4 d. ago Toby Carvery faces storm of protest for felling ancient oak tree

The ancient oak tree is believed to date back to the 1600s

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6 d. ago Huge fire at Glasgow industrial estate as smoke billows into sky

Eight fire appliances raced to the scene shortly after 1pm on Sunday, joined by Police Scotland officers.

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1 week ago Deer to be culled on Scottish Highland estate under 'last resort' decision

It is the first time a control scheme has been used to cull deer on a Scottish estate under legislation introduced in 1996

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2 w. ago Six people taken to hospital as huge blaze breaks out at Scottish industrial estate and buildings evacuated

Firefighters are battling a massive blaze at an industrial estate in Cumbernauld

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2 w. ago Just the ticket: Europe’s 10 best train station hotels for a first

Travelling by rail? Treat yourself to a proper arrival at these extra-special hotels, just minutes from the platformYou might think the location is the best thing about this hotel – slap bang next to María Zambrano station – the ideal starting point for a tour of Andalucía’s trio of spectacular cities: Seville, Córdoba and Granada. But the roof terrace is an unexpected win, too, with a sleek outdoor pool, alfresco sofas and loungers for a post-sightseeing snooze, and a nice menu of cocktails and light bites. The real gem, though, is the totally unexpected slide that swooshes down from the first to the ground floor, giving the lobby a lovely sense of fun. Breakfasts are also excellent.Doubles from £144 room-only, barcelo.com Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Wigan Athletic fans pay tribute to one of their own at the ground where he was loved

"Red or Blue. A Wiganer through and through"

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4 w. ago Scottish estate dating back to 1600s with 'lovely grounds' reopens for spring

A fascinating Scottish estate dating back to the 17th century has reopened its doors to the public.

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4 w. ago West End musical tells story of Briton who fell in love with an American during 9/11 atrocity

Brit Nick and his American wife Diane Marson met when their plane was grounded in Newfoundland on 9/11. They fell in love and their story has inspired a West End romantic musical.

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