The Steeple Times asks strategist and businessman Allard Marx: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? Caterine Axelsson’s daily smile.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? There is always a way. “How?” not “Why?” should be the guiding principle of our lives.   Kerry Katona was considered unacceptable in 2007. Who or what is unacceptable in 2013? Is she Eric’s sister? Unchecked greedy bankers. Ignoring the irrefutable damage we are doing to world’s waters and all forms of life.   Tony Blair misses being Prime Minister. What do you miss most in your life? The sunshine. I live in London.  …

The Steeple Times asks the duo behind the Heart of House music label, Samuel Whiting and Lucas Alexander: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? Dedication to the groove and the drive to evoke and discover new feeling.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? Don’t be afraid to be different, be unique and be you!   Kerry Katona was considered unacceptable in 2007. Who or what is unacceptable in 2013? People calling house music “EDM”.   Tony Blair misses being Prime Minister. What do you miss most in your life? Summer visits to Saas Fee, a virgin hamlet hidden in the…

Sarah Tucker goes in search of the ten tribes paying homage to a centenary of flower power at the 100th RHS Chelsea Flower Show   Yesterday I attended the press day for the 100th anniversary of the Chelsea Flower Show. Gnomes have been allowed for the first time, but many of the celebrities who attend to admire the gardens and be admired in the gardens were little more than pint sized themselves. Most celebrities really are extremely short. Although the show runs all week, press day is best day to go.  

Could the failure of the makeover of Merida be a positive sign for Rebekah Brooks?   Merida, Disney Pixar’s heroine in Brave, has had a makeover. Notwithstanding the new look, however, she still looks like Rebekah Brooks.  

An image that should come with a health warning   There’s not much to say about our picture of the week, other than it should come with a health warning. The image, a spoof mockup of Cliff Richard, truly is scary.

Ben Fogle suggests that he could have been poisoned by a Russian spy   Ben Fogle’s rise to the middle realms of “fame” is something I’ve always found puzzling. Don’t get me wrong, he’s an affable chap and I have utterly no problem with him but whenever he comes on the screen, I find myself simply asking: “Why on earth is this man famous?”   Mr Fogle featured in The Telegraph’s ‘Mandrake’ column, written by great friends of The Steeple Times Tim Walker and Richard Eden, this morning and frankly made the most preposterous of suggestions I’ve heard in years. Even though he had to admit it sounded “far-fetched”, he went ahead and alleged that he could have been poisoned…

The Steeple Times asks private investor and chairman of the Saltydog Investor Douglas Chadwick: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? The thoughts of Jesse Livermore. He was the first acknowledged momentum trader in the United States. He was worth over a billion dollars by the time he was thirty, lost it and made it again. It was tragic that he committed suicide.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? “Get rich slowly” – It’s not important to get rich quick, it’s easier to get rich slowly.  

P. Diddy ‘stars’ in Downton Abbey   In a Funny or Die spoof rapper Sean Coombs (AKA Puff Daddy, Diddy and P. Diddy) announces his favourite show is Downton Abbey. “Yes, I am an Abbey head, yes, yes, yes,” he begins before telling viewers that he’s become the first black cast member on Julian Fellowes’ hit show.  

The Steeple Times asks singer Zach Matari: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? Passion.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? “Argue for your limitations and they are surely yours”.  

ASmallWorld charges £75 to remain a member   What a joke. ASmallWorld has bombarded the few that remain interested with a missive demanding £75 per annum to be a member.  

The Steeple Times asks businesswoman Kerri Moss Beaumont: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? My mum always taught me to treat people better than they treat me. Whilst it is quite tough sometimes, it always seems to work out in the end.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? “Go hard or go home”.  

Lady Meyer applies to build a “closet wing”   The wife of the former ambassador Sir Christopher Meyer, once described as “Chanel-clad” by The Telegraph, has applied to The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea to build a number of closets at a property she recently purchased just off the Kings Road.

Don’t Forget To Catch Me   We saw this today and just felt it ought to be shared.  

The Steeple Times asks public relations guru The Hon. Alexandra Foley: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? My nanny.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? “Ut prosim” – “That I may do good”. I like medieval swords. I have them hidden all over my house.  

The Steeple Times asks artist Andrew Hancock: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? “The increasing sense that time is speeding up”.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? “Fearless for Your Love Forever!” – I inscribed it into the surface of a recent artwork that appears in my latest exhibition. It may be the first truly heartfelt line I’ve written in months and stands as a declaration to succeed despite all odds. That and a quote from Albert Finney’s character in Saturday Night Sunday Morning… “Don’t let the bastards grind you down!” – I like that one.  

The Steeple Times asks photographer Debbi Clark: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? My son Luke with his eccentric ways and my daughter Sophia who keeps me grounded.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? Whatever you decide to do, enjoy it. Otherwise change direction.  

The Steeple Times asks entertainment journalist, author and teacher Ben Falk: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? Generally being pessimistic and then being extra pleased if something good happens.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? “There are two kinds of people in this world. Those that love Neil Diamond and those that don’t” – Bill Murray. I might be paraphrasing, but it’s very true.   Kerry Katona was considered unacceptable in 2007. Who or what is unacceptable in 2013? I met Kerry once and she forced me to take a picture with her and her then husband, despite my protestations….

The Steeple Times asks experimental disc jockey and background actor Morgan Delle Piane: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? All the virtues.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? Equality and diversity.  

The Steeple Times asks actor John Challis, best known for playing Boycie in “Only Fools and Horses”: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? Marlene is my guiding force at all times. Listen to your wife. She knows best.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? “Never lose that bitterness”.   Kerry Katona was considered unacceptable in 2007. Who or what is unacceptable in 2013? Wind turbines.   Tony Blair misses being Prime Minister. What do you miss most in your life? The energy of my youth.   What might you swap all your wealth for? Life in a warm climate.  …

The Steeple Times asks entrepreneur Laurence Benson: “What’s on your mantelpiece?”   The Steeple Times shares “wit and wisdom”. What’s your guiding force? I fear a 9 to 5 office job. I cannot run far enough away from it.   “Don’t get even, get medieval” is, in our humble opinion, a great motto. What’s yours? “Cheer up, the worst is yet to come”.   Kerry Katona was considered unacceptable in 2007. Who or what is unacceptable in 2013? Unnecessary animal testing.   Tony Blair misses being Prime Minister. What do you miss most in your life? Long school summer holidays. 12 weeks of sun, sand and golf.   What might you swap all your wealth for? To bring a tropical…