Despite horse racing attracting its fair share of controversy in recent years, it remains a much loved sport by many in the UK. And one of the horse racing calendar’s pinnacle events is the Cheltenham festival. As it approaches once again this year, we take a look at whether developments in AI might change the landscape of this annual event.
Have you ever heard of a sport where the main equipment is, well, your spouse? Welcome to the whimsical world of Wife Carrying! Here’s everything you need to know about this quirky Scandinavian sport.
Networking doesn’t have to be one of those painful awkward breakfast meetings where everyone pitches their services for a few minutes. In fact, increasingly we see entrepreneurs taking the golf course and other sporting facilities for networking days. So if you want to make a sport part of your networking, here are some of the ones we think are best.
Horse racing is something of a controversial sport, but despite this retains a sizeable following. It’s particularly popular in the UK. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
Fulham Football Club, known for its historic ground and loyal fan base, is a treasure trove of fascinating stories and facts. Let’s take a stroll down the less trodden path and discover some of the more obscure and intriguing aspects of this venerable London club.
AFC Bournemouth, a charming football club from the south coast of England, has a story filled with surprising twists and fascinating trivia. Here, we delve into some of the lesser-known facts about the Cherries that even the most dedicated fans might not know. Let’s explore these hidden treasures in a friendly, easy-to-read style.
Wolverhampton Wanderers, often simply called Wolves, is a club with a rich and varied history that spans more than a century. While many know about their famous orange and black kit or their successes on the pitch, there are numerous lesser-known facts that paint a broader picture of this storied club. Let’s explore these intriguing aspects in a friendly, conversational style.
Brighton and Hove Albion, affectionately known as the Seagulls, has a history as colourful as the city it represents. While the team’s recent successes are well-known, there are many lesser-known facts that add to the rich tapestry of this beloved club. Let’s dive into some of these intriguing and obscure facts.
West Ham United, a club with a heart and soul that resonates deeply in English football. While their famous claret and blue colours are well-known, there are plenty of lesser-known facts that make the Hammers’ history so fascinating. So, let’s take a stroll down memory lane and discover some of these hidden gems.
Tottenham Hotspur, affectionately known as Spurs, is a club rich in history and tradition. While most fans are familiar with their famous players and trophy-laden years, there are plenty of lesser-known facts that contribute to the tapestry of this storied club. Let’s explore some of these hidden gems in a light-hearted, easy-to-read manner.
Aston Villa, a name that resonates with a rich footballing heritage and a fan base as passionate as they come. But how much do you really know about this storied club? Sure, the history books and trophy cabinets tell one story, but let’s dive into the more hidden crevices of Villa Park and uncover some truly obscure facts about Aston Villa Football Club.
Arsenal is the only club to have receives a special gold Premier League trophy, commemorating their “invincibles” season. Let’s talk more about that and 11 other obscure facts about this historic football club.
The global brand that is Chelsea FC has humble beginnings having been first founded in a pub across the road from what is now the Stadium. Let’s talk about this and other lesser known facts about Chelsea.
Did you know Manchester City gets a mention in the novel ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Let’s talk more about that and 12 other facts you may not have known about the blue side of Manchester.
In what is possibly my favourite ever use of AI to date, I got Midjourney to generate some very funky themed technical hiking boots for me. Some are hideous, granted. But there’s some of these I would definitely wear if they existed. Here they are…
Manchester United might not be having a great deal of success adding to their trophy room over the last few years. But that can’t take away from their global fanbase, silverware filled past and rich history. In this article, we take a look at 12 facts about Manchester United that you may not know – YET!
Newcastle United (or the Magpies/Mags as they’re often more commonly known to their fans) has an incredibly rich history and notoriously committed fan base. But did you know the club’s origins are actually in… CRICKET?! Here’s more about that and 11 more facts about Newcastle United that you probably didn’t know.
Rugby union betting. How much of it’s emotional and how much of it is analytical?
Sport is wonderful, isn’t it? But sometimes people get injured and, even worse, lose their lives in sport. And on rare occasions, there’s manslaughter at play. We look at 5 examples of manslaughter in the sporting arena.
The Premier League winter transfer window is right around the corner. So we take a look at the most hotly anticipated potential transfers of the window.
In the Netherlands, over 40% of people use a bike as their MAIN mode of transport. In the UK, that figure drops to just 2%. So why is that?
Edzell is a beautiful village in Angus, just on the border of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. There’s a popular walking route there known as the Blue Door Walk. I took a jaunt on a longer circular from Edzell village, to the blue door and up to the rocks of solitude along the North Esk River. Here’s how it went.
So you want to start scuba diving? It’s sadly not as easy as just turning up and heading under water. So here are 4 tips for those thinking about making a foray into the wonderful underwater world of scuba.
For keen hikers looking for remote walking experiences, the Knoydart Peninsula might be just what you want. With Corbetts and Munros for the baggers, here are some of the hikes to check out in Knoydart.
Outdoor sports and hiking are areas that have been impacted by technology no doubt. And while the act of hiking itself isn’t likely to change a great deal with the passage of time, the tech around it definitely does. Let’s take a look.
Did you know that many iconic athletes are also gambling enthusiasts? Some of them include Michael Jordan, Floyd Mayweather, and Charles Barkley. And it makes complete sense since many of these icons are known to be competitive and risk takers. Let’s take a look at them!
Geocaching is a family friendly adventuring activity that really encourages the kids to get out and about too. Let’s look at the basics of what’s involved.
Work from home has been an immense change since Covid enabling flexibility and much more convenience than a daily commute. But many remote workers note it means they move less. So how can you stay active while working from home? Here are some tips.
Winter hiking can be brutal. And for those of us (erm, me) who particularly love hiking on warm days with loads of long daylight hours, winter might not be our favourite season. But here are 7 reasons to love hiking in the UK in winter.
Here’s a handy little hiking time calculator based on Naismith’s rule! How accurate is it? Well, as ever, these things depend on your own fitness and so forth. But I’ve always found Naismith’s rule to be a handy benchmark to aim for in terms of time for any given route.
Traditionalists may not like it! But personally, I don’t like to risk being stuck on a hill or mountain with a dead phone or head torch battery. So I like to carry a portable charging device (or 2, or 3) with me. Here are the best portable charging banks for hiking that I’ve used. (And I’ve used a lot, by the way).
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