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Saturday, July 13, 2013
Saturday, July 6, 2013
Time to head the Jaguar F-type to Polperro ...
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| Polperro: image supplied. |
I'm in the mood for a crab sandwich and Cornwall is calling. Polperro, near Looe, was a childhood favourite (although I did get lost on the beach at Looe, aged three). Now I'm told that Polperro and surrounds has been designated an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ in an area of Heritage Coast and is a walker’s paradise with coastal walks and inland footpaths through valleys, forests and beside estuaries and rivers. To the
east is Talland Bay which has its own
beach café, rated as one of the top 10 beach cafes in Cornwall. To the west along the coastal path are Lansallos, Lantic Bay
and Polruan. Jaguar F-type? In my dreams. Crab sandwich? Eminently achievable – I'll let you know ...
More info: www.polperro.org and www.lovepolperro.com
More info: www.polperro.org and www.lovepolperro.com
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| Plolperro harbour: image supplied. |
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
RSC costume exhibition 'In Stitches'
‘In Stitches’ at the Royal Shakespeare Company
In Stitches <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Stratford-upon-Avon-In-Stitches-at-Royal-Shakespeare-Theatre/details/?dms=13&venue=2730310&feature=5103&campaign=4461> , a new free costume exhibition at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, celebrates the fascinating costume making skills of the Company. Visitors have an exclusive chance to see rarely displayed costumes from RSC productions produced over the last 60 years. The 35 hand-crafted costumes were all made in Stratford and worn by some of the country’s best loved actors including Judi Dench, Derek Jacobi, Ian McKellen, Antony Sher, Juliet Stevenson, Patrick Stewart and David Tennant. Open daily from 10am and running throughout 2013. Enjoy a summer of Jaguar at the Heritage Motor Centre!The Heritage Motor Centre is celebrating the iconic Jaguar with a number of themed family activities <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Stratford-upon-Avon-Summer-Holiday-Activities-at-Heritage-Motor-Centre/details/?dms=13&venue=2730200&feature=5117&campaign=4461> . Visitors can take part in special events and activities celebrating the car’s history, design, brand and racing pedigree. Activities include Jaguar themed Art and Craft Thursdays, the chance to view iconic cars from the Jaguar Heritage Collection, as well as talks and family tours. In addition, every Tuesday is Lego Technic day, where children can design, build and test their own Lego Technic machines. The infamous Artist in Residence, Ian Cook of PopBang Colour <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Stratford-upon-Avon-Painting-with-PopBangColour-at-Heritage-Motor-Centre/details/?dms=13&venue=2730200&feature=5108&campaign=4461> , who paints using remote controlled cars, is back by popular demand on the 13, 14 & 15 August. Children can have a go at creating their own works of art using remote controlled cars and car parts.
Step in the footsteps of Jane Austen at Stoneleigh AbbeyWalk in the footsteps of Jane Austen at Stoneleigh Abbey and see the portraits of some of her ancestors. The Abbey is playing host to a special Jane Austen evening <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Kenilworth-Tea-With-Jane-Austen-at-Stoneleigh-Abbey/details/?dms=13&venue=2700280&feature=1013&campaign=4461> on Tuesday 13 August. Guests will be given a tour of the West Wing by a guide in period costume followed by a glass of wine and canapés at the riverside Orangery. Tours take place at 7pm, 7:45pm, and 8:15pm and must be pre-booked through the ticket office. Tickets cost £14 per person.
More things to do around Stratford-Upon-Avon
Source: Marketing Aloud
Listen to live music at the Shakespeare Houses!
