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Daily Mirror
19-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Beautiful UK island dubbed the 'new Cornwall' is just a short flight away
The picturesque UK island of Jersey has been dubbed the "new Cornwall", offering a peaceful getaway without the crowds that often flood the popular British holiday destination. A mere half-hour flight from London, Jersey boasts crystal-clear waters and pristine coastlines, presenting the perfect sanctuary for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Despite its compact size of just 45 square miles, Jersey surprises visitors with its varied landscapes, featuring vast sandy beaches and winding country lanes as the largest of the Channel Islands. Discovering Jersey uncovers charming towns along its shores, each with their own distinct allure. Nutritionist says special coffee 'elevates energy' and 'manages stress' without crash St. Brelade's, the island's most frequented beach resort, entices guests with its south-facing beaches and a revitalising onshore breeze – an idyllic spot for sun worshippers and those keen on seaside delights. Heading north, dramatic cliffs provide cover for hidden bays, while Bonne Nuit harbour is a quaint haven for enjoying fresh seafood against a backdrop of gently swaying boats. For thrill-seekers, St Ouen's Bay stands out as the top surfing destination in the Channel Islands, offering excellent conditions and a choice of surf schools. Wine lovers can also explore La Mare Wine Estate and Distillery in northwest Jersey, where guided tours and tastings of local Jersey Wines await, reports the Express. History enthusiasts will relish Jersey's rich past, showcased by Mont Orgueil Castle and Elizabeth Castle, both brimming with centuries of history and offering sweeping views of the island. Yet, perhaps the most touching part of Jersey's history is its wartime resilience, honoured at the Channel Islands Military Museum and the Jersey War Tunnels. For a more light-hearted excursion, Durrell Wildlife Park offers a haven for a diverse range of primates, including the adorable baby gorilla. Return flights to Jersey from Gatwick Airport start at roughly £70. Alternatively, there are ferry services from Poole or Portsmouth costing around £270 and £170 respectively for a couple and car.
Cambrian News
10-05-2025
- Health
- Cambrian News
Ceredigion distillery workers to take on ‘helicopter half
The event, dubbed the 'Helicopter Half', is being organised to support the life-saving work of the Wales Air Ambulance Charity, which provides emergency air cover across the country. Between them, the distillery team will be walking, jogging and running a continuous lap route around their own site until they hit the magic 13.68 miles. The Distillery is also inviting the local community to get involved – whether by donating, cheering them on, or even running alongside for part (or all) of the distance.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Buffalo Trace Distillery announces modified visitor experience after Kentucky floods: What has changed
FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — After a week of cleanup, Buffalo Trace Distillery can see a return to normalcy. On Tuesday, Buffalo Trace Distillery provided an update on cleanup efforts at the distillery and announced it began accepting visitors again on Monday. How to help Kentuckians hit by back-to-back weather events in 2025 'Thanks to the tireless efforts of our contractors and dedicated teams, we've made tremendous progress in the Distillery's flood recovery plan. While there's still work to be done, the resilience and determination demonstrated this past week is truly inspiring,' Jake Wenz, Sazerac & Buffalo Trace Distillery CEO and president, said. 'Each day significant progress is made allowing the Distillery to return to normal operations and I am optimistic that, with this same spirit, we'll be operating normally soon. We want to thank all of the contractors, our leaders, and our team members for their hard work' On Tuesday, the distillery said hundreds of professionals helped them remove floodwater debris, and the cleanup is now more than 75% complete. Power has been restored to key areas of the distillery, and craft bottling inside Blanton's Bottling Hall and the main bottling hall has resumed, according to a news release. The interiors of buildings have been emptied of water, and restoration efforts have begun. Buffalo Trace Distillery said the visitor offerings have been modified to include a small pop-up shopping experience inside the Freehouse building with opportunities to purchase select bottles and complimentary tastings in an outdoor canopy. Kentucky weather tomorrow: More sunshine, less wind Kentucky Senate president hopeful Trump executive orders will launch 'coal comeback' Buffalo Trace Distillery announces modified visitor experience after Kentucky floods: What has changed This modified experience is available to those with previously held tour reservations. Those eligible to attend the modified experience will receive an email with instructions on how to book. If capacity allows, additional online reservations will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, according to the distillery. At this time, there will be no tours or walk-ups offered. 'We know our fans are eager to visit, so we're making every effort to return to normal tour and gift shop operations. Because we have limited capacity, unlike normal operations, reservations are required to attend the modified experience,' reads the news release. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBC
29-03-2025
- Business
- CBC
Hoping to buy local amid Canada-U.S. trade fight? Distillery District says 90% of its shops are Canadian-owned
As the "Buy Canadian" trend continues to grow, makers in the Distillery District want to remind visitors that it's pretty effortless to support local there. "Everything is handmade here, I am the designer, the artist, and I try to source out Canadian yarns when I can," said Lori Dunn, owner of Millicent Vee Knits. While supporting local has always been weaved into her business, Dunn says it's promising to see more shoppers paying attention to where things come from. "People are so patriotic now, and it's really exciting," she said. The Distillery District is hoping to tap into this patriotic era, touting in a recent news release that 93 per cent of its shops and retailers are Canadian-owned and roughly 30 per cent of its products are made on-site. The Distillery District opened in 2003 and is, now, widely regarded as a national arts, culture and entertainment destination — one brimming with creative people. "We're not just promoting them now, we always have," said Jamie Goad, co-founder of the Distillery District. "In fact that's part of our DNA really at the Distillery, for the last 25 years we've been all about local," he said. At Pure Spirits, Jason McLaren says local ingredients are on the table and have been for a long time. "Why not go back into the Canadian roots of it all," said McLaren, executive chef of the restaurant. "Let's support all of the people that work here and produce stuff here, and let's keep the money here."
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Office of Buffalo Trace whiskey distillery swept into Kentucky River by mudslide
A cargo container and makeshift office for a centuries-old whiskey maker slid into the Kentucky River on Monday in the wake of heavy rains and flooding, officials said. A "weather-related mudslide occurred on the northeast side of Buffalo Trace Distillery" in Frankfort, Kentucky, early Monday, according to a statement by Victoria Zabel-Wirdak, a spokesperson for the distillery's parent Sazerac Company, Inc. The mudslide sent a "cargo container and one temporary office falling into the" Kentucky River, Zabel-Wirdak said. "No team members were near the area at the time of the mud slide and the affected property has been properly roped off to ensure the safety of those at the Distillery," she added. "Buffalo Trace Distillery will work closely with professionals to ensure proper cleanup." Production and tours of the distillery have not been stopped by the mudslide, Zabel-Wirdak said. Buffalo Trace Distillery, which produces a variety of whiskey brands, claims its roots to 1771 and has for two-plus centuries has fended off "the challenges of floods, fires, tornadoes and even Prohibition," the company said. At least 22 people have died in recent winter weather-related incidents around the commonwealth, Gov. Andy Beshear said Monday. This article was originally published on
