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Bookmark – March 2022

Book news, reviews and reading highlights.  All books mentioned in this blog have been read and carefully curated by Bookmark. News Two of the more interesting literary prizes have announced their longlists for this year: the Women’s Prize for Fiction and the Man Booker International Prize. New Releases The Ship Read more

By Amanda Read, ago

Photo Competition – March’s Theme

You don’t need expensive camera equipment to enter. Previous finalists have used phone cameras to exceptional effect. This month’s theme: It’s in the trees! If you go down to the woods today, look out for emerging woodland flora, such as bluebells, wild garlic and common dog violets, as well as Read more

By Amanda Read, ago

The Old Rectory, Burton

The Old Rectory, Burton Author: Chris Bennett This article explores the history of The Old Rectory, formerly Nettleton Rectory, occasionally known as ‘Bryanston’, but touches also on the adjacent St. Mary’s Church and The Coach House, known to be linked to the Rectory estate.   The information was commissioned by Read more

By Amanda Read, ago

Wine, Words & Chords Souvenir

Wine, Words & Chords In the first of what is hoped to be a rolling programme of cultural events with local interest, St Mary the Virgin Church was the setting for Wine, Words & Chords, on Thursday 24 February 2022. The evening included poetry and prose readings from Amanda Read, Read more

By Amanda Read, ago

Burton Cycle Route 6

Burton Cycle Route 6 Burton – Nettleton Green – Fosse Way – The Gibb – Littleton Drew – Acton Turville – Burton  7.5 miles, 350 ft climbing (107 metres) Blog by Ian Wilson Download map  This short circuit is suggested for days when heavy showers or thunderstorms are likely as Read more

By Amanda Read, ago
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Bookmark – February 2022

Book news, reviews and reading highlights. All books mentioned in this blog have been read and carefully curated by Bookmark. News As demand for print books continues to grow, the industry struggles to cope with supply issues. The shortage of hauliers prevents books from getting to shops. Ink, glue and Read more

By Amanda Read, ago