It is not really my usual thing to write a ‘Things to do in…’ post, but it came up in today’s #TravChat over on Twitter (a weekly Twitter chat between travel bloggers) One question was about reading lists of things to do, or not do. My answer about reading them to know where to avoid…
Offbeat in Paris
Manchester
Light Spectacular – Christmas at Dunham Massey
[AD – PR Gifted] One of my favourite things about this time of year is the emergence of all the twinkly lights. Kicking off this joy with Christmas at Dunham Massey was a brilliant way to get inspired about my light display. Although, it definitely won’t be anywhere near as impressive or elaborate! I can…
Philips Park Cemetery – an urban sanctuary
Philips Park Cemetery features very regularly in my Instagram stories and post as part of my Reverse Commute. But I actually spend a lot more time there than just for walking. While many feel that cemeteries are a morbid place to spend time, I think differently. For me, they offer a sanctuary in urban areas….
The GM Walking Festival
You might think that the start of autumn is an odd time for a walking festival, but it really isn’t! The GM walking festival is an annual (perhaps twice per year) event encouraging everyone in Greater Manchester to get outside. With the global pandemic on us, the festival is virtual this time. That’s not to…
Finding Hidden Treasure on Manchester Treasure Trails
Just before lockdown happened, I planned to do a Treasure Trails in Kendal. That didn’t quite come off the way I had planned, but did seed the idea to get one for Manchester. I have said a few times before that sometimes a little limitation can help creativity flow in unexpected ways. After doing the…