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.
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.
The Nutcracker at the Theatre SevernA classic ballet for the whole family, Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker is one of the most famous ballets since its premiere in 1892. Amanda Arnold goes along to the Theatre Severn to see the ballet performed by The State Ballet Academy of Minsk.
British Theatres - The Next GenerationAlmost a quarter of a million pounds has been invested in building and restoring theatres across Britain since 1995. We check out ten of the newest theatres in Britain that are worth discovering in your area.