Arthur’s archive

Our historian Keith discusses a flawed attempt by authorities half a century ago to introduce new laws for pike anglers

Keith fondly remembers a true character from the match fishing world of yesteryear

hings were moving somewhat slowly in Nottingham, as 1974 dissolved into 1975. Not just outside, where pit smoke still spiked the air, but inside the Palais nightclub. A 1920s revolving dancefloor move

Coombs & Son (Guildford) Ltd was among the very first Jaguar dealers, taking on the franchise in 1936 alongside a well-established Rover distributorship. The business had its origins in 19th-century w

Nick enjoys a glorious tribute, but leaves a bit ...

When I was aged 10, the farmers used to come round the schools to pick volunteers to work on the farms during the summer holidays, mainly to help bring in the harvest. The country was still building u