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Murder Mystery kicks off new calendar of live events at Wroxall Abbey Hotel

Diners with an appetite for intrigue are being invited to play sleuth as Wroxall Abbey announces the return of live and immersive entertainment to the hotel. The Victorian Mansion House in Warwick is the perfect setting for the first Murder Mystery Night, on October 28th, heralding a line-up of events for the festive season. Staged […]

‘Rotary has been my lifeline – and now we need a lifeline for Rotary’

Henley Rotary Club, Anna Devey

“Rotary has been my lifeline and now we need a lifeline for Rotary” – These are the words of the first female President of Henley Rotary ahead of its 50th anniversary next year. For Anna Devey, from Shrewley, the message couldn’t be more heartfelt as she appeals for more members to help secure the future […]

Cast announced as Wicked prepares to fly into Birmingham

Wicked, “one of the most successful musicals of all time” (BBC News), will fly back into Birmingham Hippodrome from Tuesday 5th March to Sunday 7th April 2024. The cast is confirmed as Laura Pick (Elphaba), Sarah O’Connor (Glinda), Carl Man (Fiyero), Donna Berlin (Madame Morrible), Simeon Truby (The Wizard and Doctor Dillamond), Jed Berry (Boq), Megan Gardiner (Nessarose), Casey Al-Shaqsy (Standby for Elphaba), Thomas Charles, Julie Cloke, Charlotte Coggin, Freddie Conway, Áine Curran, Jade Davies, Kamau Davis, Russell Dickson, Maddison Firth, Lydia Gerrard, James Gower-Smith, Shoko Ito, Holly Lawrence, Nick Len, Stephanie Lindo, Will Lucas, Will Luckett, Rozz Mbwembwe, Georgia […]

Creative collaboration tailor-made for a good cause

A special creative collaboration is set to raise thousands of pounds for a local children’s charity later this month. Local people will have the opportunity to bid on pieces in a limited-edition womenswear collection designed by Leamington artist Gemma Grao Art and tailors Clements and Church, in aid of Molly Ollys. Tickets for the exclusive […]

Local gin company gears up for first class fun

A gin company based in Warwick, is taking its unique concept on the road thanks to the acquisition of a new events bus. It marks the start of an exciting new journey for That Gin Company brand, which started life as That Gin & Cocktail Bar in Swan Street. The converted double-decker Cocktail Tours Bus […]

Woman whose life has been shaped by grief takes support into the workplace

A Balsall Common woman is taking her own experience with grief into the workplace following an increased demand for fostering mental wellbeing among employees. Tracey McAtamney, who was herself widowed at a young age, runs the Surviving Bereavement Foundation as well as a growing number of bereavement cafes across south Warwickshire and the West Midlands. […]

Family team pours heart and soul into new craft beer enterprise

A family of entrepreneurs from Warwick have taken their first steps into hospitality with their new craft beer bar and shop which recently opened in the town. Father and son Paul and Harvey Brown, supported by mum Jacqui and brother Regan, have launched The Craftsman, in Smith Street. The venue, which opened last month, is […]

Feed The Hungry boss gives first hand account of his visit to Ukraine frontline

Ukraine, Feed The Hungry

On July 19th the CEO of Coventry-based charity Feed The Hungry UK, Gwyn Williams, headed off to go to Ukraine to visit Pastor Yan Horsu who works with charity partner Bread of Life in distributing food to Churches and communities across Ukraine. Since the start of the War FTH internationally have been responsible in sending […]

New Drinks Festival showcases local producers

A new Drinks Festival in Leamington will celebrate local producers from across Warwickshire this week. 44 Café, Bistro and Bar is hosting the four-day event between Thursday and Sunday, including live entertainment from Jimmy Lapworth, Kirsty Ann, Rocky Road and Gareth John. Independent producers involved are hosts Windmill Hill Brewing Company, Leamington; Warwickshire Gin Company, […]