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.
March 4, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Sir Philip Green’s downfall is now all but complete; strip him of his knighthood says Matthew Steeples He used to be known as ‘Sir Shifty’ but now that’s become a title too far. With revelations that ‘Phily G’ has been caught – and there’s the most tawdry video footage of it even – “pawing” … Continue reading “Grubby Green”
February 13, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests that is wrong that the Duchess of Sussex is being treated as a victim; she chose her path and it is time she accepted that with being a public figure, criticism will follow Any criticism of “She Who Must Be Obeyed” – AKA the former Meghan Markle – is immediately condemned … Continue reading “The Modern Day Marie Antoinette”
February 10, 2019
by General
James Stunt shares advice on how to achieve success via his social media account and interacts with his followers by answering questions live In a move that shows he’s quite the opposite of how the vicious Daily Mail wrongly and biasedly portrays him, James Stunt has recently decided to share his thoughts on art, … Continue reading “Sharing Stunt”
February 9, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples salutes Pret for doing more than most to help homeless people get jobs and permanent accommodation; others and the government should follow suit Pret a Manger has come under a lot of flack lately – due to two customers dying having an allergic reaction to their products – but now, this in … Continue reading “Praise Be To Pret”
January 30, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests the jailing of Fiona Onasanya MP over her lies over a speeding ticket is quite absurd They say: “Don’t kick a dog when it’s down,” but plainly that doesn’t apply in the case of Fiona Onasanya, jailed yesterday for three months for lying to avoid a speeding ticket. Yes, Onasanya … Continue reading “A Terrible Ticket”
January 21, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests the ‘Daily Mail’ simply conformed to type in attacking James Stunt on his birthday ‘The Daily Fail’ is always capable of conforming to type. In deciding to attack James Stunt on his very own birthday, this cowardly rag went too far. That they alleged that a successful businessman couldn’t afford … Continue reading “Birthday Bigots”
January 16, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples criticises the ‘Evening Standard’s’ Benedict Moore-Bridger for his unjustified attack on the Knightsbridge restaurant Giovanni Benedict Moore-Bridger is an Evening Standard journalist who has been criticised for his “lazy work” and described as “[not] the most popular chap at the office.” Of his writing style, one Twitter user remarked: “[He makes me] … Continue reading “Supporting Giovanni”
January 6, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
James Stunt shares a surprisingly charitable video message in response to the ‘Daily Mail’s’ Alison Boshoff’s attack on his ex-wife Petra Ecclestone’s engagement to Sam Palmer reports Matthew Steeples When, yesterday, I came across a Daily Mail article complete with a ridiculously long title that read: “Dirty rotten scoundrels who bagged Britain’s richest sisters: … Continue reading “Charitable Stunt”
January 5, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples celebrates the nicknames of Chelsea’s characters but regrets that the area itself is rapidly being stripped of the very character that made it so appealing In Chelsea well-known barflies and lavish lunchers have long been given wacky nicknames. Amongst my friends and acquaintances are ‘Steve the Lunch’ (known for planning where to … Continue reading “The Collapse of Chelsea Character”
January 3, 2019
by Matthew Steeples
‘Tables d’Exception’ launched at Rolls-Royce in Mayfair On 29th November 2018, the extremely connected and delightfully affable Alexandra Foley organised a party for her client the French interior architect and antique tableware collector Hubert de Vinols at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars London’s Berkeley Square showroom in Mayfair. Showcasing Mr de Vinols’ ‘Tables d’Exception’ concept … Continue reading “The Art of The Tablescape”
December 28, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples urges successful readers to help an ambitious young man who had the courage to write to the residents of London’s most prosperous areas asking for advice A letter came through my door recently from someone I’d never met. It impressed me and I want to share it with you, the successful and … Continue reading “Seeking Success”
December 23, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
In the wake of a rollerblader causing a woman severe head injuries, Matthew Steeples demands ‘pavement pests’ – including those blessed scooters – be banned from spaces meant for pedestrians ‘Pavement pests’ – adults on both pavements and roads on such things as children’s pavement scooters and rollerblades and people capable of walking on … Continue reading “Punish Pavement Pests”
