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Picture-perfect base from which to explore the gems of Norfolk

Flip flops in hand, toes on golden sand, I’m strolling down the shell-lined shoreline, relishing cool waves lapping my ankles as the early-evening sun starts to settle.

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Dogs Trust provides foster homes for dogs of owners fleeing domestic abuse. Photo by Richard Murgatroyd Photography

Dogs Trust launches domestic abuse service in Bedfordshire

Dogs Trust is launching a new project in Bedfordshire that offers support for dog owners who are escaping domestic abuse.

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Saga's new Spirit of Discovery at her berth in Stockholm

Cruising the Baltic aboard Saga's stunning new boutique-style Spirit of Discovery

Five years ago Saga Holidays announced plans to build a brand new ship which would set new standards in the world of luxury cruising. And in July, those plans reached fruition when Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, was on hand in Dover – the company's home port – to name the boutique-style vessel Spirit of Discovery which Alan and Jo Wooding recently experienced on a 14-night 'Myths and Legends of the Baltic' cruise

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The top 10 airports in the UK for food options, according to travellers

Airports offer numerous amenities for travellers, ranging from shopping and relaxation to restaurants and bars.

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These are the top 10 predicted dog names for 2020

Naming a new pet can be a difficult choice, with so many traditional and trending names to choose from.

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These cities stand out when it comes to making visitors feel at home

These are the UK's 20 friendliest cities

We all might like to think of our home city as a welcoming place, but there are some that stand out far above the rest when it comes to making visitors feel at home.

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Barry Donaldson and the team at Olney Pancake Parlour

Olney Pancake Parlour chosen to trial Bewley's new range of speciality teas and coffees

Family-run Olney Pancake Parlour has been chosen to trial a new range of speciality coffee and tea from one of the world’s leading coffee roasters, Bewley’s.

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Did you complain about any of these shows? (Photo: Shutterstock)

These were the top 10 most complained about TV shows this year

Over the last 12 months, regulator Ofcom received over 57,0000 complaints about TV shows on British television.

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These pubs are all in the 2019 Michelin Guide.

These 13 restaurants in Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Oxfordshire are all recommended by the Michelin Guide

The Michelin Guide is widely considered the gastronomic bible of where to eat out – and there are a number of restaurants in the area surrounding Milton Keynes recommended by the 2019 edition of the famous guidebook.

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Here are some of the rarest coins in circulation in the UK.

The ten rarest coins in circulation at the moment - and how much they are worth

Not everybody carries change around these days, with many preferring to pay by card.

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These are the most popular Disney inspired names

These are the 10 most popular Disney-inspired names

According to a recent study, more than a million Brits are named after Disney characters.

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Travel: Discover a hotel at the heart of Manchester

Ruth Brindle takes a first-time trip to the city and uncovers a wealth of history

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The huge Commonwealth Cemetery at Bergen-op-Zoom

A memorable and moving visit to the Netherlands

Alan Wooding travelled to the Netherlands as the guest of Liberation Route Europe and Europe Remembers where he learned of the little known Polish involvement in some of the key battles while understanding why the Poles were unable to return to their homeland following the Second World War armistice.

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Picture-perfect base from which to explore the gems of Norfolk

Dogs Trust launches domestic abuse service in Bedfordshire

Cruising the Baltic aboard Saga's stunning new boutique-style Spirit of Discovery

The top 10 airports in the UK for food options, according to travellers

These are the top 10 predicted dog names for 2020

These are the UK's 20 friendliest cities

Olney Pancake Parlour chosen to trial Bewley's new range of speciality teas and coffees

These were the top 10 most complained about TV shows this year

These 13 restaurants in Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Oxfordshire are all recommended by the Michelin Guide

The ten rarest coins in circulation at the moment - and how much they are worth

These are the 10 most popular Disney-inspired names

Travel: Discover a hotel at the heart of Manchester

A memorable and moving visit to the Netherlands

Urgent appeal for families in Bedfordshire to discuss organ donation

NHS Community Trust delivering services across Luton and Bedfordshire rated Outstanding

These are 8 of the most popular ‘dark tourism’ destinations around the world

These are the best and worst holiday providers according to real customers

Bedfordshire Walking Festival celebrates ten years

20 of the most unusual baby names chosen in 2018

Biggleswade care home celebrates ‘outstanding’ CQC rating

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Ex-Biggleswade teacher found guilty of repeated sexual acts with 16-year-old girl pupil

Vile Bedfordshire paedophile dubbed worst child sex offender in police force's history gets 20 years in jail

Pooling resources as council splashes out £1m+ on Biggleswade leisure centre revamp

‘Every pregnancy matters ­– don’t suffer in silence’ says Biggleswade’s Cradle ambassador

'You'll be responsible when this goes up in flames' warns Biggleswade mobile home resident

‘Every pregnancy matters – don’t suffer in silence’ says Biggleswade’s Cradle ambassador