Activities & interests

Online communities are web ‘forums’ or meeting places for people interested in the same topic or sharing the same experiences.

So many people have found each other online. Why not give it a try?

Trace your roots and find current and ancient relatives.

A carefully chosen list of the great genealogy sites.

Get great gardening tips and meet other gardeners online.

Plan your meals with these great recipe websites.

No need to take a punt on your next purchase. Product review websites carry reviews by real people and, in some cases, independent experts, as well…

You can order a box of locally-sourced vegetables from the comfort of your living room.

A wide selection of our favourite recipe apps for various smartphones.

Find out how to enter prize draws plus tips for success.

Check for sun, snow or showers from the comfort of your home.

Many people now find that playing the National Lottery (Lotto) online is much easier than travelling to a shop to write out a ticket. Find out how to…

For me, technology has enhanced my work and provoked a channel shift in the way residents choose to contact me.

Besides speaking to me whilst out in the community on a daily basis or at meetings, my residents largely contact me via email, social media and

StreetLink enables members of the public to alert local authorities and street outreach services in England and Wales about people they have seen s