Eileen Smith - Civil Celebrant

17/11/2025

You're invited. 🧡 The countdown to Christmas has begun, and our Christmas Bazaar is the perfect place to kick off the festivities!

Join us at Books, Brew & Boutique on Peartree Road, Stanway, on Saturday 22nd (9am–5pm) and Sunday 23rd November (10am–4pm), and explore a lovely collection of vintage and pre-loved treasures to make your Christmas extra special.

From decorations and cosy jumpers to thoughtful gifts and charming cards, there’s something for everyone on your list. And the best part? Every purchase helps support St Helena Hospice, spreading a little extra joy this festive season.

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28/10/2025

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Listen to the latest episodes of The Rise and Fall of ... on BBC Sounds.

21/10/2025

14/10/2025

One of the longest sets of dinosaur footprints in the world has been discovered in a limestone quarry near Bicester, in Oxfordshire, England.

06/09/2025

Snoo cave Scotland

04/09/2025

Scotland weather

02/09/2025

Loch Ness Scotland

15/08/2025

Today we marked the 80th anniversary of VJ Day with a commemorative Union Flag raising ceremony at County Hall.

Cllr Ray Gooding, Chairman of Essex County Council was joined by Mrs Cathy Gooding, Lt Col Ed Rankin, Commander, Colchester Garrison, Rev Canon Sebastian Harries, Chelmsford Cathedral, Cllr Kevin Bentley, Leader of Essex County Council, Cllr Mike Steel, Member for Broomfield and Writtle Essex County Council today to pay tribute to those who served in the Far East and Pacific during WWII.

“VJ Day marks the end of a global conflict that shaped the course of history. As we raise the Union Jack at County Hall, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of all who served in the Far East and Pacific.

"Their legacy continues to inspire us to uphold peace and unity in our communities.” Chairman Cllr Ray Gooding, Essex County Council.

From all of us at Essex County Council, we remember and thank those who gave so much for the peace we enjoy today.

03/08/2025

St. Helena BBB Stanway Cream Tea Specials - when they are gone - they are gone !

26/07/2025