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Irish Independent
10 hours ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
Dressing celebrities, getting ‘star struck' and a hobbit door – not even a rainy start could dampen the spirits of traders at Bloom
For traders and visiting groups, there have been plenty of highs and lows. From florists to the man behind a 'hobbit door', the Irish Independent spoke with those behind the stands for their peaks and pits of Ireland's favourite festival. For Anita Reynolds, owner of Anita Reynolds Art and Design, the high point was happening across sustainability advocate and former landscape designer Mary Reynolds, who was the youngest woman to win a Gold Medal at The Chelsea Flower Show. 'I saw her from a distance and said 'Oh hello Mary!' As if I knew her because I follow her online, but she was so lovely and she called over and bought a picture. I was star struck,' she said. Ms Reynolds produces ceramics and textiles inspired by the natural world in Meath where she is based. 'I use embroidery technique, batik and hand stitching to create a lot of my pieces that are inspired by Irish lambs, birds, fauna, flowers, and also history. I love historical monuments, so some of my work is inspired by relief carvings also,' she said. While the rain on Thursday was a bit of a damper for the businesswoman, she has had more sales and enquiries this year than her two previous years at the festival. 'On Thursday I had to take cover by the food stalls, the wind even made it difficult to eat. All the same, the footfall was amazing. Friday was probably my best day, but today has also been great for business,' she said yesterday. We're all making connections to further our skills and for florists to support each other The Institute of Flowers, Ireland's only professional organisation for florists, was also at the festival this year. It's the organisation's first year at Bloom. Jenny Murphy of Flowers by Moira, and chairperson of the Institute of Flowers, who holds a gold medal from the Chelsea Flower Show from 2012, is passionate about empowering florists across Ireland. ADVERTISEMENT 'We only launched the organisation in October and so we're here to raise awareness for professional floristry and create more of a community. We're all making connections to further our skills and for florists to support each other,' she said. Throughout the five-day festival, the institute has been creating buttonholes and other wearable arrangements. 'We've given thousands of them out over the past couple of days. Everyone's donated their time. And then the whole staff has been sponsored by suppliers which has been great,' Ms Murphy said Not everyone buys something but everyone stops and chats and says hello. It's a very uplifting experience Philip Gaffney of O'Gowna, a handmade Irish gifts business, was also among the stands this year. The family business based in north county Dublin creates handmade chess sets, fairy doors, figurines and more. For Mr Gaffney, the highlight of the weekend was chatting to the public about his 'hobbit door' he created for the festival. 'I've loved the honest reaction to it. We had a family come up to our stand and the mother later sent me the photograph she took of her three little girls sitting in front of the door. It just melted my heart to see them enjoy it,' he said. The rain was also an issue for Mr Gaffney on Thursday, not for lack of sales, but because customers didn't have as much time for a chat. 'The people are so lovely. Not everyone buys something but everyone stops and chats and says hello. It's a very uplifting experience,' he said. Another satisfied trader is Suzanne Clarke of Clarke's of Dublin, which sells handmade soaps, men's shaving products, candles. She has also enjoyed interacting with the crowds along with checking out what Bloom has to offer. 'It's been great to meet the makers, the clients that come into us and to chat with the creators of the gardens,' she said. Ms Clarke's business is inspired by her great-grandfather's role in the 1916 Rising with her use of traditional typography and classic style of packaging. 'Lots of people have been buying for Father's Day the past few days, with the shaving soap and shaving bowl a big hit. I got the idea from when I used to watch my Dad shave when I was young. Our lavender soap sells all day long too,' she said. Ms Clarke said she struggled to chat with buyers when she first started coming to the festival, ut now in her fifth year, business is bustling and she is a seasoned Bloom trader and loves mixing with customers. 'These days I love speaking with people and picking up on the buying trends for different products,' she said.
Daily Mirror
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC comedy star lets slip 'huge twist' ahead of series return
Sian Gibson appeared on BBC's The One Show to chat about the new series of her comedy The Power of Parker with co-star Conleth Hill Sian Gibson appeared on The One Show on Monday, May 26 when she revealed a "huge twist" in the new season of her BBC comedy series The Power of Parker. The comedy star, known for her role in Peter Kay's Car Share, appeared with fellow actor Conleth Hill to dish out details about the second series. Set in 1990s Stockport, the show charts the chaotic life of Martin Parker (Hill), caught between his wife (Rosie Cavaliero) and his mistress (Kath). While talking about the new series, Conleth revealed to presenters Alex Jones and Roman Kemp that Martin has experienced a "huge fall from grace" with things being exacerbated by Kath. Sian couldn't help but chime in, saying: "Kath makes everything worse but there's lots of twists and turns and there's a huge twist in one of the episodes which means that Kath and Diane, her sister, played by lovely Rose Cavaliero, and Martin all have to work together." Alex quickly jump in with an "Oh no!" as Sian cheekily noted: "But we can't say what happens," reports the Express. Sian also let slip that despite Martin moving in with Kath, she's having second thoughts about their relationship, feeling he's "lost his sparkle". She suggests that Kath's plan to coax him back into work might just be the spark needed to ignite that lost twinkle. The show's setting in an electrical store tickled presenters Alex and Roman as show co-creator Sian revealed her fondness for such shops. She explained: "Do you remember in the olden days if you wanted a kettle you had to go to one shop for everything electrical, you couldn't shop around. It were magical, these places with everything there." The One Show returned on Monday after being bumped from its usual slot the previous Friday due to BBC reshuffling its schedule for The Chelsea Flower Show coverage; the programme is typically broadcast on weekdays at 7 pm on BBC One. The announcement of the change came during Thursday's episode when fill-in host Angellica Bell became emotional while paying tribute to a charitable individual during the One Big Thank You segment. The programme honoured Carole Hughes of Stamford who, alongside her husband Rob, established the charity Anna's Hope in memory of their daughter, Anna, who tragically passed away at three years old from a brain tumour. Only weeks after losing Anna, Carole and Rob set up the charity to fund specialist occupational, physical, and speech and language therapy for children affected by brain tumours. As a special gesture of appreciation for her tireless efforts, Angellica and Joanna Lumley granted Carole a memorable surprise by naming a flower after her daughter at The Chelsea Flower Show.