December 21, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests it is right that Michael Barrymore’s payout from the police is reduced from £2.4 million to a “nominal” sum and suggests ITV develops a moral compass in regard to helping him achieve a comeback In recent days, in some quarters, there has been outrage that the “entertainer” Michael Barrymore lost the … Continue reading “Baloney and Barrymore”
December 20, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
The behaviour of Jeremy Corbyn yesterday is indicative of a new low in the conduct of British politicians suggests Matthew Steeples Yesterday in the House of Commons, yah-boo politics reared its ugly head when Jeremy Corbyn allegedly called Theresa May “a stupid woman.” In spite of Corbyn now claiming he simply referenced “stupid … Continue reading “Stupid People”
December 17, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
IFAW secure a ban on the sale of most items of ivory in the UK with the assistance of Michael Gove MP and ‘Fake or Fortune’s’ Philip Mould Elephants love Wednesday, and so will you. Elephants remember Wednesday as if it was only Tuesday. Anthony T. Hincks, author. Last week, the International Fund … Continue reading “A Victory for Babar”
December 12, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Theresa May will likely win today, but, argues Matthew Steeples, the country will be ever poorer as a result Theresa May is rather like a binbag: Something you want to throw out, but something that once you run out of, you wish you’d crammed in a little more. Equally, like the Duracell Bunny, she’s … Continue reading “Trashbag Theresa”
December 5, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
As Theresa May hangs on in spite of revolts and defeats, Matthew Steeples asks: ‘How much longer can this kitten heeled harbinger of disaster hang on?’ When shall we three meet again In thunder, lightning, or in rain? Macbeth (I, i, 1-2) For Theresa May, like buses, defeats come in threes. In spite … Continue reading “When Shall We Three Meet Again?”
December 3, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples highlights that not only the appalling case of two swans and five cygnets being shot in Kent but also other problems facing these majestic birds This summer, on The Serpentine in Hyde Park, I witnessed a Chinese tourist attempting to hug a swan. Though I told him how unacceptable this truly was, … Continue reading “Save The Swan”
November 29, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Speaker Bercow brings shame on himself and Britain through his mendacious ways (yet again) suggests Matthew Steeples John Bercow could be criticised for marrying a rough bird named Sally (who then had an affair with his very own cousin and flirted outrageously on television with the somewhat strange gypsy Paddy Doherty) but now he’s … Continue reading “The Berk Bercow”
November 27, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
John Simpson marks the publication of his novel ‘Moscow Nights’ at Daunt Books in Marylebone Described as: “An engaging yarn with a strong, sometimes mischievous autobiographical element” by The Sunday Times, esteemed foreign correspondent John Simpson launched his second novel at Daunt Books in Marylebone last night. Amongst those present to celebrate … Continue reading “Moscow Nights”
November 4, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests the mess that is currently Britain needs a wake-up call and it needs a coup It’s all David Cameron’s fault: There was no need for him to call a referendum on leaving the EU and all that has resulted – in the wake of him walking away in the most cowardly … Continue reading “Calling for a Coup”
November 3, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Waitrose Belgravia respond to ‘The Steeple Times’s’ expose of their not selling Royal British Legion poppies and allow them into their store After The Steeple Times reported on various high street retailers in Belgravia, Chelsea, Fulham and Knightsbridge not selling Royal British Legion poppies, our story went viral. Shared on Twitter by countless … Continue reading “Waitrose Wake-Up”
November 1, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Halloween is a ridiculous American nightmare suggests Matthew Steeples Halloween is something that children might enjoy but in reality it’s just another excuse for greedy retailers like Waitrose to sell the great British public a load of old tat. Our Picture of the Week was spotted by a reader named David Hart and … Continue reading “Picture of the Week – The Horror That is Halloween”
October 31, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples supports William Sitwell and suggests his employer Waitrose develop a better moral compass before attacking him Aristocrats have a habit of saying stupid things. That’s a fact but equally that millennials now take offence at a bit of banter is something quite more ludicrous. Outrage has ensued this week after a … Continue reading “Snowflake Society”
October 29, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples names and shames the retail giants who won’t be selling Royal British Legion poppies this year; they include Boots, Sainsbury’s, Selfridges, Tesco, Waitrose and Wholefoods Even ‘Murky’ Meghan Markle – down under in New Zealand on tour – is sporting one right now; the humble poppy. A mark of respect to those … Continue reading “The Poppy Pariahs”
