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Sky News
30-04-2025
- Business
- Sky News
Channel 4 chief Mahon to run live entertainment group Superstruct
Alex Mahon, the Channel 4 chief executive, is to become the new boss of the live entertainment group behind Cornwall's Boardmasters festival. Sky News has learnt that Ms Mahon, whose departure after eight years at the state-owned broadcaster was announced earlier this week, is to take the helm at Superstruct Entertainment. Superstruct, which is owned by the buyout firms KKR and CVC Capital Partners, is expected to announce the appointment this week, according to private equity insiders. It is understood to have been briefing festival management teams on Ms Mahon's move on Wednesday morning. Her arrival will give Ms Mahon the opportunity to earn a more lucrative remuneration package than the one on offer to her at Channel 4. Superstruct owns and operates more than 80 music festivals across ten countries in Europe and Australia. Since the company was established in 2017 by Providence Equity Partners, its former owner, Superstruct has expanded both organically and through acquisitions into a major live entertainment group. Its portfolio includes some of Europe's most popular festivals, including Wacken Open Air, Defqon.1, Tinderbox, Boardmasters and Sónar, which is held annually in Barcelona. KKR and CVC both declined to comment on Wednesday. Ms Mahon's arrival at the company comes nearly a year after it was bought by KKR in a deal worth about £1bn. CVC took a minority stake in the business several months later. Her exit from Channel 4 came as little surprise given the length of her tenure, and leaves the television group hunting a new boss. "I feel lucky beyond belief to have had the chance to lead Channel 4 for nearly eight years - through calm seas (very few) and stormy waters (more than our fair share)," Ms Mahon said on Monday. "From navigating the threat of privatisation (twice), to shifting out of London, to digital transformation, lockdowns, political upheaval, advertising chaos - there has never been a dull moment." Channel 4 was in line to be privatised under the last Conservative government, with a number of bidders weighing offers for it before the process was pulled.
Scottish Sun
25-04-2025
- Scottish Sun
World's best beaches revealed and one in the UK makes the list – alongside Thailand and Bahamas
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A UK beach has been named one of the best 100 in the world. Fistral Beach in Cornwall is often celebrated for being a surf hub, but now it has also been named as one of the top 100 beaches in the world by Corona beer. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Fistral Beach in Cornwall has been named one of the best in the world Credit: Alamy 6 The beach features a great surf scene, golden sand and a number of places to eat Credit: Alamy The beach boasts a a long stretch of golden sand and a thriving surf scene, all within a short distance of the bustling town of Newquay. In fact, the first British surfing championships were held at the beach in 1966. The beach featured alongside destinations in The Bahamas, Costa Rica, Portugal and Mexico. The guide states: "Fistral Beach is Britain's surf capital. "Facing the full force of the Atlantic, it's where you go to chase sets, drink tea with cold hands, and feel like you're part of something. "The beach delivers all year, with consistent swell, golden sand, and a surf scene that's as seasoned as it is welcoming. "From world-class comps to waist-high rollers, Fistral doesn't need sunshine to shine — just wind, water, and the right kind of restless." In addition to a great surf scene, there are numerous tin-shack surf shops to explore. At one end of the beach sits The Fistral Stable - a pizza restaurant inside a glass fronted building looking out across the beach and sea. At the other end of the beach is SeaSpray Fistral - a cosy timber joint serving up breakfast, lunches and coffee. TOP UK ATTRACTION Surfers Against Sewage also regularly clean the beach and have launched awareness programmes across the coast. Nearby, on the otherside of Newquay town, is a collection of open fields that in August transform into the popular Boardmasters music festival. The festival will also be expanding its usage of Fistral Beach this year, with a bigger programme including the return of a skate ramp, a rebranded Boardmasters Beach Bar and a larger Fistral Village for festival-goers. Corona assembled the top 100 beach guide using a panel of beach experts, including oceanographers, surfers, free divers, and other nature enthusiasts. The beaches were then ranked using a curated criteria and each beach was 'Sun Awarded' – rated between one to three suns based on three essential elements: Beachside Culture, Connection to Nature, and Scenic Aesthetics. Fistral Beach scored one out of three suns. 6 In August, Boardmasters Festival also uses the beach as part of its event Credit: Alamy 6 Other beaches on the