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Images of Autumn – the Winning Photo

Congratulations to Sylvia Watson for entering the winning pic in our ‘Images of Autumn’ photo competition. There were some stunning photos but we thought this one really summed up getting out and about in the autumn air. Thanks to everyone who submitted their lovely pics!

Images of Autumn – the finalists

We’ve received some fantastic images of autumn from all over the UK. We’ve seen fireworks, auburn leaves, golden sunshine, gorgeous windswept views, competitive conker matches and much more! So many, in fact, that trying to whittle the entries down has been an incredibly difficult – though very rewarding – task. We’re going to announce the winner […]

'Your Images of Autumn' Competition

Ochre coloured leaves, frosty mornings, golden sunlight and fireworks bursting in the sky – there’s something about the advent of autumn that is uniquely glorious. With that in mind we’ve launched ‘Your Images of Autumn’, a photo competition designed to celebrate the wealth of scenic beauty that occurs as summer transitions into winter. Think you […]

Autumn After Dark – a UK entertainment guide

As the nights begin to draw in, and a distinctive British chill returns to the air, it’s easy to lament the passing of those long, hazy days spent outdoors in shorts or summer dresses. It often feels like there’s nothing left to do until next year but hibernate, coming out only to celebrate those precious […]

Autumn activities to lift the spirits

As we enter the beautiful season of autumn, we can already feel that the nights are drawing in and there definitely seems to be a slightly cooler edge to the breeze. But hey, no long faces now people; instead, let’s investigate some ideal activities and places to visit in the coming season that are going […]

Don’t forget to put your clocks back…

In the UK this year clocks go back by one hour at 1am on Sunday 26th October 2008. Love it or hate it, it’s an immutable event. The immediate upside is that you get an extra hour in bed, the immediate downside is that it’s dark earlier. Daylight Saving Time A survey recently conducted in […]

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