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Big Ben breaks free from scaffolding to reveal £80m restoration
WEBApr 1, 2022 · National landmark Big Ben has finally broken free of scaffolding to show its £80m, five-year restoration project. The Elizabeth Tower, better known as Big Ben, the bell that sits inside it, has ...
AFC Wimbledon: A look into the new Plough Lane stadium
WEBApr 27, 2021 · Kingsmeadow had a 4,850 capacity, just over half of the 9,215 that can fit inside the new Plough Lane. This new capacity gives AFC Wimbledon the chance to bring in new fans from the community, and ...
The man with the golden bicycle: Majestic Wimbledon cyclist up …
WEBThe flamboyant feathered cyclist who delights Wimbledon residents will be recognised with a Merton Community Award nomination this week.. The colourful Wimbledon-born character, referring to ...
Inside the brewhouse: The rise of Wimbledon Brewery
WEBSince the mid-2000’s, the craft beer industry has made an increasingly large dent in the profit margins of bigger chains. Budweiser’s market share has dropped to 6% domestically, a trend ...
Sutton United contact the EFL in hope of expanding their academy
WEBDec 7, 2021 · Sutton United are working to expand their academy structure in the wake of achieving a maiden promotion to the English Football League in May.. The academy is currently operating at category four ...
Legal aid with South West London Law Centres
WEBDec 6, 2021 · Legal aid is a fundamental pillar of a functioning justice system. It is government funding for the costs of legal advice to support those who cannot afford to pay themselves.
Prince Philip car crash – a look back at what happened
WEBApr 9, 2021 · In 2019, Prince Philip was involved in a serious car crash near Sandringham House which he escaped unharmed. Witnesses told the BBC at the time that the Land Rover being driven by Prince Philip ...
Paul McGee: Former Wimbledon star on why the club remains …
WEBJan 19, 2018 · Former Wimbledon star Paul McGee reflected fondly on his time at the Merton club and believes the team are set for a rise up the leagues. The popular winger played for the club between 1989 to ...
Why American sports continue to grow in popularity in the UK
WEBJul 8, 2021 · In a survey of 2,032 sports fans in the UK, conducted by the Good Form Group, a whopping 94% said they were aware of NFL games being played in the UK, compared to 54% for the NBA and 49% for the ...