Visitors to Stratford Butterfly Farm will have the chance to witness one of nature’s most impressive displays this February half-term, as its colony of Leaf-Cutter ants returns to public view along a specially constructed 25-meter aerial walkway. The Atta Cephalotes colony, which arrived at the farm last August, has been settling into their new environment […]
Haringey Secures £937k for School Holiday Programme to Support Local Families
Thousands of Haringey children will benefit from free holiday activities and meals throughout 2025, as the council secures nearly £1 million in government funding for its Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. The £937,710 grant will provide free holiday camp places and family outings for children eligible for free school meals during Easter, Summer and […]
Haringey Libraries Launch Packed Programme for LGBTQ+ History Month
Haringey Council has announced an extensive programme of LGBTQ+ History Month events across its libraries and cultural venues this February, featuring everything from film screenings to historical walking tours. Hornsey Library takes center stage with weekly film screenings throughout February, including advance showings of anticipated releases like “All of Us Strangers” and “Love Lies Bleeding.” […]
Yorkshire’s Famous Steam Railway Unveils Star-Studded 2025 Season
Two of Britain’s most celebrated steam locomotives will headline an exciting year of events at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, as the heritage line joins nationwide celebrations marking 200 years of British railways. The railway has secured visits from both Sir Nigel Gresley and Bahamas locomotives, offering enthusiasts a rare chance to see these icons […]
London Leads UK’s Booming Coworking Scene, But Brighton Takes Price Crown
London continues to dominate Britain’s flexible workspace market, hosting nearly a third of the nation’s coworking spaces, according to new data released by CoworkingCafe. However, the capital has been outpriced by Brighton and Hove in key categories, suggesting a shifting landscape in the UK’s flexible office sector. The research reveals that Greater London houses 895 […]
GRENFELL, COVID AND BREXIT – MONUMENTAL CHANGES
IN UKCW’S FIRST 10 YEARS As the UK’s biggest event for the built environment enters its 10th anniversary year, members of the UK Construction Week Advisory Board have been reflecting on some of the biggest impacts to the industry in the show’s first decade. The UKCW Advisory Board is a prestigious panel of top industry leaders, featuring […]
Rare Monet Masterpiece Set for Groundbreaking UK Tour
A cherished Monet painting that rarely leaves London will embark on an unprecedented tour of Britain’s regional museums, bringing French Impressionist mastery to diverse communities across the nation. “The Petit Bras of the Seine at Argenteuil,” painted in 1872, captures a peaceful winter’s day along the Seine, showcasing Monet’s legendary ability to capture light and […]
London Faces Council Crisis as Seven Boroughs Near Financial Breaking Point
London’s council funding crisis is set to deepen dramatically, with seven boroughs expected to require emergency government bailouts to balance their books in 2025-26, according to alarming new figures from London Councils. The number of boroughs needing Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) has more than tripled from last year, with emergency funding requirements soaring from £70m […]
Star-Studded Cast Announced for World Premiere of ‘Figaro’ at London Palladium
West End veteran Jon Robyns leads an impressive cast in “Figaro: An Original Musical,” which receives its world premiere at the London Palladium next month. The production, featuring music by streaming sensation Ashley Jana, marks an ambitious new entry in London’s musical theatre scene. Robyns, known for iconic roles in “The Phantom of the Opera” […]