Music will be in the air at Mary Arden’s Farm and Hall’s Croft this summer with concerts for all musical tastes. The award-winning folk band ColvinQuarmby will headline ‘Folk on the Farm’ <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Stratford-upon-Avon-Folk-Concerts-at-Mary-Arden's-at-Mary-Arden's-Farm/details/?dms=13&venue=2730849&feature=1016&campaign=4461> at Mary Arden’s Farm on the 24 & 25 August. The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and Stratford Folk Club are planning a whole weekend of concerts with activities for the family at the working Tudor farm. The line-up for the Hall’s Croft season of music in the garden <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Stratford-upon-Avon-Concerts-in-the-garden-at-Hall's-Croft/details/?dms=13&venue=2730178&feature=1018&campaign=4461> (26 August - 7 September) includes: Silly Songs of Shakespeare, an Edinburgh Festival style review featuring different styles of music, Shakespeare Trio, 12 sonnets set to original contemporary folk music, Amicantus – rising regional stars in the choir world, workshops for children with Escape Community Arts and Japanese drumming as featured in the current production of Titus Andronicus. The grand finale will be a thirties Style Garden Party with lively jazz from The Swing Museum.
Take in a major art exhibition at Compton Verney
Compton Verney will premiere a major exhibition from 13 July – 22 September from Turner and Constable: Sketching from Nature <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Stratford-upon-Avon-Turner-and-Constable-Sketching-from-Nature-at-Compton-Verney/details/?dms=13&venue=2730145&feature=5066&campaign=4461> , which includes approximately 60 works by Turner, Constable and their contemporaries, including John Sell Cotman, John Linnell and Francis Danby. These works from the Tate collections provide a unique exploration of the art of oil sketching in the landscape rather than in the studio, which became fashionable in the late 18th and 19th centuries. This is a rare opportunity to see extraordinary works that have not been seen together before.
Experience Sculptural works at Coughton Court!
See a stunning outdoor exhibition of sculptural works <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Alcester-Sculpture-in-the-Gardens-at-Coughton-Court/details/?dms=13&venue=2730156&feature=1048&campaign=4461> at the award-winning Throckmorton Family Gardens at Coughton Court from 31 July - 6 September. Over 250 pieces of sculpture have been carefully selected from a chosen list of over 60 national and international artists. A wide array of mediums will be on display from traditional marble, wood and bronze to more contemporary forms of expression such as water, ceramics, polystyrene and rubber. Some are figurative, others abstract, some kinetic, others evoking the sense of time standing still.
Release your MAD inventor at The Mechanical Art & Design Museum
Situated in Stratford-upon-Avon, The MAD Museum <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Stratford-upon-Avon-The-MAD-Museum/details/?dms=13&venue=2752420&campaign=4461> houses over 100 interesting, witty and bizarre exhibits filling over two floors. Robot arms, marble runs, swirling lasers and quirky clocks, The MAD Museum offers a curious concoction of inspiration, education and entertainment for the entire family! Running from 20 July – 1 September is The MAD Museum’s Summer Competition. Upon entry into the museum, visitors will be handed a competition sheet full of hands-on activities including a treasure hunt with puzzles and games to take home. Crack the secret word hidden in the treasure hunt to be in with a chance to win crazy MAD goodies. Visitors will also be entered into a draw to win a big bag of bonkers MAD gifts!
Have a pirate summer at Tudor World!Tudor World will be having a Pirate Summer <http://www.falstaffexperience.co.uk/page.php?linkid=5&sublinkid=197> ! Each young pirate will be given a treasure map to find all the contraband afore the other pirates and will receive some bootie at the end. Visitors can search for their quarry using the new torches to explore the exhibits; smell some of those nasty aromas of Elizabethan England; try on hats or write a secret message using a quill as well as find out what happened to Lucy, the little girl who worked in the tavern. Visitors can also see some of the summer shows in the Elizabethan theatre area, where they could be punished for their pirate-loving ways!
Ready your steeds for the Grand Medieval Joust at Kenilworth Castle!
Experience the sights, smells and entertainments of an authentic Medieval Joust <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Kenilworth-Grand-Medieval-Joust-at-Kenilworth-Castle-Elizabethan-Garden/details/?dms=13&venue=2700710&feature=1101&campaign=4461> celebration from the 13 – 14 July as the Castle springs to life. Jousting on horseback and armed with a lance, the knights will fight to prove their power and chivalrous skills. Visitors will be able to meet them and discover the secrets of their armour and weaponry. Raphael Historic Falconry will show their birds of prey in the ‘mews’ and visitors will also have the opportunity to wander around a medieval encampment to meet some of the knights’ entourage, and enjoy a medley of music and dance. With breathtaking displays of skill, entertainment and capers, this family day out promises an unrivalled way to experience the fun and thrills of medieval amusements.
