Stratford upon Avon's Butterfly FarmNestled in a quiet spot of Stratford-Upon-Avon, just a five minute walk from the town centre is the UK's largest tropical butterfly farm which boasts over 1500 free-flying butterflies at any given time. Drawn in by these intriguing creatures, BritEvent's Lucy Middleton visited the Butterfly Farm.
10 most haunted places in ShropshireEveryone has their own story of a ghost that supposedly haunts their home - from hooded monks disappearing into thin air, to gray ladies who float from room to room. A British county that has its fair share of hauntings, Shropshire is full of paranormal and unexplained tales of ghosts and ghouls. Here's our list of the top 10 most haunted places in Shropshire.
Get loved up for Valentine 2012First established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD, Valentine's Day celebrates St. Valentine, a Christian priest and martyr who lived in Rome. From the 14th century the saint became linked to love and romance, and today the fourteenth of February is marked with the sending of cards, flowers and gifts to loved ones. This Valentine's day, why not celebrate by taking your loved one to an event near you.
Pancake CustomsPancakes have a long tradition in England with the celebration of Shrovetide. This particular fried cake was made in this country as early as the 13th century. We take a look at some of the rural traditions of Shrove Tuesday, also known famously as Pancake Day.