Thomas aged 11, plays amongst daffodils that have come into bloom in Sidmouth, Devon. 13/03/2017  See SWNS story SWDAFFS; These photos show a seaside resort lit up by a stunning sea of daffodils thanks to the dying wish of a millionaire. Wealthy ex-pilot Keith Owen left £2.3m in his will to create a 'valley of a million bulbs' in Sidmouth in south Devon. Mr Owen, a US businessman, made the unusual bequest after falling in love with the pretty seaside town. His wish was fulfilled - and now the sweeping swathes of stunning daffodils illuminate the town each spring.

Spring a month longer than it was 25 years ago

Spring in the UK is now a month than it was 25 years ago, experts said today. The latest research suggests that the 'vernal window' - the transition between winter and spring - is starting earlier and lasting longer. According to a US study it could have a serous impact ...

Timmy Mallett unveiled as War Correspondent at The Times

80s TV "legend" Timmy Mallett has told reporters he is made up to be given the job as War Correspondent at the Times. He hopes his colourful glasses, loud shirts, and giant pink foam mallet, will be fantastic camouflage to hide from snipers in war-torn countries. When compared to George ...

Light beer can fuck off

Around this time three Fridays ago I stood in awe of the number of flavoursome and innovative beers on display at the Craft Beer Rising Festival, which showcased some 170 breweries and over 700 beers. The "rise" of craft beer has indeed been somewhat remarkable. In a matter of ten years or so ...

Bristol Punks IDLES Extend UK Tour

A week ago I found myself in the middle of a mad scramble. Bristol natives IDLES had just dropped their utterly disgusting debut album, Brutalism, and their show at the Moth Club in Hackney was utterly sold out, even to slow-poke press like me. I'd searched out their Facebook page, Twitter ...

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