Getting Back Online – October 2007
After losing most of my summer holidays and September for updating the site due to the database getting corrupted, and the stupid host I used to have not being around anymore to give me a backup, I’m here again. Lots of things have happened. I’ve moved to another host, and then had to move again […]
Helmsley Castle
Unlock 900 years of life at Helmsley Castle, a must-see for any visitor to the picturesque market town of Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park. Discover how the castle evolved over the centuries, from a mighty medieval fortress to a luxurious Tudor mansion, to a Civil War stronghold and a romantic Victorian ruin.
Thornton-le-Dale
Seeped in history and unspoilt by modern times, Thornton–Le-Dale has a long and fascinating history dating back to at least the Neolithic period. The high ground to the north of the village was farmed by Neolithic man, who left their mark in the shape of tumuli and a cart burial at Pexton that has been […]
Rievaulx Abbey
If peace and tranquillity is what you seek from a family day out in Yorkshire, then Rievaulx Abbey is the perfect choice. Set in a remote valley in the North York Moors National Park, Rievaulx is one of the most complete, and atmospheric, of England’s abbey ruins. It’s no wonder it’s one of the most […]
Updates
I’m in the middle of updating the software that runs this blog malarkey. And it looks like there are a few problems… hence the rubbish look of the place at the moment. Expect it to be like this until I can finish the redesign (I think blue is the colour of choice) and things will […]
Repost: Real Detective
While merging the entries, I came across many interesting old ones. This was one I’d completely forgotten about. Well worth a fresh read. Originally linked to on 24th January, 2005. ——————————- Not the Law and Order bullshit you have all grown so fond of. Not CSI. Not Miami. The real deal. A veteran Chicago homicide […]
Follow-up to ‘Air Car’
Way back in February, I posted a story about an Air Car. And my misgivings about its appearance are still there – and things haven’t changed. But then again, people buy SMART Cars… Anyway, it seems that things are progressing and a market and infrastructure is getting ready for these in India. The car produces […]
Catchphrase
Ah, Catchphrase. “It’s good, but it’s not quite right!” And all that guff. Anyway, this bloke recently bought the board game, clearly has nothing else to do. Hang on, neither do I… Anyway, when he opened the box he saw a burning Christian symbol. Click the link for more details. [via… er, I can’t remember. […]