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples questions the validity of getting easily offended as a man “offends” a woman on the Underground by dressing as Samuel L. Jackson People will always find reasons to be offended it seems. In the days of the overblown #MeToo movement our snowflake society cannot cope with anything that isn’t politically correct. … Continue reading “No Offence Taken”
October 28, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
‘Lady’ Brady deserves to be stripped of her title suggests Matthew Steeples Surprisingly for a woman with a mouth the size of China, ‘Lady’ Brady has gone remarkably quiet in the wake of the scandal engulfing her boss Sir Philip Green. Having issued an unwarranted attack on my good friend James Stunt in … Continue reading “No Lady”
October 23, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests that continued interest in the case of Tommy Robinson illustrates a very dangerous extremist underbelly still exists in British politics Whatever the complexities of the case against Tommy Robinson and Judge Nicholas Hilliard QC’s decision to refer the allegation of contempt of court against him to the Attorney General, one thing … Continue reading “Repugnant Robinson”
October 21, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples reports on his experiences at the People’s Vote March in London Yesterday, sporting a Michael Portillo style shirt and a ‘Bollocks to Brexit’ sticker for comedy value, I joined the nigh on 700,000 people at the People’s Vote March in Central London. Though I expected to ‘march’ alongside my friends Gina … Continue reading “Bog Off Brexit”
October 9, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests it is time to bring down the Grenfell Tower in the wake of news that £30 million has been spent on temporary accommodation for survivors Today The Independent revealed nearly £30 million had been spent on hotel rooms for surviors of the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Whilst this is utterly shocking – … Continue reading “Grenfell Ineptitude”
September 19, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
James Stunt admits to failing to snare a lady he describes as “a true thoroughbred” A man capable of getting just about whatever he wants, billionaire and art connoisseur James Stunt has finally met his match in a glamourous and well-connected woman. Sharing his news with The Steeple Times’ Matthew Steeples, Stunt showed … Continue reading “Stunt About Town”
September 15, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Alexa Chung transitions from “fashion genius” to “fashion designer” and shares her views on Googling and airports; Matthew Steeples asks: “Who’d want to miss such important news?” Is there nothing that the ‘Queen of Instagram’ (with her 3.1 million followers) Alexa Chung cannot master? This “phenomenon,” “starlet” and “human” (that’s her very own description … Continue reading “Thanks Alexa”
September 10, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Will ‘more toff than tough’ Geordie Greig take the ‘Daily Mail’ into the realm of rational? Matthew Steeples suggests that’s as likely as Jacob Rees-Mogg donning a Kappa tracksuit and dancing a jig with Diane Abbott Yesterday, in an opinion piece for The Guardian, Jane Martinson claimed new editor of the Daily Mail Geordie … Continue reading “The Gamble of Greig”
September 9, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Friendship is a ‘revolving door’ suggests Matthew Steeples; embrace the unknown One’s life, in terms of those we become acquainted with, is much like a revolving door. It is a door that operates at varying speeds dependent on some coming and staying and others coming and going more quickly than others. Sometimes, even, this … Continue reading “Revolving Friends”
September 4, 2018
by General
Matthew Steeples launches a Change.org petition calling on ITV1 to ‘Axe Loose Women’ in the wake of the tawdry show’s latest scandal Further to his article yesterday suggesting ITV1 cease airing their tasteless daytime chat show Loose Women, Matthew Steeples started a Change.org petition calling on the channel to action just such. Justifying … Continue reading “Petition – Axe Loose Women”
September 3, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests enough is enough after ‘Loose Women’s’ latest scandal; ITV should scrap this repugnantly gross TV show I’ve always thought Loose Women to be nothing but gross – and in fact have even suggested there should be a male counterpoint titled Misogynist Men. Featuring an ageing bunch of blabbermouths, this lunchtime ‘chat … Continue reading “Lose the Loose”
September 1, 2018
by Jaimee Jenkins
New contributor Jaimee Jenkins examines what might be next for J. K. Rowling It’s quite rare that an author transcends her literature quite the way J.K. Rowling has over the last two decades. Once down on her luck and struggling, like so many young writers, to get her work seen, she became one of … Continue reading “Where could J. K. Rowling take Harry Potter next?”
