"Thornbury has a heart that embraces newcomers, and that is something to be incredibly proud of." We sat down with international best-selling author (and queen of family drama) Amanda Prowse. Amanda has published more than 30 books which have been translated into dozens of languages around the world. Arriving at the beautifully restored The Armstrong in Thornbury, Amanda’s infectious smile immediately illuminates the room ... Firstly, Amanda, welcome home! For those who may n

If you’ve walked up Thornbury High Street recently, you might have noticed some activity along Chapel Street. After a long period of quiet, The Armstrong (formerly known as The Armstrong Hall) is coming back to life. Scaffolding now surrounds the building, contractors are hard at work, and there’s a real sense that life is returning to this much-loved site. For many people in Thornbury, The Armstrong holds a lot of memories. It was a place for theatre, music, screenings and