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Manchester Icons in Mosaic

Seven murals by Manchester mosaicist Mark Kennedy adorn the exterior walls of the Affleck’s vintage store in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.  Each one depicts local cultural icons, including Coronation Street, the city’s two football […]

History in the Round

There is bronze sundial in Trinity Square Gardens, just outside Tower Hill underground station.  It tells the time, obviously, but it also tells history; around the base are engravings of […]

All Laced Up!

The Northern Quarter is just a short walk from Manchester Piccadilly Station and the Arndale Centre.  With its great cafes and plenty of independent shops, it is one of my […]

Shadow of an Emperor

This replica statue of Roman Emperor Trajan (AD 98 – 117) stands beside a large section of the London Wall, just outside Tower Hill underground station. Linked to Shadow Shot […]

New Blue Morn

Watching racehorses on their early morning gallop is such a pleasure, especially when the scenery looks like this. Linked to Daily Prompt: New, Sundays in my City and Blue Monday.

An Open Door

You’ll know from this blog, that I love doors and windows.  An open or part-open one is particularly tantalising – signalling all sorts of possibilities and new beginnings.   Linked […]

London Lights

Since sponsorship of the lights crept in, the lights on Oxford Street and Regents Street have become less attractive.  To find the best lights, you now need to seek out […]