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...