Fifteen facts you didn't know about ShropshireIt's one of the most picturesque counties in Britain, yet is one of the least well-known. Visitors are often delighted at the choice of activities available in Shropshire. Steeped in history and culture, tourists come to Shropshire to see the country's incredible past. Here are fifteen interesting bitesize facts that may astound you, even if you've lived all your life in this wonderful county.
Matthew Bourne's The NutcrackerHeralded as the most popular dance production ever staged in the UK, Matthew Bourne’s The Nutcracker returns to Sadler’s Wells in London. Amanda Arnold takes a look at the new production, which begins its UK tour in 2012.
The History of Afternoon TeaThere are few British customs that are as well known as the social and relaxing cup of good old-fashioned tea. We take a look at the history of afternoon tea, and explain how tearooms became popular places for relaxation and refreshment.
A Taste of London's East EndThe Brick Lane Beigel Bake in London's East End is a small reminder of the area's once vibrant Jewish community. With its now thriving Bangladeshi and Bengali communities, this part of the East End is a celebration of tastes, smells, colours and cultures.