REWIND TV brings back the golden era of television
REWIND TV: TV Without The Algorithm
Richard O’Sullivan stars in Dick Turpin on REWIND TV
Announcing REWIND TV: TV without the algorithm. Britain’s new independent TV channel brings back the golden era of television to UK audiences.
REWIND TV, launching free-to-air on Sky Network on 23rd May heralds a refreshing alternative to today’s streaming platforms.
Judi Dench and Michael Williams in A Fine Romance
Cleverly mirroring traditional broadcasting schedules, the channel presents a treasure trove of historical gems from ground-breaking documentaries to iconic series.
An expertly curated schedule mixes light entertainment with cinematic masterpieces to bring the unexpected to today’s audiences.
Ian Ogilvy in Return of The Saint
Programmes include great dramas like The Prisoner, The Return of the Saint, Hammer House of Horror and brilliant comedies like The Beiderbecke Affair and Drop the Dead Donkey and rare and previously unseen series including The Tony Hancock Show, not broadcast since it originally aired 1963.
Clive James and Katherine Hepburn
Great classics include The Optimist, Thriller, Dick Turpin, Bust, Worzel Gummidge Down Under, Huckleberry Finn and Friends, together with classic factual series like Clive James meets…, Whicker’s World and World in Action.
Caroline Ahearne as Mrs Merton
Reconnect with your favourite stars Dame Judi Dench, Brian Cox, Patrick McGoohan, Paul Nicholas, Richard O’Sullivan, Joanna Lumley, Richard Burton, Nigel Havers, Dave Allen, Clive James, Alan Whicker and the formidable Mrs Merton (Caroline Ahearne).
Nigel Havers stars in The Charmer
Expect the unexpected as REWIND TV blends the cherished with the undiscovered, crafting surprising and delightful programming mixes for today’s viewers.
Paul Nicholas in the TV series, Bust
Step into the TV Time Machine – sit back, relax, it’s time to Rewind….
Rewind TV is a passion project which is independently founded by Oscar Beuselinck and Jonathan Moore.
Patrick McGoohan in The Prisoner
“We are excited to bring REWIND TV to Sky this May. The channel is targeted at an older demographic with rarely- seen, critically acclaimed iconic programmes and we are confident that it will have intergenerational appeal with a fresh and fun identity.
“Great care has been taken to carefully craft the selection of the content, including restoration work where necessary. These programmes and films have never looked so good!”
Julie Peasgood in The Optimist
Julie Peasgood appeared in The Optimist which was originally screened on Channel 4 back in the 80’s and this will be shown on REWIND TV.
Julie says, “The Optimist was a unique, trailblazing series with everything except dialogue – and it remains one of my favourite and most happy jobs.
“I found it liberating being silent and expressing feelings using my face and body rather than words, and we never ever stopped laughing – both on and off set.”
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REWIND TV, launching on Sky Channel 190 on 23rd May 2024
Flying Nightingales Display
D-Day Display Hails Flying Nightingales
A new small display, opening this May, will throw new light on a group of brave women who were an integral part of D-Day, but whose work has largely fallen from history – The Flying Nightingales.
Opening on International Nurses Day – also the 204th anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth – the Flying Nightingales display will tell the stories of the ordinary women, trained in the nursing style of Florence Nightingale, who were thrust into the arena of war during D-Day.
The Flying Nightingales
Featuring personal testimonies and objects, In Focus: The Flying Nightingales runs from 12th May to December 2024 at the Florence Nightingale Museum. Dedicated to the mother of modern nursing, the Museum sits in the grounds of St Thomas’s Hospital in central London.
6th June 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the beginning of the Normandy Invasion, a major event of the Second World War, during which allied forces landed in five places along the coast of Northern France before pushing inland to liberate France from Germany, and ultimately end the War.
Flying Nightingale Corporal Phyllis Bull wearing flying suit and sheepskin boots
During the War, the Royal Air Force Air Ambulance Unit, dubbed the Flying Nightingales, was formed.
