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UK - November 24, 2025•Roll Nine Productions•

Abandoned Mines and Men’s Mental Health Film Wins Prestigious Award at World-Renowned Kendal Mountain Festival

Best Adventure & Exploration Film: Forgotten Mines and the Men Redefining Adventure The Lost Boys of Carbis Bay, a powerful new documentary from Director Dan Simpkins and Editor Angus Breton with support from MANUP? and Roll Nine Producer Kirsty Malcolm, has won a top award at the prestigious Kendal Mountain Festival, one of the world’s leading celebrations of adventure, exploration and storytelling. Selected from over 600 international submissions, the film was recognised for its deeply moving

Abandoned Mines and Men’s Mental Health Film Wins Prestigious Award at World-Renowned Kendal Mountain Festival
LONDON, ENGLAND - 18th October 2025•AmbitionPR•

New Book, C.O.U.R.A.G.E., reveals how to lead an authentic life free from regret

There are moments in life when a person knows exactly what they should do, yet hesitation holds them back. They freeze in the face of challenge, stay silent when they should speak, and watch opportunities for greatness slip away. Then comes the regret, the quiet question of what if? Within every individual lies a superpower that can change everything - the power to act boldly and live authentically, even in the presence of fear. That power is courage, the key that unlocks an extraordinary life.

New Book, C.O.U.R.A.G.E., reveals how to lead an authentic life free from regret
20th November 2025•pretender productions•

New theatre show One December Night

One December Night A tale to haunt your Christmas happily, and warm your heart. A new play for Christmas 2025 by Thomas Baxter. Following on from its success of “The Actor With A Thousand Faces”in summer 25,Pretender Productions is delighted introduce “One December Night” a brand new play for Christmas 2025. At the Crescent Theatre Birmingham 07/12/25 at 7.30pm. Starring Aimee Gebhard and Thomas Baxter. Ticket are available from the box office or scan the qr code attached. One December Night We’

New theatre show One December Night
UK, 14 November 2025•Roll Nine•

UK Surf Cinema Tour Breaks Expectations With Packed-Out Screens as Tour Continues Across the Nation

UK Surf Cinema Tour Breaks Expectations With Packed-Out Screens as Tour Continues Across the Nation What began as a grassroots surf-film night is now drawing packed audiences across England and Wales, with upcoming stops in Swansea and Bournemouth before the tour heads north. This new surf film tour will bring powerful stories of surf, resilience, and community to more than 17 cinemas across England, Wales, and Scotland, with stops from Cromer and Newcastle and up to Edinburgh and beyond. What s

UK Surf Cinema Tour Breaks Expectations With Packed-Out Screens as Tour Continues Across the Nation
BIRMINGHAM, UK, November 14, 2025•Iconica•

I Ain’t No Herb Jackson Studios Announces Partnership with Birmingham Film Festival

I Ain’t No Herb Jackson Studios is proud to announce a partnership with the Birmingham Film Festival, a 10-day event in the United Kingdom that celebrates and showcases professional and independent films from around the world. I Ain’t No Herb Jackson Studios will serve as a sponsor for the event, with which the production company has a longstanding relationship. Founder, Herb Jackson Jr, will also present several awards at the culminating gala, celebrating a variety of feats within the film indu

I Ain’t No Herb Jackson Studios Announces Partnership with Birmingham Film Festival
LONDON, UK - November 11, 2025•Tuesday Media•

Comedian Em Stroud Brings Her Hit One-Woman Show Tales from a Little Laughing Lesbian Back to London This November

Following a sell-out preview last year, comedian and performer Em Stroud returns to the capital this November with the next leg of her acclaimed UK tour, The Em Show: Tales from a Little Laughing Lesbian. The show runs from 19-21 November 2025 at The Courtyard Theatre, Hackney, before continuing its UK tour. The latest instalment in a trilogy of shows inspired by Em’s own life, The Em Show: Tales from a Little Laughing Lesbian is a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of what happens when we stop

Comedian Em Stroud Brings Her Hit One-Woman Show Tales from a Little Laughing Lesbian Back to London This November
NOTTINGHAM, UK - November 5 2025•The Tonic Communications•

Nottingham charity reveals world-first model of shared leadership

While Britain grapples with cultural division, a creative hub in Nottingham has proven how a diverse community where more than 52 languages are spoken can be a united force for positive change Nottingham’s New Art Exchange (NAE) is the first cultural institution in the world to adopt a permanent citizen assembly to lead the organisation - with transformational results it is now championing nationally and internationally. The registered charity, the UK’s largest gallery dedicated to contemporary

