Trees on Canvas from an Urban Forest!
Apparently London is an urban forest, and I’ve painted a tiny piece of it from another forgotten photograph.
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A Walk in Richmond Park: The Biggest Park in London
A winter walk in London’s biggest park, famous for its deer, and never-ending walking trails.
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St James Park, London
A walk in the park, St James Park, where pelicans steal the limelight and squirrels steal the nuts.
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Conversations with Strangers: A mother on a mission.
Window shopping, and more conversations with strangers Sometimes I wonder where these conversations come from! This time I found myself talking to a sales assistant in a department store – I’ll call her Belinda. Belinda is a great sales person I might add, not pushy at all – she convinced […]
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Covent Garden’s Got Talent: A Street Performer Snapshot
Covent Garden and street performers go hand in hand – they always have and probably always will. Covent Garden sits in the heart of London’s theatre district, and just a stones’s throw from the Royal Opera House. Performance and theatrics float through the air, and have settled into Covent Garden Square.
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A Rainy Morning Drive
Windswept raindrops sweep across the passenger window as we drive past a wet and soggy Hyde Park. The sky compliments the concrete in hues of grey and the pavements gleam with wet reflections throughout the rainy morning drive. The outdoor seats of cafes are abandoned, lacking any hint of life. […]
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Sunday Lunch!!
A roast dinner with all the trimmings? Nope. Maybe next Sunday. Last Sunday I opted for a meat and tofu mixed Korean take away from the London’s Southbank street food market, followed by some vegetarian Indian crepes and a gooey dessert of vegan chocolate cake. I’m not vegan – but […]
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A Sunday Well Spent……From Regent Street to Regents Park
London’s Regent Street was blocked off for traffic today and had all sorts of interesting things going on from having a go at beating the fastest tennis slam speed, Cuban musicians, fitness sessions and plenty more. Needless to say I was very quickly distracted from window shopping and decided to […]
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Kensington Gardens
With just a few steps from Hyde Park, you’ll find yourself roaming around London’s Kensington Gardens, which used to be a deer park; yet even more sprawling masses of green space to soak up. Have a wander around Megan and Harry’s back yard, amongst the swans and tree lined pathways […]
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Park Life: Hyde Park
When you live in a concrete jungle, you need an escape. Parks take you into another world, where you can pretend the traffic, trains and daily rat race don’t exist. Nature becomes more apparent and you might be tempted to get back in touch with it by laying in the […]
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Kew Gardens
Trees glorious trees, beautiful proud ducks, plenty of places to hide, a picnic lovers paradise and a floral feast. I’m talking about Kew Gardens, it was ‘blooming’ lovely last weekend, perfect for lazing or strolling. My second visit to Kew Gardens was a sunny and curious one – my last […]
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London Southbank and Food Market
Pottering around London’s Southbank on a weekend is an easy way to spend the day – people watching, take in the music, street entertainment and food. There’s always something going on and the atmosphere is relaxed and chilled out. Once you’re done at the food market, head up to the […]
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Global Lunch and Street Art: Brick Lane
Brick Lane London, certainly attracts a mixed crowd, photographers, foodies and the cool and trendies! This place has a unique personality that is inviting and timeless.
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Cruising Through Camden
Time For A Cuppa’
This is where I just write whatever springs to mind whilst having a cup of tea, so it’s usually dry random, and probably not that interesting, lol! Freezing So we’ve had some mighty cold weather in London these past couple of weeks – the kind of days when you feel the […]
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Pedestrian Rage: road runners, cyclists, dodgers and dancers
So maybe the term isn’t so common yet but pedestrian rage is definitely a ‘thing’, I see it every day in London. 😤 Tutting, huffing and puffing at slow moving buggy pushers, the five friends who walk side by side taking up the entire width of the pavement, the sound […]
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La Petite Auberge: Traditional French Restaurant
La Petite Auberge Islington. Delicious food that doesn’t disappoint. Maybe next time I’ll try the frogs legs! Tourette de légumes grilles Tower of marinated grilled aubergine, courgettes & halloumi Served on bread with saffron and roosted pepper dressing Champignons de Paris farcis Mushrooms filled with garlic butter, topped with breadcrumbs, parsley […]
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The National Gallery: art and history combined
Art galleries are great places to pass time, ponder your own thoughts, and feast the artistic eye. There is something very calming about art galleries, regardless of whether you find any appreciation in the art. The National Gallery is oozing with historic pieces. I am amazed at the beauty and incredible size […]
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Out and About: Trafalgar Square
A place where people tend to flock, gather and potter. The National and Portrait Galleries are conveniently located in the square. On weekends there’s always some ‘Trafalgar Square-esk’ things going on to amuse you: Musicians (e.g. guitarists steel, band players) Magicians Illusionists Various kids’ entertainment (giant balloon blowing, break dancing etc..) Artists […]
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Open Top Big Bus Tour: time To Be A Tourist!
Out and About Green Park: Buckingham Palace Welcomes Chinese President
So by complete coincidence, I happen to be at London’s Green Park on the same day as the Chinese president arrives at Buckingham Palace for a banquet with the Queen – just in time for a show of cannons being fired, and beautifully groomed horses are trotted down the park and […]
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Head In The Clouds: View From The Shard
360 degree view of London from the tallest building in western Europe. The building is split into various sections including the Shangri-La Hotel, domestic dwellings, and office space. I don’t really want to repeat all the building related facts because you can read all about these on the Shard website: http://www.the-shard.com […]
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Out and About Around Borough Market
Borough market has been known for being one of the biggest food markets in London, with a history behind it dating back to medieval times. Opposite London Bridge Station, the market looks like a large modern green house at first glance, however you can rest assured that there is indeed […]
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Out and About Camden Town
Camden is a great place to go for lots of reasons. If you enjoy idly wandering around and feasting your eyes on a ridiculous array of shops, winding allyways rammed tightly with stalls, some weird some wonderful; food stalls and eateries galore, and you don’t mind a thick crowd, […]
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Under The Sea: Sea Life London Aquarium
Given my obsession with fish and aquariums, it will come as no surprise that the London Aquarium is an old favourite of mine. Does anyone else feel like they’re in one of the ‘Alien’ film spaceships when you walk through Westminster tube station, it looks/feels very space-age-esk!!! Take Exit 1 […]
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The Dreadful Judgement, Great Fire Of London
The Dreadful Judgement by Neil Hanson This is a detailed and in parts graphic telling of the backdrop and story of the Great Fire of London, a must for anyone interested in a more in-depth insight into this piece of history. It is helpfully written in the style of a […]
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