Drawn from the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF), many Flying Nightingales had nursing backgrounds and worked as orderlies, helping to move supplies and servicemen across the country.
During planning for the Normandy invasion, they were asked if they would be prepared to head into the scenes of battles to treat injured soldiers, deliver equipment and help to bring casualties home. Among the women featured are:
Corporal Lydia Alford responded to a call for those with a medical background to train for air ambulance duties. Before very long at all, she picked up her ‘Mae West’ life jacket, parachute and medical panniers and boarded a plane to France to save wounded soldiers. Alford continued flying for the rest of the war, venturing further and further into Europe.
When Corporal Elsie Beer made her first flight to France on 18th June 1944, she became the fourth Flying Nightingale.
During her service, Beer amassed nearly 400 flying hours across Europe, helping to evacuate both British and German casualties to the UK. Beer encountered danger often, not least when shot at by a sniper while walking back to her airbase.
Corporal Phyllis Bull
In 1940, having grown up in poor circumstances in Wiltshire, Phyllis Bull jumped at the chance to join the WAAF. By 1942, she had been promoted to Corporal and was posted to RAF Marston Moor, North Yorkshire.
She experienced the tragedies of war, including the plane crash which killed her boyfriend Bernard, a wireless operator and gunner based at another local air base.
Bull went on to become an Air Ambulance orderly, making hazardous journeys to take equipment and supplies to France and bring back injured men.
WAAFs at RAF Biggin Hill
RAF Biggin Hill Museum & Chapel
Katie Edwards, Director of the Florence Nightingale Museum says, “We are honoured to be bringing the names, lives and achievements of an under-celebrated group of extremely brave women back to some sort of prominence.
“The Flying Nightingales were flung into action in the days following D-Day, carrying the influence and teachings of the founder of modern nursing with them. We are delighted to be honouring them here now.”
During the Second World War, the site of the Florence Nightingale Museum, St Thomas’ Hospital, was an important location for wartime medical treatment and community support.
Patients were treated there and people could find shelter, food and tea if their homes had been affected by bomb damage. People who worked at the hospital stayed there during heavy raids and provided round-the-clock care as casualties returned from D-Day landings.
Florence Nightingale was the founder of modern nursing, instrumental in the development of contemporary nursing.
A global female icon since the Victorian period, she remains an inspiration to nurses due to her campaign work for better healthcare for ordinary people.
The Flying Nightingales display is at the Florence Nightingale Museum, 2 Lambeth Palace Road, London SE1 7EP.
The Museum is a short walk from Waterloo station and Westminster tube, located in the grounds of St Thomas’ Hospital (on the corner of Westminster Bridge and Lambeth Palace Road), close to the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye.
The Flying Nightingales exhibition runs from 12th May to December 2024.
For more information about the exhibition visit www.florence-nightingale.co.uk
Or call Tel: 020 7188 4400.
Winchester Food Festival
Winchester Food Festival in July
Hampshire Fare, the county’s food, drink and craft group, is thrilled to announce the return of the Winchester Food Festival after a successful inaugural event last year. This culinary extravaganza will take place on Sunday, July 14th, in the picturesque Outer Close of Winchester Cathedral.
In collaboration with Winchester BID and Winchester Cathedral, this year’s festival promises to be bigger and better. It is FREE to attend and is a celebration of the finest local produce from the Winchester District and beyond.
The 2024 Winchester Food Festival will feature an expanded array of stalls, activities for all ages, and chef demonstrations. Attendees can indulge in a diverse selection of local delicacies, including micro-greens, trout, coffee, orchard juices, cheeses, honey, beer, and gin.
New this year, Winchester Food Festival will be preceded by a week-long programme of events from Monday 8th to Saturday 13th July under the umbrella ‘A Taste of Winchester’.
