". . . you have won a £350 bursary towards a course at Denman." I looked at the letter in my hands and slowly re-read the words. I have always wanted to go to Denman, scanning the list of courses each … [Read more...]
Thames Sailing Barges
Russet red sails against a vivid blue sky: the annual Thames Sailing Barges Match always draws photographers - professionals armed with incredibly long lenses and others simply clicking on their … [Read more...]
Martha’s Vineyard
I associate Martha's Vineyard with the rich and famous. It is the place they retreat to in the summer. I had no idea that it once had a thriving whaling industry. As we travelled across on the ferry I … [Read more...]
Day Two in Boston U.S.A.
After viewing Boston from above, we set off on foot to Boston Common to find the "swans". Started as a common grazing ground in 1634, this is the oldest Public … [Read more...]
Day One in Boston U.S.A.
We started our Boston visit by taking the lift to the Skywalk Observatory on the 50th floor of the Prudential Building - mainly because it was within easy walking distance from … [Read more...]