It is every motorcycle enthusiasts dream
- chasing down the rumor of an old bike thats been here for years & finding a genuine
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Vincent OBrien is a horse-racing legend. Recently voted horse racings greatest of all time ahead of familiar names like Lester Piggott the Queen Mother & Sheikh Mohammed OBrien won every race that matters in Britain & Ireland over his fifty-year career & is without doubt the best & most versatile racehorse trainer the sport has ever known. OBrien is the only man to have trained three consecutive Grand National winners. He won three consecutive Gold Cups & three consecutive Champion Hurdles. He has had extraordinary success in flat racing too
- six Derby winners three winners of the Prix de l Arc de Triomphe three King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes winners & twenty-five races at Royal Ascot. He trained some of the best-known racehorses in the history of the sport
- including Nijinsky winner of the Triple Crown in 1970. His life has been a fascinating one. From humble beginnings in County Cork he chose to train racehorses as his career
- much to the benefit of the sport
- & went on to create the legendary Ballydoyle Stables. Here his extraordinary story is told by his wife Jacqueline & distinguished racing writer Ivor Herbert. Lavishly illustrated with her personal & public photographs that span his amazing life this book is a must for anyone with an interest in horses or racing.



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Tracing the arc of van Goghs career this volume presents his portraits & self-portraits landscapes & haunting interiors. Readers will learn details of van Goghs complicated personal life including his struggles with mental illness & his close but difficult relationship with his brother Theo. Also included here are an anthology of paintings information on the museums where they reside a timeline of the painters personal & artistic highlights & bibliography. Overflowing with impeccably reproduced images this book offers full-page spreads of masterpieces as well as highlights of smaller details
- allowing the viewer to appreciate every aspect of the artists technique & oeuvre. Chronologically arranged the book covers important biographical & historic events that reflect the latest scholarship. Additional information

Includes:: a list of works timeline & suggestions for further reading.


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Vinegar may not be the first thing that springs to mind when you need to get rid of a stubborn wine stain or soothe a tickly cough but this ancient cupboard staple is regaining its rightful place as a cheap versatile & environmentally friendly solution to many household tasks. This invaluable book has sections on how to use vinegar in the laundry DIY gardening health & beauty pet care & of course in the kitchen. Hundreds of hints tips advice & recipes are provided in a clear accessible style. Attractively illustrated this brilliant little book is a visual treat as well as an invaluable practical aid. ...

The first half of this volume covers the history folklore & science of vinegar before moving on to a thorough guide to its many varieties. Find out how to treat many ailments & how to care for your skin & hair before learning how to mix your own natural pesticides limescale removers & furniture restorers. Blend relishes & vinaigrettes & whip up salads & pasta dishes with 60 simple recipes. The second section looks at the history & traditions surrounding oil & its production. Read about over twenty types of oil then see how it can act as a massage aid protect against cardiovascular disease & cancer treat dry skin & hair polish furniture & fix creaky hinges. In the kitchen find out how to make use of the many types of oil in a variety of culinary techniques & recipes. ...

Youll be amazed at the skill effort & experience it takes to produce a quality wine. Enjoy a tour of the vineyard including how vines are grown on a commercial scale; history of the vineyard; winemaking in the UK & the history of the estate. You will also learn about the winemakers art during a tour of the winery. Following this will typically be a chance to taste several of the wines available on the day & then sit down to a cold buffet lunch. On conclusion you will be presented with a bottle of complimentary wine per couple as a souvenir of your winery visit. Programmes vary depending on the location. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "


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Discover an English working vineyard Chiltern Valley has produced an increasing range of fine award-winning English wines to delight the eye & excite the palate. With over 70 trophies awards & commendations in blind-tasted national & international competitions the wines have been rated amongst the finest in the world & have gained an enviable reputation for quality both here & abroad. You will have the opportunity to taste some of the finest English wines & a selection of superb cask & bottle conditioned ales & liqueurs at Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery. It is guaranteed to be a memorable experience! Your experience will include a tour around the winery brewery & liqueur production facilities grape pressing bottling & labelling plant. This will be followed by a tutored tasting of a selection of the wines ales & liqueurs. The wine tasting will consist of at least three wines one sparkling & two whites. You will also sample ales. Any item can then be purchased in the cellar shop with a home delivery service available if required. ...

Did you know that England produces its very own award-winning wines? This is an ideal opportunity to find out about the English wine industry by enjoying a tour of one of England&8217;s finest vineyards followed by a tasting session. An experienced guide will explain the history of English wine; how vines are grown on a commercial scale; the methods used at the vineyard; the reasons for the choice of grapes grown & the processes behind the production of wines. To complete the experience you will taste a selection of the wines made at the vineyard. Many locations have a cafe or restaurant & shop where you can make the most of your experience & perhaps treat yourself to a bottle or two of wine to take home. ...

Do fairytale dresses bring fairytale endings? Every dress has a history so does Phoebe! Phoebe always dreamt of opening her own vintage dress shop. She imagined every detail from the Vivienne Westwood bustiers hanging next to satin gowns to sequinned cupcake dresses adorning the walls. At the launch of Village Vintage Phoebe feels the tingle of excitement as customers snap up the fairytale dresses. Her dream has come true but a secret from her past is casting a shadow over her new venture. Then one day she meets Therese an elderly Frenchwoman with a collection to sell apart from one piece that she won't part with! As Therese tells the story of the little blue coat Phoebe feels a profound connection with her own life one that will help her heal the pain of her past & allow her to love again. ...

England
- perhaps more than anywhere
- is home to many excellent vintage & antiques fairs from sprawling events attracting buyers

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