Video PUBLISHED: 18:18 25 March 2019 | UPDATED: 18:18 25 March 2019 Jake Foxford Halford Hewitt MBE and his team at IHAG with Clare, Countess of Euston, Lord Lieutenant for Suffolk Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN Archant Most people who get a gong from the Queen like to have their big day out at Buckingham Palace. Halford Hewitt has been made an MBE Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWNBut the chief executive of an Ipswich charity who has spent many hours helping the town’s homeless chose to abandon all the pomp and procedure - in favour of a more down to earth ceremony closer to home.Halford Hewitt was made an MBE by Her Majesty for his 27 years of outstanding service at the Ipswich Housing Action Group (IHAG).People made an MBE, OBE or CBE are then invited for an investiture performed by The Queen or another leading royal at Buckingham Palace,But Mr Hewitt’s ceremony was performed at IHAG’s offices in Black Horse Lane by the Lord Lieutenant of … [Read more...] about Why I missed my big day out to meet the Queen
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Mars landing looms for NASA; anxiety building a day out
Marcia Dunn, Ap Aerospace Writer Updated 12:21 pm PST, Sunday, November 25, 2018 FILE - This image made available by NASA shows the planet Mars. This composite photo was created from over 100 images of Mars taken by Viking Orbiters in the 1970s. In our solar system family, Mars is Earth’s next-of-kin, the next-door relative that has captivated humans for millennia. The attraction is sure to grow on Monday, Nov. 26 with the arrival of a NASA lander named InSight. (NASA via AP, File) less FILE - This image made available by NASA shows the planet Mars. This composite photo was created from over 100 images of Mars taken by Viking Orbiters in the 1970s. In our solar system family, Mars is Earth’s ... more Photo: AP Photo: AP Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 … [Read more...] about Mars landing looms for NASA; anxiety building a day out
Family favourite Whipsnade Zoo wins best day out accolade
Whipsnade Zoo has earned the accolade of Best Animal Day Out in the UK from well-known website Day Out With the Kids. A total of 20,000 public votes were combined with industry expertise to help crown the most-loved family days out of 2018, with all regional winners being put forward for the national award.Featuring six categories, the Family Favourites Awards are designed to specifically recognise the attractions excelling in the family travel and leisure sector.The winners were: > Best animal day out - Whipsnade Zoo,> Best free family day out - National Railway Museum, Yorkshire,> Best day out for under 5s - Paultons Park, Hampshire,> Best event at an attraction - Electric Woods at Robin Hill Country Park, Isle of Wight,> Best educational day out - St Fagans National Museum of History, Cardiff,> Best active day out - Treetop Trek Manchester.Owen Craft, Chief Operating Officer of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo said: “We know our visitors love exploring our huge open … [Read more...] about Family favourite Whipsnade Zoo wins best day out accolade
All you need for a day out to watch Chelsea at Stamford Bridge
Given that Chelsea are five time Premier League winners, it's fair to say that getting your hands on tickets to watch them is a bit of a treat. Whether you're a home or an away fan, you're sure to see something special on the pitch at Stamford Bridge. But how on Earth do you get there? And how much should you expect to fork out to get a ticket? Well, we're here for you on both those questions and more. Just check out our handy little guide below. Where is the stadium? Stamford Bridge is on Fulham Road, SW6 1HS. How much are home ticket prices? £47 - £87 How much are away ticket prices? £30 How much for a pie? £2.50 How do I get to the ground? Fulham Broadway is the closest underground station to the stadium, and can be found on the District Line. The closest overground station is West Bromptoon. Both stations are just a few minutes walk from Stamford Bridge. Read More Winter days out in London What are the closest pubs? 1. The Chelsea Pensioner, Fulham Road. 2. … [Read more...] about All you need for a day out to watch Chelsea at Stamford Bridge
All you need to know for a day out to watch Arsenal at the Emirates
For English football, it doesn't get much bigger than a trip to the Emirates Stadium to watch Arsenal, I mean, unless you're a Tottenham fan of course. The multi-time Premier League winning side are one of the most successful in English footballing history, and although the last few years haven't been the most successful for them, they're still one of the biggest teams in the country. But how much does it cost to go and watch them play? And if you are heading to a match, how do you get there? Well, these questions and more are answered below in our handy guide to seeing an Arsenal FC match. Where is the stadium? Emirates Stadium, Hornsey Road, N7 7AJ How much are home ticket prices? £26 - £95 How much are away ticket prices? £26 - £30 How much for a pie? £3.90 How do I get to the ground? The Stadium is just a few minutes walk from both Holloway Road and Arsenal underground stations, both of which are on the Piccadilly line. The closest overground station is … [Read more...] about All you need to know for a day out to watch Arsenal at the Emirates