Iconic Actress Joanna Lumley to Officially Open Transformed Stroud’s Five Valleys Shopping Centre Wednesday, April 15, 2026 stroud fivevalleys redevelopment joannalumley vintage independent retail leisure community shoppingcenter Stroud’s beloved shopping destination is set for a grand reopening next week, celebrating a remarkable £31 million transformation. The iconic actress and presenter, Dame Joanna Lumley, will grace the town with her presence to … Read More
Iconic Actress Joanna Lumley to Officially Open Stroud’s Revitalised Five Valleys Shopping Centre Wednesday, April 15, 2026 joannalumley stroud fivevalleys redevelopment vintage shopping independent community retail leisure Stroud’s beloved Five Valleys Shopping Centre is set to reopen next week following an extensive £31 million redevelopment, with iconic actress and presenter Dame Joanna Lumley scheduled to officiate the grand opening. Since … Read More
The Repair Shop Fans Embrace Dominic Chinea’s New Solo Series Wednesday, March 11, 2026 dominicchinea therepairshop restoration cornwall craftsman television streaming vintage workshop heritage For nearly ten years, Dominic Chinea has gained recognition for restoring treasured family heirlooms on the BBC’s popular series The Repair Shop. This month, fans have the chance to see Dominic in a fresh light with his own … Read More
Woman Snags £4 Louis Vuitton Handbag from Charity Shop, True Value Astonishes All Monday, March 2, 2026 louisvuitton charityshop handbag thrifting bargain designer vintage fashion resale buysmart Charity shops often hold hidden treasures for those willing to look closely. Each store offers a unique selection, making every visit an unpredictable adventure. While some shops are filled with everyday items, others can … Read More
A Glimpse into Gloucester’s Past: The Busy Junction of 1968 Sunday, February 1, 2026 gloucester 1968 photography junction history urban transport vintage cityscape elvinyoung On April 6, 1968, one of Gloucester’s busiest junctions was captured in a series of evocative photographs by Elvin Young. These images offer a rare glimpse into the daily life and atmosphere of the city more than half a … Read More
The Repair Shop Expert Raises Alarm Over Rare Sleigh Restoration Challenges Friday, December 26, 2025 repair restoration sleigh therepairshop sentimental vintage flexibleflyer christmas bbc heritage On Friday night, BBC audiences enjoyed a special Christmas edition of The Repair Shop, featuring renowned guests such as Dame Helen Mirren, Julia Donaldson, and Rob Brydon who brought cherished possessions for restoration. … Read More