August 19, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
The Steeple Times salutes community hero and Chelsea newsagent Yasmita Mulji Hardworking Yasmita Mulji has served her community since 1978. This Chelsea newsagent and her small store have survived in the face of adversity and whilst many other longstanding businesses have failed, she has recently diversified into also selling computer games, consoles and peripheral … Continue reading “Hero of the Hour – Yasmita Mulji”
August 18, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Nigel Farage’s return to “frontline politics” is going to bring nothing but division and diversion suggests Matthew Steeples Nigel Farage just can’t help himself: A failed candidate seven times in British Parliament elections and leader of UKIP twice, this bombastic brute is now “returning to frontline politics” in order to “challenge Theresa May’s ‘fraudulent’ … Continue reading “F*** Off Farage”
August 14, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
This morning’s incident at Westminster should act as a reminder that Theresa May’s cuts to policing are utterly wrong and should be reversed Whatever occurred this morning in Westminster provides proof of one thing for certain and that is that the Metropolitan Police acted quickly and with the upmost efficiency. Whether a terrorist … Continue reading “Terrorising Theresa”
August 13, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests Noel Edmonds’ latest outburst just confirms himself to be a strange, publicity desperate fool Spiritualist television personality Noel Edmonds is certainly an off-the-scale oddity. He blamed the banking giant HBOS for getting cancer and then claimed he knew of an electric box that could cure the disease; he tried to “comfort” … Continue reading “Wally of the Week – Noel Edmonds”
August 8, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests Nigel Farage is wrong about Boris Johnson’s latest gaffe about burkas in Britain On Wednesday morning, on Sky News, Nigel Farage was interviewed about what he thinks about Boris Johnson – a self-serving man who simply loves to stay in the headlines – comparing women in burkas to “bank robbers” and … Continue reading “Bozos, Burkas and Farage”
July 24, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
‘Red socked fop’ Sir Christopher Meyer’s “mugging” was supposedly just “a fall” Sir Christopher Meyer was allegedly “attacked” at Victoria Station on 11th July and a great fuss ensued. The media – encouraged by this opinionated former ambassador’s “Chanel clad” wife (and BFF of Theresa May) – printed stories of how he was “beaten” … Continue reading “The Mugging of Meyer”
April 20, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling is right to speak out against those of the belief that social media trolls should simply be ignored suggests Matthew Steeples As someone subject to daily abuse on social media at the hands of mostly deranged, aged right-wing trolls, I was truly impressed that the author J.K. Rowling took … Continue reading “Potted Trolls”
April 15, 2018
by General
The Steeple Times returns after a prolonged hiatus After not having published in quite some time, today The Steeple Times returns after a hiatus resulting from issues caused by technological nuisances connected to an old crooner terrified about what went on in a paddling pool full of olive oil. Aside from having been … Continue reading “We’re Back!”
