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Fashion Focus: Matalan’s Fab Accessories
Non essential shops are finally allowed to open, and although there are no changing rooms open and social distancing measures are in place, it does mean that you can now physically go out and see fashion in the flesh, so to speak. Matalan were one of the first stores to re-open, as they have a large homewares section as well as clothes for all ages. This was a bit of a bonus to me as I needed to get school uniform for Joe and they had a deliver to store option, so I was able to get out, and actually walk around a real shop, one that wasn’t the Coop.…
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Staying safe when travelling during a pandemic.
With the stay-at-home restrictions slowly lifting, it’s understandable that you and your family want to feel white sand under your toes instead of carpet flooring whilst enjoying one or two cocktails (and some fresh orange juice for the little ones). I mean, it sounds great, right? Why not start planning? How can you safely travel during a pandemic? Is it possible to social distance whilst travelling? These are great questions and, of course, it’s important to be careful and considerate of others when travelling during these uncertain times but it’s not impossible. Protection is key. Whether you are going for a walk at a national park or you are brave…
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Ironmongery interior design trends for 2020.
Have you looked at your interiors lately and felt like they needed a small upgrade? Something to make them even more special and elegant? These stunning ironmongery interior design trends are exactly what your home needs. And if you are doing a renovation project in your home, please don’t leave the ironmongery details, such as door handles and door hinges, to the end of the project. These are highly important to your day-to-day life and can either be pretty or pretty ugly – so, give it some thought beforehand. Don’t be afraid to mix metals. Get out of your comfort zone and have some fun mixing metals in your interiors.…
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Days Out : Stafford Castle
Lockdown, and the closure of so many of our local and national attractions, has led to many people having to think outside the box when it comes to weekends and leisure time. The glorious sunshine has made it far too nice to stay inside, but we have been limited to where we can go and what we can do. A couple of weeks ago, we decided to drive to Stafford Castle, a local heritage site that is almost on our doorstep, but we had never been to before. Stafford Castle is little more than a ruin now, but it has a rich history that spans 900 years, and was surprisingly…
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How does alcohol impact my ability to drive?
Everyone should take some time out to travel at some point in their lives and more people than ever are heading overseas or discovering places they’ve never visited in their home country before. Whether you’re hoping to find yourself or you just want a culturally enriching experience, there’s a lot to enjoy and try whilst you’re away from home. And, with all that travel and exploration, you’re going to want to sit and unwind at some point. And for most adults, enjoying an ice-cold beer or a glass of crisp white wine is the perfect place to start. As relaxing as drinking alcohol can be, it can also leave us…
