Ellen Kirwin

Tucked away in the Goyt Valley is a 'hidden gem' beauty spot, complete with stunning lakes, gardens and woodland - the perfect destination for a sunny day out.

The secluded beauty spot has a tea room and picturesque lakeside walks

I recently read that on average, adults laugh around 15 times a day - significantly less than the 300 times children laugh daily.

Children and adults who are young at heart are sure to love Lush's fully customisable parties

Outdoor experts have revealed the UK's best forests and one is right on Merseyside's doorstep

One of the very best forests to explore in the UK is not far from Liverpool. The stunning oasis of Delamere Forest has been named among the best in the country by Millets

Boris, a western chimpanzee who has been at the zoo for over 50 years, was put to sleep

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Chimpanzee Boris, 58, had been showing signs of age-related conditions in recent months and, despite receiving daily medication and geriatric care, his condition suddenly worsened

Boris, who was rescued from a New York pet shop, was instrumental in the creation of an international conservation breeding programme for western chimpanzees and fathered 22 offspring