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Lego Cathedral Model Completed After a Decade of Building Effort

The Lego model of St Edmundsbury Cathedral, built over ten years with 200,000 bricks and 70 volunteers, has been completed, raising over £100,000 for the cathedral.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral The outside of a model Lego replica of St Edmundsbury Cathedral with a spire and tower and stained glass windows.

DNA yn Adnabod Morwyr HMS Erebus a Adeiladwyd yng Nghymru 200 Mlynedd Yn Ôl

Gweld sut mae ymchwil DNA wedi helpu i adnabod morwyr HMS Erebus, llong a adeiladwyd yng Nghymru 200 mlynedd yn ôl, gyda hanes llawn a arddangosfa newydd yn Noc Penfro.

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LLun o fodel o long Erebus ar fwrdd pren - mae ganddi dri mast a chychod achub yn hongian o'r ochr. Lluniau du a gwyn o longau eraill yn y cefndir

Glasgow Launches New City Trail Celebrating Bees and Nature

Glasgow has launched a new city trail featuring bee models and real hives at the Royal Infirmary, aiming to educate the public about bees and promote nature awareness in the city.

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Dr Kate Stevens Three people - two women and a man - smiling as they look at a hive of bees. They are wearing white protective bee keeping suits.

First Chelsea Flower Show Garden Relocates to Strabane, Northern Ireland

A gold medal-winning garden from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show is being relocated to Strabane, Northern Ireland, marking the first such move. Designed to symbolize togetherness, the garden will serve as a community space addressing hunger and social challenges.

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Victorian Palm House Reopens as Tropical Butterfly Sanctuary with 3,000 Inhabitants

The Victorian palm house behind Stanmer House has been restored as Sussex Butterfly Gardens, housing 3,000 butterflies and serving as an educational space in partnership with Plumpton College. It opens to the public on 23 May.

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BBC A middle-aged man with short grey hair and glasses. He is wearing a grey polo top and smiling as he looks into the camera. He is stood in a large green house with green plants behind him

New Iron Age Crannog Unveiled Five Years After Devastating Fire

The Scottish Crannog Centre will unveil a newly reconstructed Iron Age crannog five years after a fire destroyed the original. The £700,000 crannog, built using traditional methods, opens in June with a ceremony featuring First Minister John Swinney and singer Barbara Dickson.

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Andrew Allan A recreation of an Iron Age roundhouse under construction set on a loch

Eisteddfod yr Urdd 1976 Flower Dance Crew Reunites to Recreate Iconic Photo

In May 1976, the Urdd Eisteddfod was held in Menai Bridge. Fifty years later, the flower dance crew reunited to recreate a special photo from the event, reflecting on memories and honoring those involved.

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Scotland's Home of the Year Winner Compares Renovation to Childbirth

Robert and Emily Haistans spent 15 years renovating their Edinburgh bungalow, Homegrown Hoose, which won Scotland's Home of the Year 2026. Judges praised its timber design, open-plan kitchen, and unique evolution as a family home.

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IWC Media Emily and Robert Haistans stand side by side in the House for an Art Lover, holding their award, a round plaque that reads “2026,” while facing the camera.
They are positioned in a light, decorative interior with pale wood panelling, curved architectural details, and a heart motif above them.

Wales' New Culture Minister Advocates More Health Funding for Arts and Sport

Wales' new culture minister Heledd Fychan plans to increase health funding for arts and sport, aiming for cross-portfolio collaboration within the NHS. Plaid Cymru's minority government seeks to boost investment and economic growth while addressing industry concerns over energy policies.

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Your Stunning Scotland Photos from 8 to 15 May

Explore a diverse collection of Scotland photos submitted between 8 and 15 May, featuring stunning landscapes, wildlife, and memorable moments captured by contributors across the country.

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Sue King A dolphin calf and adult dolphin appearing through blue sea waves.

Six Unique Scottish Homes Compete for 2026 Home of the Year Title

Six unique Scottish homes, ranging from traditional to modern, compete for the 2026 Home of the Year. Judges tour properties, meet owners, and prepare to select the winner in a highly anticipated final.

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IWC Media An image of the front of a modernised 1960s bungalow. It is painted navy blue and has a modern side extension in grey materials. Rows of wildflower line the path to the front door which is a rich royal blue.

Are Donkey Rides at Welsh Beaches Becoming a Lost Tradition?

Donkey rides at Welsh beaches, a tradition for over a century, face decline due to licensing changes, costs, and evolving public attitudes toward animal welfare.

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Getty Images A small boy on the beach wearing shorts, a cardigan and buckle-up shoes in the style of the 1950s in a black and white image. He stands in front of four donkeys wearing saddles and bridles. Houses and part of the promenade in Llandudno is visible.