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Red Kite (Milvus milvus) One of our lookouts is the first to see them: ‘Hey, there’s three mysterious figures in the distance – and they are coming our way!’ We look up. So just who are these strangers? Right now we can only see their distant silhouettes under the blazing August sun. But as they ...

A classic is an outstanding example of a particular style; something of lasting worth or with a timeless quality; of the first or highest quality, class, or rank – something that exemplifies its class. The word ‘classic’ can denote a particular quality in art, architecture, literature, design, ...

Cranleigh Lions Classic Car Show & Autojumble is at its usual venue of the Cranleigh Showground in Surrey, Sunday 13th. With attractions for the kids too, this is a day out the whole family can enjoy and with admission at just £7, with under 16s free, doesn’t break the bank. The show is ...

Serve this rustic take on moules marinière in its foil package fresh from the barbecue. Partner the mussels with crusty bread to mop up the creamy sauce. Prep: 5 mins Cook: 15 mins Difficulty: Easy Serves: 2 INGREDIENTS 50g butter, softened 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced 2 shallots, ...

Make the foil parcels for these BBQ rum bananas in advance, then place them in the dying coals while eating your main. Prep: 10 mins Cook: 15 mins Difficulty: Easy Serves: 6 INGREDIENTS 50g butter, softened 40g light brown muscovado sugar 1-2 tsp treacle 1-2 tbsp spiced rum 6 unpeeled ...

Serve sardines with a delicious lemon, perfect for a lazy afternoon barbecue. Prep: 10 mins Cook: 5 mins Difficulty: Easy Serves: 4 INGREDIENTS 8 whole sardines, gutted 2 tbsp olive oil For the chermoula sauce 1 large pack coriander 1 small pack parsley 2 garlic cloves 1 preserved ...