Author Archives: Alex

2
Mar
Videos

Video vault: Telly Savalas in Birmingham

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Alex

Combing through the archives I came across this little nugget from way back in 1979. It’s only old Kojak himself, Telly Savalas, talking about Birmingham of all places. It’s his kinda town, apparently. Well, if it’s good enough for Tel’ it’s good … Continue reading →

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15
Dec
Events, Photos

Event: Up Helly Aa

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Alex

After the gut-rupturing feasting and surfeit of sherry that will inevitably be at the heart of our Christmas celebrations, it’ll be time to start planning our New Year’s shenanigans. For my money, one of the most interesting things you can … Continue reading →

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24
Nov
Architecture

Wales’s hidden rock chapel

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Alex

The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in Wales has many enviable qualities. It’s home to Britain’s smallest city, the bijou St David’s with its elegant cathedral, some of the most splendid – bluer water than the Caribbean when the sun shines … Continue reading →

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18
Nov
Events

A Norwegian Christmas in London

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Alex

On the first Thursday in December each year, a mighty Norwegian spruce is hoisted into place in Trafalgar Square. Given by Norway each year in thanks for Britain’s support during World War II, it’s a seasonal stunner that stands at … Continue reading →

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2
Nov
Events, Film, Museums & galleries

50 years of James Bond, 50 awesome cars

Posted on November 2, 2011 by Alex

Everybody has their favourite James Bond. I always say mine is Roger Moore. Partly because this infuriates the ‘Sean Connery is the greatest’ majority, but partly because he’s the only one who seemed to appreciate that saving the world with … Continue reading →

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31
Oct
Film

The Wicker Man: essential Halloween viewing

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Alex

Crazy pagan dancing, a smattering of nudity, a great folky soundtrack and Christopher Lee in drag combine to make this 1973 chiller a cult classic. It’s essential Halloween viewing and makes the abysmal 2006 remake look about as scary as … Continue reading →

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26
Oct
Architecture, Unusual

Halloween special: the UK’s most curious graveyards

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Alex

As Halloween lurches into view for another weekend of tricks, treats and silly outfits, join us on our morbid minibus for a tour of Britain’s grooviest graveyards. Yes, graveyards – great places to relax and soak up some local history. … Continue reading →

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19
Oct
Architecture, Art & Design, Events

Illuminating York: festival of digital arts and lighting

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Alex

York’s annual festival of digital arts and light will set this beautiful city ablaze from 26-29 October. Rediscover some of York’s most famous buildings as large-scale lighting displays are projected in hypnotic patterns around the city. There’ll also be smaller … Continue reading →

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12
Oct
Events, Food

London Cocktail Week

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Alex

This week is London Cocktail Week, a celebration of the capital’s love of hard liquor and high times. Over 200 bars have signed up as official stops on the London Cocktail Week bus tour. Simply register on the website, head … Continue reading →

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29
Sep
Museums & galleries

Happy Birthday Horatio: Britain’s hero of the high seas

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Alex

Lord Horatio Nelson was born on this day 253 years ago. He’s one of the UK’s most cherished heroes, killed in action by a French sniper at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. He survived long enough to see his … Continue reading →

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