Beating the Lockdown Blues on a Raleigh Firefly Bike
Earlier this year I bought a second-hand Raleigh Firefly bike. I’m glad I did. It’s helping me retain a sense of freedom during the lockdown. When Read More…
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Richmond, North Yorkshire: Things to Do & Things to Know
There are two towns in Britain called Richmond. One is in south-west London, the other is in North Yorkshire. I know it well. It’s the Yorkshire town Read More…
Dandelion and Burdock: What It Is and Why You Should Try It
If you ever visit the UK, dandelion and burdock is a traditional British soft drink you may want to try. A lot of people love it but there are also plRead More…
Zetland: The Oldest Lifeboat in the World
The Zetland is the oldest surviving lifeboat in the world. That’s makes it pretty special and, thanks to a couple of successful restoration projects, Read More…
A Seaton Carew Visit and a Trip Down Memory Lane
Yesterday I went to Seaton Carew. I haven’t been there in a great many years. Seaton Carew is a typical British seaside town in the North East of ERead More…
China Town in Newcastle upon Tyne: Things to Know Before Your Trip
There are only five China Towns England. One of them is in Newcastle upon Tyne. You can find the other four British China Towns in London, Birmingham,Read More…
British Doner Kebabs vs. Donner Kebabs in Other European Countries
British doner kebabs are different from the ones you get in many other European countries. In fact, the takeaway food classed as a doner can vary consRead More…
Back in the UK — But Not for Long
It’s been a few weeks since I updated this blog. I left France in mid-November and returned to the UK. Although I was born here, I don’t consider tRead More…
Bonfire Night in Britain: Have You Ever Wondered What It’s All About?
Today is November 5th. It’s Bonfire Night in Britain. Elsewhere in the world, it’s just a normal day. I haven’t been in Britain for Bonfire Night iRead More…
How I Avoided the Brexit Blues
I am not interested in politics and never watch the news, so I was unfamiliar with the word “Brexit” until a couple of days before the referendum in JRead More…