March 19, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
EXCLUSIVE – James Stunt corrects entirely invented rumours of his supposedly having become engaged On Saturday, Matthew Steeples, editor of The Steeple Times, dined at C London with his friend James Stunt and an actress named Samantha Rowley. Businessman Mr Stunt had previously dined with Miss Rowley on several occasions in the company … Continue reading “An Imagined Engagement”
February 27, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
EXCLUSIVE – James Stunt responds to inaccurate press coverage of his forthcoming interview with ‘Tatler’ magazine Today, in response to various press reports, James Stunt contacted The Steeple Times’ Matthew Steeples to issue a response to inaccurate press coverage of a forthcoming interview that will be published in the April edition of Tatler magazine. … Continue reading “Stunt Speaks Out”
February 12, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples questions Katie Price’s newfound interest in abuse on social media and how it is dealt with When Katie Price appeared on the BBC’s Daily Politics last week to highlight her campaign to criminalise online trolling, I joined those saluting her. Having myself been part of the case that ultimately resulted in … Continue reading “Pricey Abuse”
February 6, 2018
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples slates Jeremy Corbyn’s failure to secure a 20 point lead in the polls This publication is regularly criticised for being “anti-conservative.” It most certainly isn’t and that we are blocked on Twitter by both Diane Abbott and George Galloway is definitely evidence of what the true “far left” think of our ramblings. … Continue reading “Calamity Corbyn”
December 27, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests James Stunt as a man to watch in 2018 James Stunt was not a man I expected to have much time for let alone come to actually like. Prior to meeting him properly this summer, I tended towards the opinion that he was somewhat brash but now, having spent time in … Continue reading “The Rise of James Stunt”
December 12, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests that claims by PR people that Max Clifford wasn’t one of their number simply shows their ‘profession’ to be nothing but hot air Max Clifford had a short penis and he was a paedophile. They are both facts but that most things this self-professed spinner of lies was associated with during … Continue reading “Airing Clifford”
November 22, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
As ‘The Guardian’ explores the power of the Illuminati, Matthew Steeples argues that the few claiming links to such are nothing but mad, old cranks This morning, The Guardian’s Martha Gill asked: “What is the Illuminati?” in an article that jokingly suggested Googling such would put one at “great personal risk.” Referencing the … Continue reading “Illuminating the Illuminati”
November 12, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests the era of PR’s who’ll represent anyone and promote anything ought to end In Britain, the PR firm Bell Pottinger collapsed ultimately because of its willingness to “represent almost anyone but Robert Mugabe” but in a perfectly put analysis for The Cut on Friday, Kaitlin Menza highlighted a duo with morals … Continue reading “Taking out the Toxic”
August 28, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests Labour’s partial U-turn on Brexit is a positive start; they must now go further and oppose it entirely Whilst Keir Starmer’s decision to announce Labour will support Britain remaining in a customs union with the EU and within the single market during a “time-limited transitional period between our exit from the … Continue reading “Stopping Brexit”
August 27, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Facebook group mocks racist online abuser Viscount St Davids as he returns to the clink On Friday, the dimwitted ‘half biscuit’ 4th Viscount St Davids – also known as amongst other things Rhodri Philipps and Baron Strange of Knockin – was returned to jail after attempting and then dropping an appeal against a sentence … Continue reading “Picture of the Week – The Lack of Appeal of ‘The Half Biscuit’”
August 21, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests the director of public prosecutions is right to seek “uplifted” sentences for online abusers but argues she does not go far enough I have been targeted by online trolls for years. As a writer, I accept I am ‘fair game’ for criticism but when that tips over into the kind of … Continue reading “Axing Anti-Social Media”
August 16, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
