Redhills - home of the Pitman's Parliament
The Miners’ Hall at Redhills, Durham opened in October 1915 as probably the finest, purpose-built trade union building in Britain. Its debating chamber was known as the "Pitman's Parliament".
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British Boar
If you go down to the woods today, according to the old song, you’re sure of a big surprise. Oh, good! Well, maybe not. It won’t be cuddly, picnicking Teddy Bears, but it could just be wild boar.
Llyn Padarn - a beautiful lake in Wales
Llyn Padarn is a magnificent glacially formed lake in North Wales. It sits at the heart of Snowdonia’s most spectacular scenery.
Reverend Jack Russell, famed for his terriers
John "Jack" Russell, known as "The Sporting Parson", was the vicar of Swimbridge and rector of Black Torrington in North Devon. He was an enthusiastic fox-hunter and dog breeder, and was the original breeder of the famous Jack Russell Terrier.
The mulberry tree in Britain
The black mulberry is not native to Britain. However, it was widely planted in Britain due to a campaign by King James I, who wanted a "home-grown" silk industry. Unfortunately, the black mulberry is the wrong tree for this!
Tintern Abbey - romantic remains by the River Wye
The ruins of Tintern Abbey, on the Welsh bank of the River Wye north of Chepstow, have for many years delighted walkers and tourists, and inspired poets and painters such as Wordsworth and Turner. The original abbey was abandoned after the monasteries were dissolved by Henry VIII.
Six things to delight and entertain you every day.