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Monuments such as Stonehenge show how old human settlement in Britain is. Celtic peoples lived here before the Romans made much of the island the province of Britannia. After Roman rule ended, Anglo-Saxon kingdoms emerg…

Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in Isles…

Almost every neighbourhood is home to people with many different first languages. In a language exchange two people learn from each other: half an hour in one language, half an hour in the other. Real friendships often …

Where do you actually meet up when you don't want to stay at home all the time? Youth centre, skate park, library or the meadow by the river: every place has its spots. Which hangouts in Isles of Scilly can you recommen…

Your first own money disappears fast if you're not careful. A simple trick: write down everything you spend for one month, and you'll see where it goes. Put a small amount aside at the start of each month before buying …

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Isles of Scilly, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Isles of Scilly do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved here!

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Isles of Scilly? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking for. Ever…

=== St Mary's === 1 Isles of Scilly Museum, Church Street, St Mary's TR21 0JT, ☏ +44 1720 422337. Easter-Sep Mon-Fri 10AM-4:30PM; Sat 10AM-noon; Oct-Good Fri Mon-Sat 10AM-noon. It's an ill wind: the gales of winter 1962…

=== Early history === The islands may correspond to the Cassiterides ("Tin Isles"), believed by some to have been visited by the Phoenicians and mentioned by the Greeks. While Cornwall is an ancient tin-mining region, …

The Isles of Scilly (, SIL-ee; Cornish: Syllan) are a small archipelago in Cornwall, England, approximately 45 km (28 mi) south-west of Land's End. One of the islands, St Agnes, is over four miles (six kilometres) furth…

A street party brings together people who otherwise just walk past each other. Check early with the council whether you need permission, share out tasks like tables, music and activities for kids, and everyone brings so…

A wobbly chair, a toaster that's given up, trousers with a hole: plenty can be saved with a little skill. At a repair meetup people bring their broken things and work out a fix together with handy neighbours. Can you re…

Strong, unique passwords and two-factor login protect your accounts better than anything else. Before you post, ask yourself if you'd still be fine with it in five years, and never share addresses or locations with stra…

Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…

Every place has spots only locals know: a bench with a view, a courtyard full of flowers, a little path along the water. Which hidden corner of City of London would you show a newcomer? Let us in on the secret!

Parents and grandparents know it well: not all playgrounds are equal. Which playground in City of London is your favourite, and why? Share your tips with other families!

Football, table tennis, swimming or a walking group: clubs are often the best way to meet people. Which club are you part of in City of London, and are you looking for new members? Give your club a quick shout-out!

London Gay Pride 2012 / World Pride taken in Trafalgar Square.

London Gay Pride 2012 / World Pride taken in Trafalgar Square.