Hampshire Fare will be working with Winchester City Council to engage with local food, drink producers, makers and hospitality businesses based within the Winchester district and encourage them to get involved in the festival day by holding their own events and activities, from tastings and foodie masterclasses to special offers and themed menus.
Cllr Lucille Thompson, Portfolio Holder for Business and Culture at Winchester City Council says, “This inclusive community event allows both residents and visitors to be invited to savour the flavours from across the district.
“A week of culinary events will not only add another exciting dimension to the festival but will also help to support local businesses and encourage both visitors and residents to ‘shop local, think local and support local’, especially during independent business month. Winchester City Council is delighted to be working in collaboration with Hampshire Fare, Winchester BID and Winchester Cathedral to celebrate the district’s food and drink offer.”
Natasha Dochniak, Hampshire Fare’s Commercial Manager says, “Hampshire has an abundance of exceptional food and drink producers, and we are delighted to be growing our event to celebrate A Taste of Winchester. The Cathedral provides a stunning backdrop for the Food Festival, and we can’t wait to share our plans for the week as they unfold.”
The Outer Close of Winchester Cathedral provides a stunning backdrop the Food Festival and the perfect setting to savour a picnic of local delights while enjoying the chef’s stage performances.
John Blake, Winchester Cathedral’s Commercial Director says, “We are pleased to be hosting this wonderful event again and see it grow. We are excited to welcome Hampshire Fare, their members and the public to celebrate the great flavours of the county.”
The Winchester Food Festival is made possible by the generous support of local businesses, and we are delighted to announce our first partner, Clarke & Son, who are Hampshire Fare’s valued legal partner.
William Anderson, Director and Head of Corporate & Commercial Practice, Clarke & Son says, “We are really happy to partner with Hampshire Fare to celebrate local produce and craft at the Winchester Food Festival. This festival embodies the spirit of collaboration, and we are proud to play a part in fostering community connection and supporting the local businesses of Hampshire.”
Don’t miss out on this delectable celebration of local food and drink. Mark your calendars for July 8th-14th.
For more information about Winchester Festival visit www.visitwinchester.co.uk
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
North Yorkshire Moors Railway Gala
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has confirmed the return of its Diesel Gala from 14th – 16th June 2024.
The NYMR has also confirmed the gala’s first guest locomotive, Deltic No. 55009 ‘Alycidon’, courtesy of the Deltic Preservation Society (DPS). During this visit, No. 55009 is painted and numbered in the guise of long-scrapped Deltic No. 55013 ‘The Black Watch’. The locomotive was originally introduced to traffic in 1961 and named ‘Alycidon’, maintaining the ‘racehorse’ tradition of the LNER by commemorating the winner of the 1949 Ascot Gold Cup.
The locomotive ended BR service in 1982, and after being purchased by the DPS, underwent a major overhaul, visiting the NYMR for the first time in the very same year.
The NYMR will also be welcoming No. 45108 and D9537 as guest locomotives, both courtesy of the East Lancashire Railway. No. 45108 was built in 1961 and is a brilliant example of the Class 45 diesel engines in bright British Railways Blue livery. D9537 ‘Eric’ was built in 1965 at the British Railway’s Swindon Works.
The Diesel Gala in the Summer will feature a jam-packed timetable including evening running, featuring three guest locomotives. Many services will also be offering a selection of beers and ciders served from the on-board buffet bars.
As well as visiting locomotives, the NYMR home fleet of diesel workhorses will be on the timetable of services, including No. 37264 and D7628 ‘Sybilla’. There will also be traders including Rail Riders, Transport Past Times, and Pywell Models.
For more information and to book tickets visit www.nymr.co.uk
Sixtyplusurfers Competition
Win Qwaffle a tasty word game from IDEAL
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The tasty game of words and letters
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Match a letter and category
Be the first player to write a matching word, shout ‘Qwaffle’, and flip the timer. All other players now have 30 seconds to write a word that matches that letter and category.
