo-Saxon Britain from the Danes, burnt the cakes. There were some other Kings from that period that deserve a mention. One of them is Alfred’s grandson Athelstan. He was born somewhere in Wessex and was able […]
Caring for someone with Korsakoff Syndrome
It can be difficult if your family member or someone you are the caregiver for to has a drinking problem. However, families and caregivers can play an important role in supporting people who abuse alcohol and help them to remain alcohol-free after treatment. If you care for someone with an alcohol problem, a GP or […]
Do you want to go Back to the Future with Marty McFly?
Time travel! Is it possible? Many classic films have successfully in-cooperated the theme of “Time Travel” and probably none more so than the American, Science Fiction, smash hit movie series, “Back to the Future”. Starring Michael. J. Fox as seventeen-year-old Marty McFly who befriends the eccentric Scientist “Doc Emmett Brown” and then travels back in […]
What is EPDM Rubber Roofing?
EPDM is a type of roofing material that is one of the most durable systems available for flat roofing. It is also used as a solution for a leaky roof. Ethylene and propylene are the two main ingredients sourced from natural gas and oil. Image credit EPDM Rubber Roofing The material itself is available in […]
Keeping Your First Guinea Pigs
Guinea pigs are one of the most popular pets and are an especially good choice for children. If your child is wanting a pet a guinea pig is a fantastic choice. They are a great way to teach children about the responsibilities of pet ownership and are not as full on as cats or dogs. […]