Articles written by Rosemary Gemmell

As Britain entered the 'swinging sixties', the radical change in culture with the new permissive society was reflected in the films of the period.

Feb 24, 2011 - Rosemary Gemmell

During the 1950s, British cinema audiences saw new types of comedy film introduced that offered slapstick fun and nostalgia.

Feb 21, 2011 - Rosemary Gemmell

By the 1950s, the British Cinema was showing films in distinctive genres, or categories, and two of the most popular were horror and crime.

Feb 19, 2011 - Rosemary Gemmell

Although the main summer flowering season is almost over by September, there are some plants that bloom right through to autumn.

Aug 11, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

The Punch and Judy show has been an integral part of the British seaside holiday for many years and was mentioned as early as the 17th century.

Jul 30, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

An attractive small seaside town situated on the northern Ayrshire coast, Largs is very popular with visitors from inner city towns like Glasgow.

Jul 19, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

One of Britain's most loved artists, L.S. Lowry was especially fond of Berwick-upon-Tweed, on the border between England and Scotland.

Jun 21, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Situated on the Great Island near Cork, the harbour town of Cobh has links with many famous ships, including the ill-fated Titanic.

Jun 9, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Even successful writers have work returned unpublished. There are nine steps a short story writer can take to improve the chance of success.

Jun 4, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

One woman who fought against the gender-based restrictions of the seventeenth century was the English playwright Aphra Behn.

May 24, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

One of the most welcome and delicious signs of spring in the UK is the arrival of the new season Jersey Royal potatoes in the shops.

May 17, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

The location of the Channel Islands is one of the area's main attractions, the other is the slower pace of life surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

May 14, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Women everywhere now take the right to vote for granted, and some are not even bothered to exercise that hard-won right.

May 7, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

A new dramatisation about the five young women who were murdered in Ipswich during 2006, is being aired on BBC 1 over three nights.

Apr 26, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

On the west side of Loch Lomond, there is a route that takes cyclists and walkers along some of the most stunning scenery in Scotland.

Apr 16, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Luss is a pretty little conservation village on the banks of Loch Lomond and is an ideal stopping place to explore this area of natural beauty.

Apr 15, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Women were often viewed with fear and suspicion by men in previous centuries but a new age of reason and enlightenment arrived in the mid-18th century.

Apr 10, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

The pretty little town of Oban on the west coast of Scotland is usually know as the Gateway to the Isles, as many ferries sail from here to the islands.

Apr 7, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Mainly based in Scottish waters, the Hebridean Princess offers a luxurious and intimate cruise experience in a country house type of setting.

Mar 22, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Austria's capital city, Vienna, is full of grandeur and the romantic association of dancers waltzing to the music of Strauss.

Feb 11, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

A Fred. Olsen cruise usually guarantees a friendly, good value journey on a medium size ship that caters for its loyal customers.

Feb 1, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Romantic city breaks are ideal all year round and even more so as Valentine's Day approaches during February.

Jan 18, 2010 - Rosemary Gemmell

Romantic Fiction usually follows the same pattern as any other type of short story, but using the five senses can add more emotional depth to romance writing.

Dec 28, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is one of the top luxury cruising companies, offering three immaculate ships which sail to all parts of the world.

Nov 29, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Christmas is often not complete without the traditional fruit cake with marzipan and icing taking pride of place in family homes. A homemade cake is a delicious treat.

Nov 12, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Setting off from the popular skiing resort of Aviemore, the Strathspey Railway is a round trip of about one and a half hours through the beautiful Scottish countryside.

Nov 6, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

There is something satisfying about the smell of home baking on a cold winter's day and delicious tray bakes are quick and easy to make.

Nov 5, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Nestling along the Cambrian Coast, the seaside town of Criccieth is one of the most unspoilt areas of North West Wales.

Nov 2, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Mention Portmeirion and many people will think of Number Six from the 1960s cult TV Programme 'The Prisoner' starring Patrick McGoohan.

Nov 2, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

It is often much more satisfying to bake easy cakes at home, rather than buy them from the supermarket and worry about the ingredients they contain.

Oct 30, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

The full-masted tall ship looks exactly like the original HMS Bounty which was involved in the famous mutiny by Fletcher Christian in the 1780s.

Oct 27, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

On cold winter days, there is nothing so warming as a bowl of homemade soup. Healthy and nutritious, it is a good way to enjoy vegetables.

Oct 16, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

The spectacular Jacobite Steam Train railway journey from Fort William to Mallaig was popular long before it became part of a famous route for the Hogwarts Express.

Oct 10, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

A well preserved ancient monument, Newark Castle combines 15th and 16th century building. The land on which it is built first came into the Maxwell family in 1402.

Sep 27, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Dunfermline Abbey is an impressive sight with its tall, square tower on which the name of King Robert the Bruce is carved in stone on its four sides.

Sep 26, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

There is nothing quite like a delicious slice of fruit cake with an afternoon cup of tea or coffee. It is even better if the cakes are quick and easy to make at home.

Sep 25, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Many towns around the country have several churches, all worshiping separately within the same community. A 24-hour prayer vigil unites the churches in a community.

Sep 24, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

A nutritious and versatile fruit, apples are used in many different ways to provide flavour and bulk in cooking or to produce delicious cakes and desserts.

Sep 23, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Network marketing was huge some years ago when training sessions helped people build a multi-level business.These same methods could help Christians to share their faith.

Sep 22, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Most writers are observers, using incidents in their lives to inspire their writing. One well-loved writer who used her experiences in her novels was Agatha Christie.

Sep 21, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

The banana is one of the most versatile fruits to use in cooking or baking as it comes in its own portable package and is full of healthy potassium and fibre.

Sep 18, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Honeybees are a vital part of Scotland's food industry, providing a means of maintaining a balanced natural environment and the pollination of plants.

Sep 17, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

The Star Clipper is no ordinary luxury cruise ship where passengers are politely expected to keep far away from the workings of the ship. This is a four-masted tall ship.

Sep 14, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

She is the largest, widest, highest ocean liner in the world and began her maiden voyage on the 12th January 2004, sailing from Southampton to New York.

Sep 12, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Mention the French Riviera and most people think of Cannes, with its world-famous film festival. However, adjacent Nice is an ideal holiday resort in the South of France.

Sep 10, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

Do you want to see your work in a variety of publications? There are three steps you can take to ensure you give yourself the best possible chance to reach that goal.

Sep 8, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

The Baltic port of Gdansk in Poland was known as the independent city-state of Danzig between 1308 and 1945, until the end of World War II.

Sep 6, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

An island of just 45 square miles, Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, is situated between England and France and is a delightful holiday destination for all.

Aug 30, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

A popular destination in the heyday of Scottish summer holidays, Greater Cumbrae is usually referred to as Millport, the name of its only town.

Aug 27, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

The translation of the French pot-pourri literally means 'rotted pot', but these bowls of fragrant flowers, petals herbs and spices have been around since medieval times.

Aug 22, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell