Hay on Wye - Town of BooksIf you're a book lover, a trip to the small Welsh border town of Hay on Wye is a must. At the last count, the town boasted 30 bookshops and attracts visitors from all over the world. We discover the town, its bookshops and its often eccentric history.
Lady Boys of Bangkok - Thai'd down at The PlaceBritEvents' Amanda Arnold reviews the Lady Boys of Bangkok at Telford's The Place at Oakengates Theatre, and finds herself in awe of the perfect makeup, stunning figures and fabulous costumes on the world's most beautiful show-girls, who just happen to be men!
Top ten stand-up comedians for 2012Over the last few years there has been an explosion of interest in stand-up comedy, thanks to the likes of Edinburgh's Festival Fringe, as well as comedy panel shows such as Mock The Week. 2012 promises to be a fabulous year for stand-up comedy, with many of Britain's best comedians taking to the stage at venues across Britain. BritEvents' Amanda Arnold takes a look at some of the best comedians touring this year.
Five Easy Day Trips from LondonAs the writer Samuel Johnson so aptly put it: "When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life". If you're visiting London and you find yourself tiring of the hustle and bustle of this huge city, here are some suggestions for day trips from England's capital city.