Ketton Packhorse Bridge: Is It Worth Going to See?
I’ve walked over a lot of bridges in my life, but Ketton Packhorse Bridge in Brafferton, Darlington stands out as one of the most unusual ones. It’s aRead More…
In Search of the Middridge Faeries (Middridge fairies)
It’s amazing how one thing can lead to another. When I was researching the history of Middridge Quarry for a recent blog post, I discovered it is clRead More…
Middridge Quarry: A Place of Natural Beauty and Historical Significance
Train buffs are often attracted to Darlington and Shildon because of their rich railway heritage. Many other visitors take time out to visit the railwRead More…
Regatta Vendeavour Walking Shoes Review: After 3 Months They Were Only Fit for a Trip to the Bin
I’m going to begin this Regatta Vendeavour walking shoes review on a negative note by stating upfront that, after 3 months, they were only fit for a tRead More…
Port Designs Courchevel Laptop Backpack Review
What a disappointment! I know it’s a negative way to begin this Port Designs Courchevel laptop backpack review, but disappointed is how I feel. Due toRead More…
Memories of Being Drugged and Robbed in Bucharest
Memories of being drugged and robbed in Bucharest – it’s kind of a strange title considering what happened. The truth is, I can’t remember what happenRead More…
Hoping to Enjoy Cherry Blossom on the Approach to Romanby
Recently, I thought back to all the times I travelled between Bedale and Northallerton. This was many years ago. In my late teens and early 20s, I oftRead More…
X-Hiking Hiking Boots Review (My Opinion After 2 Years)
As I sit here to write this X-Hiking Hiking Boots review, it surprises me that I have already owned these boots for just over two years. As you can seRead More…
The Saltburn to Skinningrove Cliff Walk: What to Expect
The walk from Saltburn-by-the-Sea to Skinningrove is just over four miles and, according to Google Maps, it should take just under half an hour to comRead More…
Black Fish & Chips? That’s Something You Don’t See Every Day
When my plate of fish and chips arrived at the table, the fish appeared to have been burned to a crisp. Cinder and chips – that’s what it looked like.Read More…