list are located across the globe including Mexico, The Bahamas and Spain Credit: Alamy One visitor recently commented in a review: "Fistral Beach is a cracking spot in Newquay - gorgeous stretch of sand that's perfect for a day out. "It's brilliant for dogs, with plenty of space for them to run around and splash in the waves, and it's dog-friendly all year, which is a big plus. "The surfing scene here is top-notch—loads of surfers catching waves, and it's easy to see why this place is famous for it. "Great vibes and stunning views!" Another commented: "Pretty golden sand beach popular with surfers and swimmers, and bars/restaurants overlooking the beach. "Access to beach from car park and golf course paths." Several beaches elsewhere in Europe were also named in the top 100. One beach - Plage Notre Dame in France - is located on the car-free island of Porquerolles in Cote d'Azur and is known for its crystal-clear water. 6 Plage Notre Dame in France is located on a car-free island Credit: Getty - Contributor 6 La Pelosa sits on the Mediterranean Sea and features white-sand Credit: Alamy Surrounding the beach is also beautiful scenery, leading the area to often being referred to as an 'untouched paradise'. Along the Mediterranean Sea, La Pelosa in Sardinia, Italy, is loved for its white-sand and water activities including scuba diving. The beach also boasts a number of nightclubs, bars and restaurants - most of which have sea views. In the surrounding area, visitors enjoy heading to the Della Pelosa and Falcone Tower ruins and exploring the cliffs of Capo Falcone nature preserve. In addition, Unstad Beach on the Lofoten Islands in Norway, made it onto the list. This beach spot is popular with surfers and photographers due to the scenery with sand, seaweed and boulders. The beach is also known for sometimes being able to see the Northern Lights. A number of other beaches across the world were also ranked in the top 100 beaches Cloud 9 Beach in Philippines and Nose Iranja in Madagascar. The top 100 beaches in the world All of the top 100 beaches in the world, including Fistral Beach in the UK: Whitehaven Beach, Australia Lucky Bay, Australia Sanya - Yalong Bay, China Riyue Bay (Hainan, Wanning), China One Foot Island, Cook Islands Natadola, Fiji Tavarua Island, Fiji Radhanagar, India Pink Beach Labuan Bajo, Indonesia Yohana Maehama Beach (Okinawa), Japan Jodogahama Beach, Japan Sipadan Island, Malaysia Wharariki Beach, New Zealand Cathedral Cove, New Zealand Cloud 9 Beach, Philippines Alegria Beach, Philippines Hidden Beach (El Nido), Philippines Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka Koh Mak Island, Thailand Railay Beach, Thailand Phra Nang Beach, Thailand Soi Sim Beach, Ha Long Bay, Vietnam Boulders Beach, South Africa Camps Bay, South Africa Kraalbaai, South Africa Natures Valley, South Africa Loango National Park, Gabon Nose Iranja, Madagascar Le Morne, Mauritius Legzira, Morocco Fistral Beach, UK Stiniva, Vis, Croatia Plage Notre Dame, France Calanque d'En-Vau in Cassis, France St Jean Cap Ferrat, France Elafonissi, Greece Paralia Pori, Koufonissi, Greece Kolona, Greece Stokksnes Beach, Iceland Rossnowlagh, Ireland La Pelosa, Sardinia, Italy Cala Domestica, Sardinia, Italy San Vito Lo Capo, Italy Baia Verde, Italy Bay of Kotor, Montenegro Unstad, Norway Praia da Falesia, Portugal Praia de Odeceixe, Portugal Cala Jondal, Ibiza, Spain Tarifa, Spain Cala Macarelleta, Spain Ses Illetes, Spain Vila Tacul, Argentina Punta de Lobos, Chile Anakena Beach, Chile Caleta Cóndor Beach, Chile Playa Del Cabo / Tayrona, Colombia Corona Island / Islas Del Rosario, Colombia McBean Lagoon (San Andres), Colombia Palomino Beach, Colombia Atins / Lençois Maranehenses, Brazil Copacabana, Brazil Baia do Sancho (Fernando de Noronha), Brazil Jericoacoara / Praia do Preá, Brazil Taipu de Fora Beach, Brazil São Miguel dos Milagres Beach, Brazil Madeiro Beach, Brazil Love Island, Alter do Chao, Brazil Saco do Mamanguá, Brazil Guarda do Embaú Beach, Brazil Praia dos Carneiros, Brazil Tortuga Bay Beach, Ecuador Isla Perro (San Blas), Panama Playa Venao, Panama Mancora, Peru Huanchaco Beach, Peru La Mina Pisco Beach, Peru Tulum, Mexico Playa Balandra, La Paz, Mexico Playa Los Barriles, Mexico Playa Carrizalillo, Mexico Playa Escondida, Nayarit, Mexico Pipe Creek Sandbar, Bahamas Shroud Cay, Bahamas Placencia Beach, Belize Warwick Long Bay, Bermuda No Name Beach, Bonaire Tobermory Beach, Canada Cox Bay (Tofino), Canada Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands Playa Uvita, Costa Rica Playa Cocles, Costa Rica Playa Conchal, Costa Rica Pilar Beach, Cuba Bahía de las Águilas, Dominican Republic Playa El Tunco, El Salvador Banzai Pipeline, Hawaii Playa Mango, Nicaragua Little Corn Island, Nicaragua Flamenco Beach, Puerto Rico Also in Cornwall, is a 'Forgotten Corner' with glorious unspoilt beaches and very few tourists in peak season. Plus, the English beach town named one of the UK's coolest places to live with fish festivals and legendary ice cream.
