The Hoste Arms and canoeing on the Norfolk Broads

The Hoste Arms and canoeing on the Norfolk Broads

I’m been winding down this week and enjoying some of Norfolk’s stunning locations. I have very happy memories of our family summer holidays spent in Burnham Market in North Norfolk. Those years are now behind me as my independent sons now prefer to spend...

Glorious Wicken Fen and its Nature Trail

Wicken Fen Nature Trail Plan your trips with EveryTrail Mobile Travel Guides The last time I walked around Wicken Fen a couple of weeks ago I was almost eaten alive by mosquitoes as I had forgotten to wear my Moziban, a mosquito repellent. I swear  by it. I bought my...
Dr Kelly’s death – let’s have an inquest

Dr Kelly’s death – let’s have an inquest

Not so long ago I saw a chilling TV drama where a detective was drugged and his wrists slashed with a knife to make it appear he had committed suicide. Sometimes fact and fiction are uncannily alike. I am, of course, referring to the apparent suicide of Dr David...
University drop outs and shortage of places

University drop outs and shortage of places

I sympathise with the tens of thousands of disappointed students who are unlikely to secure a university place this year due to unprecedented demand. Like countless other anxious parents,  I am hoping my youngest son will be successful in his application for next...