Wales Online
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
The One Show's Alex Jones says 'oh no' as guest lets slip BBC series 'huge twist'
The One Show's Alex Jones says 'oh no' as guest lets slip BBC series 'huge twist' Alex Jones and Roman Kemp were back on The One Show when they chatted to Welsh star Sian Gibson about the return of her comedy series Welsh a actress Sian Gibson joined the latest edition of The One Show, chatting about her hit BBC comedy series The Power of Parker's come back when she accidentally revealed a "huge twist". Alongside her fellow actor Conleth Hill, Sian was there to spill the beans on the second series of their show that premiered in 2023. Set in 1990s Stockport, it weaves the tale of Martin Parker (played by Hill), who struggles to balance his mounting debts, familial duties to his wife (portrayed by Rosie Cavaliero), and his clandestine affair with Kath. During the conversation with hosts Alex Jones and Roman Kemp, viewers learnt from Conleth that upon returning to the programme, Martin has experienced a "huge fall from grace", which is, according to him, exacerbated by Kath. Alex Jones and Roman Kemp chatted to Sian and Conleth (Image: (Image: BBC) ) But it was Sian who jumped in saying: "Kath makes everything worse but there's lots of twists and turns and there's a huge twist in one of the episodes which means that Kath and Diane, her sister, played by lovely Rose Cavaliero, and Martin all have to work together." Alex swiftly jumped in to prevent any further spoilers with an exasperated "Oh no!" as Sian confessed: "But we can't say what happens," reports the Express. Article continues below Sian, also known for her role in Peter Kay's Car Share, divulged that while her character Kath now lives with Martin, she has started to doubt their relationship, lamenting that he has "lost his sparkle" and swapped his suits for fleeces. In hopes of rekindling that lost charm, Kath pushes Martin towards returning to work. The sitcom, located within the confines of an electronics retailer, brought about shared laughter between hosts Alex and Roman as co-creator Sian confessed her fondness for such stores. She reminisced: "Do you remember in the olden days if you wanted a kettle you had to go to one shop for everything electrical, you couldn't shop around. It were magical, these places with everything there." Sian Gibson appeared on The One Show to talk about The Power of Parker (Image: (Image: BBC) ) The One Show's Monday episode followed an unexpected hiatus the previous Friday due to a significant reshuffle of the BBC schedule. Ordinarily broadcast every weekday at 7pm on BBC One, the popular show was displaced by The Chelsea Flower Show coverage on Friday, May 23. The shift in scheduling was announced during Thursday's edition of the show when Angellica Bell, stepping in as host, held back tears after they celebrated a charity worker in the One Big Thank You feature. Article continues below Carole Hughes from Stamford's three-year-old daughter Anna died from a brain tumour and the programme shared the touching story of how Carole, alongside her husband Rob, founded Anna's Hope in tribute to their child. Their organisation aids in securing specialised therapies, such as occupational, physiotherapy, and speech and language sessions for youngsters affected by brain tumours. In an act of gratitude and recognition for Carole's dedication, she was greeted by none other than Angellica and Joanna Lumley with a uniquely named flower dedicated to Anna at The Chelsea Flower Show. The One Show airs weeknights on BBC One at 7pm
Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
BBC show cancelled TONIGHT in schedule shake-up as Helen Skelton lands TV special amid Gethin Jones romance rumours
A special documentary and coverage of live events has taken over BBC One's schedule off air BBC show cancelled TONIGHT in schedule shake-up as Helen Skelton lands TV special amid Gethin Jones romance rumours Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A POPULAR BBC show has been pulled off the air tonight as part of a schedule shake-up. Fans hoping to tune into The One Show will be left bitterly disappointed as the magazine show has been taken off-screens this evening. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 The One Show has been pulled off air tonight Credit: BBC 4 Helen Skelton will have a documentary on air instead Credit: Instagram 4 Before Chelsea Flower Show coverage takes over Credit: Getty The show, hosted by Alex Jones and Roman Kemp, will not air today after being given the boot from its usual 7pm timeslot on BBC One. The BBC will instead be broadcasting a special documentary starring Helen Skelton followed by coverage of the Chelsea Flower Show. Helen's Lost and Found in the Lakes will air in The One Show's slot followed by a 30-minute special from the Chelsea Flower Show. Coverage of the flower show will then continue on BBC Two at 8pm. Sophie Raworth and Adam Frost will be heading up the coverage as the week-long event draws to a close. Last night, hosts Angellica Bell and Roman addressed the shake-ups as they confirmed that with