Nottingham charity reveals world-first model of shared leadership
Newcastle upon Tyne - November 4,2025•[email protected]•

Festival of The Girl Selects the North East to Host Its First Event Outside the Capital in Partnership With NorthStandard

Breaking new ground beyond the capital, the not-for-profit organisation founded in 2019 to challenge gender stereotypes and empower young girls, Festival of The Girl, has announced its first-ever event outside London. Scheduled for March 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, the event is being delivered in partnership with Newcastle-based global marine insurer, NorthStandard. Designed for primary school aged girls and their families, including siblings of any gender, the event will take place on Sunday,

Festival of The Girl Selects the North East to Host Its First Event Outside the Capital in Partnership With NorthStandard
SUFFOLK, UK, 29.10.2025•The Dog That Couldn’t Bark Films•

Maureen Lipman wins award for gritty new film role

The Dog That Couldn’t Bark, a film shot and produced entirely in Suffolk, has scooped Dame Maureen Lipman an award at the acclaimed NEIFF (North Eastern International Film Festival). Dame Maureen picked up the ‘Best Performance’ gong for her portrayal of Rebecca, an elderly woman who shares a deathbed secret with her palliative care nurse. The film, written and co-produced by Suffolk resident, Paul Rainbird, was up against tough opposition at the festival held in the north east which annually at

Maureen Lipman wins award for gritty new film role
Northamptonshire - Mon 27th October 2025•Rockin’em•

UK Rock ‘n’ Roll Trio Shines on International TV as Rockin’em Rocks Supertalent with Four Yeses!

Grab your blue suede shoes and get ready to rock’n’roll! Rockin’em, the 50s-style rock ‘n’ roll trio from Kettering, Northamptonshire thrilled viewers on Croatias version of Britains Got Talent titled SUPERTALENT this Sunday evening, performing their energetic show on national television, earning a unanimous four yeses from the judges in their unforgettable audition on Croatia’s premier talent show. Featuring father and son, Kev and Dion Marlow and long term friend and drummer Andy Osborne, the

UK Rock ‘n’ Roll Trio Shines on International TV as Rockin’em Rocks Supertalent with Four Yeses!
NORTH SHIELDS, UK - October 24, 2025•White Hot Communications•

By The Lido Wall : A new installation by Kitty McKay at Globe Gallery, North Shields

A new installation by Kitty McKay at Globe Gallery, North Shields Curated by Rashida Davison and Kitty McKay Part of the Threads of Time programme | Supported by Historic England On view now at Globe Gallery, North Shields A nostalgic Plasticine reimagining of a lost community landmark Contemporary artist Kitty McKay unveils her most ambitious project to date with By The Lido Wall, a major new installation at Globe Gallery in North Shields. Known for her playful and innovative use of Plasticine,

By The Lido Wall : A new installation by Kitty McKay at Globe Gallery, North Shields
Newcastle upon Tyne - November 4, 2025•White Hot Communications•

Andrea Riseborough And Brenda Blethyn To Appear At Tyneside Cinema For Exclusive Q&a Screening Of “Dragonfly”

Tyneside Cinema is proud to present a special event next month - a screening of the haunting social-realist thriller Dragonfly followed by a live Q&A with celebrated actors Andrea Riseborough (Good Boy, Lee), director Paul Andrew Williams and Brenda Blethyn (Vera, Pride And Prejudice). Tickets are now available at the cinema’s box office and online. This event offers the opportunity to hear directly from some of Britain’s most versatile actors and the film’s director about the making of Dragonfl

Andrea Riseborough And Brenda Blethyn To Appear At Tyneside Cinema For Exclusive Q&a Screening Of “Dragonfly”
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New Wall Art from Beach House Art Pays Homage to Maritime Industry

Vintage ships, giant whales and nautical motifs take centre stage in an eclectic new wall art collection from creative studio Beach House Art. Introducing Coastal Folk. Inspired by heritage ships, marine prints and classic sailing themes, the 10-strong Coastal Folk collection plays homage to the maritime industry of old. From racing schooners to tall ships, the collection is packed with timeless prints that will bring a nautical charm to interiors. Brian MacShane, Creative Director of Beach Hous

New Wall Art from Beach House Art Pays Homage to Maritime Industry
London, UK - October 20, 2025•Dialogue [London] Limited•

“From My Yard to Your Yard” Podcast Chosen for Official Selection at Aesthetica Short Film Festival 2025

