WDPS in Walthamstow has engaging activities and a friendly WhatsApp group

Dear Simon, I was particularly interested in Sylvia Lee’s item on Cope’s Pools in Yesterday Remembered (Pools Party, December). I worked at the company’s offices in Edmonton, north London in 1966-67.

30-minute birder Amanda Tuke enjoys some slower birding on the south coast of England…

14 JANUARY

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From castles and street festivals to photo walks and portfolio reviews, the UK has hundreds of low-cost activities and resources to keep you inspired and active all year round. Tracy Calder chooses 40 of the best