Ode to the West Wind
This large scale mural on the wall of a Georgian house in Soho was inspired by a poem by Percey Bysshe Shelley. “O WILD West Wind, thou breath of Autumn’s being— […]
Aubergine or Mulberry?
Linked to Shadow Shot Sunday and One Word Photo: Eggplant.
Putting Gin on the Map
Today, 14th June, is World Gin Day! And what better place to get in the act than the Atlas Bar in Manchester? This city centre haunt is located amongst the Deansgate […]
My Favourite Summer Event is Back
A little reminder of last year: Royal Ascot starts again on Tuesday, so grab your hats my friends and join in the summer fun. Part of Six Word Saturday. Also […]
Queen Victoria’s Ablutions
Edward Onslow Ford’s Queen Victoria Monument in Manchester’s Piccadilly Gardens is in need of some tender loving care. This Grade II listed monument caught my attention yesterday because of the weeds that have […]
Nelson Rules the Roost
Linked to Skywatch Friday.
Flowers From Above
-Look Up, Look Down Challenge, Week 43 Every Thursday, I publish a post containing photo(s) taken from above or below, and invite you to join in the challenge by posting your own photos with an […]
High and Low
Wordless Wednesday – on Wednesdays all over the internet bloggers post a photo with no words to explain it.
W is for… Welcome
Welcome to London everyone! Linked to Frizztext’s Tagged W Challenge and Alphabe Thursday.
Swinging Kings Cross
The ambitious redevelopment of the Kings Cross area continues apace, with the latest building to get attention being the famous German Gymnasium which stands slap bang between Kings Cross Station and neighbouring St […]
Roman Surprise at Spud U Like
Here in Chester, you can marvel at the remains of this ancient Roman bath while munching on your jacket potato with tuna and cheese in the basement room of this cafe. […]
Travel with Intent 