Clayton M. Coke FRSA, acclaimed podcast host and producer, is thrilled to announce that his podcast, From My Yard To Your Yard, has been selected for the Official Selection at the prestigious Aesthetica Short Film Festival (ASFF) 2025. The podcast will be showcased in the festival’s Podcast Lounge from November 5-9 2025 in York, UK, offering audiences a powerful exploration of the Windrush Generation’s legacy. From My Yard To Your Yard is a deeply personal oral history St. Elizabeth in rural Jam

“From My Yard to Your Yard” Podcast Chosen for Official Selection at Aesthetica Short Film Festival 2025
London- October 15, 2025•Chocolate PR•

Belmond Trains Honour the Art of Hospitality with New Uniforms by London Based JSD

Jermyn Street Design (JSD), the B Corp London-based supplier of custom uniforms and ethical workwear has celebrated launching a new range of uniforms set to shine on The British Pullman as Belmond Trains invest in keeping the art of luxury alive. Honouring the heritage of hospitality from days gone by, as well as embracing new technologies to further enhance wearer experience, the new uniforms offer a progressive blend of old vs new. The impact of the uniforms is immediate when stepping aboard a

Belmond Trains Honour the Art of Hospitality with New Uniforms by London Based JSD
Croydon, London- October 14th, 2025•Number Nine Communications•

Stars Shine Bright at the 2025 Charles Gordon Awards Celebrating Talent, Community, and Culture in Croydon

The Charles Gordon Awards 2025 brought together an incredible lineup of celebrities, community leaders, and creative talent to honour excellence and positive impact across the arts, business, and local initiatives. The prestigious event, held in the heart of Croydon, showcased the borough’s thriving cultural scene and its commitment to uplifting both established and emerging voices. The red carpet was graced by a host of household names, including Levi Roots, Richard Blackwood, Aml Ameen, Zeze M

Stars Shine Bright at the 2025 Charles Gordon Awards Celebrating Talent, Community, and Culture in Croydon
Newcastle Upon Tyne - October 10. 2025•Scotswood Showbar•

The Toon Gets A New Stage: Scotswood Showbar Opens October 17th

A fierce, fun, and fabulous new venue lands in the heart of Newcastle. Newcastle’s nightlife is about to get a glow-up. Scotswood Showbar, located at 78-82 Scotswood Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 7JH, is officially opening its doors on Friday, October 17th at 7PM - and it’s bringing glitz, glam, and show-stopping talent with it. Just minutes from Central Station and the Utilita Arena, this bold new venue is more than a bar - it’s a safe, inclusive space where everyone is welcome and every night is

The Toon Gets A New Stage: Scotswood Showbar Opens October 17th
London, UK -September 10, 2025•WDO Press Office, London, UK•

World Diplomatic Organization (WDO) Announces Landmark Summit and Flag-Raising Ceremony to Unite Nations in Historic Peace and Unity Festival

The World Diplomatic Organization (WDO) has announced the inaugural World Diplomatic Summit 2026, set to take place in London next July. The summit will be the largest diplomatic gathering in modern history, engaging representatives from all 195 WDO member countries, including diplomats, special envoys, foreign affairs ministries, embassies, and international organizations. The event is designed to foster global peace, multilateral cooperation, and humanitarian unity through high-level forums, c

World Diplomatic Organization (WDO) Announces Landmark Summit and Flag-Raising Ceremony to Unite Nations in Historic Peace and Unity Festival
Coventry, UK - 2 October 2025•www.ashfordmenezes.com•

Festival-Nominated Fraud Awareness Series ‘Scams Unmasked’ Expands to Dedicated Channel with Weekly Premieres from 10 October

Fraud emails often go unread, but stories stay with us. That’s the premise behind Scams Unmasked, a documentary-style video series created by Coventry-based filmmaker and former banker Ashford Menezes, which brings fraud cases to the screen in short, cinematic episodes. The series, nominated for three awards including Best Online Content at the upcoming Birmingham Film Festival 2025, will now premiere weekly episodes every Friday from 10th October 2025 on a dedicated YouTube channel created spec

Festival-Nominated Fraud Awareness Series ‘Scams Unmasked’ Expands to Dedicated Channel with Weekly Premieres from 10 October
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Beach House Art Frames Intricate Shells in Bold Backdrops

Coastal-inspired art studio Beach House Art is putting a fresh spin on its original artwork in two reimagined collections. The studio has taken its original shell collection, hand-painted by Beach House Art’s Creative Director Brian MacShane, and created two distinctive new takes. The first uses bold coastal stripes to frame the intricately-detailed shells. Available in a range of colourways, including a sea blue and on-trend moss green, the striped prints bring a joyful rhythm and character to

Beach House Art Frames Intricate Shells in Bold Backdrops
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