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Beat the heat - Tips on staying cool
With the UK about to go through a heatwave, I thought it would be good if we could share some tips on how we all stay cool. Here are some tips on how to handle the heat effectively: Trap the Cool Air: Keep windows, curtains, and blinds closed during the hottest parts of the day. Only open them in the early morning or late…
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KaleidoScope: Our own gallery for members' art work, crafts and photographs.
Many of us find refuge and relaxation in creativity. My hope is that this will be a space where members can share photographs of things that are important to them - of paintings, models, knitting, embroidery, crochet, lego models, calligraphy, photographs or whatever you can put a name to. It is here for us to share and to…
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🌷🌸🌷Gardening Corner🌷🌸🌷
Hey everyone! Since “How does your garden grow” was so popular I wanted to start my own post for the gardeners of the community! Would be great to share advice and tips with others or even just post what new plants you have purchased Today I bought 6 young rhododendron which I know are a bit controversial but couldn’t…
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🐶 Pets Corner 🐱
The online community team have decided we need more pictures of pets around here. They always make everyone smile so why not share them 😊 I'll start with my 2 very season-appropriate black cats, Princess Carolyn and Duchess Fuzzyface! And no, I can't tell them apart 😄 We can't wait to see your pet pictures!
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🤩Welcome To The Soap Box!🤩
I know we've got a fair few soap fans on the community so I thought I would create a dedicated discussions for us to chat about the episodes and anything else related😄🥁 Coronation Street Corner Emmerdale Discussion Eastenders Exchange
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Share your favourite liminal space pictures here
I'm guessing maybe there's not many people here who're into liminal spaces or even know what they are, so this topic might just fall flat on it's ass. But anyway for anyone who doesn't know what liminal spaces are they're surreal, often empty places where something just feels 'off', they may also have some sort of…
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What alcohol are you drinking right now?
I'm drinking some Proper Job IPA, it's proper bo' I tell thee.
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What's the last thing you ate?
I'm sure we've had what's for breakfast, what's for lunch and what's for dinner before. But since some of those discussions have fallen inactive, let's combine them all and include everything in between! So tell me, what was the last thing you ate? For me, it's a Rennie antacid 😂 sad as that is! Before that, it was an…
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How is your day going?
A cold start to the day brr, how's your day going? I'm longing for a coffee but got a sleeping cat draped over me, pinching my body heat.
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On Your Marks, Get Set
For AUGUST 🤨 😱 😉 (tomorrow, yes!) It's the month when seasonal tubs of chocolate appear on shelves and seasonal things come out of hiding to find a friend. Are you ready for August? 😁
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It's Yorkshire Day! What's your favourite thing about Yorkshire?
Happy Yorkshire Day! Celebrated every year on August 1st, this special day honours the historic county of Yorkshire for its rich heritage and stunning landscapes. I'm a born and bred Yorkshire girl and I'm lucky enough to live in a beautiful village surrounded by the moors. I think one of my favourite things about…
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🍧 What's your go to Lolly or ice cream in the Summer🍦
With the summer weather out, there's nothing more refreshing than a cool lolly or ice-cream… I still love a zap but they're not so easy to come by now. I quite like a feast too if I'm feeling like chocolate. What about you? Do you like a classic Mr Whippy with a flake? Or perhaps something more fruity like a calippo?
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Would a free Brazillian Jiu Jitsu trial be suitable for a disabled 50 year old?
Above. As you know I already have about 36 years of combined Japanese Karate and South Korean Taekwondo experience, I signed up last night for a free BJJ trial at Gracie Barra in Neepsend on the 6th of August. Should I cancel on medical grounds or go ahead and attend? As I recall it's a mix of Judo and wrestling, with…
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Chocolate discussion
I need to find a new source of Chocolate - not Cadburys - that's not the same as it used to be and recent price hikes have really put me off the brand. Has anyone got any alternatives that still use the same ingredients (milk and cocoa solids) ?
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What are you watching on Youtube right now?
I'm watching Phil v. Den Watts #1 EastEnders, 2003.
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What are you reading? Book recommendations please! 📚️
Hi everyone 😊 I've just started to get into reading and I'm really enjoying how relaxing it is and how I can immerse myself in a story. So far I've been reading murder mysteries but I'm open to all genres. Let me know your favourite books and what you're currently reading so I can start my library!
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Sign up for our Premier League Sweepstake 2026/2027
Premier League Sweepstake 2026/27The Premier League is back in August, which means it's time for another football sweepstake! Whether you're a lifelong football fan, only watch the big matches, or couldn't tell a corner kick from a corner shop, everyone is welcome to join in. How it works: Reply below if you'd like to take…
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Am I being a big baby?
I've been back at work for just over a week now and I feel like quitting. I can't because I need the money and have responsibilities but it's they've been awful. Since I went back they're expectations have been far higher than they were before and I'm exhausted. I've always had really good performance meetings and…
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If that Brazillian Jiu Jitsu trial next week's any good...
Should I pack Taekwondo in favour of BJJ as I don't think I could afford to do both, nor would Nat sanction the travelling from Woodhouse to Neepsend on a Thursday. I'd rather not pack TKD as I've made a few good friends there and the teacher's a right nice bloke, which is more valuable than even the physical exercise it…
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Hotter Summers - Plant Health
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/jul/29/heatwaves-hydrangeas-risk-south-of-england-rhs-warns