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Book a Mini Break for the May Bank Holidays

The Best Places to Have a Long Weekend
The Best Places to Have a Long Weekend

From bank holidays to mini-breaks, family travel experts Tiny Travelship, say these are the best places to book…

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Join Us for an Exclusive Festival Experience

Camp Bestival Shropshire Offer
Camp Bestival Shropshire Offer

Make some excellent plans this August and join us at Camp Bestival Shropshire! Buy a weekend ticket, let us know you’re coming, and then we’ll add you to our exclusive list – which gives you access to the Paradise Garden area. 

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Book a Trip to Copenhagen’s Chicest New Stay

Bella Grande Hotel, Copenhagen
Bella Grande Hotel, Copenhagen

Copenhagen is one of our favourite city break locations. Full of things to do, brilliant food and packed with culture, it now houses the most beautiful boutique hotel, which opened a few weeks ago.
One to book with friends, a partner or even a solo trip on your own.

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Take the Kids to Battersea Power Station

Free Kids Table at Art'otel
Free Kids Table at Art’otel

Since the recent renovation of the historic power station, Battersea is fast becoming one of the best places to visit in London. Full of brand new shops and restaurants, it’s set right on the river and has a new tube line, so you can get there via boat, bus or train.
One of the star attractions is the stunning Art-otel, which has a beautiful restaurant that runs a kids table every Sunday. Meaning you can eat in peace while your children are entertained with an array of crafts and activities.

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Shop the New Loewe Paula’s Ibiza Collection

Mini Loewe Font Tote in Raffia
Mini Loewe Font Tote in Raffia

We’re a sucker for a bit of raffia and this new collection just screams summer. Making our basic loose tees and jeans instantly brighter (and lbh, cooler). And yes it’s a pricey treat but you can’t put a price on happiness.

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See Some Iconic Fashion at Blenheim Palace

Icons of British Fashion (Now- 30th June)
Icons of British Fashion (Now- 30th June)

Britains most iconic designers have taken over Blenheim Palace. Showcasing their creations in the most ornate and elaborate rooms.
On until the 30th June, it’s a day out not to be missed. Stroll around the 300 year old palace and you’ll see designs from world class designers such as Vivienne Westwood, Stella McCartney and more.

Organise All Your Store Cards in One App

Stocard
Stocard

This app is a complete lifesaver! Now instead of telling the cashier that we’ve left our cards at home or lying that we don’t have one, we can now proudly show them all off in one handy app.
And as well as making us feel like the most organised humans on earth, it also shows you where you can make extra savings.
Thank you to the person that invented this. Now can you come over and sort out the rest of our lives?

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How Not to Let Having Kids Ruin Your Sex Life
How Not to Let Having Kids Ruin Your Sex Life

Maybe not one to read on the tube. But if it’s been quite a while since you and your partner were intimate and you want to try and find a way to reignite your libido. Then this is the book for you. Highly informative, helpful and so reassuring.

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Watch This…

Fall Guy, in Cinemas 2nd May
Fall Guy, in Cinemas 2nd May

We’ll make any excuse to head to the cinema to watch Ryan Gosling. In this new film he plays a stunt guy who falls in love with his director (Emily Blunt). We can’t say if it’s good or not but we’ll still see you in seat C13 with a sugary sweet mix and a large merlot.

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The Tattooist of Auschwitz, 2nd May Sky Atlantic
The Tattooist of Auschwitz, 2nd May Sky Atlantic

Heather Morris’ bestselling novel, The Tattooist of Auschwitz, has been adapted into a powerful new TV series for Sky. Telling the hard-hitting real-life story of Lale Sokolov, a Jewish prisoner at Auschwitz in the Second World War, who is tasked with tattooing his fellow prisoners’ arms with their ID numbers, and falls in love with one of the women he tattoos. It stars both Oscar-nominated Harvey Keitel (The Irishman) and World on Fire‘s Jonah Hauer-King as Lale. A weekend movie night in, that’s sure to stir up some emotions.

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Doctor Who, 11th May
Doctor Who, 11th May

We love Ncuti Gatwa and on the 11th of May we’ll see him return as the Fifteenth Doctor, alongside Millie Gibson as Ruby Sunday. Whether you’re a Doctor Who fan or not, we think this might be our favourite series yet.

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Bridgerton , May 16th
Bridgerton , May 16th

It’s back! And this series is set to focus on Pen and Collin. And as the trailer reveals, there may just be more than “friendship” brewing between them.

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Blast Out Some Karaoke

Bam Karaoke, London
Bam Karaoke, London

Stylish Parisan brand Bam has just opened a 22 room venue in London – which makes it Europe’s largest Karaoke bar. Decked out with the chicest interiors, it’s the perfect location for that long awaited girls’ night out.

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Practice Body Sculpting

Naydaya The Gua Sha
Naydaya The Gua Sha

You’ve probably heard of facial massage and possibly Gua Sha. But you might not know of the benefits of doing it on your bod and this month Naydaya is launching their new Gua Sha tool. When used on the body it can help to support healing, inflammation and firm the skin. It can also be hugely beneficial if you have loose skin post pregnancy. *Now we just need to find the time!

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Learn How to Protect Vulnerable Children

Support the NSPCC's Listen Up Speak Up Campaign
Support the NSPCC’s Listen Up Speak Up Campaign

New findings show that 30% of adults have had concerns that made them think a child may be experiencing abuse or neglect. And it might not be something you ever have to worry about or experience, but the NSPCC are encouraging everyone to take just 10 minutes out of their time to equip themselves with the tools and know-how on when to spot if a child might need some help.

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