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Diana Ross at Glastonbury.

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The property was bought by Gifford’s parents in 1921.

Woman sells her childhood home bought 102 years ago for £200

Author JK Rowling with pupils  from Millfield Preparatory School  in 1999

Librarian discovers forgotten Harry Potter books signed by JK Rowling

A general view of the waterfront in Kirkwall on September 6, 2021

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“Reckless” motorist clocked doing 128mph on an icy duel carriageway

Double decker bus overturns and leads to ‘high number’ of injuries

The scene on the A39 Quantock Road in Bridgwater after a double-decker bus overturned in a crash involving a motorcycle. Picture date: Tuesday January 17, 2023.

Double-decker bus carrying 70 people overturns on A39

Shane Burger will leave his position as Scotland head coach and head to Somerset.

Scotland search for new cricket head coach as Burger departs for Somerset

Kerry Collinson, 51, decided to ruthlessly cut back on her gas and electric bill as she saw prices soar.

Woman pays £10 a month for electricity thanks to these thrifty hacks

British musician Sir Elton John performs onstage during the "Farewell Yellow Brick Road The Final Tour" at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. Picture: Suzanne Cordeiro/AFP via Getty Images

Sir Elton John to headline Glastonbury in final UK show of last ever tour

The crowd watches the Pet Shop Boys performing on The Other Stage at the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Picture date: Sunday June 26, 2022.

Music fans hit out as Glastonbury hikes price for festival ticket to £340

Paul McCartney performs on the Pyramid Stage stage during day four of Glastonbury Festival 2022 (Pic: Getty Images)

Eminem in talks to headline Glastonbury 2023 - how to buy tickets

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Butlin's Minehead - fun on site and Somerset and Devon beyond

US singer Billie Eilish performs in the headline slot on the Pyramid Stage during day three of Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm, Pilton on June 24, 2022 in Glastonbury, England. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Billie Eilish protests US abortion ruling during history-making Glastonbury set

Drivers get chance to have their car turned into a Hot Wheels model

People arrive on the first day of the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset. Picture date: Wednesday June 22, 2022.

11 pictures as Glastonbury Festival opens its gates

A statue of famous Dunfermline son Andrew Carnegie, located in the city's Pittencrieff Park, known locally as The Glen. Picture: Scott Reid

Comment: Proud moment as Dunfermline achieves new heights

Last year news broke chef Tom Kitchin, owner and head chef of the one Michelin star restaurant The Kitchin in Leith, suspended two members of staff and launched an investigation amid bullying and assault allegations from former employees.

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Red weather alert sees Charles cancel trip to Wales

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Trudy Hendy from Langford Lakes Christmas Tree Farm gives advice on your own Christmas wreath

Top tips on how to make your own Christmas wreath

Eighty-year-old Jane Dotchin on her annual adventure. Photo: Katielee Arrowsmith/SWNS

Partially-sighted pensioner, 81, on epic 600 mile horseback trek – without a map

Study reveals top ten places to go on road trips in the UK.

Beautiful Scottish route tops chart for ten best places in UK for road trip

Live at Worthy Farm will feature performances from the likes of Coldplay, HAIM and Wolf Alice (Photo: OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Live at Worthy Farm 2021 explained

Burnham & Berrow in Somerset was the winner of the inaugural psychological inclusivity award for 2020.

UK golf websites criticised for lacking inclusivity to women

SD is a sealant and cosmetic repair company for homeowners, housebuilders and commercial businesses with a Scottish base in Glasgow. Picture: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Sealant and repairs business looks to take on 50 workers in Glasgow

Here are the UK's most dangerous selfie hotspots

Butlin's reopens its camps with safety measures in place

Like every other ground in Scotland, Myreside – home of Watsonians – is deserted, with little prospect of rugby being played any time soon. Picture: SNS/SRU

Allan Massie: Normal life will have to return before contact sports can be playe...

Coronavirus has now killed 35 people in the UK. PIC: Getty/AFP.

Coronavirus: UK death toll rises to 35

Officials say a helicopter, three lifeboats, fire and ambulance crews and the police were all called after a third party rang in what they thought was serious trouble.

Family argument at Butlins lead to massive rescue operation

Noel Gallagher: No serious offer for Oasis reunion

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‘Slaves’ freed in inquiry into human trafficking

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Obituary: Lady Christian Bowman, aircraft factory worker and author

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Inquest rules landslide couple met instant death

Fears for missing woman after body found in car buried by landslide

Interview: Edgar Wright, film director

Inveresk warning as shares deadline looms

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Truth is one-third of people lie about sex, age and drinking

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Monarchs handed the title as Rebels fail at Birmingham

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First Minister Humza Yousaf during a visit to Castlebrae Community Campus in Edinburgh. Picture: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

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The last time Bruce Springsteen played in Edinburgh was in 1981 - and his loyal fans were delighted to welcome The Boss back to the Capital.

Springsteen at Murrayfield: A collective emotional experience for 60,000 fans

The first deals struck by the UK post-Brexit will come into force on Wednesday. Picture: AFP via Getty Images

Scotland’s producers deserve better than ‘rushed through’ UK trade deals

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