Review: 44 Café, Bistro & Bar, Leamington Spa
The prospect of a night out to see some stand-up comedy is a welcome one these days. As well as being one of the main things that unites us, laughter is the best tonic against the current climate of financial, political and emotional challenges we face. No surprise then that there was an enthusiastic turnout […]
Stage is set for first Stratford Showcase at Bell Court
“If music be the food of love play on” . . . next month Stratford-upon-Avon’s food and retail hub plays host to the first Bell Court Live event. Music and performances from a variety of local artists will set the tone for the special free summer event in a collaboration between Bell Court and Stratford’s […]
Coventry Food Bank’s fresh appeal for support ahead of toughest time of year
The team behind Coventry Foodbank have issued a fresh appeal for support ahead of a predicted spike in demand over the school holidays next week (w/c July 24th). The city’s 14 food banks are bracing themselves for increased demand at the same time as a forecast 25% drop in donations as the summer break leaves […]
Packed programme of live comedy and music on new Café Bar menu
A packed programme of live entertainment has been unveiled at a popular new food and drink venue which opened its doors in Leamington in March. Those with an appetite for comedy and music will welcome the news that both are now a firm fixture on the menu at 44 Café Bar & Bistro, in Clarendon […]
Celebrity names support charity’s second gala dinner in memory of late son
A Coventry mum is hoping to top previous fundraising at the second Gala Dinner she has organised in memory of her late son. Sharon Luca-Chatha established The Luca Foundation after her son, Luca, was stillborn at almost full term in June 2012. Since then the charity has raised thousands to fund the purchase and repair […]
Hatton Estate launched as part of post-lockdown comeback for corporates
A local landowner has launched a new team building business which he says will be a much needed ‘shot in the arm’ for local corporate growth post-lockdown. The 700-acre Hatton Estate, which has been in the Arkwright family since the early 19th century, now hosts exclusive indoor and outdoor hospitality and events from four to […]
New million pound chapter for Warwickshire hotel
The new owners behind troubled Wroxall Abbey Hotel in Warwickshire have pledged to ‘rebuild trust in the community’ as they announce huge plans for the site. The Warwick venue, which reopened its doors last autumn, has unveiled a million-pound refurbishment and expansion under its new ownership of ONS International Ltd T/A. It marks a bright […]
Children support children with Night At The Museum fundraiser
A sleepover with a difference in Warwick will raise funds for a local children’s charity next month when youngsters reenact the movie A Night At The Museum. Members and leaders of the 10th Leamington St Marks Rainbows will be camping out in Warwick’s Market Hall Museum in aid of Molly Ollys which supports children with life-limiting […]
Immerse yourself in a land of pirates and puzzles for a brand new swashbuckling adventure
From May 27th, Magic Alley presents The Curse of Jewel Island – a new exciting summer event that promises to challenge your wits and put your problem-solving skills to the test! Jewel Island, in Stratford’s Bell Court, is filled with sparkling diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires and the King of Jewel Island is trying to […]
Join Founder along 32km Foodbank circuit fundraiser
The Founder of Coventry Foodbank is taking literal steps to raise awareness and funds as demand on the facility continues to grow. Canon Gavin Kibble MBE is inviting members of the public to join him as he walks the 32km, stopping at all of the city’s 14 foodbank centres on May 29th. It is expected […]