The Lowry in Manchester – getting to know LS Lowry
If you take the new Metro-line tram from central Manchester out to the Salford Quays, you’ll find a regenerated waterway with smart apartment and office …
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Snowdrops at Lytham Hall – in Lancashire, England
I recently attended an event in Lancashire and enjoyed walking through the wooded grounds to admire the gorgeous snowdrops at Lytham Hall. One of the …
Pavement poetry and art in Manchester
You may have realized that I like a bit of street-art but pavement art is a little more unusual to find. It’s easy to miss …
Weekend in London at the Mandarin Oriental – Podcast 06
In Podcast Episode 6 in my travel podcast series, I’m in London for a winter weekend meeting up with friends and staying at the fabulous …
To Kensington Palace and tea at the Orangery – in London
Kensington Palace in London has been a home to members of the Royal family since 1689 when the palace was purchased by King William III …
The Queen’s ice-cream van – at Buckingham Palace
On my visit to Buckingham Palace , we ended our tour of the Palace with an ice cream – why not? Our visit was sparked …
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays – tips for a fun day out
If you’re on England’s south coast and are looking for a family day out, I recommend a visit to the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and the …
The Mason’s arms, Knowstone – a Michelin star restaurant in Devon
How could you tell that the Mason’s Arms at Knowstone in Devon has a Michelin star although it looks like any other picturesque thatched Devon inn? …
Dinner at the Stag Inn at Rackenford – in Devon
If you’re driving through North Devon, perhaps heading for the beautiful beaches of north and west Devon, then stop for dinner at the Stag Inn …
A winter walk on Edge Hill – near Banbury
Today I’m joining the Friday Photo at Delicious Baby to bring you a picture from my travels with story behind it. Just after Christmas we visited …
Christmas at the Geffrye museum in London
The Geffrye Museum in London is one of those local secrets that most visitors never hear about, but once you visit you’ll want to recommend …