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Savvy families know this is the best time to book a last-minute UK holiday as Park Holidays launches 35% sale
Late August is traditionally one of the best times to find bargain family holidays before schools return, and Park Holidays has launched a sale offering savings of up to 35% on UK breaks and 30% on touring and camping holidays.
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83 year old former Silverstone air traffic controller enjoys thrilling motorsport experience at Bovingdon Airfield
A former air traffic controller who spent decades helping manage the skies above Silverstone has relived one of the happiest chapters of his life after The Heights care home team fulfilled his dream of experiencing the thrill of the racetrack once again at Bovingdon Airfield.
Vocational Celebration Day puts spotlight on skills and training
Vocational Celebration Day was held a week before A-Level Results Day.
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Strutt unveils ev¹e model at IFA Berlin 2026
Strutt announces European expansion with new ev¹e model.
Boots' £14.99 Jawhara perfumes could be the affordable beauty upgrade your summer routine needs
Luxury-inspired fragrance doesn't have to come with a designer price tag, as Boots' new £14.99 Jawhara collection proves.
Dog owners can save 10% with this flexible Forthglade subscription service delivered to their door
Dog owners looking to save time and money can sign up for Forthglade's flexible food subscription, with regular deliveries, rewards and at least 10% off recurring orders.
Siemens EQ500 TQ513GB1 review: Is this premium bean-to-cup coffee machine worth it?
Easy to use, packed with premium features and capable of producing consistently great coffee, the Siemens EQ500 TQ513GB1 gets plenty right, although a few practical niggles are worth knowing about.
Lush Bath Bot review: Is the £150 bath speaker really worth the money?
The Lush Bath Bot has been on many bath lovers' wish lists since launch, but does it justify its premium price? Here's an abridged verdict before diving into the full in-depth review.
Brawl reported in Hemel Hempstead neighbourhood where fencing fell into a car
A fight was reported to police officers in Hemel Hempstead and led to private property being damaged during the alleged brawl.
Bovingdon pupils get creative for Taylor Wimpey’s welcome card competition
Taylor Wimpey North Thames challenged local pupils to give a warm welcome to new residents through their creative talents with a welcome card competition.
Flamstead Scarecrow Festival - what will they come up with this year?
This was last year’s winner. Will anyone do better in 2026?
Russell Hobbs Pearl Glide Rose review: Is this £35 steam iron worth buying?
After relying on the same steam iron for 15 years, I finally upgraded to the Russell Hobbs Pearl Glide Rose to find out whether a modern budget iron really delivers a better ironing experience.
Plug-in solar panels become legal soon - a DIY system may be cheaper than you think
Households will soon be able to plug approved solar panels into a standard three-pin socket with DIY 800W systems already available for around £300.
Hertfordshire residents urged to download 'effective and efficient' location app by firefighters
Hertfordshire fire and rescue chiefs are urging day trippers and residents who head off the beaten track this summer to download the what3words app to ensure they can be found as quickly as possible in the event of an emergency.
Historic British coachbuilder to produce new bespoke cars
One of Britain's most historic names in coachbuilding is entering a new chapter.
Banana Moon nurseries acquired by The Learning Experience
Banana Moon is building on nearly two decades of success with this new acquisition.
Nearly nine in 10 Brits don't follow a dentist-recommended teeth cleaning routine
The survey found only 12 per cent of Brits follow a dentist-recommended teeth cleaning routine.
This travel code cuts up to 10% off data in more than 200 destinations
The evergreen ICONICMEDIA code reduces the cost of Holafly travel data plans, including unlimited options, global subscriptions and eSIMs with 1GB of monthly backup data
Boots launches £14.99 unisex Jawhara fragrance collection that's perfect for summer holidays and travel
Boots has unveiled a new collection of affordable Arabian-inspired fragrances that combine luxury-style scents with budget-friendly pricing, making them an ideal addition to any summer holiday packing list.
Mediheal toner pads review: Are the viral K-beauty skincare pads worth trying?
Mediheal's toner pads have become one of Korean skincare's biggest success stories. I tested the bestselling Watermide, Vitamide and Collagen Ampoule Pads to see which deserve a place in your skincare routine.