The Sun
25-04-2025
- The Sun
World's best beaches revealed and one in the UK makes the list – alongside Thailand and Bahamas
Cyann Fielding, Travel Reporter Published: Invalid Date, A UK beach has been named one of the best 100 in the world. Fistral Beach in Cornwall is often celebrated for being a surf hub, but now it has also been named as one of the top 100 beaches in the world by Corona beer. 6 6 The beach boasts a a long stretch of golden sand and a thriving surf scene, all within a short distance of the bustling town of Newquay. In fact, the first British surfing championships were held at the beach in 1966. The beach featured alongside destinations in The Bahamas Costa Rica, Portugal and Mexico. The guide states: "Fistral Beach is Britain's surf capital. "Facing the full force of the Atlantic, it's where you go to chase sets, drink tea with cold hands, and feel like you're part of something. "The beach delivers all year, with consistent swell, golden sand, and a surf scene that's as seasoned as it is welcoming. "From world-class comps to waist-high rollers, Fistral doesn't need sunshine to shine — just wind, water, and the right kind of restless." In addition to a great surf scene, there are numerous tin-shack surf shops to explore. At one end of the beach sits The Fistral Stable - a pizza restaurant inside a glass fronted building looking out across the beach and sea. At the other end of the beach is SeaSpray Fistral - a cosy timber joint serving up breakfast, lunches and coffee. TOP UK ATTRACTION Surfers Against Sewage also regularly clean the beach and have launched awareness programmes across the coast. Nearby, on the otherside of Newquay town, is a collection of open fields that in August transform into the popular Boardmasters music festival. The festival will also be expanding its usage of Fistral Beach this year, with a bigger programme including the return of a skate ramp, a rebranded Boardmasters Beach Bar and a larger Fistral Village for festival-goers. Corona assembled the top 100 beach guide using a panel of beach experts, including oceanographers, surfers, free divers, and other nature enthusiasts. The beaches were then ranked using a curated criteria and each beach was 'Sun Awarded' – rated between one to three suns based on three essential elements: Beachside Culture, Connection to Nature, and Scenic Aesthetics. Fistral Beach scored one out of three suns. 6 6 One visitor recently commented in a review: "Fistral Beach is a cracking spot in Newquay - gorgeous stretch of sand that's perfect for a day out. "It's brilliant for dogs, with plenty of space for them to run around and splash in the waves, and it's dog-friendly all year, which is a big plus. "The surfing scene here is top-notch—loads of surfers catching waves, and it's easy to see why this place is famous for it. "Great vibes and stunning views!" Another commented: "Pretty golden sand beach popular with surfers and swimmers, and bars/restaurants overlooking the beach. "Access to beach from car park and golf course paths." Several beaches elsewhere in Europe were also named in the top 100. One beach - Plage Notre Dame in France - is located on the car-free island of Porquerolles in Cote d'Azur and is known for its crystal-clear water. 6 Surrounding the beach is also beautiful scenery, leading the area to often being referred to as an 'untouched paradise'. Along the Mediterranean Sea, La Pelosa in Sardinia, Italy, is loved for its white-sand and water activities including scuba diving. The beach also boasts a number of nightclubs, bars and restaurants - most of which have sea views. In the surrounding area, visitors enjoy heading to the Della Pelosa and Falcone Tower ruins and exploring the cliffs of Capo Falcone nature preserve. In addition, Unstad Beach on the Lofoten Islands in Norway, made it onto the list. This beach spot is popular with surfers and photographers due to the scenery with sand, seaweed and boulders. The beach is also known for sometimes being