Feb

What a lovely idea. An Alice in Wonderland themed Tea Party and Fascinator making workshop with fine tea served in vintage china, baked delights and scrumptious cupcakes and a Burlesque performer is being hosted in the beautiful Mountsorrell Hall on February 26th. During the  afternoon you’ll be able to create your very own, unique Fascinator. All...

Feb

With almost 60% of women and 50% of men citing that receiving a Valentine’s card is ‘very important’ to them*, John Lewis is launching ‘Letters of Love’ workshops in store, helping hapless Romeo’s (and Juliet’s!) create the perfect love letter for their partner this Valentine’s Day. The free workshops will be hosted by a John Lewis...

Dec

Last night we were invited along to De Montfort Hall to see the opening night of Peter Pan on Ice with the Russian Ice stars, and what a lovely evening we had. The show transported the audience to a magical land of pirates, native Indians and ticking crocodiles, adding an exciting twist to a classic story. The skating talents of the cast was undeniable; gliding,...

Dec

On 24th November Spiceal Street officially opened at Bullring. Three new restaurants, the stylish Browns Bar and Brasserie, Thai banquet-style ChaoBaby and locally-run handmade burger Co., were unveiled on opening day alongside a new water feature, public art commission and a green wall. To celebrate Bullring hosted a VIP launch party in ChaoBaby with a live...

Oct

You wouldn’t think a man as tall as Stephen Merchant could ever shrink into the background, but that’s often the case when it comes to his partnership with Ricky Gervais. As Gervais does anything and everything he can to garner attention, Merchant seems happy to let him, playing second fiddle whenever he pops up next to Gervais on An Idiot Abroad or throws...