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19-05-2025
- Sport
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Cricket round up: Billericay secure impressive win at Hornchurch
CRICKET: Billericay bagged an impressive nine wicket win at Hornchurch in the Premier Division. Hornchurch batted first after winning the toss but were bowled out for 189. Robert Rayner (3/16) and Louis Barrell (3/35) did the damage with the ball for Billericay who then reached the required total for the loss of just one wicket. Matthew Bell top scored with 66 not out while Arjun Bhardwaj scored 60 not out and Grant Roelofsen 45 to help Billericay secured their first win of the season. Elsewhere in the top division, Hadleigh & Thundersley suffered a six wicket defeat at Wanstead & Snaresbrook. Hadleigh opted to bat first and scored 251 all Smith top scored with 110 not out while skipper Sam Handley added 56 before the hosts made it home for the loss of four wickets. Handley (2/43) and Ethan Rogers (2/46) both bowled well for Hadleigh. In Division One, Old Southendian & Southchurch suffered a 26 run defeat at Loughton. The hosts were put into bat first and scored Clarke (4/31) and Ahsan Yousaf (3/33) were the pick of the Southendian bowlers. However, Southendian were bowled out for 175 in reply. Yousaf top scored with 70 but it was not enough to prevent defeat. In Division Two, Westcliff were beaten by five wickets at Harold Wood. Westcliff were put into bat first and and were bowled out for 142 with A Ajikumar top scoring with 57. However, Harold Wood past the required total for the loss of just five wickets. In Division Three, Leigh on Sea were beaten by 39 runs at Barking. Barking were dismissed for 195 with Oliver West (2/25), Ben Giles (2/42), Joe Sexton (2/31) and Sevriano Cupido (2/20) all among the wickets. In Division Four, Wickford won by nine wickets in a low scoring clash at Redbridge Redbridge opted to bat first but were dismissed for just Etchells (6/27) caught the eye with the ball for Wickford while John Grimes (3/32) also played his part. In reply, Wickford made it home for the loss of just one wicket with Jack Hart scoring 35 and Tom Merritt 24 not out. There was also joy for Benfleet who won by 42 runs at South Woodford. Benfleet were put into bat by their hosts and scored 244/6 from 50 overs. Hammad Ul Hassan scored 66, Kumar Sumit 54 and Sam Coelho 46 before the home-side were bowled out for 202. Ul Hassan also led the way with the ball taking 4/42. Benfleet are now third in the league table with Wickford fourth
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19-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Star-studded south Essex charity match to raise funds for children's hospice
CELEBRITIES are set to play off against staff from a beloved Hadleigh bar in a star-studded charity football match. Famous faces including Boyzone's Shane Lynch, presenter Linda Robson and Game of Thrones actor, Tamer Hassan will descend on Bowers & Pitsea Football Club later this month. They will play against members of staff from Fattys Bar as part of a fundraising evening for Little Havens children's hospice. We're now on WhatsApp! Join our new channel at to get all the latest breaking news and exclusive stories delivered straight to your phone. "We're doing the match for Little Havens but also in honour of Paul Danan, the Hollyoaks actor who helped organise last year's match and sadly passed away earlier this year," said organiser, motivational speaker and celebrity player, Matthew Riggs. "We've got quite a few good celebrities coming down to play against the Fattys Bar team so I'm expecting it will be quite good fun. "There's also going to be an after-match event at the bar, with 100 per cent of all takings going to Little Havens." Community - The charity football match will take place at Bowers and Pitsea Football Club (Image: George Pizani) The match will be kicking off at 3pm at Bowers and Pitsea Football Club, with the Fattys Bar event starting at the Hadleigh High Street venue at 6pm. Little Havens, based in Thundersley, is Essex's only children's hospice, and provides end of life care to youngsters and support to families through the most difficult time of their lives. Support - A range of celebrities will be playing in this month's charity match (Image: Matthew Riggs) "It takes a huge amount of money to run the hospice each year and to provide care not only at the hospice but in the families' homes too," said a spokesperson for Fattys Bar. "All services provided are free to the families in Little havens care and this can only be provided because of the donations from the local community. "The football match was the idea of one of our regulars at Fattys Bar, Keiran Morgan, who is an ex professional football player." Star - Boyzone singer Shane Lynch will be among the players (Image: Ian West) A range of celebrities from the worlds of TV, music, film and sport will be playing in the match on Saturday May 24. Aron Lane, fundraising officer at Havens hospices said: 'We're incredibly grateful to Fattys Bar and everyone involved in the celebrity football match for their amazing support. Last year's event raised more than £4,000 for the hospice, which made a real difference to local families."