able to see the Northern Lights. A number of other beaches across the world were also ranked in the top 100 beaches Cloud 9 Beach in Philippines and Nose Iranja in Madagascar. The top 100 beaches in the world All of the top 100 beaches in the world, including Fistral Beach in the UK: Whitehaven Beach, Australia Lucky Bay, Australia Sanya - Yalong Bay, China Riyue Bay (Hainan, Wanning), China One Foot Island, Cook Islands Natadola, Fiji Tavarua Island, Fiji Radhanagar, India Pink Beach Labuan Bajo, Indonesia Yohana Maehama Beach (Okinawa), Japan Jodogahama Beach, Japan Sipadan Island, Malaysia Wharariki Beach, New Zealand Cathedral Cove, New Zealand Cloud 9 Beach, Philippines Alegria Beach, Philippines Hidden Beach (El Nido), Philippines Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka Koh Mak Island, Thailand Railay Beach, Thailand Phra Nang Beach, Thailand Soi Sim Beach, Ha Long Bay, Vietnam Boulders Beach, South Africa Camps Bay, South Africa Kraalbaai, South Africa Natures Valley, South Africa Loango National Park, Gabon Nose Iranja, Madagascar Le Morne, Mauritius Legzira, Morocco Fistral Beach, UK Stiniva, Vis, Croatia Plage Notre Dame, France Calanque d'En-Vau in Cassis, France St Jean Cap Ferrat, France Elafonissi, Greece Paralia Pori, Koufonissi, Greece Kolona, Greece Stokksnes Beach, Iceland Rossnowlagh, Ireland La Pelosa, Sardinia, Italy Cala Domestica, Sardinia, Italy San Vito Lo Capo, Italy Baia Verde, Italy Bay of Kotor, Montenegro Unstad, Norway Praia da Falesia, Portugal Praia de Odeceixe, Portugal Cala Jondal, Ibiza, Spain Tarifa, Spain Cala Macarelleta, Spain Ses Illetes, Spain Vila Tacul, Argentina Punta de Lobos, Chile Anakena Beach, Chile Caleta Cóndor Beach, Chile Playa Del Cabo / Tayrona, Colombia Corona Island / Islas Del Rosario, Colombia McBean Lagoon (San Andres), Colombia Palomino Beach, Colombia Atins / Lençois Maranehenses, Brazil Copacabana, Brazil Baia do Sancho (Fernando de Noronha), Brazil Jericoacoara / Praia do Preá, Brazil Taipu de Fora Beach, Brazil São Miguel dos Milagres Beach, Brazil Madeiro Beach, Brazil Love Island, Alter do Chao, Brazil Saco do Mamanguá, Brazil Guarda do Embaú Beach, Brazil Praia dos Carneiros, Brazil Tortuga Bay Beach, Ecuador Isla Perro (San Blas), Panama Playa Venao, Panama Mancora, Peru Huanchaco Beach, Peru La Mina Pisco Beach, Peru Tulum, Mexico Playa Balandra, La Paz, Mexico Playa Los Barriles, Mexico Playa Carrizalillo, Mexico Playa Escondida, Nayarit, Mexico Pipe Creek Sandbar, Bahamas Shroud Cay, Bahamas Placencia Beach, Belize Warwick Long Bay, Bermuda No Name Beach, Bonaire Tobermory Beach, Canada Cox Bay (Tofino), Canada Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands Playa Uvita, Costa Rica Playa Cocles, Costa Rica Playa Conchal, Costa Rica Pilar Beach, Cuba Bahía de las Águilas, Dominican Republic Playa El Tunco, El Salvador Banzai Pipeline, Hawaii Playa Mango, Nicaragua Little Corn Island, Nicaragua Flamenco Beach, Puerto Rico Plus, the English beach town named one of the UK's coolest places to live with fish festivals and legendary ice cream.
Time Out
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Iconic Silent Disco at London Transport Museum
Iconic Silent Discos have been creating next level events since 2009. A partnership between Silent Disco King, the world's biggest headphone company; and industry leading promoters Propaganda. After delighting customers at Glastonbury and setting world records at festivals including Boardmasters and Reading; Iconic Silent Discos is excited to host a new line up of events at some of the most amazing, unique and iconic locations around the world. Bring your besties for some awesome photos and unforgettable memories! London: London Transport Museum Saturday 7th June 2025 All aboard for the ultimate after-hours party experience at the London Transport Museum! Dance through time surrounded by historic trains, vintage busses and more at our exclusive Silent Disco in the heart of London's legendary Covent Garden.
