Combining a mix of society's last word and both wit and wisdom, The Steeple Times covers food, drink and fine dining as well as luxury, travel, the arts, individuals of influence and current affairs in the United Kingdom, America and elsewhere. We are best described as being akin to "a cross between The Huffington Post and Private Eye".
The magazine's following is affluent, engaged and international. With 41% of readers coming from the UK and 38% from America, The Steeple Times also has strong presence within Canadian, Italian, German and Australian territories.
Science, technology and gadgets
The essentials of what’s new and what’s worth having
January 11, 2020
by Matthew Steeples
James Stunt exposes ‘The Sun’ for nefariously hacking his YouTube account reports Matthew Steeples Last night in Belgravia, James Stunt logged into his YouTube account in the presence of his friend Helena Robinson and myself. Bizarrely he discovered that he was not alone there. Aside from his own iPhone telephone device, listed on screen … Continue reading “The Dark Sun”
January 2, 2020
by Matthew Steeples
Female E-scooter user abuses pedestrians in Belgravia after being told it is illegal for her device to be on both the pavement and the highway Whilst New York City is considering a bill to legalise electric scooters and “electric scooter bubble fears mount as funding tops £1 billion” according to The Telegraph, these frightful and … Continue reading “Name & Shame – Brazen in Belgravia”
December 26, 2019
by Elizabeth J. Bond
New contributor Elizabeth J. Bond examines the cases of the murders of Eve Stratford and Lynne Weedon in 1975 and suggests how they could finally be solved I first came across the sad and likely linked stories of Eve Stratford and Lynne Weedon a few years ago, and these cold cases have lingered in my … Continue reading “How to Solve an Unsolved Murder”
December 20, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
One-of-a-kind 2012 Aston Martin shooting brake for sale for a staggering sum; it comes with all needed to build more examples Aston Martins are the preserve of James Bond and the super-rich, but for someone with especially deep pockets a one-of-a-kind example could make for the perfect present this Christmas. Based on the Rapide … Continue reading “A One Off”
December 16, 2019
by Josh Perry
Josh Perry analyses what is in store for the world of online gaming in 2020 The gaming industry is always changing and adapting to new trends and technologies. This decade has seen a lot of growth in the number of games available and new ways in which to play. What will 2020 bring to the … Continue reading “Online Gaming 2020”
November 27, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Original Apple-1 computer for sale for the staggering sum of £235,000; it is surprisingly still in “working condition” Most people chuck out their computers after a couple of years, but geeks everywhere will rejoice with news that one of the first ever Apple computers is to be sold at auction next month. The original … Continue reading “An Expensive Apple”
November 22, 2019
by Robert Everett
Professor Robert Everett examines how technology has changed education in the UK Modern classrooms hardly even resemble classrooms from the past. The more we implement technology in education UK, the harder it is to remember how it was before. As long as technology is used to enrich education and make the lives of teachers and … Continue reading “The Technological Revolution of Education”
October 22, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
The trial of an E-biker who allegedly killed a pedestrian is proof that these menacing machines should be banned or at least regulated Thomas Hanlon allegedly hit 56-year old Sakine Chihan on his E-bike as she crossed Kingsland Road in Dalston at around 5pm on 28th August 2018. Cihan suffered serious head injuries and … Continue reading “Turn Off The Power”
September 8, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Dangerous single wheeled contraption spotted in Belgravia; like electric scooters it is illegal and should be banished from our streets In spite of there being enough trouble (and deaths) as a result of London being overrun by illegal – on both the pavements and the roads – electric scooters, a lesser known dangerous contraption is … Continue reading “NAME & SHAME – A Wheel Pest”
August 16, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Acid tongued prat on a ‘mobile weapon’ that is an electric scooter called out for what he is – a vile menace who should be removed from the roads Today, The Steeple Times asks readers: “Who is this sorry excuse for a human?” Snapped from the thankfully safe confines of a taxi by Matthew Steeples … Continue reading “Name & Shame – The Road Raging Ratbag”
August 7, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Rare 1964 Citroën 2CV Sahara 4×4 complete with two starters to be auctioned; it was originally designed to be a “low priced car” but is now anything but One of just 694 made and one of around only 27 still in existence, a rare 1964 Citroën 2CV Sahara 4×4 will be sold at auction in … Continue reading “A Double Starter”
May 21, 2019
by Andrea Boffo
New contributor Andrea Boffo selects five of the best travel apps that will make your life easier both online and offline Some of the best travel apps can make life easier both online and offline. Today’s apps are getting more complex and they can offer specialised or general functions useful for the travelling user. Suitable … Continue reading “Five of the Best – Travel Apps”
