15 h. ago Historic building in Welsh seaside town to go on the market again

Vale of Glamorgan Council advertised a lease for someone to run The Kymin years ago, but the plan to repurpose it as a restaurant or hotel fell through

Economics

15 h. ago Hotspur Press fire: Orange flames and black smoke engulf Manchester’s oldest mill

A major fire has destroyed what is believed to be Manchester’s oldest mill, the historic Hotspur Press building, prompting the evacuation of dozens of nearby residents.

Events

4 d. ago Historic burgh buildings to be sold by Falkirk Council after listed status secured

Denny Town House 'means a lot to the community' councillors heard as sale finally agreed

Politics

4 d. ago Penthouses with a private terrace for sale in England and Scotland – in pictures

From an historic building in the heart of the city to a seaside complex inspired by an ocean liner Continue reading...

Economics

5 d. ago Market town jeweller, 66, was found hanged next to his wife's dead body after 'rapid deterioration' of his mental health during Covid, inquest hearing is told

A jeweller was found hanged near to his wife's dead body at their home after his mental health declined following the 'anxieties and challenges' of the covid pandemic, a coroner was told today.

Events

5 d. ago Harriet Tubman’s church in Canada was a crucial force in the abolitionist movement. It’s still standing today

Located in Ontario, the church provided shelter and aid to Black Americans who participated in the Underground Railroad to escape slavery in the USOn a cold day in January 2024, Rochelle Bush walked up the steps of Salem Chapel, British Methodist Episcopal Church in St Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Bush, the owner and primary tour guide of Tubman Tours Canada and Salem Chapel’s historian, moved quickly through the church pointing out the history, which spans across generations back to when the building was built centuries ago.The church’s roots stretch to about 1788 when Black people, many of whom were seeking freedom from slavery in the US, began to settle in the St Catharines area. Along with their hopes, dreams and plans for the future, these settlers, many of whom were followers of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, and Richard Allen, a founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, brought their religions with them. Continue reading...

Politics

6 d. ago Inside Kaleb Cooper's life in stunning market town with average house price of £380k

Kaleb Cooper is known for his role on Amazon Prime's Clarkson's Farm, where he works with Jeremy Clarkson at Diddly Squat farm - but at home, he leads a rather normal life.

Economics

6 d. ago You won’t believe what’s buried on the slopes of this historic Welsh hill walk

One of my favourite short hikes is a hill walk near the market town of Abergavenny, which has a very unusual burial site and memorial on the heather-clad slopes

Politics

7 d. ago I'm thinking about quitting the US after visiting this little

A small market town - home to medieval castle ruins and fantastic cream teas - has left one American woman so charmed that she is considering moving there.

Politics

8 d. ago The charming Scottish market town that was named 'happiest town' in Scotland

The former royal burgh is perfect for a family day out.

Politics

1 week ago Beautiful UK seaside town crowned one of the best in Europe for major feature

The small market town of Lymington in Hampshire has been named as one of the best in Europe - and it's perfect for foodies looking for the best seafood in the continent

Politics

1 week ago LIVE Rochdale sex abuse trial updates as seven men found guilty of string of offences against two teenage girls

The victims' abusers were mainly either taxi drivers or market stall traders in the town. The girls were 'passed around' for sex by the predators before being discarded.

Events

1 week ago Unsung chocolate box town is like if Disney did Ye Olde England and is just 1 hour from Wales

This ancient market town is like stepping into the pages of a story book and there's so much to see around it

Politics

1 week ago Historic buildings to be sold by Falkirk Council as listed status secured

Denny Town House is now a C-listed building which will protect its historic features

Politics

2 w. ago The beautiful north west riverside walk ending with a castle

Starting in a market town, it takes you along a scenic river, through a 13th century estate, over a suspension bridge and ends with a castle

Politics

2 w. ago Appleby horse fair aftermath sees fields covered in rubbish in horror photos

Pictures show rubbish-strewn fields in the aftermath of the event, which saw a blaze break out as 30,000 people descended on the sleepy market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland in Cumbria

Events

2 w. ago Welsh seaside town with cobbled streets and an ancient pub features in Death Valley

Viewers of the show may have spotted this Vale of Glamorgan seaside town within the first few seconds of Death Valley's recent episode when a car drove through its streets as it headed to the church for a wedding

Events

2 w. ago Underrated Welsh market town is all about biking, beers, and big Sunday lunches

This historic town was once a stop-off for weary drovers and is now positioning itself as the 'outdoors capital of Wales'

Politics

2 w. ago Clarkson's Farm star puts her £2.8million Cotswolds country home up for sale

The six -bedroom house, crafted from classic Cotswold stone, is nestled in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold - a picture postcard market town in Gloucestershire.

Economics

2 w. ago Historic Manchester building with Coronation Street link reopens as ‘rustic’ pub

Think of it as a 'historical tavern reimagined'

Politics