Creating a home that feels both inviting and stylish begins with the right furniture — pieces that balance design, comfort, and craftsmanship. If you’re looking to furnish your home with timeless, well-made furniture, The Cotswold Company offers everything you need to transform your living space. Their beautifully crafted collections blend heritage-inspired charm with modern-day functionality, creating homes filled with warmth and character. Start your journey today with The Cotswold Company and discover the perfect furniture to elevate your home’s beauty and comfort. Celebrating British Craftsmanship For years, The Cotswold Company has stood out for its dedication to quality craftsmanship and…
Author: Lucy Contrino
Jewellery has the power to transform an outfit, but many people think it’s only for those with deep pockets. The truth is, you can create a collection that feels luxurious without spending beyond your means. By making thoughtful choices and focusing on lasting style, you’ll enjoy pieces that look far more expensive than they are. Keep reading to see how you can start building a collection that fits your budget while still feeling refined. Choosing Timeless Pieces Over Trends Trends come and go quickly, and they can drain your budget fast. Instead, focus on timeless designs such as simple stud…
Shari Dunn, attorney, educator, and author of Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work (HarperCollins Business, 2025), will appear at The Black Counsel Forum on 25–26 September 2025, as part of her UK book tour. The Forum brings together Black legal professionals to explore equity, merit, and recognition in law and beyond. Shari Dunn’s career spans law, journalism, consulting, and education. She leads ITBOM Consulting, advising organisations on systems change for equity, and her writing has appeared in TIME, Fast Company, and Fortune. She has also provided expert commentary for Bloomberg Radio, Forbes, NBC, and PBS. Her book,…
Digital Boost brings free expert business mentoring event to Preston! Digital Boost, the UK’s leading provider of free business mentorship and support, is excited to announce a special event for local businesses in Preston. This event is designed to help small organisations unlock their growth potential with the support of experienced digital marketing and business experts. Empowering local businesses: Digital Boost exists to make expert business advice, mentorship, and support accessible to every small business and charity, regardless of budget or background. Owned by the charity Founders4Schools, we connect business leaders with our community of 5,000+ volunteer mentors who are…
Putney has gained a secret worth sharing. RAAZ, meaning “secret” in Hindi, has arrived on Lower Richmond Road, with modern Indian cooking from a chef whose career spans two decades in London’s most acclaimed restaurants. Chef Patron Imran Mansuri has spent over twenty years in some of London’s most celebrated Indian restaurants, including Michelin-starred Benares and Jamavar, as well as Tamarind, Annabel’s, and, most recently, Kolamba. RAAZ is the first time he has stepped out on his own, bringing fine dining precision to food that carries the rigour of his training yet feels generous and distinctly his own. For Imran,…
Lewis Perkins, a 31-year-old entrepreneur from Northamptonshire, is celebrating being named a finalist in the prestigious BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards. He’s been shortlisted in the highly competitive ‘Young Gun’ category, which honours rising stars under 35 making waves in the world of franchising. Just over a year ago, Lewis launched his More Than Loft Ladders business. Now, he’s being recognised on a national stage for his commitment to customer service, community impact and exceptional business growth across the Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire regions. Lewis discovered the perks of loft improvement right under his own roof – and soon…
Local mum-of-two, Charlotte Pinnuck, is leaving behind her corporate career to start something of her own – Basking Babies. This new venture will see her offering baby massage, baby yoga and reflexology classes, as well as pregnancy and nurture circles to the parents and little ones of Bishop’s Stortford. Drawing on her own experience of finding comfort, connection and confidence through attending Basking Babies classes with her youngest son, Charlotte is passionate about creating that same safe, supportive space for other local parents. Her classes will give parents the chance to bond with their babies while also building friendships and…
Pacifica Local is ushering in a new era for domestic and commercial appliance repair, combining over two decades of national expertise with the chance for ambitious entrepreneurs to build thriving businesses of their own. Since launching its franchise model in 2023, the brand has been empowering partners to take control of their future – and with its refreshed identity now in place, the business is setting its sights firmly on growth. Backed by the strength of the UK’s leading name in the sector, Pacifica Local equips franchise partners to deliver expert services spanning repair, inspection, replacement, and installation. From washing…
Scotland’s own Jenna Ross has once again proven that discipline, focus and relentless commitment pay off, after defending her WBC Muaythai Flyweight World Championship in front of a packed Glasgow crowd. At just 28 years old, the Irvine-born fighter has already achieved what many only dream of — two world titles — and she’s showing no signs of slowing down. Her fourth-round stoppage against the world’s No.2 ranked flyweight was not only a victory for Ross but also a proud moment for Scotland on the global sporting stage. Behind her success is a daily routine defined by dedication. Ross juggles…
After winning hearts at the Cherry Picked Pop Up in Glasgow’s Saints of Ingram at the weekend, Lucky Swallows — the striking, sustainable wall-mounted birds made from recycled ocean plastic — have officially launched online at luckyswallows.com. The brand is the brainchild of interior designer and BBC Scotland’s Home of the Year presenter Anna Campbell-Jones and Ally Mitchell, founder of Ocean Plastic Pots. Each swallow is crafted in Scotland from salvaged fishing nets, rope and harbour waste, giving marine plastic new life as a decorative, meaningful object. Lightweight and easy to hang, every Lucky Swallow is hand-finished and boxed with…