Make unique words to win
To win, make sure you think of a unique word. If your word matches with another player you score zero for that round. Your word must be real but can be as much waffle as you like… just be ready to prove it!
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Paul Whitehouse in Musical
Paul Whitehouse in Only Fools and Horses
Paul Whitehouse stars as Grandad in Only Fools and Horses Musical
Comedy giant Paul Whitehouse is to reprise his West End starring role as the lovable Grandad in the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit show Only Fools and Horses The Musical.
Direct from a record-breaking sold-out four-year run in London’s West End, the 10-month tour kicks off in Bromley on 23rd September and then travels to over 30 towns and cities across the country, before culminating in Dublin at the end of June 2025.
Paul Whitehouse says, “We had four amazing years in the West End playing to packed out houses every night, so it’s an honour to take Only Fools on the road to towns and cities up and down the country from September this year.
“I’m delighted to return to the role of Grandad once more – I’ve really missed him – and audiences will also get to see all the other hilarious characters they know and love from the television series live on stage at their local theatre. We can’t wait to see you. Mange Tout! Mange Tout!”
Directed by the originating West End director Caroline Jay Ranger, and based on John Sullivan’s legendary record-breaking television show, this critically acclaimed home-grown musical spectacular features cherished material from Britain’s best loved TV series.
With a script and original score written by John’s son, Jim Sullivan and Paul Whitehouse, prepare to get reacquainted with Britain’s most lovable rogues and experience the classic comedy brought to life on stage through an ingenious script and 20 hilarious songs.
This major UK and Ireland tour of Only Fools and Horses The Musical will feature Del Boy, Rodney, Grandad, Cassandra, Raquel, Boycie, Marlene, Trigger, Denzil, Mickey Pearce, Mike the Barman, the Driscoll Brothers and all the gang. Further casting will be announced shortly.
Fans and critics alike praised Only Fools and Horses The Musical in their droves during its triumphant West End run: The Sun awarded five stars, hailing it “One Del of a show!”; the Daily Mirror said it was “a treat for Trotter fans” in their five-star review.
The Sunday Times bestowed four stars and remarked that “Only Fools is a blast from our wide-boy past. A hearty stage adaptation of the 1980s BBC television comedy”.
Evening Standard also awarded four stars, complimenting the “unashamedly British night out. A jubilant lovely jubbly!”. While the Daily Mail urged its readers to “raise a glass of ‘Tittinger’ to Del Boy and Rodney as Only Fools and Horses storms the West End!”
Join us as we take a trip back in time, where it’s all kicking off in Peckham. While the yuppie invasion of London is in full swing, love is in the air as Del Boy sets out on the rocky road to find his soul mate, Rodney and Cassandra prepare to say ‘I do’, and even Trigger is gearing up for a date (with a person!). Meanwhile, Boycie and Marlene give parenthood one final shot and Grandad takes stock of his life and decides the time has finally arrived to get his piles sorted.
With musical contributions from the iconic Chas & Dave, the beloved theme tune as you’ve never heard it before, and an array of brand-new songs full of character and cockney charm, you’re guaranteed to have a right ol’ knees-up!
Only Fools and Horses The Musical is a feel-good family celebration of traditional working-class London life in 1989 and the aspirations we all share. So don’t delay, get on the blower, and get a ticket for a truly cushty night out – only a 42 carat PLONKER would miss it!
Tickets are on sale now from www.OnlyFoolsOnStage.com
Fashion Icons at Blenheim
Blenheim Icons
of British Fashion
Blenheim Palace has collaborated with some of Britain’s most iconic fashion designers and brands to create Icons of British Fashion, the largest exhibition in its 300-year history. The exhibition is open now and runs until 30th June, and is sponsored by nearby British luxury retail destination; Bicester Village.
