Repair Shop's Jay Blades on mental health after tragedy
Beloved BBC restoration expert Jay Blades speaks candidly about his mental health struggles and the support from The Repair Shop family after experiencing personal heartbreak.
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The Repair Shop Fans Issue Demand After Emotional Episode
Viewers of the beloved BBC show are calling for a special episode after a particularly moving restoration of a 70-year-old teddy bear brought the nation to tears.
Big Brother Stars Expose Secret 'Mischievous' House Plot
Former Big Brother champions Jordan Sangha and Henry Southan reveal explosive details about a secret 'mischievous' plan that created chaos in the iconic reality TV house during their reign.
UK's Prettiest Train Station is a Scottish Gem
Discover the stunning Wemyss Bay Station, crowned Scotland's most beautiful and hailed among the UK's finest, where Victorian elegance meets breathtaking Clyde coast views.
Norfolk's Ghost Pond Resurrection: 140-Year-Old Plants Revived
A groundbreaking conservation project in Norfolk has achieved the impossible: reviving a 140-year-old 'ghost pond' and bringing its long-dormant seeds back to life, offering new hope for UK biodiversity.
Bengaluru's citizens lead fight to save dying lakes
Faced with a severe water crisis, the tech hub of Bengaluru is witnessing a grassroots revolution. Local residents and conservationists are taking lake restoration into their own hands, battling pollution and bureaucracy to secure the city's future.
Birnbeck Pier awarded £8m in lottery rescue bid
The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap
£4.3M Lottery Lifeline Saves Historic Birnbeck Pier
The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.
Westminster Cathedral Bells Restored by Kent Foundry
The iconic bells of London's Westminster Cathedral have been restored to their former glory by a Kent foundry, marking a triumphant return after a major conservation project.
Big Brother 2025 UK Start Date Confirmed by ITV
ITV confirms the explosive return of Big Brother for 2025 with a confirmed start window, new twists, and the search for the next iconic housemates. Get all the latest details.
Big Brother at 25: How a TV Experiment Changed Britain
A quarter-century after its explosive debut, we examine the enduring legacy of Big Brother. From social experiments to water cooler moments, discover how this iconic show changed the face of British television and launched a new era of reality entertainme
McDonald's Chef Reveals Big Mac's Secret Sauce Ingredient
A former McDonald's corporate chef has let slip the secret behind the iconic Big Mac's unique flavour. Discover the simple, surprising ingredient that makes the sauce so moreish and why you should never order it without this key component.
Council axes Hollywood actor's ancestral home restoration deal
Rochdale Council terminates its agreement with US actor Michael Massee's foundation, withdrawing support and land for the £40m restoration of his ancestral home, Hopwood Hall, citing a fundamental breakdown in their partnership.
Heritage steam trains may return to Isle of Wight railways
Exclusive plans reveal heritage steam trains could make a triumphant return to the Isle of Wight, reviving nostalgic railway journeys across the beloved holiday island for the first time in decades.
Big Brother House Destroyed in Devastating Fire
Exclusive: The iconic Big Brother house, home to countless TV legends, has been destroyed in a massive fire. Dramatic footage shows the inferno that tore through the Hertfordshire set.
Andy Saunders Restores Beatles' Abbey Road in Stunning Detail
Discover how photographic artist Andy Saunders, against all odds, meticulously restored the iconic Abbey Road cover, creating the clearest image ever seen and honouring a pivotal moment in music history.
Big Ben's Bongs Return After Five-Year Restoration
The famous chimes of Big Ben have triumphantly returned to the London skyline following an extensive five-year conservation project. The Elizabeth Tower's iconic bell marks a new era with its restored voice.
London's Japanese Garden House Up for Top Architecture Prize
A breathtaking London home, featuring an exquisite Japanese garden and a unique architectural design centred around the restoration of Big Ben, has been shortlisted for the UK's top architecture award, the Riba Stirling Prize.
California's Kelp Forests Stage Remarkable Comeback
Exclusive: Scientists document unprecedented recovery of Northern California's kelp forests, offering hope for marine ecosystems battling climate change.
Woman Born Blind Sees First Time After Gene Therapy
A woman who has been blind since birth can now see for the first time, recognising her family and navigating life independently after a groundbreaking gene therapy treatment.
Bank of England's £1bn Building Crisis: Soane's Legacy Crumbles
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking state of disrepair at the Bank of England's iconic Threadneedle Street headquarters. Soaring costs and internal disputes threaten a landmark restoration.
Repair Shop's Most Emotional Fix Leaves Crew in Tears
An exclusive look inside the BBC's beloved 'The Repair Shop' reveals the incredibly moving story of a cherished toy's restoration, a process so powerful it moved the entire family and filming crew to tears, showcasing the show's profound emotional impact.
Somerset's Fragrant Floodplain: A Habitat Success Story
A remarkable transformation on the Somerset Levels proves that with careful restoration, nature can make a triumphant comeback, offering a sensory feast and a haven for wildlife.
Meet The Repair Shop's Master Restoration Experts
Discover the talented experts behind BBC One's heartwarming hit The Repair Shop. Learn about the master restorers who breathe new life into cherished treasures and the stories they uncover.
Repair Shop couple find late son's secret message in restored heirloom
The Repair Shop viewers were left in tears as a grieving couple uncovered a secret message from their late son, hidden for decades inside a restored writing slope on the BBC's beloved show.
Ohio State Bans Dave Portnoy in Fox TV Row
A dramatic standoff erupts as Ohio State University bans Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy from its stadium, escalating a feud with Fox TV's 'Big Noon Kickoff' and raising major questions about media access in college football.
Godard's Lost Debut Film Restored in 4K
A landmark discovery in cinema history: Jean-Luc Godard's debut documentary, 'Opération Béton', has been meticulously restored in 4K and will premiere at the Locarno Film Festival, offering a new perspective on the legendary director's origins.
Wales-China Green Pact to Combat Desertification
In a landmark environmental collaboration, Wales signs a historic agreement with China to share expertise in revitalising the Yellow River basin and combating the Gobi Desert's expansion, marking a new chapter in UK-China relations.
Abandoned UK Art Deco Lido Set for £4.3m Revival
A derelict Grade II-listed Art Deco lido in the UK is being brought back to life in a stunning £4.3 million restoration project, promising a new era of wellness and community for the local area.
UK Woman's Victorian Renovation Nightmare Over Toxic Mould
A British woman's idyllic vision of restoring a 19th-century Victorian property crumbles as she uncovers a severe mould infestation, turning her dream project into a financial and emotional catastrophe. Exclusive details on the renovation horrors.
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