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Sports

Which Sports Attract the Biggest Betting Spends?

For those of us taking part in it, sport is a healthy past time that we just love. But there’s a multi million pound gambling industry based on sports events and outcomes. So which sports attract the biggest betting spends and why? Let’s take a look.

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Rugby Union

21 Mind Blowing Stats and Facts About the Six Nations Rugby

It’s upon us again – the Six Nations Championship is one of the highlights of the rugby union calendar. England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France and Italy will battle it out in 2024. And to get set for the competition, here are 21 mind blowing statistics and facts about the 6 Nations.

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Rugby League

Rugby League vs Rugby Union: 6 Key Differences

Rugby, in both codes, is a much loved and viewed sport requiring strength and athleticism from players. It has huge viewing audiences too for both union and league. But what are the main differences between rugby league and rugby union? Let’s take a look.

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Obscure Sports

Wife Carrying: Everything You Need to Know

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.

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Sports

The Best Sports for Networking as an Entrepreneur

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About Fulham

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About AFC Bournemouth

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About Wolverhampton Wanderers

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About Brighton and Hove Albion

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About West Ham United

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About Tottenham Hotspur

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About Aston Villa

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About Arsenal

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.

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Football

12 Obscure Facts About Chelsea FC

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.

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Football

12 Lesser Known Facts About Manchester City

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.

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Hiking Blog

17 Colourful, Funky New Hiking Boots (Designed by AI)

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…

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Football

12 Lesser Known Facts About Manchester United

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!

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Football

12 Lesser Known Facts About Newcastle United

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.

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Hiking Blog

Blue Door and Rocks of Solitude Walk – Edzell

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.

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Sports

4 Tips for Getting into Scuba Diving

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.

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Hiking Blog

7 Reasons to LOVE Winter Hiking in the UK

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.

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Hiking Blog

Hiking Time Calculator using Naismith’s Rule

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.

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Hiking Blog
Stacey MacNaught

Best Portable Charging Banks for Hiking

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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