Lower Mill Estates – A luxury weekend set in idylic surroundings in the Cotswolds
We spent the most delightful family weekend in the Cotswolds recently. My entire family consisting of six adults and five grandchildren arrived at our weekend retreat in Somerford Keynes not far from Cirencester. The drive here was pretty awful to be honest because there were accidents on the motorways that frustrated our journey, however we…
Ulises by Occre – A great challenge and satisfying model
For my 60th birthday, I asked my wife for the Occre Ulises model kit, paints, motor and battery so I could…
The Banshee of Irshine – A movie of epic proportions … I think not!
So if you’ve not seen this Oscar-nominated movie set in an imaginary village off the coast of mainland Ireland, all I…
Tamiya Subaru Impreza WRX STi 24Hr Nurburgring kit – A great RC kit, with a satisfying finish
Following my posts over the years, you’ll know I love radio-controlled anything. I have drones, helicopters, a plane, a boat, a…
Artwork – almost as good as the professional?
I am an art-loving sort of person that appreciates creative talents that blend textures and colours that please the eye, but…
An alternative way to use a fish tank – the jury is still out … what do you think?
For almost 40 years, I kept tropical fish. The tank still is a feature in the corner of our lounge/dining room,…
Incredible! Who would have thought it?
It’s hard to believe that in 2022 the world would feel upside down. So much has happened in the past few…
Cotto, Whitefield, Manchester – A new Italian restaurant that evokes quality and high standards
Prestwich and Whitefield, in North Manchester, is quickly becoming THE culinary place to visit, where quality restaurants and bars are filling…
Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire, UK – A National Trust moated manor house worth visiting
Jesuit priests were hunted during the reformation around the 16th century when Protestants challenged the authority of the catholic church. It…
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…
Cambridge, UK – An impressive historical city of learning excellence and international presence
The Romans and Vikings thought this part of the country on the River Cam was worthy of establishing this area for…
Ibis Hotel, Cambridge Central Station – Fab, practical, clean and funky – Amazing!
I’m just back from a weekend break in a fabulous city, Cambridge. I just loved it here .. so much I…
DobbleGanger, Cambridge – If only every burger tasted this good!
We recently visited Cambridge, a city of learning, history and culture. The architecture, museums, restaurants and shops make this an ideal…
A Huge Moment in History, a Great Loss for a Nation and the World
I was born in 1961, and I’ve never known any other monarch than Queen Elizabeth II. But what does that mean?…
Pandemic Tours App – A stunning Day in York made more interesting with this app
Planning activities is always a challenge when you have out of town visitors. Its the not knowing what to do, where…
