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Farrier’s Arms – Excellent Pit Stop, Worcester
Some weeks ago, I took it upon myself to go to Marlborough. For reasons beyond the scope of my understanding, that meant stopping off in Worcester for tea. But I was happy to do so. There is nothing like eating delicious food in an alien place. Saying this, I have...
St Peter’s Church, Explosive Ecclesiastical Lunch, Marlborough
St Peter's church stands at the end of Marlborough High Street near to Marlborough College, this was also where Cardinal Thomas Wolsey was ordained on the 10th March 1948. Despite having lived in the Marlborough area since I was eight, I have only discovered it now at...
What Happened, Miss Simone? Astounding Biographical Film
My favourite artists include Grace Jones and Todd Rundgren, this much is evident to anyone who has dared ask me the question. But, of late, I have become enamoured of Nina Simone. Many know her only for 'Feeling Good' or 'My Baby Just Cares for Me' but her repertoire...
Nina Simone, Little Girl Blue – AOTM July 2019
Music has the onerous and often overwhelming power to move us. Call it a primordial instinctive response or learned appreciation, we all have the potential to truly appreciate music for what it is: a great gift. I am moved to tears more often than I'd like to admit by...
Birmingham Think Tank – Portentous Pensive Experience
When I think of Birmingham, I often consider the many times I've been screwed over my small bald men, hit by cars and generally been poisoned. I do not, however, think of science museums. I doubt any other Brummie often associates the city with science, or indeed me...
PureCraft – Superb Quality Lunch, Central Birmingham
Few of you will appreciate what a mammoth task it is to gather six people in one place, even for a simple lunch. Our fabulous meal at PureCraft represented a milestone in organisational hosting, as well as culinary quality. We were a tad pressed for time, having...