I’m a Joke and So Are You by Robin Ince Published by Atlantic Books, £16.99 hardback, Waterstones. Robin is a well-known and much-loved stand-up comedian and side-kick to Professor Brian Cox on their Radio 4 show The Infinite Monkey Cage. He’s also local, and a lovely man with a fascinating mind, so I was looking forward to […]
Having a pet is more rewarding than you think – your furry friends can help improve your health too As a nation, we’re pet mad. Last year, a survey showed that a whopping 45% of Brits owned a pet, with 26% owning a dog and 18% owning a cat. But it’s not just their cute, […]
Here’s the third in our new series of dog-friendly local walks. ‘This walk is dedicated to Meg (pictured, 2004-2018), our loyal Collie rescue dog, who gave us so much pleasure on our walks over the years.’ – George Edwards. START: National Trust car park (free) Ivinghoe Beacon (Beacon Road), OS grid reference SP963 159 ENDS: National […]
Go all-out this Christmas and turn your home into a Winter Wonderland Did you know that people who put their Christmas tree up early are happier than people who wait until the last minute? That’s according to the latest research at least, which says that putting up your Christmas decorations can reduce stress and anxiety. […]
It’s panto season soon, so we’ve rounded up the best of the local shows (oh yes we have!) It’s that time of the year again when some of our favourite daytime TV stars, and some ex-soap stars, pile their faces full of make-up and leap around the stage in glittery dresses and tiaras – and […]
Herts Police have a fantastic competition running this year for children aged up to 16. There are two categories: Children aged 5-8 can win tickets to 360 Play in Stevenage or Paradise Wildlife Park in Broxbourne! Children aged 9 to 16 can win tickets to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry […]
Treat yourself to some new walking kit or sportswear! Hertfordshire Health Walks are pleased to offer all Health Walkers a 15% off voucher code to spend at Cotswold Outdoor, Snow & Rock, Cycle Surgery and Runnersneed stores and online. Simply download the voucher for terms and conditions. Offer Expires 31/12/18. If you’re investing in new […]
Thai Taste is giving away an exceptional ten-day trip to Thailand for two, including return flights from London to Bangkok, nine nights’ stay in Thailand’s finest hotels, plus private guided tours of Bangkok and Chang Mai, with an itinerary packed full of unforgettable experiences. Click on the link to read the full press release. Thai […]
Crockers is a restaurant like no other – at least not round here. It’s not just a restaurant, it’s an all-round dining experience – and we were invited along to try it out. Crockers offers a tasting menu at lunchtime and evenings on Fridays and Saturdays, and this is what we experienced one Friday lunchtime. […]
Here’s the second in our new series of dog-friendly local walks START: Layby, Northfield Road, Tring or Tring Station or Aldbury Village ENDS: Layby, Northfield Road, Tring or Tring Station or Aldbury Village DISTANCE: 4.2 miles (7km) ASCENT: Around 152m (500 feet) MAP: Ordnance Survey Explorer 181 This is a circular walk along part of The Ridgeway and through the picturesque village of […]
Ingredients 250g cold butter 225g golden caster sugar 300g ground almonds 140g plain flour, plus 25g 2 eggs 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder 8-10 plums, stoned and roughly chopped 50g flaked almonds How to make it Preheat oven to 180C/ Gas 4/fan 160C Line a 20 x 30cm baking tin with baking paper […]
Berkhamsted’s latest addition, on the site of the old and much-loved Akash, has been highly anticipated. So we had to give it a go! The Meating Room is the second restaurant opened by owners Al and Jamal following the success of their St Albans branch over the last four years. And their priority remains the same – top quality meat. As […]