After ‘Vanity Fair’ use ‘woebegone’ in the context of ‘Donald Trump’, Matthew Steeples examines that word’s origins On Wednesday morning, in their daily ‘The Hive’ email to subscribers, Vanity Fair referenced Donald Trump as an ‘ole woebegone’. Not having heard ‘woebegone’ used in many a year and now realising how appropriate it is … Continue reading “Word of the Week – Woebegone”
August 15, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests the giant coffin and stain on government that is the Grenfell Tower should be demolished immediately The giant, grim carbuncle that is Grenfell Tower is a stain on the councillors of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and it should be torn to the ground immediately. Allowing this monstrous … Continue reading “Grim Grenfell”
August 8, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
A rare thing – A Pacific Heights, San Francisco house with a 9-car garage that has been dramatically reduced in price by £1 million Extending to 7,580 square feet in total and on a corner plot, 2190 Vallejo Street in San Francisco is a detached 5-storey residence with a private garage with space for … Continue reading “Parked in Pacific Heights”
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples visits Boisdale of Mayfair with restaurateur Nicky Kerman – and samples a marmalade infused gin cocktail (or three) Though most will recognise Boisdale for its tartan décor, traditional cuisine and fine malt whiskies, this live music restaurant group’s most recent opening, Boisdale of Mayfair, is a place as well suited to afternoon … Continue reading “Marmalade in Mayfair”
July 31, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests respected actor George Clooney and publicity desperado Karen Danczuk provide contrasting examples about the ethics of paparazzi intrusion and media manipulation Paparazzi intrusion and media manipulation are interlinked hot potatoes that look unlikely to be resolved anytime soon. Two very different examples emerged in recent days of very different behavior by … Continue reading “Public vs. Private”
July 26, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Gatecrasher ‘Dr Nastro’ admits defeat and announces he’ll be retiring from the ligging circuit; perhaps Denis Doble, David Pun and Sandra Shevey ought to follow his lead On Wednesday, we received a message from a known member of London’s ligging community of aging oddballs using the pseudonym ‘Dr Nastro’. In an email to … Continue reading “Dr No More”
July 12, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Thrice bankrupt bigot Viscount St Davids banged to rights and set to be jailed Thursday; he blames Gina Miller as “untruthful” and Matthew Steeples as “an eavesdropper” and accepts utterly no blame for what he did On Thursday, if he doesn’t turn up at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on time, justice will come knock, knock, … Continue reading “Viscount Porridge”
June 10, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
As Kensington turns red, ‘The Steeple Times’ reflects on the defeat of a woman nicknamed ‘#LazyBorwick’ , a win by a hard-left Labour blogger and a need for an MP who’ll now represent all constituents Last night, in frankly the biggest shock of a shambolic and wholly unnecessary General Election, Kensington replaced one flame … Continue reading “The Peoples’ Republic of Kensington”
June 8, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples asks Conservative candidate for Kensington Lady Borwick five questions; he put the same to the Liberal Democrats Annabel Mullin also whilst Labour’s Emma Dent Coad failed to respond In the final hours of the 2017 General Election campaign, I asked the Conservative candidate for Kensington, Lady Borwick, five questions I considered relevant … Continue reading “A Question of Borwick”
June 5, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Braggart bigot Andre Walker disgraces himself in the wake of the London attacks and is rightly roasted on Twitter Andre Walker – a “fat, northern… bit of a bruiser” with a penchant for branding The Steeple Times “fake news” – loves attention. He doesn’t care how he gets it, doesn’t care about what offence … Continue reading “Moron of the Moment – Andre Walker”
May 30, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Whackjob former Tory activist turned Jared Kushner employed ‘journalist’ Andre Walker tells ‘The Steeple Times’: “In the words of Trump: ‘You are fake news’” (and then blocks us) Andre Walker is of the Donald Trump school when it comes to dealing with situations he doesn’t like: This former Tory bullyboy turned Breitbart braggart and … Continue reading “Wally of the Week – Andre Walker”
