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BBC News
06-07-2025
- General
- BBC News
Lynton town hall celebrates 125 years with floral glow-up
Lynton Town Hall is celebrating its 125th anniversary in spectacular style. To mark the milestone, the community of Lynton and Lynmouth, in north Devon, has transformed the town hall with a breathtaking display of handcrafted decorations. Thousands of knitted, crocheted and sewn flowers, leaves, animals and insects now adorn the building, recreating its original Victorian charm. Most of the intricate pieces were made by members of the community with contributions also arriving from across the UK and abroad, said organisers. They estimate that more than 7,000 individual elements make up the display which also includes hidden surprises for children to discover. The project, which will be on display throughout July and August, was made possible with the help of Lynton & Lynmouth Town Council, the Community Bookshop and countless volunteers who contributed ideas, materials and time.
Daily Mail
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Anthea Turner, 64, reveals the secret to her age-defying looks - and it's not what you think
Anthea Turner has now revealed the secret to her age-defying looks in a brand new interview – but it's not what you might expect. The TV presenter, 64, who recently returned from a dreamy break at Sandals Regency La Toc in Saint Lucia with her fiancé Mark Armstrong, looked radiant during an exclusive catch-up with OK! - but her glow isn't just thanks to the Caribbean sunshine. When asked what her secret is, Anthea revealed that her skincare brand's Balm 6 product keeps her skin 'hydrated and in good shape.' However, she also occasionally gets Botox. She told the publication: 'Well, Balm 6 obviously keeps my skin hydrated and in good shape. But I still have Botox, which can be amazing if used properly. 'I can still frown a bit, but I haven't looked properly angry since I was about 40! I have a tiny bit of filler in my cheeks. 'I've used IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) for years to manage pigmentation on my face, neck and chest, and I wear factor 30 to 50 on my face, chest and hands every day. The star also revealed she has microneedling treatments with Lynton, a laser company, which she highly recommends. With her 65th birthday just a few weeks away, Anthea shared that ageing doesn't bother her in the slightest. She said it 'doesn't bother me' - but it's people's reactions to ageing that can be the real issue. She added that her generation 'really changed the world,' and so much has evolved - including how generational lines have blurred. For example, there's no longer a clear divide in fashion, which she believes is 'brilliant'. Twice-married Anthea has been engaged to Mark since 2019, though they have yet to tie the knot. When asked about wedding plans, she explained that COVID-19 disrupted everything - and tragically, both Mark's mum and her own mum passed away. She added that two of her stepdaughters got married soon after, so their own wedding plans were put on the back burner - but she insisted they'll still get around to it. She also said that their recent Saint Lucia trip was especially important, explaining: 'It's so easy to lose each other if you're not careful.' A holiday, she said, gives you the space to reconnect - and she truly cherishes her relationship with Mark. Elsewhere in the interview, Anthea spoke lovingly about becoming a 'glam-ma.' Her stepdaughter, Claudia Bovey, recently welcomed a baby boy named Dexter, and Anthea shared the happy news on Instagram with a heartfelt message to Claudia and her partner, James. Posting a sweet snap of her grandson, Anthea captioned the post: 'Claudia Bovey you are a star ⭐️ 'Love you James for making her so happy Dexter is beautiful. Hugs and Kisses forever. She concluded: 'Granny Anth' alongside several emojis.
