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What you need to know when buying art

Tuesday, June 23, 2020 Emily Diamond

There are certain things you should always look for when buying art

How a picture can paint a thousand words (and be worth a few more pounds)

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Why’s it worth owning a vintage watch

Thursday, June 18, 2020 Freya Millard

Vintage pocket watches always look the part

Five reasons why it’s worth your time owning a vintage or pocket watch

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Celebrating Special Constables protecting and serving Essex

Tuesday, June 16, 2020 Mark Kebble

Looking back at 3,399 hours worked by Essex Police Specials over National Specials Weekend

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6 of the best virtual art gallery tours

Wednesday, May 27, 2020 Freya Millard

The Louvre, Paris, France credit Andrey Krav

Don’t let lockdown deprive you of your cultural fix: here’s 6 ways you can still experience the world’s best art galleries

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8 ideas for Easter family fun at home

Monday, April 6, 2020 Kate Jones

There are plenty of Easter activities you can do at home (photo credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto/evgenyatamanenko)

Don’t let the coronavirus ruin Easter: here’s how to enjoy it with all the family at home

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Ad Feature 3 reasons to join 11+ virtual admissions events at Forest School in North East London

Tuesday, June 9, 2020 Lauren Knight

Located on the edge of Epping Forest, green open space is plentiful at Forest School, but the independent school has taken the initiative to welcome prospective parents and pupils to its series of virtual admissions events on 22 June.

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Reasons to celebrate Lopping Hall in Loughton

Wednesday, May 13, 2020 Paul Mercer

Lopping Hall, as seen from the High Road, has been an integral part of the community for more than 135 years

Why Lopping Hall in Loughton is making something of a comeback

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What to see and do in Knutsford

Monday, February 10, 2020 Ellie Fells

Proudly known as the ‘gastro-capital’ of Cheshire’s Golden Triangle, Knutsford is a foodie’s paradise – but as any local will tell you, it’s not just the restaurants that make this town so special

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The best indoor family activities in West Essex

Friday, January 17, 2020 Judith Palmer

At Wild n Wacky there are three separate play areas for babies, toddlers and children under 12

If the kids are coming down from the sugar high of Christmas, and the dreary weather is getting you down too, then worry not, because we’ve put together a guide to the best local indoor family activities in West Essex to help keep everyone happy

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