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Sunday, December 22, 2024
Following a number of high profile incidents, it is important to ensure that those who use or manage trampolines do so safely. Experts say that there are a number of things that those using trampolines can do to reduce their risk of injury. These include: Warming up before jumping. Jumping...
Transforming a passion for fitness into a rewarding career is not only about accomplishing personal goals. It’s about helping others achieve theirs too. For those who find joy and purpose in staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, delving into a profession within the fitness sector can be significantly...
Lisa McKenzie, Humphries Kirk Secretary in the Crewkerne office, cycling 29 miles around the New Forest as part of the Wiggle Spring Sportive in April, raising funds for Cancer Research, Mind, Parkinson’s UK and Shelter

Tips for cycling in the winter

Clocks go back on Sunday 29th October. This marks the season of short days, dark, gloomy mornings and returning home from work in the dark. This, however, does not stop many bike commuters from cycling throughout the colder months. Cycling during the winter months requires extra care and attention due...
Ballet flats, commonly known as ballerina flats, are far more than a mere trend in women's fashion—they're a cornerstone. Equal parts elegant and practical, these shoes offer a fusion of comfort and style that's unmatched by any other type of footwear. Often seen gracing the feet of celebrities, professionals,...
For anyone with even a hint of a sweet tooth, chocolate is irresistible. However, the average chocolate bar is loaded with sugar and saturated fat, making it unhealthy. But opting for chocolate with a high cocoa content and low sugar can be much better. Surprisingly, cocoa, the plant from...
Many police forces in the UK are known for exercising some leniency when it comes to speeding penalties. While exceeding the speed limit is technically an offense, drivers typically need to exceed the limit by about 10 percent plus 2mph or 3mph to trigger a speed camera. However, there...
Dorset, a beautiful county located in the south-west of England, offers a variety of attractions and scenic spots for visitors and locals to explore. Here is a list of the top 50 places to visit in Dorset: Durdle Door: A natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast, providing breathtaking coastal...
Could the next winner of the RSPCA photography awards be from the South? Talented young photographers from the South of England will again be aiming to land the top spots in the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards.  As the 2023 deadline for entries looms, the RSPCA is calling on young southern photographers to...
Who was Thomas Cook? Thomas Cook was a British businessman who is widely recognised as the founder of the travel agency Thomas Cook & Son. He was born on November 22, 1808, in Melbourne, Derbyshire, England, and died on July 18, 1892, in Leicester, England. In the mid-19th century, Thomas Cook...
Prior to biometric passport checks, the luxury train operator reduced services, forcing passengers to board in Paris.Passports were not required for British passengers when the Orient Express first ran in the 19th century; instead, they just needed a copy of the Thomas Cook Continental Itinerary. Yet for modern travellers searching...