April 27, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Christie’s to auction the only near complete Dodo skeleton in private hands in May; the price is anything but ‘as dead as a Dodo’ A near-complete Dodo skeleton from Mauritius is to be sold at Christie’s next month with a quite staggering estimate of £400,000 to £600,000 ($517,000 to $775,000, €463,000 to €694,000 or درهم1.9 … Continue reading “As Deadly Expensive As A Dodo”
April 5, 2019
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December 3, 2018
by Lucy Smith
Lucy Smith takes a look at developments in point of sale systems It is human nature to take for granted that which we interact with on an daily basis. After all, when was the last time that we contemplated the technology behind an online transaction? We simply point, click and wait to receive confirmation … Continue reading “The Point of POS”
November 27, 2018
by Lucy Smith
New contributor Lucy Smith shares her thoughts on how to make the most of the world of electronic commerce Have you been ever considered opening up an online store? Do you have a product or service that you believe will appeal to the general public? If so, the world of E-commerce could represent an … Continue reading “A Beginner’s Guide to E-Commerce”
September 18, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Bonhams to auction two Enigma machines at their science and technology sale for six figure sums Tomorrow in Knightsbridge, Bonhams will auction two Heinsoeth Und Rinke enigma enciphering machines at a sale of instruments of science and technology. Produced in Germany in 1941 and 1943, the two devices offered feature QWERTY keyboards … Continue reading “A Bit Of An Enigma”
August 24, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
One-of-a-kind “big caravan-house” with patio on the roof for sale for £30,000; the current owner bought it for just £1 and spent £70,000 restoring it Believed to be the last remaining example of 99 originally made, a “revolutionary” hammer finished aluminium caravan named a Berkeley Statesman has gone on sale. Costing £1,065 when … Continue reading “The King of Caravans”
August 18, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
New electric Swiss ‘bubble car’ expected to launch in December; 7,200 orders have already been placed for the £10,800 Microlino The Swiss are known for their chocolate and cuckoo clocks but now they might add something new to their roster: cars. Expected to launch in December and limited at first to the Swiss … Continue reading “The Bubble is Back”
August 12, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Perfect car for Hillary Clinton to be auctioned for just £7,800 in Indiana; replica Cadillac One truly is worthy of the name ‘The Beast’ Hillary Clinton could finally fulfill part of her power hungry ways if she headed to the RM Sotheby’s Auburn Fall sale later this month. Part of the Calumet Collection … Continue reading “A Low-Cost Limo”
April 27, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
International Space Station astronaut captures a truly amazing cloud free photograph of the Scottish Highlands Photographs taken from aeroplanes and spacecraft are generally blighted by cloud cover but an image shared this week in the Daily Mail captured by the International Space Station of the Scottish Highlands in February is without flaw. Taking … Continue reading “Picture of the Week – High Above The Highlands”
February 2, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Wacky 1970s Range Rover convertible for sale for just under £100,000 A truly quirky 1972 Range Rover Classic Suffix ‘A’ that was transformed for ‘topless’ use in Monaco is for sale through Kensington dealers Graeme Hunt. Featuring a completely removable hood frame, doors with drop down windows and such features a rear step … Continue reading “A Range Rover Goes Topless”
October 14, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Six year old Ford to be sold for nearly double its price in 2011; it has just 18 miles on the clock A zippy 2011 Ford Focus RS with just 18 miles on the clock is to be sold at auction next month for nearly double what it cost new. The ‘Ultimate Green’ … Continue reading “Profit from Focus”
September 30, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Limousine, convertible and off-roader combined created by Mercedes-Maybach to be sold for charity One of just ninety-nine examples made, a brand new Mercedes-Maybach G650 V12 landaulet is to be auctioned in October. Offered to benefit the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation and given by Daimler AG, the 17.5-foot long, four-seater vehicle is intended … Continue reading “A Mammoth Merc”
August 8, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
One-off 1971 Rolls-Royce Phantom VI cabriolet to be auctioned; originally commissioned by a British playboy turned jailbird with connections to Princess Margaret but only actually completed in 1993 A 1971 Rolls-Royce Phantom VI all-weather cabriolet with bodywork by the renowned Italian automotive stylist Frua is to be auctioned this month. Offered with an … Continue reading “A Con and A Cabriolet”
August 6, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Up-armoured Rolls-Royce used by the late Diana, Princess of Wales to be auctioned in Auburn, Indiana A 1987 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur I commissioned by the British Foreign Office as part of the British Embassy vehicle pool in Washington D.C. that was used by Diana, Princess of Wales on two occasions is to be sold … Continue reading “Diana’s Drive”
