Entertainment
Can parents afford a family day out this summer?
The cost of some of the UK’s favourite family activities have risen by over 50% in the past 10 years, while popular solo and stay at home activities have fallen, according to the latest Spare Time Spending report from Halifax.
Frank Skinner to guest star in new series of Doctor Who
Room 101 host Frank Skinner is the latest name confirmed to guest star in an episode of the new series of Doctor Who this Autumn.
Acoustic gig showcases seven Bristol acts
Some of the hottest acoustic acts in the South West are preparing to help raise funds for St Peter’s Hospice at the launch of this year’s ‘Party for Pete,’ at one of Bristol’s favourite music venues, the Fleece on St Thomas Street.
Barts in full bloom for Chelsea Show
Following on from Uncle Barts Grand refurb, Barts will be in full bloom for this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, which will take place from 20th – 24th May 2014.
Richard Branson tops list of ideal bosses
Hardworking Brits have revealed British entrepreneur, Richard Branson, to be their ideal boss. Citing his perceived generous nature as one of the main reasons, the Virgin tycoon was the clear lead against other well-known competition from the business world.
BBC One announces new three-part series, John Bishop’s Australia
In summer 2014 one of the UK’s biggest comedy stars is to return to BBC One. John Bishop’s Australia sees John Bishop host his debut international travelogue, retracing the route of a mammoth bike journey he first made as a 25-year-old back in 1992.
Virgin Media goes big with UK’s first true ‘quad-play’ bundles
Virgin Media is transforming the way in which home communications and entertainment services can be bought, with the introduction of flexible new Big Bundles.
Jeremy Paxman to step down as presenter of Newsnight
Jeremy Paxman has decided to step down as the presenter of Newsnight, a position he has held with great distinction for 25 years.
New digital initiative toasts finest Scottish pub & bar stories for the first time
For the first time ever, a major new digital initiative (launched 1 May 2014) is celebrating the role that pubs and bars play in telling visitors the great stories of Scotland.
Call the Midwife actor visits local hospice
Call the Midwife star Jack Ashton has returned to his hometown to pay a special visit to Bristol’s only adult hospice where he met patients, carers and specialists.
Industry leaders join forces to produce fitness-focused playlist featuring top artists
This week Runtastic - an innovative suite of apps, products and services that track and manage health and fitness data to motivate individuals to get in shape, stay healthy and improve overall fitness - announced a new partnership with Universal Music Group.
Cardinal Burns returns
Seb Cardinal and Dustin Demri-Burns return with the highly-anticipated second series of their multi award-winning comedy sketch show – this time, on their new home; Channel 4!
Ragley to host another spectacular Battle Proms concert
Ragley is to host its fourth spectacular Battle Proms open air concert on Saturday 16 August. Guests can enjoy an unrivalled blend of musical talent, expert displays, spectacular pyrotechnics and a celebratory atmosphere which makes this event a truly memorable occasion.
BBC announces exclusive WW1 UNCUT collection for BBC iPlayer
As part of its World War One Season the BBC has announced a new commission exclusively for BBC iPlayer, called WW1 UNCUT. The collection will see 12 episodes launch in total, starting from the 10 April and throughout spring 2014.
Stream online music and stored CD quality music directly on your headset with STREAMZ
STREAMZ, the breakthrough smart headphones that eliminate the hassle of a separate music player by utilizing a built-in WiFi and Bluetooth Android Music Player, has launched its Kickstarter campaign.