Decembeard swiftly follows Movember (which raises awareness for all men's health issues) to specifically profile bowel cancer, and it's not just Santa Claus who actively takes part in this fundraising effort. The campaign, run by charity Bowel Cancer UK, is asking our...
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Christmas countdown #13 – the crown princes
Georgie Hughes' entry in the 'Baking' category won first place in the Ross in Lockdown photo competition 2020 After the Great British Bake Off, the run up to Christmas is the next big milestone that brings out the star baker in most budding chefs. TV is awash with...
Christmas countdown #12 – it’s good to walk (and talk)
We all know that getting outdoors has many health benefits but one of the biggest is the impact it has on our mental health and wellbeing. Commended in the 'Art' category of the Ross in Lockdown photo competition 2020 - Sharon Yorke's landscape painting The Mental...
Christmas countdown #10 – home is where the art is
Entertaining the kids at home is sometimes a daunting task whether it's during lockdown or through the school holidays. There are however lots of ways to keep them focused and develop their artistic skills on a shoestring. Michelle Jeffery's entry in the Ross in...
Christmas countdown #9 – shop local to save our stores
Herefordshire boasts some of the most amazing countryside views in the UK and is renowned for its incredible local produce, however this year's coronavirus pandemic has hit local suppliers hard and many will not survive the fallout of lockdown. Now that the shops have...
Christmas countdown #8 – love food hate waste
The #lovefoodhatewaste hashtag has gained momentum on social media and for good reason. With the economic landscape looking bleak for a lot of people, particularly around Christmas time, we are becoming more and more aware of sustainability and becoming a more...