July 30, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Villain’s Land Rover used in James Bond film ‘Spectre’ to be auctioned in London A 2014 Land Rover Defender SVX used in the 2015 James Bond film Spectre is to be sold in London in September. Offered without reserve, the fully UK road legal vehicle – which was one of ten such models … Continue reading “A Spectre of a Landy”
June 10, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Patek Philippe watch allegedly originally owned by President Putin to be auctioned; it is said to be worth around £800,000 It’s given owner is potentially #FakeNews, but a watch that is due be auctioned in Monaco in July has been photographed with paperwork that suggests it originally belonged to President Putin. Said to … Continue reading “Watching Putin”
June 7, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Tiny 1965 Peel Trident to be auctioned; it is the smallest two seater car ever made, is offered without reserve but is expected to achieve upwards of £80,000 One of just sixty made and an example of the only production car the Isle of Man has ever produced, a fully restored 73-inch long, 39-inch … Continue reading “A Pint-Sized Peel”
April 21, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
1996 Aston Martin shooting brake complete with humidor to be sold at auction One of just three 1996 Aston Martin V8 coupé shooting brake conversions is to be offered for sale at auction by Bonhams in May. The left hand drive, automatic 1996 Aston Martin V8 Sportsman estate offered is presented in … Continue reading “A Smoking Aston”
April 10, 2017
by John Carlson-Nobel
New contributor John Carlson-Nobel takes a look at Velapp, an edit-as-you-shoot app for video footage Velapp will change the way you use your mobile. It is an app that can film video footage and put together a finished edit of the best parts in one click. It is easy to use and the results … Continue reading “Viewing Velapp”
March 8, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Bentley 4×4 equipped with fly fishing kit by Mulliner to be exhibited at The London Fly Fishing Fair Designed with the gentleman angler in mind, what some might call a “casting brake” is to be exhibited by Bentley at the first London Fly Fishing Fair this week. Priced far higher than the standard … Continue reading “Fishing with Bentley”
February 20, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Bonhams to offer what they call “the world’s most sought after Cadillac” at auction in Florida; it was originally made for the famed BROADMOOR Hotel resort in El Paso County, Colorado The BROADMOOR – a name that is unique and copyrighted due to its little raised “A” – in Colorado Springs is a vast … Continue reading “The Sky’s the Limit”
February 17, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Publicity seeking 24-year old Russian brat with a passion for crystal covered cars tones down In the summer of 2014, a Russian student named Daria Radionova hit the headlines after covering a 2011 Mercedes-Benz 350 CLS 350 – a car typically used by limousine service companies rather than by high rollers – in one … Continue reading “Down Balling”
February 6, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
1959 Rolls-Royce estate car owned by late industrial tycoon Orin Smith to be auctioned; it was bizarrely designed to include beds and a loud air horn to “blast” cattle off the highway Florida based businessman and retired CEO of the Engelhard Corporation Orin Smith (1935 – 2016) was passionate about cars and next month, … Continue reading “A Working Rolls”
January 23, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
“Rakish” 8.0-litre Bentley – known as ‘The Missile’ – for sale; it’s “not one for the faint of heart” but would suit Toad of Toad Hall New to the market through Vintage & Prestige Classic Cars of Grays, Essex is a Bentley 3/8 litre Supercharged Special that combines a chassis from 1925 with a … Continue reading “The Missile”
September 15, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Armoured Jaguar that served as Margaret Thatcher’s last car – and which was also used by David Cameron – sells at auction Offered with an estimate of £15,000 to £20,000 ($19,800 to $26,400 or €17,600 to €23,600), an armoured Jaguar XJ8 used by Margaret Thatcher sold at auction yesterday for £37,500 ($49,900 or €44,200). … Continue reading “Thatcher’s Jag”
September 12, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Aston Martin built to personal specification of James Bond film series producer Barbara Broccoli for sale The Aston Martin brand will forever be associated with James Bond and now an example with an especially strong link to the film franchise is available to purchase. For sale with Kensington dealers Graeme Hunt, a 2008 … Continue reading “Bonded by Broccoli”
July 20, 2015
February 10, 2013
by Matthew Steeples
The sale of a gadget laden James Bond-mobile “I never joke about my work” stated Q when James Bond enquires about the ejector seat in his new Aston Martin DB5 in Goldfinger. In October 2010, RM Auctions in association with Sotheby’s sold one of the four world famous 1964 Aston Martin DB5’s made … Continue reading “Ejector seat? You must be joking”
November 10, 2012
by Matthew Steeples
A home suitable for James Bond The latest James Bond film Skyfall is the talk of the town and it’s received many a rave review. The fictional James Bond allegedly lived in Royal Avenue, off the Kings Road in SW3, but if he were looking for a house today, we think 9 Hillgate Street … Continue reading “Bond’s base”