From the moment visitors arrive and step onto the red carpet leading up to the Palace, they’ll experience a world-class fashion exhibition featuring designs and displays by the late Dame Vivienne Westwood, Jean Muir, Terry de Havilland, Bruce Oldfield, Turnbull & Asser, Zandra Rhodes, Lulu Guinness, Barbour, Alice Temperley, Stella McCartney and Stephen Jones Millinery for Christian Dior.
Curated amongst Blenheim Palace’s own priceless collections, each room in Britain’s Greatest Palace will pay homage to a British fashion icon and feature a display of renowned classic pieces, as well as never-before-seen looks – including unique items crafted exclusively by Lulu Guinness for Blenheim Palace.
Along the exhibition there’ll also be a variety of photo opportunities for guests to have their fashion moment in the spotlight.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site has also worked closely with some of the designers to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of its own fashion icon, Sir Winston Churchill.
The exhibition will unveil a captivating collection including one of the original Churchill Siren Suits on loan from Turnbull & Asser, as well as a new take on the iconic boiler suit and a specially designed smoking cap by Stephen Jones. On closer inspection, the velvet cap will feature Winston Churchill’s hand-embroidered initials as well as a clementine, in honour of his wife, within the lining.
Dominic Hare, Chief Executive of Blenheim Palace says, “It is an honour to welcome the work and creativity of some of the most iconic fashion labels of our time to Blenheim Palace. The whole team here have worked tirelessly to bring to life what has been years in the making, to ensure the exhibition is a hugely exciting and captivating experience for our visitors.
“Blenheim Palace has played a significant role in the UK’s fashion industry: it has hosted fashion shows; photoshoots; and many designers have been guests of the family over the years. Christian Dior hosted two shows here in 1954 and 1958 in aid of the Red Cross, and then returned in 2016 for their Cruise Collection.
“Cecil Beaton has also done shoots with the family, and we have been the location of many brand campaigns over the years. We have a rich fashion history and this exhibition should help cement our legacy in this fascinating industry.”
A Bicester Village spokesperson added: “We’re delighted to be supporting the ‘Icons of British Fashion’ exhibition at Blenheim Palace. Our sponsorship signifies Bicester Village’s commitment to homegrown talent including British design icons found within our own stable of luxury boutiques such as Vivienne Westwood, Barbour and Stella McCartney.
“In supporting cultural endeavours such as this, Bicester Village continues its dedication to shaping a narrative that celebrates both the heritage of British fashion, the future of British designers and the evolution of experiential retail.”
To celebrate the exhibition to date, Blenheim Palace has also launched a fashionista themed afternoon tea and enhanced its retail offering with a range of special edition gifts and merchandise.
Visitors can start their Icons of British Fashion journey in style in the newly renovated Orangery at Blenheim Palace and enjoy a combination of the freshest savouries and patisserie using the finest seasonal ingredients.
The new afternoon tea menu features Coronation Chicken & Bhaji, Cucumber & Mint sandwiches, Wild Mushroom and Truffle Vol au Vent, Lobster, Miso and Yuzu dressing Spiced Cracker.
Homemade scones with strawberry preserve and clotted cream as well as a variety of sweet treats such as Lemon Meringue Pie, Battenburg, Chocolate and Black Cherry Bomb, Carrot Cake Delice and Macaroons are also included. Milk chocolate high heels also feature on the limited-edition menu in partnership with Charbonnel et Walker.
Exclusively available for visitors during the fashion exhibition until 30th June, the themed afternoon tea is £60 per person and is served with a glass of pink fizz. Better yet, elevate the experience and try one of the specially crafted Passion for Fashion or the Raspberry Runway limited-edition cocktails and mocktails.
Admission to the Icons of British Fashion exhibition in 2024 will be free with any valid Blenheim Palace ticket including Palace, Park and Gardens, Annual Pass or a Privilege Pass.
All visitors attending the exhibition will be offered a complimentary styling appointment at Bicester Village where a personal shopper will be on hand to offer tailored style advice, insider tips and personalised recommendations.
For more information and to book tickets click on www.blenheimpalace.com