Activities & Culture
Reviving an ancient craft 19th Dec 2011 Dry stone walling dates back over 4,000 years. Now expert Richard Donoyou is passing on the skills to a new generation of craftsmen. Words and photos: Dave Phillips
In Britain we’re proud of our heritage... | Family adventures 23rd Aug 2011 It’s not too late to explore the great outdoors this summer with these great ideas for some active adventures.
Down to the riverJoe Steele, 18, and friends tried a four day canoe trip along the River... |
A walk on the wild side 25th Jul 2011 It’s summer and our countryside is awash with colourful wild flowers. Dave Phillips explains how and where to enjoy them...
For me, one of life’s greatest joys is walking through a meadow or wood... | Preserving the past 25th Jul 2011 At a time when some local museums are fighting for survival, Sue Dobson discovers why they’re a resource worth supporting
People have been living in and around Oundle since Neolithic times and Oundle... |
Growing for gold 25th Jul 2011 Fancy growing your own fruit and veg but don’t know where to begin? A new local smallholding business could be your saviour, as Chris Clifford discovers
From nursing to nurturing plants…that’s... | A permanent fixture 21st Jun 2011 Our national summer sport continues to enjoy a dedicated following, and locally, there’s a collection of thriving cricket clubs to choose from. Chris Clifford reports
The unmistakable thwack of leather... |