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Daily Record
Brits flying from these 7 airports told to arrive 'extra early' for good reason
Airport transfer company SCS Chauffeurs reports a growing trend in travellers booking earlier pickup times, not just to avoid stress, but to make the most of airports with genuinely great experiences. Recent research by ABTA shows that nearly half of British people are choosing one major holiday per year over multiple short breaks. Factors like rising travel costs and a desire for more meaningful experiences appear to be driving this trend. As such, travel experts indicate that long-haul trips are making a comeback, with a focus on boosting the pleasure of the journey alongside the allure of the destination. SCS Chauffeurs, an airport transfer firm, has noted a growing trend of holidaymakers arranging earlier pickups - not just to sidestep anxiety over potentioal delays, but also to savour top-notch airport features. One Scots airport even made Hadleigh's list of the seven where arriving nice and early is a must. Hadleigh Diamond, Commercial Director at SCS Chauffeurs, said: "Rushing through an airport might have worked when all you wanted was to get in and out, but more passengers are now embracing the idea of 'slow travel' - and that starts at the terminal. Some airports are genuinely worth arriving early for, and can feel like an extension of your holiday, not just the start of it. Slow travel also means embracing and trying to enjoy every aspect, be it pre-flight or post-flight, in a vip airport transfer.", reports Yorkshire Live. These are the airports that you should arrive at early. Munich Airport (MUC), Germany – in-terminal brewery Munich Airport (MUC) in Germany tops the list of airports where arriving early is recommended, boasting its own in-terminal brewery. Hadleigh said: "If you're flying from Munich, don't skip Airbräu-it's the only full-scale brewery inside an airport anywhere in the world. "You can have a proper Bavarian beer brewed on-site, and there's even a beer garden if the weather's good. It's one of the few places where arriving early really means something." Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), Japan – edo-inspired street food alley. "Haneda is one of the best examples of modern meets traditional. "The Edo Market area airside looks like a Japanese village, and the food is fantastic-ramen, yakitori, and sushi that's better than you'd expect at most city restaurants, let alone an airport," Hadleigh said. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), Singapore – hawker-style food courts. Hadleigh explained: "Changi's food courts are a dream for anyone chasing real Southeast Asian street food. "You can get laksa, chicken rice, kaya toast - all the local favourites, in a clean, easy-to-navigate setting. It's also open 24/7, which is a huge bonus for layovers." Koh Samui Airport (USM), Thailand – open-air terminal with resort feel. "Koh Samui is in a league of its own," he said. "The airport feels like a tropical resort-with thatched roofs, open-air terminals, and palm trees instead of concrete. "It's the only airport I know where travellers actively want to spend time before flying. Even the check-in feels like part of the holiday." Denver International Airport (DEN), USA – public art and culture. "Denver might surprise you. It's one of the biggest airports in the US, but it's also got real personality-think talking gargoyles, Western-themed art installations, and a huge outdoor plaza with regular events. "There's even an indoor walking route if you want to stretch your legs before a long-haul," Hadleigh shared. Barra Airport (BRR), Scotland – land on a beach. "Barra is completely unique. It's the only place in the world with scheduled flights that land directly on the beach. "There's no rush, no crowds - just sand, sea, and a tiny terminal with a charm all of its own. It's an experience you can't really replicate anywhere else," he continued. Incheon International Airport (ICN), South Korea – ice rink and cultural theatre. "Incheon doesn't just tick boxes-it adds entirely new ones. There's a seasonal ice rink, regular cultural shows with traditional music and dance, and even craft workshops. "If you've got a long layover or an early check-in, it's one of the few airports where you'll genuinely be entertained," Hadleigh said. Why does it pay to arrive early? According to SCS Chauffeurs, savvy travellers aren't just preparing for potential flight delays; they're also factoring in time for additional experiences. The firm suggests allowing an additional 60 to 90 minutes at airports featuring exceptional attractions, particularly for those taking long-haul flights or travelling during busy periods. "People think early check-ins are about beating the queues," explained Hadleigh. "But they're also about maximising your journey. When the airport becomes part of the trip, that time is well spent."
