2 h. ago Seagull is kicked to death after stealing fish from customer outside a chippy

The herring gull stole its supper from a takeaway at Marine Parade in Barmouth, Wales at around 1pm on August 4.

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9 h. ago Railway journey in Wales named among best attractions in the world

The Vale of Rheidol Railway in mid Wales continues to wow passengers with its 'incredible views' and the service provided by staff and volunteers

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11 h. ago Seagull dies after being 'kicked to death for pinching fish' outside chippy

The RSPCA is investigating after a seagull was kicked to death in Barmouth after taking fish off a plate

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29 h. ago Britain facing fish and chips crisis with octopus and jellyfish set to replace cod

Battered sausage, cod or haddock are your usual fish and chip orders, but Brits may find themselves with no option but to tuck into more exotic kind of sea life on a Friday

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33 h. ago American in UK tries fish and chips but is told they've 'made a mistake'

Sarah Renee, an American who moved to the UK, frequently shares her thoughts on British foods and various UK brands. In her most recent review, she chose to sample the classic dish of fish and chips.

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36 h. ago The hidden gem Scottish Borders town near alpaca farm perfect for Edinburgh Fringe escape

It is located around just an hour out of Edinburgh.

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59 h. ago Squid and chips? How UK’s warming waters could change which fish we eat

Rapid changes to ocean temperatures bring obstacles and opportunities to UK's fishing fleet

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3 d. ago Cheshire's hidden gem building with huge indoor pool and hot tub

Cheshire is a particular gold-mine, with holiday makers stumbling across an exceptional holiday cottage that features both a huge private pool and hot tub

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3 d. ago I tried the £10 Uber steam train experience — and was transported to the golden age of rail travel

A three-course meal on a Golden Arrow dining car, followed by a vineyard tour, all for the cost of a single glass of wine in a London bar? This might be 2025’s hottest ticket, says India Block

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3 d. ago 'I visited Irish town where Braveheart was shot and it's a hidden gem just two hours from Glasgow'

Fionnuala Boyle visited the ancient town of Trim, located just 20 minutes by car from Dublin International Airport

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3 d. ago Netflix hidden gem with perfect Rotten Tomatoes score fans forgot existed

Fans and critics agree the series is binge worthy and can be finished in one evening

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3 d. ago I visited a picturesque hidden gem just 10 minutes away from the capital of Santorini

Santorini has been described as one of the most beautiful islands in the world, but is it worth a visit? I took a trip to the popular Greek island to find out.

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5 d. ago 'Hidden European gem' is 'world's most liveable city' and great for cycling

A study from Oxford Economics has named the 10 top cities offering to the highest quality of life to residents, and the top spot goes to a gem in the French Alps

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5 d. ago Weapons writer's hidden gem 'masterpiece' that left viewers with 'clammy palms'

If you loved Weapons then add this to your watch list

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5 d. ago ‘Who needs the scorching Med?’ Readers’ tips for cooler European coastal holidays

From the deserted Danish Riviera to the unspoilt beaches of Poland, our readers share their favourite, more chilled European coastlines• Tell us about your favourite rail holiday – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherSpend some time on Rügen, Germany’s largest island, on its Baltic coast. White sandy beaches and darker history await. Visit Lauterbach, by the sea. From there, catch the coastal ferry to the tiny fishing village of Baabe, a near three-mile (5km) walk/cycle through rolling countryside and catch the “Raging Roland” steam train back again. Not far away, you can walk the cliffs that inspired Caspar David Friedrich. For a very different day, visit Prora and its massive beachside concrete apartment blocks, originally planned as a Nazi holiday complex, before becoming a Soviet army barracks, and now a part ruin, part reunification commercial and residential redevelopment.Richard Continue reading...

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5 d. ago 'Hidden gem' city is the most walkable in the world and a UK tourist favourite

Skyscanner has named the most walkable cities in the world for 2025, with a European city taking the top spot

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7 d. ago The Edinburgh hidden gem garden perfect to escape the chaos of the Fringe Festival

It is just a short walk from Scotland's oldest pub.

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7 d. ago Seaside town with 'hidden gem' beach that feels like 'a world away'

The area is renowned for spectacular sunsets and visitors say they love the quieter vibe on the beach compared to busier nearby spots

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7 d. ago UK 'seaside town' has everything but a beach including fish and chip shops, arcades and 20C lido

The interesting town is a world away from the coast - but it has everything you'd want from a trip to the seaside, including amazing fish and chips

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8 d. ago Deserted Scottish beach that looks like Caribbean paradise is a superb hidden gem

Achmelvich Bay's beautiful little-known beach is tucked away on the northwest coast of Scotland - and it's a hidden gem for those in the know who say it could be in the Caribbean

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