Editorial Team | South West Connected https://swconnected.co.uk Hopping Between Hubs Tue, 27 Sep 2022 18:16:04 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.8 Top 10 most in-demand used cars revealed https://swconnected.co.uk/top-10-most-in-demand-used-cars-revealed/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-10-most-in-demand-used-cars-revealed Wed, 28 Sep 2022 08:02:22 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=132564 The top 10 most in-demand used cars have today been announced – revealing which cars drove the highest number of bids, and which attracted the highest prices on Motorway. Retro models including the Fiat 500 and MINI Cooper continue to top the charts decades after they were first launched, while EVs also continue their popularity charge. […]

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]]> The luxury used-cars selling for more than new https://swconnected.co.uk/the-luxury-used-cars-selling-for-more-than-new/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-luxury-used-cars-selling-for-more-than-new Thu, 21 Jul 2022 18:01:25 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=132079 Motorway has seen a rise in luxury used-cars retaining and growing in value, with many selling for more than the cost of a new model. According to 2022 sales data from the used-car marketplace, Porsche tops the list of best investment makes, closely followed by Bentley and Audi. Whilst previously a new car would lose […]

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]]> Be ready for the Solar Eclipse and other Astro events this summer! Astro-photographer offers top tips for scintillating shots! https://swconnected.co.uk/be-ready-for-the-solar-eclipse-and-other-astro-events-this-summer-astro-photographer-offers-top-tips-for-scintillating-shots/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=be-ready-for-the-solar-eclipse-and-other-astro-events-this-summer-astro-photographer-offers-top-tips-for-scintillating-shots Wed, 09 Jun 2021 14:01:02 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=127418 From the striking annual solar eclipse on 10th June to the strawberry supermoon on the 24th, this summer is set to have spectacular night skies that any budding astrophotography enthusiast won’t want to miss. Sony has partnered with Astro-photographer Andrew Whyte for a new series of marvellous night sky pictures, whilst also offering guidance on […]

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]]> Check your balls! Buzz Bingo launches Bingo ‘Ball’ Boxers https://swconnected.co.uk/check-your-balls-buzz-bingo-launches-bingo-ball-boxers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=check-your-balls-buzz-bingo-launches-bingo-ball-boxers Sun, 02 May 2021 11:59:33 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=126973 With Testicular Cancer Awareness Month drawing to a close on Friday, Buzz Bingo, the UK’s largest bingo operator, has launched a limited-edition collection of boxers – complete with a cheeky bingo ball themed design – to ensure that awareness around the disease continues well beyond this month. With around 2,300 men in the UK diagnosed […]

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]]> Instagram artist Paperboyo captures lockdown easing with incredible new picture https://swconnected.co.uk/instagram-artist-paperboyo-captures-lockdown-easing-with-incredible-new-picture/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=instagram-artist-paperboyo-captures-lockdown-easing-with-incredible-new-picture Sat, 24 Apr 2021 18:01:27 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=126838 Beautiful creative imagery is captured by Instagrammer @Paperboyo as he celebrates the easing of Covid-restrictions His first picture released post-lockdown sees a family reunited; transforming a set of stairs in London into this emotive visual. British photographer Rich McCor, aka  @Paperboyo releases new ‘reunion’ photo using his signature, story-telling paper ‘cut-outs’ creative. He captured the imaginative […]

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]]> Travel inspiration post lockdown: Top 10 destinations you would not believe are in the UK https://swconnected.co.uk/travel-inspiration-post-lockdown-top-10-destinations-you-would-not-believe-are-in-the-uk/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=travel-inspiration-post-lockdown-top-10-destinations-you-would-not-believe-are-in-the-uk Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:01:46 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=126400 New stunning photo series captured on the Xperia 5 II smartphone encourages the nation to see there is more on their doorstep than they realise! With us all looking ahead for 2021 travel inspiration once lockdown measures begin to relax; the top 10 lesser-known locations across the UK show we have more on our shores […]

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]]> Christmas dinner won’t be ruined, and the Queen’s Speech can wait. From catch up TV to voice assistants, advancements in tech have changed Christmas Day, for the better https://swconnected.co.uk/christmas-dinner-wont-be-ruined-and-the-queens-speech-can-wait-from-catch-up-tv-to-voice-assistants-advancements-in-tech-have-changed-christmas-day-for-the-better/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=christmas-dinner-wont-be-ruined-and-the-queens-speech-can-wait-from-catch-up-tv-to-voice-assistants-advancements-in-tech-have-changed-christmas-day-for-the-better Sat, 02 Jan 2021 06:01:14 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=125466 Over a quarter of us are happier to watch catch up TV and the thought of having more freedom and flexibility on Christmas day rather than rushing to have dinner finished so we’re ready for the Queen’s Speech at its scheduled time. Board Games have a nostalgic tradition in many households on the big day, […]

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]]> (Im)Perfect Pawtraits! This amazing photo series shows off pooch personalities as interest in re-homing pets during lockdown soars https://swconnected.co.uk/imperfect-pawtraits-this-amazing-photo-series-shows-off-pooch-personalities-as-interest-in-re-homing-pets-during-lockdown-soars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=imperfect-pawtraits-this-amazing-photo-series-shows-off-pooch-personalities-as-interest-in-re-homing-pets-during-lockdown-soars Wed, 02 Sep 2020 21:00:27 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=124502 Renowned photographer captures the characters of canines on Sony’s Xperia 1 II and teaches you how to take perfectly focused pawtraits Pet adoption has surged during lockdown with a 33% increase in requests for dogs at UK shelter All Dogs Matter From shrinking violets to confident canines, renowned animal photographer Liz Greggs has captured a […]

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]]> AN ALERNATIVE VARIATION OF THE LULU GUINNESS DESIGNER ‘BINGO’ BAG https://swconnected.co.uk/an-alernative-variation-of-the-lulu-guinness-designer-bingo-bag/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=an-alernative-variation-of-the-lulu-guinness-designer-bingo-bag Fri, 14 Aug 2020 06:00:39 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=124136 As the designer bag is now sold out, Buzz Bingo decided to make their own ‘version’ for £1.75! Buzz Bingo, the UK’s largest bingo operator, has recreated celeb-favourite Lulu Guinness’s famous Bibi bingo bag for a fraction of the price – £1.75 as opposed to the £175 designer version. The team at Buzz Bingo feel […]

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]]> The moment a newborn seal pup was photographed using Sony’s Animal Eye autofocus https://swconnected.co.uk/the-moment-a-newborn-seal-pup-was-photographed-using-sonys-animal-eye-autofocus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-moment-a-newborn-seal-pup-was-photographed-using-sonys-animal-eye-autofocus Mon, 30 Dec 2019 09:27:16 +0000 https://swconnected.co.uk/?p=120410 Photographer and Sony Europe Imaging Ambassador, Terry Donnelly used Sony’s Animal Eye AF and real time tracking camera features to take some lovely pictures of a seal colony in Donna Nook, Lincolnshire. Using Sony’s α7R IV camera, Terry was able to capture seals in their natural habitat recently, including the incredible moment a new-born pup […]

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