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How much would it cost to go to Hogwarts in real life?

Ahead of tonight's Harry Potter Book Night, and with London's new magical exhibition weeks away, we dive into J.K. Rowling's wizarding world.

First £50 note featuring face of Alan Turing issued

The first £50 note showing the face of early computing pioneer Alan Turing has been issued on what would have been his birthday.

Has Covid killed off birthday cake candles?

With parents worried about spreading Covid at parties, and a no-blow candle in production, has the pandemic ended the tradition of candles on cakes?

Substantial home in heart of village

A substantial family home is set within the highly regarded village of Thurlby is on the market.

Delve into the past with Mercury Memories

From a church damaged by a fire-ball to a battle over a parcel of green land, find out what was happening in years gone by.

Food bank parcels to include SIM cards

Mobile phone SIM cards, loaded with data, free calls and texts, are to be distributed with emergency food packages.

Full steam ahead at miniature train exhibition

A miniature train event went down a storm with families and locomotive enthusiasts at the weekend.

'I fear for children’s safety in the water'

A stark warning about children's safety in the water this summer has come from Swim England, which says two million missed lessons in lockdown.

How to avoid a £5,000 fine when loading the car this summer

Incorrectly loading the car for a family holiday or day trip this summer could land you with a hefty fine or invalidate your insurance. Here's why:

Take a delve into history with Mercury Memories

Plans to close Stamford Museum and build a skatepark in Bourne are among the items found from a delve into the Mercury archives.

Stunning character cottage has guest annex

A stunning detached cottage with a wealth of character comes complete with its own guest annex and charming private gardens.

Here are some ideas for your next break in the UK which will draw you back again and again

Wittering-based Travel Counsellor Emma Savage shares her ideas for holidays in the UK.

Fashion brand Fairfax and Favor is coming to Stamford

Fashion retailer Fairfax and Favor has selected Stamford as the location for its second shop.

Claim free Greggs sausage rolls during Euro2020

It'll be rolls for goals when England kick-off this Sunday, with Greggs offering free sausage rolls and vegan sausage rolls for goals scored.

How driving with dogs in hot weather can lead to a fine, points on your licence or even jail

If you're driving with your dog in the scorching hot weather here's are the dos and don'ts

Celebrity owned cars for sale

A gold DB7, a Mini with custom-made privacy glass and an Audi RS6 used for an infamous date are among the celebrity owned cars to have gone on sale.

Prince Philip's belongings to go on display

Robes, a wedding invitation and private journal are among 150 items going on display to mark the life of Prince Philip, who would have been 100 today.

Charming character features grace cottage

In the heart of the Rutland village of Whissendine sits Inglenook which is on the market with Osprey Property.

7 street games kids used to play

As the NSPCC says outdoor play could help bolster mental health after the pandemic, we look at street games kids often played in the 80s and 90s.

How much do our childhood sweets cost today?

How much are you willing to pay for a taste of nostalgia? The cost of some of our favourite sweets has been doubling and tripling in recent years.

How to ensure your pets have fun in the sun and avoid the dangers

Heat exhaustion can pose a danger to pets. Here's the RSPCA's top tips for keeping your animals cool and comfortable during the hot weather.

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How much would it cost to go to Hogwarts in real life?

First £50 note featuring face of Alan Turing issued

First £50 note featuring face of Alan Turing issued

Has Covid killed off birthday cake candles?

Has Covid killed off birthday cake candles?

Substantial home in heart of village

Substantial home in heart of village

Delve into the past with Mercury Memories

Delve into the past with Mercury Memories

Food bank parcels to include SIM cards

Food bank parcels to include SIM cards

Full steam ahead at miniature train exhibition

Full steam ahead at miniature train exhibition

'I fear for children’s safety in the water'

'I fear for children’s safety in the water'

How to avoid a £5,000 fine when loading the car this summer

How to avoid a £5,000 fine when loading the car this summer

Take a delve into history with Mercury Memories

Take a delve into history with Mercury Memories

Stunning character cottage has guest annex

Stunning character cottage has guest annex

Here are some ideas for your next break in the UK which will draw you back again and again

Here are some ideas for your next break in the UK which will draw you back again and again

Fashion brand Fairfax and Favor is coming to Stamford

Fashion brand Fairfax and Favor is coming to Stamford

Claim free Greggs sausage rolls during Euro2020

Claim free Greggs sausage rolls during Euro2020

How driving with dogs in hot weather can lead to a fine, points on your licence or even jail

How driving with dogs in hot weather can lead to a fine, points on your licence or even jail

Celebrity owned cars for sale

Celebrity owned cars for sale

Prince Philip's belongings to go on display

Prince Philip's belongings to go on display

Charming character features grace cottage

Charming character features grace cottage

7 street games kids used to play

7 street games kids used to play

How much do our childhood sweets cost today?

How much do our childhood sweets cost today?

How to ensure your pets have fun in the sun and avoid the dangers

How to ensure your pets have fun in the sun and avoid the dangers

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