I thought, ‘Wow, I could probably do this': A Listers on their favourite TV ads of all time
A cross-section from this year's A List discusses why classics like 'Surfer' and 'Parklife' continue to define excellence for some, how today's output compares with historic TV ads and if it's becoming harder to create memorable work.
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Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Parklife 2025 beers and drinks - bar prices in full
Parklife 2025 officially gets underway today as thousands of music lovers make their way to Heaton Park for two days of live music and entertainment from some of the music industry's biggest acts. This year's line-up will feature headliners 50 Cen on the Saturday night and Charli xcx closing the Valley Stage on Sunday night. They'll be joined by the likes of Jorja Smith, Rudimental, Flo, Peggy Gou and Confidence Man. Each year Parklife welcomes over 80,000 gig-goers, but it started off from much more humble beginnings, beginning life in 2007 as the student run Mad Ferret Festival, held in Platt Fields, Rusholme. READ MORE: X Factor star delayed holiday to join Robbie Williams on stage in Manchester in 'career defining moment' READ MORE: Robbie Williams reunites with Spice Girl at star-studded Manchester Co-op Live gig In 2010, it rebranded to Parklife Festival and stayed in Platt Fields until growing crowds necessitated its move to Heaton Park in 2013. Since then it's evolved significantly, moved to its home of Heaton Park and welcomed some of the biggest music stars from Fatboy Slim and Snoop Dog to Wu-Tang Clan, Tyler the Creator and Doja Cat, plus many more. In an exclusive look around Heaton Park yesterday, The Manchester Evening News watched as final preparations were made to the new stage lineup, serve-your-own bars were set up, the selfie points put into place and the fairground rides went through final safety checks. This year, The Valley Stage, which will host 50 Cent, Charli xcx, Peggy Gou, and Confidence Man, has been moved slightly to a more central position, but still with the great views down onto the field and all the action. While there is no Parklife Stage this year, in it's place is Magic Sky, and the big blue tent, also known as the Big Top Stage, has made a return too. There's also the Matinee and G Stage's to explore. For those attending over the weekend, there are loads of bars dotted across the site, which will offer everything from beers and ciders to wines and cocktails, alongside some specials here and there. Like last year, the bars and food stalls at Parklife are cashless - meaning you'll need to use your phone Wallet or card in order to buy drinks. To help you figure out what's on offer, and how much you'll need to spend, we've rounded up some of the bar prices below. Beer and Cider (cans) Poretti Lager - £6.65 Somersby Apple Cider - £6.65 0.4% Brooklyn Special Effects Hoppy Lager - £5.50 Spirits & Mixers Smirnoff No21 Vodka - £11.80 Captain Morgan Gold - £11.80 Johnnie Walker Black Label - £11.80 Gordon's London Dry Gin - £11.80 Casamigos Blanco Tequila - £14.80 25ml available for £7.90/£10.90 White Claw (Hard Seltzer) Available in Blackberry, Green Apple, Mango Raspberry flavours - £7.50 Jägermeister Jägermeister (25ml Ice Cold shot) - £6.90 Jägermeister Cold Brew Coffee (25ml Ice Cold shot) - £6.90 Jägerbomb - £7.90 Jägermeister Mule - £11.80 Ready to Drink Smirnoff Ice - £7.90 Whiteclaw Blackberry - £7.90 Premium Cans Captain Morgan Brew - £8.50 Smirnoff Miami Peach - £9.50 Captain Morgan x Pepsi Max - £9.50 Gordons Gin & Tonic - £9.50 Johnnie Walker and Lemonade - £9.50 Wine Rose Wine / White Wine - £7.95 Soft Drinks Water Still - £2.60 Rockstar Original - £4 Pepsi Max / 7UP Free - £2.95 Hip Pop Strawberry and Lime Soda - £3.50 Spirts and Mixers Smirnoff No21 Vodka - £11.80 Captain Morgan Gold - £11.80 Johnnie Walker Black Label - £11.80 Gordon's London Dry Gin - £11.80 Tanqueray London Dry Gin - £12.80 Tanqueray Flor De Sevilla Gin - £12.80 Ciroc Original Vodka - £14.80 Casamigos Blanco Tequila - £14.80 Casamigos Reposado Tequila - £14.80 Cocktails Parklife Pornstar - £12.80 Parklife Rum Punch - £12.80 Summer Berry Daiquiri - £12.80 Sevilla Spritz - £13.80 Zero Pornstar - £7.50 Cans Poretti Lager - £6.65 Somersby Apple Cider - £6.65 0.4% Brooklyn Special Effects Hoppy Lager - £5.50 White Claw Blackberry - £7.90
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Greater Manchester Police 'ready for anything' ahead of Parklife weekend
With Parklife festival now rapidly bearing down on Heaton Park, preparations are entering their final stages. But while stages are set up, food stands and bars take deliveries, and soundchecks begin more work is going on in the background to keep the festival safe. We spoke with representatives from Greater Manchester Police about some of their work to ensure the weekend goes as smoothly and safely as possible, and they tell us they're "ready for anything". READ MORE: Discount supermarket locking products in GPS tracked security boxes as shoplifting offences soar READ MORE: Peter Kay reveals 'most personal' move months after heckler drama at show Join the Manchester Evening News WhatsApp group HERE Chief Superintendent Andy Sidebotham is GMP's "gold" commander for Parklife, meaning he has overseen the strategy and planning for the event. "GMP are really proud