Experience a Victorian Weekend!
Join the re-enactors in Victorian costume and play croquet on the lawn at Hill Close Gardens <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/Warwick-Victorian-Weekend-at-Hill-Close-Gardens/details/?dms=13&venue=2730530&feature=1013&campaign=4461> in Warwick on Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 August. Hear stories about the Victorian garden owners and the Victorian plant hunters who helped shape how the gardens look today. Discover what the Victorians liked to cook and how they preserved their food. Enjoy an exhibition of unusual antique garden implements. Learn the Victorian language of flowers and how to make a Tussie Mussie, a small bouquet to present to a loved one.
For accommodation <http://www.shakespeare-country.co.uk/where-to-stay/thedms.aspx?dms=1> , special offers and more information visit the official website: www.Shakespeare-Country.co.uk <http://www.Shakespeare-Country.co.uk> or call Shakespeare Country on 0871 978 0800.
Friday, June 21, 2013
Jaguar F-type, love at first sight
Friday, May 3, 2013
World's largest gathering of pre-1931 motorcyles, 15 June ...
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| Image courtesy: Vintage Motor Cycle Club Banbury Run™ |
*Source: Press Release
Over 600 Veteran and Vintage motorcycles will ride together when the Heritage Motor Centre hosts the 65th nostalgic Vintage Motor Cycle Club Banbury Run™. For the first time the event will run over two days with a Vintage Training Day taking place on Saturday 15 June offering Vintage Virgins the chance to ride Veteran & Vintage Motorcycles in a safe “off road” environment. The main Banbury Run™, which will take place on Sunday 16 June, is the largest gathering of pre-1931 Motorcycles & 3 Wheelers in the World.
The Banbury Run™ is aimed at those who enjoy the thrill of riding with other Vintage, Veteran & Pioneer bikes. Visitors can see the bikes in all their glory as they set off for their annual Run around the countryside. The exact route is kept top secret until the day, but we can exclusively reveal that it will venture through the villages of Cropready, Knightcote and Arlescote. In addition to the Run, there will also be Club and Trade Stands, over 100 Autojumble pitches and special interest displays.
Tom Caren, Show Manager for the Heritage Motor Centre stated “The Banbury Run is a fantastic day out and we’re delighted to be hosting it again with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. All the machines were manufactured before 1931 and to watch them ride together is a really wonderful spectacle to see!”
The Museum will be open from 9am – 5pm with the Banbury Run™ beginning at 10am. Tickets costs £15 for adults, £8 for children, £13 for concessions and £42 for a family with museum entry included to entrants and spectators. Discounted tickets are available in advance online. Gift Aid Season tickets, Tesco Club cards or any other promotional offers are not valid on this day. For more information about the day please see the website www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk
*Press Release, Marketing Aloud
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Sunday, April 28, 2013
China Southern Airlines' expansion and visa-free short-stays on the Canton Route t/c
Source: Press Release, MG Media Communications, Sydney
China Southern Airlines has announced a major overhaul of its Australian operations with its newest airliners being deployed to every port, including one of its five A380s on the Guangzhou to Sydney route.
Speaking at the Australian Tourism Exchange in Sydney, China Southern Executive Vice President Chen Gang said the A380 service would start on October 27 as part of a major expansion strategy down under.
The superjumbo will replace the present CZ325/326 A330-300 service, which departs Sydney at 9.50am and arrives back in Guangzhou at 5.30pm the same day.
Mr Chen also revealed that Melbourne and Sydney would receive China Southern’s latest A330-300 and -200 aircraft offering flatbed comfort up front and personal TVs throughout, by the end of October. The new A330-223 aircraft was introduced to Brisbane and Perth at the start of April.
“Australia remains our most important overseas market and the test bed for our global strategy,” Mr Chen said.