many special events taking place on Friday, the BBC had shuffled around their programmes to accommodate them. CBB star Angellica said: "We're not on tomorrow as we're making way for The Chelsea Flower Show." As Roman added: "And if you're looking for great live music, don't miss Radio 1's Big Weekend, which kicks off in Liverpool tomorrow with non-stop coverage on BBC Radio 1, BBC Sounds and BBC iPlayer." He also confirmed that Monday's edition of The One Show would be subject to a shake-up as it has been brought forward to air at 6:30pm instead of 7pm. Instead of The One Show, viewers of the Beeb will get to see Helen Skelton on air in her documentary in the Lake District. Mortified Alex Jones apologises to David Tennant on The One Show after he calls her out for dropping huge spoiler The airing of the show comes amid romance rumours for the TV star after insiders reported she had grown close to her Morning Live co-star Gethin Jones. Helen was snapped with her arms around Gethin's waist as she rode his motorcycle on the way to a breakfast date in Manchester city centre yesterday morning. Fans have been speculating the pair are more than just friends recently and an insider claimed sparks are flying behind the scenes. Gethin added to the rumours recently when he called Helen "superwoman" in an Instagram post following their 24 hour non-stop roller-skating marathon for Comic Relief. It is understood the pair have been spending an increasing amount of time together outside of the studio. A source told MailOnline: "Helen and Gethin have an extremely close working relationship and there's a feeling in recent months their friendship has blossomed into a deeper connection. "They're both keen to keep a lid on it to avoid public scrutiny but there's no denying their closeness both on and off screen."
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
BBC show cancelled TONIGHT in schedule shake-up as Helen Skelton lands TV special amid Gethin Jones romance rumours
A POPULAR BBC show has been pulled off the air tonight as part of a schedule shake-up. Fans hoping to tune into The One Show will be left bitterly disappointed as the magazine show has been taken off-screens this evening. 4 The One Show has been pulled off air tonight Credit: BBC 4 Helen Skelton will have a documentary on air instead Credit: Instagram 4 Before Chelsea Flower Show coverage takes over Credit: Getty The show, hosted by The BBC will instead be broadcasting a special documentary starring Chelsea Flower Show. Helen's Lost and Found in the Lakes will air in The One Show's slot followed by a 30-minute special from the Chelsea Flower Show. Coverage of the flower show will then continue on BBC Two at 8pm. Read More on The One Show Sophie Raworth and Adam Frost will be heading up the coverage as the week-long event draws to a close. Last night, hosts Angellica Bell and Roman addressed the shake-ups as they confirmed that with many special events taking place on Friday, the BBC had shuffled around their programmes to accommodate them. CBB star Angellica said: "We're not on tomorrow as we're making way for The Chelsea Flower Show." As Roman added: "And if you're looking for great live music, don't miss Radio 1's Big Weekend, which kicks off in Liverpool tomorrow with non-stop coverage on BBC Radio 1, BBC Sounds and BBC iPlayer." Most read in News TV He also confirmed that Monday's edition of The One Show would be subject to a shake-up as it has been brought forward to air at 6:30pm instead of 7pm. Instead of The One Show, viewers of the Beeb will get to see Helen Skelton on air in her documentary in the Lake District. Mortified Alex Jones apologises to David Tennant on The One Show after he calls her out for dropping huge spoiler The airing of the show comes amid romance rumours for the TV star after insiders reported she had grown close to her Morning Live co-star Helen was snapped Fans have been speculating the pair are more than just friends recently and an Gethin added to the rumours recently when It is understood the pair have been spending an increasing amount of time together outside of the studio. A source told "They're both keen to keep a lid on it to avoid public scrutiny but there's no denying their closeness both on and off screen." The One Show hosts past and present The One Show has had a number of presenters since it launched in 2006 - but who are they? Current Ronan Keating - After stints of X-Factor and The Voice: Australia, Boyzone star Ronan swapped singing for chatting, also joining The One Show in 2021. Guest The One Show also has a number of relief and guest presenters. They are: Retired gymnast Former Welsh rugby union player and BBC Radio 2 Breakfast host Former ballet dancer Newsround presenter Ore Oduba (2015—present) Former politician and This Morning star Watchdog's Irish presenter and Today star Presenter and X-Factor star Rylan Clark (2019—present) Former professional footballer and Strictly star McFly drummer Past Previous presenters of The One Show include ITV sports journalist Adrian Chilies (2006-2010), TV chef 4 Helen and Gethin have been hit with romance rumours this week Credit: BBC
