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Race for Doggett's Coat and Badge

Race for Doggett’s Coat and Badge on the River Thames

This year’s Race for Doggett’s Coat and Badge takes place on Wednesday 20th July, from London Bridge to Cadogan Pier, Chelsea…

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The Race for Doggett’s Coat and Badge, a long tradition on the Thames

The Race for Doggett’s Coat and Badge has taken place annually every summer on the Thames since 1715, and will take place this year on 15th July…

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The race is on for Doggett’s Coat & Badge

The Race for Doggett’s Coat and Badge has taken place annually every summer since 1715. Held on the Thames from London Bridge to Chelsea on 12th July 2013…

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Take a ride through history at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Pleasure Beach sign

For our latest Curiosity of the Week, we thought we’d bring you a bit of cheery escapism in the form of fairground rides!

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Discover nocturnal wildlife wonders at Virtual Dark Skies Festival
Dalby Forest North York Moors Dark Skies cSteve Bell

This year’s Dark Skies Festival is going virtual to help you explore space, nocturnal wildlife and the night sky…

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