May 27, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Burka hating UKIPper Suzanne Evans again shows herself to be anything but a “brainbox” in a ‘Twitter spat’ with Matthew Steeples Yesterday, I found myself having what can be best described as a ‘Twitter spat’ with UKIP’s Suzanne Evans. Watchmaker’s daughter Evans, whose attempt to suggest the Manchester terrorist atrocity wouldn’t have happened … Continue reading “The Burka Brainbox”
May 20, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Though Julian Assange’s cat may have looked on smugly yesterday, all its bail jumping owner achieved was to make himself appear arrogant and ridiculous WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has evaded British justice for 2,356 days and though, yesterday, he may have stood on a balcony and pontificated about how he won’t “forgive or forget”, … Continue reading “The Cat That Didn’t Get The Cream”
May 3, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
A statement from Matthew Steeples about the man who, in a London courtroom, called him a “wanker” Yesterday, in London, in a stained tweed gilet more appropriate to Wiltshire than Westminster, Viscount St Davids – amusingly referenced in court as plain old ‘Mr St Davids’ much to the disgust of him and his and … Continue reading “Viscount St Davids”
April 30, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples takes a look at the services offered by City Relay, a hassle free short-term rental management company Established three years ago and based in Earl’s Court, City Relay offer the very best guest and host management services for over two hundred apartments and houses in Central and West London. Primarily focused … Continue reading “Advertorial – City Relay”
by Matthew Steeples
Breaking News – Rachel Johnson explains why she ditched the party of her Foreign Secretary brother Boris and defected to the Lib Dems On this morning’s Andrew Marr Show on BBC1, Rachel Johnson was interviewed about her decision to defect to the Liberal Democrat Party. Explaining her rationale for ditching the Tories and … Continue reading “Breaking with Boris”
April 28, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples reports that Jeremy Corbyn’s attempt to enthuse a child in Harlow didn’t go down well; children and politicians should never mix Yesterday, Jeremy Corbyn headed to Harlow, Essex. He gave a speech to an assembled audience – including a woman with an upside down Labour poster – and then picked up a … Continue reading “Another Corbyn Calamity”
March 25, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples extols the relevance of the Donmar Warehouse’s ‘Limehouse’ to Britain’s contemporary political climate At a time when Brexit has divided Britain and Jeremy Corbyn’s Labour continues to provide little-to-no opposition to Theresa May’s somewhat unfocused, unelected government, the relevance of a play named Limehouse is especially poignant. Based around the formation … Continue reading “Limehouse”
March 23, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
The closure of La Brasserie in Chelsea should send a signal to greedy landlords; their avarice is killing London There are restaurants that come and go and there are ones that become institutions. La Brasserie fell into the second category but sadly, yesterday, after 45 years in business, this popular dining spot closed its … Continue reading “The Loss of La Bras”
March 18, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests readers reject Donald Trump’s desperate plugs for an opportunity to win dinner with his own very sorry self In the past twenty-four hours I’ve received four messages begging me to buy my way in to being in with a chance of winning a dinner with Donald Trump on Tuesday 21st March … Continue reading “Dine With Donald”
February 3, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples highlights an especially unpleasant individual – Meet Rupert James, a ‘man’ with a hatred for Gina Miller and what he calls ‘Kaffir Boys’ Aside from being a typical example of an angry old man, Rupert James is someone who takes to social media to abuse others. To him, Gina Miller is a … Continue reading “Rooting Out Rupert”
January 19, 2017
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples suggests Robert Harris is right to point out how Britain has changed and changed for the worse The novelist Robert Harris was attacked this morning by the Daily Mail’s Stephen Glover as an “immoderate Remoaner” for tweeting about how he felt Britain had changed since the Brexit referendum. On Tuesday, Harris … Continue reading “Hero of the Hour – Robert Harris”
December 4, 2016
by Kathryn Fensterstock
Kathryn Fensterstock reports on a party to celebrate Pickett’s new partnership with the Mayor’s Fund for London On 16th November, to mark becoming an official charity partner of the Mayor’s Fund for London, Pickett hosted a drinks reception and raffle in Mayfair’s Burlington Gardens. Guests, including Sotheby’s director Joanna Booth, Cristina Maxson, the … Continue reading “Partnering With Pickett”
