On 8 May 1945, euphoric crowds gathered by Buckingham Palace and across the UK to celebrate Victory in Europe Day, which marked the end of World War II in European countries.
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Discover the D’Oyly Carte Family’s Art Deco Estate in Devon
Think of this article as an invitation to take a trip back in time to an altogether more glamorous age. While the simple, unadorned exterior of Coleton Fishacre House has all the hallmarks of the late-Victorian Arts & Crafts movement, this South Devon country estate’s stunning interior pays tribute to the most decadent of decades: the Roaring Twenties.
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It’s been a busy week for the Royal family on the birthday front. Last Saturday saw Her Majesty The Queen celebrate her “official” birthday with the Trooping of the Colour – the images on TV were fantastic. If you missed it you can catch up at the BBC iPlayer.
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Dartmouth is an historic port on the south coast of Devon which welcomes thousands of visitors each year – it is beautiful!
Perhaps most famous for the Britannia Royal Naval College – set on the hill (pictured above) – the town is home to our Seated Titles, as that is where the land (“Seat”) is located. There are lovely shops to browse through all day – very few “high street” chains as it is not big enough! “Foodies” travel from miles around to eat in the many restaurants. Mitch Tonks has a great seafood restaurant on the front – The Seahorse, and a couple of amazing traditional fish and chip shops too. There is something in town for everyone – when I visit I love just watching the yachts and passenger ferries / trips go about their business on the river.
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