When I was a teenager, my father bought a rumtopf crock at a summer car-boot fair. He'd tried some traditional rumtopf made by a German couple many years before and, upon finding this pot, decided to recreate it himself. He excitedly layered fruit, rum, and sugar until the crock was full and stashed it in our cellar. Many months later, at Christmas time, the dusty pot was revealed, and we eagerly lined up to sample the contents.

Oh. My. Goodness.

The fruit juices had mingled with the rum to create a magnificently mouth-watering liquor, which suspended the soft, sweet chunks of preserved fruit. Served with a big dollop of vanilla

The Telegraph recently published an article detailing the increases seen in theft, burglary, and robberies over the festive period. In some cases, these crimes have soared by around 20% on the previous year; worse still, many of these criminals are not apprehended or charged for these offences.

The winter months tend to bring with them a greater volume of crime. The long, dark evenings provide cover for burglars, as well as the fact that many properties

I am delighted to announce that we at Legacy Antiques and Collectibles Ltd have recently joined the FSB (Federation of Small Businesses).

The FSB is a non-profit organisation, who aim to help small businesses grow and achieve their ambitions. They are non-party political, and are experts in campaigning and lobbying in Westminster for small businesses.

You can read more about them HERE.

I am a member of several online groups relating to glass, pottery, and porcelain. I enjoy looking at other people's collections, admiring rarities, and learning about more unusual pieces. Recently, a member posted a question asking others how they document their collections; after all, some of these people have thousands of pieces. I was astonished by how few people did keep a record of their acquisitions; of those that did, many kept old-fashioned hand-written ledgers. A considerable number of those who responded seemed unsure about how to set up a system on their computer that would assist them in maintaining their collectibles.

I have been managing over half a dozen databases

As vintage and upcycling trends continue to soar, and with the ease of marketplaces like eBay and Etsy, countless people are turning their hands to dabble in the world of antiques and collectibles. This means, however, that there is a world of competition out there and that your efforts must stand out from the crowd. In this guide, I hope to offer advice to assist you in making the most out of your goods and getting the best from the world of

Every year, more and more people turn to the internet for their shopping needs. There is a whole world out there to browse and it can be hard to know where to look and who to trust. Both the buyer and the seller have responsibilities when entering in to a sales contract and I hope to offer guidance so that you (the buyer) can make smart choices and get the best deal from your online purchases.