The Clifton train station always seems to be a throwback to calmer times. The library nearby has very helpful staff, always much appreciate...

 I decided to prepare, cook then sieve the last bowls of apples this year. There were rather more than I gauged and by the end of the day I ...

 As the days get gloomier and the weather get worse, what a delightful counter to that is to watch the children in their Harvest Festival. T...

 Modern cars are extremely complex but so much more reliable than of old and quite remarkable feats of engineering. I am always astonished h...

 Can you remember your first day at school? Some children have a phased start at school and may do part days so it might be difficult for th...

What is it about weeds that makes them such tough, grow anywhere plants? Despite it being so dry recently, weeds continue to grow and thrive...

 The Works, and some other shops have plain wooden boxes, hearts and various shapes at very reasonable prices. These are quite nice in their...