December 1, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
More pictures from Matthew Steeples and Rowena Romulo’s party at Romulo Café Today, we share a further selection of images from the party Matthew Steeples of The Steeple Times co-hosted with Rowena Romulo at Romulo Café in Kensington High Street. Guests on the night numbered the Philippine Ambassador to the United Kingdom H.E. … Continue reading “Returning to Romulo”
November 30, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
An evening of cocktails and fine Filipino food at Romulo Café On 23rd November in London, Matthew Steeples of The Steeple Times co-hosted a party with financier turned restaurateur Rowena Romulo at her recently opened Café Romulo – the fourth outpost of a family owned and managed group of restaurants and the first outside … Continue reading “Raising the Roof to Romulo”
November 28, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples alerts event hosts in London to Dr Nastro, Ian Thomas and their merry gang of party crashing cohorts Last Wednesday, in London, around twenty gatecrashers arrived at a party I was co-hosting. ‘Invited’ by someone named Ian Thomas and a character who goes by the plainly invented moniker of ‘Dr Nastro’ … Continue reading “Degenerates and Dr Nastro”
November 2, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples meets Christopher Flourentzou, a little-known tailor but one well worth knowing There are tailors and then there’s Christopher Flourentzou. Described as a “master of copying a pattern” by the well-known hairstylist Luke Hersheson and originally from Liopetri, Cyprus, this talented Soho craftsman has made suits for many a Savile Row firm. … Continue reading “A Soho Secret”
October 21, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
A private view of the works of Lincoln Townley at the Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea Described as “the new Andy Warhol” by the actor Michael Caine, acclaimed artist Lincoln Townley’s works were displayed at the Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea on Wednesday 19th October. To welcome the exhibition, a party was held to mark the … Continue reading “The New Andy Warhol”
September 17, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Elizabeth Jones comes last in UKIP’s leadership contest – despite admitting to have “never made love” to Nigel Farage In UKIP’s leadership contest, which concluded yesterday, Elizabeth Jones – best known for an angry outburst on a radio show in September 2015 – unsurprisingly came last out of the five candidates who stood. … Continue reading “Loving Jones”
April 22, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Remembering one of London’s great ladies, Marisa Masters
April 17, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Richard Young Gallery hosts a private view of ‘Anarchy in the UK’
March 26, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples reviews the Kensington West Hotel – an ideal hotel for travellers seeking value in a convenient location in London
March 22, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Investigation into VIP abuse must continue suggests Matthew Steeples
March 20, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
The Steeple Times’ Matthew Steeples and ‘photographer to the stars’ John Stoddart review South Kensigton’s The Adria Hotel and are pleasantly surprised (despite the lack of alcohol)
March 15, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Boy George blocks ‘The Steeple Times’ on Twitter after we criticised the BBC’s promotion of this convicted repeat offender
March 1, 2016
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New columnist Laura Bott takes a group fishing in Green Park, London with Orvis
by Matthew Steeples
A preview of the works of photographer Duncan Raban in Chelsea’s World’s End
February 28, 2016
February 26, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
Tiny Knightsbridge studio on the market for the bonkers sum of £1.375 million or £3,000 per square foot will set a new record if it sells for its asking price
January 1, 2016
by Matthew Steeples
The Steeple Times wishes readers a prosperous 2016 and reviews some of our favourite stories from 2015
December 20, 2015
by Matthew Steeples
Matthew Steeples selects five gifts that gentlemen will most definitely welcome this Christmas
December 4, 2015
by Matthew Steeples
The Steeple Times’ first panel debate at the Library members’ club featured four art experts and the question: “What makes art sell?”
November 20, 2015
by Matthew Steeples
Orvis marked thirty years on the British high street with a party at their flagship London store
November 10, 2015