to support Parklife, we've been doing it for many years," he said. "We work really closely with the event organiser, the local authority, Transport for Greater Manchester to make sure it's a safe and secure festival. "Our planning is particular, it's happened over several months and weeks leading up to this. We all work together to try and make it the best festival it can be so those people coming here feel really safe. "We have close contact with people travelling by public transport and the road network to make sure it's as seamless as possible." He added: "Every year is different, we never rest on our laurels, last year we had thunder and lightning which paused the festival for a number of hours, but we're ready for anything. "We test our plans carefully. We're looking forward to it. We want people to come and have a good time and be safe." He is joined by Superintendent Phil Spurgeon who is the "silver" commander for the weekend, meaning he will be overseeing the more on the ground operations. "We essentially deliver a massive public safety operation in conjunction with the event organisers and partners," he said. "We have hundreds of staff working in unique roles just roles just to make sure that we are safe. "We also have significant investment in trying to minimise disruption. Having 60,000 mostly young people on and off site can present some challenges." Superintendent Spurgeon has probably been to Parklife more times than some regular attendees, telling us that this is his tenth time at the festival including six "on the ground" and four overseeing. He said: "I just think it's such a good event for Manchester. It's an important part of our cultural offering for young people especially, and it's important for the economy of the region."
Forbes
3 days ago
- Forbes
Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière On Cap D'Antibes
Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc has long been one of the most storied addresses on the French Riviera, and a must-book for the elite. From artists and writers of the past century to modern-day A-listers, the hotel has defined Riviera glamour for decades and hosted glittering events, notably the amfAR Gala. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Thanks to its location, discreetly tucked into the pine forests of Cap d'Antibes, this element of privacy has drawn everyone from Picasso to film stars, especially during the Cannes Film Festival, and now, it is adding to its offering with Villa La Guettière. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Cap-Eden-Roc's latest hideaway, a nine bedroom private villa on the estate, is now available to rent and here there's a combination of seclusion within 6,500 sqm of private grounds, while close enough to access the main hotel via a short stroll. Recently restored from its '70s origins, the villa combines Provencal charm with contemporary conveniences and Mediterranean views to appeal to the modern wanderluster. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc The estate consists of a main house with six bedrooms and a guest house with three additional bedrooms, all of which have en-suite bathrooms and many donning private terraces. These spaces come complete with luxuries such as a heated infinity pool, spa with sauna and hammam, private cinema, fitness suite and a wine cellar, to ensure whoever the guests, their needs are catered to. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Led by architect Luc Svetchine, the renovation balances preservation and modernisation. Here, the original structure remains intact but there's a considered update of clean lines and elegant interiors by Comtesse Bergit Gräfin Douglas of MM Design Frankfurt. Think natural materials, custom furniture and a soft-hued palette inspired by the villa's surroundings to channel Riviera charm. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Guests also have access to a private chef, butlers, housekeeping and security, all conveniently coordinated by the concierge team at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Dining is fully tailored here too, whether it is lunch on the terrace, a BBQ at the pool house or a late supper indoors, the team will take care of it. The dining room seats up to 18, with plenty of options for different party sizes, plus, the villa can host private events, from intimate seated dinners for up to 20 guests to cocktail soirees for up to 50, with dedicated staff ensuring every detail is handled. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Debuts Villa La Guettière Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc For those who want to head to the main hotel, guests of the villa have full access to the those facilities too, which include the saltwater infinity pool carved into the rocks, the Dior Spa Eden-Roc and the five clay tennis courts. Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc For discretion, comfort, and beauty in equal measure, Villa La Guettière rates start at start from €64,000 (currently approx. £53,905 per night), all amenities included. Address: Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Boulevard John Fitzgerald Kennedy, CS 10029, 06605 Antibes Cedex. Fly to Nice-Côte d'Azur International Airport (NCE) with British Airways, and it's approximately 30 minutes by car to Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc.
