In a new series for Northern Soul, our Gardening Correspondent Claire Fleetneedle looks at the unique challenges faced by gardeners up North and shares tips, ideas and horticultural happenings across the region. It’s fair...
Read MoreI’ll not lie, Christine Walkden is my favourite TV gardener. I’ve been watching her since 2006 when she first appeared on our screens in Christine’s Garden. Since then, she has been a fixture on gardening...
Read MoreI first met Kris Hitchen when he fitted my shower. Later I became his voice coach and his exceptional talent quickly became clear. He’s still the only pupil to make me well up while reciting a sonnet. From the beginning, I...
Read MoreNot many directors have spent their careers highlighting the need for social reform in the same way as Ken Loach. His latest film, Sorry We Missed You, is no exception. It shines a stark light on the inhumanity of the gig...
Read MoreI prefer Halloween to Christmas. There I’ve said it. I know it might be considered odd but Halloween has always felt much more exciting. Given my nickname as a child was toffee face, there might be a deep-seated sugar-addicted...
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