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Another amazing rollercoaster at Alton Towers
23 Sep

22 Awesome Facts About Alton Towers

If you’re a thrill seeker or an adrenalin addict Alton Towers Resort is the place for you. With a fascinating history behind it, the Alton Towers theme park in Staffordshire is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the UK. Inspired by Disneyland, the modern park has been a home of fun, entertainment, and …
Facts about the Adriatic Sea
23 Sep

23 Astonishing Facts About The Adriatic Sea

The Adriatic Sea sparkles calm and clear, with an intoxicating blue colour.  Warm, and yet refreshing and peaceful enough to hear your own thoughts by the shore! The tamest beaches are made of round pebbles, and the wildest one of rocks, thus the beautiful see-through water. But that’s not all! There’s so much more to …
facts about salt
23 Sep

12 Simple Facts About Salt

Salt, sodium – whatever you may wish to call it – has a strong presence in our lives. It is a natural substance, and many use it to add flavour to food and dishes. It’s also present in a whole host of foodstuffs we buy straight out of the supermarket. However, it is a resource …
interesting facts about Cornwall
22 Sep

40 Fun Facts About Cornwall

Rugged, rural and crammed with history, Cornwall is one of the most popular holiday resorts in the whole of the UK.  But how much do we really know about the county? Before you go on a rambling holiday or tuck into any of the famous local ice cream, be sure to make room for these …
facts about warthogs 6
22 Sep

25 Wonderful Facts About Warthogs

If your knowledge of the warthog starts and ends with ‘The Lion King’, it’s time to clue yourself up! While not the prettiest of creatures, these tusked beasts are some of the most fascinating you’ll find in the wild. It’s well worth keeping your distance, as they’re fairly dangerous. Take a look at these 25 …
Barcelona Facts
22 Sep

12 Brilliant Facts About Barcelona

Barcelona might not be the capital of Spain, but this vibrant city of culture and charm remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in the nation. Not only that, but it’s both picturesque and memorable – and with plenty of history well worth tuning into. How much do you know about this city? Let’s …
Facts about Judaism
21 Sep

22 Joyous Facts About Judaism

Judaism is an Abrahamic religion that originated approximately 3,500 years ago in the Middle East dating back to the time of Abraham. Let’s take a closer look at some more interesting facts about Judaism. 1. The religion travels down bloodlines. In traditional Jewish law, any child born to a Jewish mother is also Jewish. 2. …
nutrition facts about tuna
21 Sep

12 Tasty Facts About Tuna

Canned tuna is some of the most popular supermarket food you can buy in the West. It is affordable, comes in a variety of types and flavours, and is very easy to prepare. You can simply open a can and make yourself a healthy sandwich with minimal effort! It goes wonderfully with sweetcorn and mayonnaise. …
facts about losing weight
20 Sep

11 Facts About Weight Loss That Actually Work

Millions of people are on a journey to lose weight every single day.  Weight loss isn’t just about looking good and feeling good on the outside, it’s about making sure you are fit and healthy for the years to come! However, there are plenty of facts and figures surrounding weight loss, and it’s worth remembering …
Interesting facts about the Everglades
20 Sep

11 Wild Facts About The Florida Everglades

No matter where you are in the US, there are always likely to be a few stunning national park scenes that you can head to for a walk or two. The Florida Everglades provide some of the most spectacular wetland and waterside scenes you’ll find at this end of the country. Known as ‘croc country’ …
Pompeii
20 Sep

11 Profound Facts About Pompeii

The ancient Italian city of Pompeii, of course, is well known for having fallen to an ancient disaster. Specifically, the area was covered in and destroyed by a wave of ash and rocks following a volcanic eruption. Therefore, it’s likely to be a name you already recognise from history classes! However, there is still likely …
nutrition facts for honey
19 Sep

13 Nutrition Facts About Honey

Honey is one of the most delicious natural foodstuff you’ll find. It’s never advisable that you steal it straight out of a beehive, however, there are plenty of ways you can sample the delicious, sticky sweet stuff. But just how healthy is honey on the whole? In this quick fact file, we are going to …