Enterprise
Do you measure up?
June 19, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Gill Robinson is an amazing woman, one of those unique people who really can live up to the statement, ‘she’s a woman, of course she can multi-task’ For over two decades Gill has been running her dress design and tailoring business catering for the quirky, the beautiful, the demanding and the appreciative. You see, it’s not a dress design business at all. It’s all about how you make someone feel fantastic, confident, glamorous and stand out in a crowd. Sounds more like therapy But that isn’t what makes Gill special. In between keeping the clients swathed in... [Read the full story]
Heritage
Explore your very own treasure island!
November 18, 2009 · Leave a Comment
It’s time to get out a parrot for your shoulder, and start looking for an aged, one legged seafaring man, because, you can now explore your very own Treasure Island… Check out this video to see how it works… [Read the full story] VN:F [1.9.3_1094]please wait...Rating: 9.4/10 (5 votes cast) Read More →
Memories
Jumbo Jet complete with penthouse suite
November 17, 2009 · Leave a Comment
The launch of the Space Shuttle yesterday, reminded of some old photo’s I took of the Space Shuttle’s first visit to the UK back in the eighties. Like many young people I was fortunate enough to grow up during the height of the Apollo Space Programme, and spent many late nights and tense moments watching the various missions on the TV. I came across this one, the Shuttle mounted on top of NASA’s 747 of the time. Space Shuttle shortly after touchdown at RAF Fairford I was in the RAF stationed at Brize Norton, and I wanted a shot for the station magazine. It still amazes me today... [Read the full story]
Top 100
National Heroes
November 8, 2009 · Leave a Comment
‘Lest we never forget’ – The great national heroes, who have protected our liberty, advanced our democracy and our humanity, sacrificied so much for the sake of others, dedicated their lives to the helping of those less fortunate, all without seeking celebrity or feeding their ego’s. The true heroes of our times, past and present that serve only to strengthen the positive and enduring values of british culture. One of our nominated, top 100 reasons Britain is wonderful. Agree or disagree? What do you think? Why not Vote below. VN:F [1.9.3_1094]please wait...Rating: 8.6/10... [Read the full story]
Humour
The world’s greatest laughter machine!
July 14, 2009 · Leave a Comment
We believe that Britain has evolved the world’s greatest laughter machine. From our comics to our panto’s, from our jokes down the pub to the innocent humour of kids. Britain is known the world over for it’s unique brand of humour. Although many of those outside Britain don’t always understand us We thought to start off this series of celebratory posts on Wonderful British humour we would take a brief look at what makes us laugh. [Read the full story] VN:F [1.9.3_1094]please wait...Rating: 6.5/10 (2 votes cast) Read More →
Humanity
People that inspire me
January 29, 2009 · Leave a Comment
73% of all Adults volunteer When I was thinking about what makes Britain wonderful, our humanity came to mind. Now it’s easy to LOL at this, but I thought hard about it, before including it in my exploration. Britain has a huge army of volunteers, charities, events and inspiring individuals throughout the country. It seems a well established foundation of our culture. So how is this reflected across the population? [Read the full story] VN:F [1.9.3_1094]please wait...Rating: 7.3/10 (4 votes cast) Read More →
Reflections
Jumbo Jet complete with penthouse suite
The launch of the Space Shuttle yesterday, reminded of some old photo’s I took of the Space Shuttle’s first visit to the UK back in the eighties. Like many young people I was fortunate enough to grow up during the height of the Apollo Space Programme, and spent many late nights and tense moments watching the various missions on the TV. I... Read more of this article
Railway Enthusiasts
The good old days of Steam! Thanks to the ginormous efforts of volunteers, supporters and enthusiasts you can appreciate the good old days of steam rail travel. Throughout the UK there are various preserved lines which regularly carry passengers. One of the first lines to be preserved was the Blue Belle Line in Sussex. Read more of this article VN:F... Read more of this article
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Individuality
Creative Nonsense
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