I was lucky enough to attend the grand opening of The Lost Dene pub in Manchester the other week. I had a fabulous time supping a pint or two at the event, which was officiated by the Lord Mayor […]
Town Crier For Hire
You may recognise that handsome man above, for it’s me, your jolly old Town Crier! This fun caricature came to me courtesy of professional artist, Robin Williamson, who specialises in creating charismatic caricatures.
This year is a very special year […]
Season’s Greetings
Yo Ho Ho, just a quick message from me here wishing you all, my loyal readers, a very merry Christmas and prosperous New Year. May 2017 bring you much luck and good health.
See you in the New Year!
Alan.
Deluxe Father Christmas: Santa’s Swamped
It stands to reason that December is the busiest month for Santa, and 2016 has been no different. While Deluxe Father Christmas has been beavering away all year in his grotto, as soon as December hit, he found himself […]
Hagrid’s Hospitality Goes International
A group of Chinese delegates were taken on a magical mystery tour into the wizardous world of Harry Potter as they bumped into Hagrid at Gloucester Cathedral. We welcomed five representatives from Wuhou in China to sample the delights […]
The Santa Statistics
Ho Ho Ho! ‘Tis the season of goodwill and joy to all men. As I was singing a merry old carol and munching on my mince pie (Slimming World friendly, of course!) a little thought occurred to me. While […]
Gloucester Festival Lantern Parade
Christmas has arrived in Gloucester! Not a moment too soon the Christmas lights have been turned on as the festive season hits our city. To mark this momentous occasion, I led a parade of arctic-themed lanterns round the city. […]
Two Stone Down!
I think I mentioned to you lovely lot that I have recently joined Slimming World. Well, this last week thanks to my magnificent effort, I was awarded my 2 stone award. Yes, I’m two stone down on the weight […]
A Coronation at the Cathedral
Can you believe a coronation took part in our very own cathedral? I’m not talking of the ‘street’ variety with a visit from Ena Sharples and Deirdre Barlow, this was a coronation of the royal kind don’t you know. […]
Hooray for Gloucester Day!
It’s the time of year again when the city comes alive to celebrate the lifting of the siege in Gloucester in 1643. Yes, September started with Gloucester Day! This year’s event was bigger and better than ever as we […]
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