“The new A380 Sydney service will be only the second international route for our superjumbos and underlines how crucial the region is to China Southern’s network growth.”
A Sydney Airport report estimates that China Southern’s single daily A380 service will generate 5000 jobs and contribute about $390 million to the Australian economy over a full year.
Tourism Australia Managing Director Andrew McEvoy said China Southern was an important aviation partner.
“Ever since the airline first started flights to our country, China Southern has continually looked to expand its Australian operations, through new services, more frequencies and, now, by deploying the largest commercial passenger aircraft in the world,” he added.
“Last year, China Southern carried more than one in five of all Chinese visitors to Australia, and the introduction of the A380 is the most powerful indication yet of the airline's future ambitions and confidence in the Australian market.”
Mr Chen also revealed that Guangzhou, the airline’s bustling hub in southern China, would introduce a 72-hour visa-free stay policy for Australians travelling on its Canton Route in the second half of 2013.
“Our Canton Route via Guangzhou is the new and exciting way for Australians to fly and we are absolutely thrilled that they will soon be able to stop over in this vibrant city with a free transit permit for up to 72 hours to try some authentic Cantonese Yum Cha, enjoy the local culture and shop ‘til they drop,” Mr Chen said.
As part of an ongoing strategy to improve the airline’s inflight service, Mr Chen also announced that a pool of 400 dedicated English-speaking cabin crew were being deployed across the airline’s vast network including on the Sydney A380 and new A330s.
China Southern presently operates 38 weekly flights to the region, with plans to increase to 55 flights by 2015.
For information visit a local travel agent or call 1300 889 628 during AEDST/AEST business hours.
China Southern Airlines has announced a major overhaul of its Australian operations with its newest airliners being deployed to every port, including one of its five A380s on the Guangzhou to Sydney route.
Speaking at the Australian Tourism Exchange in Sydney, China Southern Executive Vice President Chen Gang said the A380 service would start on October 27 as part of a major expansion strategy down under.
The superjumbo will replace the present CZ325/326 A330-300 service, which departs Sydney at 9.50am and arrives back in Guangzhou at 5.30pm the same day.
Mr Chen also revealed that Melbourne and Sydney would receive China Southern’s latest A330-300 and -200 aircraft offering flatbed comfort up front and personal TVs throughout, by the end of October. The new A330-223 aircraft was introduced to Brisbane and Perth at the start of April.
“Australia remains our most important overseas market and the test bed for our global strategy,” Mr Chen said.
“The new A380 Sydney service will be only the second international route for our superjumbos and underlines how crucial the region is to China Southern’s network growth.”
A Sydney Airport report estimates that China Southern’s single daily A380 service will generate 5000 jobs and contribute about $390 million to the Australian economy over a full year.
Tourism Australia Managing Director Andrew McEvoy said China Southern was an important aviation partner.
“Ever since the airline first started flights to our country, China Southern has continually looked to expand its Australian operations, through new services, more frequencies and, now, by deploying the largest commercial passenger aircraft in the world,” he added.
“Last year, China Southern carried more than one in five of all Chinese visitors to Australia, and the introduction of the A380 is the most powerful indication yet of the airline's future ambitions and confidence in the Australian market.”
Mr Chen also revealed that Guangzhou, the airline’s bustling hub in southern China, would introduce a 72-hour visa-free stay policy for Australians travelling on its Canton Route in the second half of 2013.
“Our Canton Route via Guangzhou is the new and exciting way for Australians to fly and we are absolutely thrilled that they will soon be able to stop over in this vibrant city with a free transit permit for up to 72 hours to try some authentic Cantonese Yum Cha, enjoy the local culture and shop ‘til they drop,” Mr Chen said.
As part of an ongoing strategy to improve the airline’s inflight service, Mr Chen also announced that a pool of 400 dedicated English-speaking cabin crew were being deployed across the airline’s vast network including on the Sydney A380 and new A330s.
China Southern presently operates 38 weekly flights to the region, with plans to increase to 55 flights by 2015.
For information visit a local travel agent or call 1300 889 628 during AEDST/AEST business hours.
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