This morning, I saw a film crew on Dartmouth Park Hill and thought they’ve started filming the new series of Bodyguard. Then I went around the corner and saw an old (1970s?) Ford Granada Police car. It may be a coincidence, or a hint about the new series, or something completely different! (I’m not sure … Continue reading / view photos Bodyguard in Archway
Category: Culture
The Pearly Kings and Queens
The Pearly Kings and Queens were out in force today. They looked majestic as they displayed their glittering mother-of-pearl buttons ornately sown onto their clothes. I was delighted to meet the Pearly King of Islington, my local manor. I learnt today it’s a tradition for the Pearly Kings and Queens to donate food to the … Continue reading / view photos The Pearly Kings and Queens
The Thames at night
The Thames at night is a beautiful sight! Yesterday, there was a lovely sunset you could see from the member’s room at the Tate Modern. Sunsets are one of nature’s gift that you can enjoy almost anywhere and each is unique. View photos The Thames at night
Crazy Rich Asians
This romcom hardly puts a foot wrong. Very funny. I haven’t laughed so much since Paddington 2 😊
Open House weekend
Taking advantage of the Open House weekend, I was surprised to see how sumptuous the interior of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office is. Imagine going to the office every day and being immersed in all that grandeur! I wonder if you’d get used to it. View photos Open House weekend
Castles in the sand
Sand castles have come a long way.
Temperate House in Kew
Perfect day for a picnic at Kew and to see the renovated Temperate House with the friendly giant gardener!
Running with Kenyans
The Kenyan runner Kipchoge won his third London Marathon yesterday. Coincidentally, I just finished reading Running with Kenyans. I found the book inspiring and the Kenyan love of running infectious. The author of the book went looking for the secret of why Kenyan runners are so good: “For six months I’ve been piecing together the … Continue reading Running with Kenyans
Vaccine Race
This is a fascinating and easily digestible book about vaccines and a timely reminder of how they have saved millions of lives and prevented lifelong debilitating illnesses.
London by night
London by night is a beautiful sight 😊 View photos London by night