The Hideout, Prestwich – An apt name for a place that is tucked out of sight with great food
A bar and eatery hidden away, but worth finding.
Jodrell Bank, Cheshire – educational and fascinating site of a radio telescope
A day out at Jodrell Bank
Virtual Machu Picchu Experience, Manchester – We really felt we were there!
Manchester city centre reached via the very efficient Metrolink, was very cold on the day we arrived for our Virtual Machu…
MODS, Prestwich – Who would have thought that eyewear could be this impressive
One year ago a new retail ‘studio’ opened up on Bury Old Road, Prestwich, Manchester called MODS. The social media, the…
The Spärrows, Manchester – Food and Atmosphere – a well-kept secret
I’ve lived and worked in Manchester all my life. There are those places in any city that you just don’t generally…
Things I know to be true – Whitefield Garrick – Sensational performance and script
Tonight’s performance by the cast of the Whitefield Garrick was probably one of the finest theatrical productions I have ever seen.…
Solar Panels – Is it really worth installing them?
In February 2012, we had solar panels installed. We signed up for the government Feed-in-Tariff and have benefited from it for…
Mezzepotamia, Whitefield, Manchester – I was not expecting Middle Eastern food here!
I’ve lived in the North of Manchester for some thirty-something years, and as anyone who understands the area will know, you…
RHS Bridgewater, Worsley, Manchester – A pure of oasis of delight and surprises
Did you know that the canals in the UK began with the famous Bridgewater Canal designed and funded by the Duke…
Mezzaluna, Whitefield – Good food, service a little too casual
The weather was warm, COVID still with us and an evening with friends was on the cards. We chose Mezzaluna and…
When the smallest room gets the Michael Scott touch
Incredibly the smallest room in the house is often the least pampered when it comes to home improvements. Our downstairs loo…
The Bridge, Prestbury – Probably the Best Fish and Chips I have ever had!
Just had lunch in The Bridge in Prestbury, Cheshire on a chilly but sunny day with my wife. We were determined…
EasyJet – if only the PA system worked!
So we passed through a very thorough and busy security and boarded a clearly packed flight to Amsterdam. Then the first…
Dakota Bar & Grill, Manchester – Wow! I was not expecting this in Manchester!
I’ve heard great things about the Northern Quarter of Manchester. In fact the entire city seems to be on a roll.…
Manchester Airport Meet & Greet – Really Efficient, but Fast Track may not be worth it
So we began our relaxed journey to Manchester Airport in our own car and arrived at the Meet and Greet after…
