Prestwich Attracts Major Hospitality Investments

Axminster, a town in Devon, has seen a significant decline in carpet manufacturing due to historical factory fires, with its last major carpet factory going bankrupt in 1835. Today, Axminster Carpets Ltd, which reopened in 1937, continues to produce high-quality carpets but faced administration in 2020, now employing 130 people. Meanwhile, residents of Chalcot Crescent in north London are expressing frustration over the influx of tourists drawn by the fictional 'Paddington' house, with concerns that the area is becoming overly commercialized and stressful. In Lincolnshire, a £300,000 road improvement program is underway, focusing on retexturing roads to enhance safety and performance amid ongoing maintenance efforts. Additionally, Prestwich is experiencing a resurgence, attracting major hospitality chains while local businesses fear losing loyal customers amidst the town's transformation. Lastly, a spooky tale from Edinburgh recounts a haunted house linked to an ancient Egyptian mummy, adding to the city's rich and eerie history.