Highgate is is one of the capital's most expensive - and most famous - suburbs. In north London, bordering Hampstead Heath, it is a wonderfully historic and picturesque area. However, this post focuses on on specific landmark.
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Monday, March 30, 2015
Friday, March 27, 2015
Things to Come...
Things to Come was a film released in 1934. Starring Raymond Massey, Ralph Richardson, and Cedric Hardwicke, the film was based on the book of the same name, written by H.G. Wells. An incredible - and very thought-provoking - look at progress, I will undoubtedly cover the film in more detail at a later date. This post will focus on the film's soundtrack
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Dorset...
The only visit I have made previously here is a poetical one; this time, I am returning to show you some of the delight of this wonderful county in south-west England. As a child, I spent many happy summer holidays travelling around Dorset.
Monday, March 23, 2015
The Championship Revisited...
Here I am with the promised updates from the weekend's action in footy's second tier.
Friday, March 20, 2015
Golden Square Shopping Centre...
Twenty-two years ago today, the town of Warrington in Cheshire, suffered the second of two IRA bombing attacks. The first, on 26th February, 1993, saw a large explosion at a gas storage facility on Winwick Rd. Despite extensive damage, there were no injuries. The second one, almost a month later, was worse...
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
The Championship...
Not just any championship, you know! No, it's the "Championship" that is the second tier of the Football Pyramid in Great Britain, the division below the Premier League. With 22 of the 24 teams entering their last eight games of the season (Birmingham and Reading have nine to go), it promises to be one of the most thrilling finishes ever. The top two qualify by right, with the third spot going to the winners of the four team playoffs (places 3-6).
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
London's Parks...
Of course, London is known for its busy streets and bustling nightlife, but there are also many places in the city to find peace and quiet. The most popular of these are the many beautiful parks dotted around the area.
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