A Close Shave

Around ten minutes prior to commencing this blog I was almost mown down by Alan Bennett, the acclaimed Leeds playwright, … More

The 100 Year War

It’s just ten days before Leeds United’s footballing return to (hopefully) conclude the 2019/20 COVID delayed Championship season. A remaining … More

During my fledgling years my main love was association football, as an old Pathe news commentator may’ve dubbed the game in … More

In the late 1950’s/early 1960’s my grandparents owned a fish and chip restaurant on land which later became the roundabout … More

Post-haircut, I’m writing this literary effort sitting outside of the Botanist pub on Boar Lane, Leeds. It’s nippy out; however, … More

In the last couple of decades there’s been a growth in the number of double barrelled names in the UK. … More

This morning I felt moved to say hello to TV broadcasting royalty Harry Gration, who was stood next to me … More

In the company of a pal of mine, yesterday evening I went to see a gig at the Brudenell club, … More

I’ve just returned from my inaugural visit to The Springs Retail/Entertainment Park at Thorpe Park, Leeds. A wondrous emporium of … More