‘The jokes come faster than the rapids on the River Tay’ The Guardian Multi award-winning comedian, writer, actor, and television presenter Griff Rhys Jones is set to embark on a national stand-up tour this autumn with the second leg of his sell-out 2024 show ‘The Cat’s Pyjamas’. Sharing witty observations and rambling comic stories, Griff’s funny anecdotes […]
Dining at Yassou Greek Kitchen, Little Eaton
YASSOU! Hiya, hello, good health! All lovely warm greetings that encapsulate the friendly welcome we received mid week at YASSOU Greek restaurant in long Eaton. Family owned and family run with traditional dishes cooked in their own kitchen by Sabu who has brought new magic to their dishes. This authentic Greek restaurant conjures up the […]
ANILA INDIAN DINING, BELPER
Walk Derbyshire – Beeley Moor & Chatsworth
This is one of the places you may have driven past in recent years, seen the usual ice cream van and lots of cars but thought “I wonder what they are doing.” We have thought this and then carried our drive down the hill in to Beeley and onto Chatsworth for our usual walks. (Sadly […]
Dining In Derbyshire – The Bulls Head, Holymoorside
Nestled in the centre of Holymoorside on the west side of Chesterfield. The Bulls Head, has over the past 9 years become the go to place for fine dining. Travelling there on a sunny Saturday evening we passed along country lanes Nestled in the centre of Holymoorside on the west side of Chesterfield. The Bulls […]
Restaurant Review – Anila
I have a theory so please bear with me; I think if you want to enjoy the best pasta outside Italy you go to a restaurant with an Italian head chef. If you want the best Paella you visit a restaurant with a Spanish chef, and if you want an authentic Indian meal, you go […]
Tui Marella Cruises
with Martin’s World Travel Discover the World with Marella Cruises – All-inclusive cruising to over 100 unforgettable destinations. Set sail on an adventure of a lifetime with Marella Cruises, operated by TUI, one of the UK’s most trusted travel brands. Whether you’re dreaming of sun-drenched beaches, ancient cities, or volcanic islands, Marella offers something for […]
Lost Houses of Derbyshire – Rough Heanor Manor
By Maxwell Craven If you drive from the Royal Derby Hospital to the A38, you might notice that, between the two is an island of overgrown vegetation with a busy slip road on either side of it: a rather desolate place surrounded by roads. Although it is not visible, inside stands an 18th century brick […]
Walk Derbyshire – Ashover & Littlemoor via Ashover Rock
Such a pretty little village with stone cottages, lovely country pubs and stunning walks which feature water and hills with awesome views. Ashover is definitely a walkers paradise and offers nice places for a drink or meal after. This month’s walk features a beautiful view through the heather which should hopefully be out in […]
Celebrity Interview – Mark & Lard
by Steve Orme Mark Radcliffe and Marc Riley presented various weekday shows on BBC Radio 1 from 1991 to 2004. Now they are on the road with their show Carry On – An Evening With Mark and Lard which is basically a series of clips from their afternoon programme. They will stop off at both […]