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The Cork Convent Of Capuchos, Portugal

I was browsing through some old photos and discovered a set from a visit to the fascinating Cork Convent of Capuchos we visited near Lisbon, Portugal, in 2019. Eight monks established this winding, cramped religious complex in 1560. Tucked away… Continue Reading →

6 Ways To Get Inspired To Write

It would be nice if your writing muse appeared whenever they were needed. But unfortunately the inspiration to write rarely crops up at the perfect time. The truth is you usually have to go find your writing inspiration. Even that… Continue Reading →

Behind Bars – A Tour Around Decommissioned Dana Prison, Shrewsbury

Places to go (now we can go places) I’m digging out and sprucing up blog posts to bring fantastically inspiring places to all you writers out there. Stay safe. There are some places you never think you’ll see the inside… Continue Reading →

Why You Should Have A Writing Mascot

I have two writing mascots on my desk – Kit and Granddad. Kit is well, a kitten – not much imagination there I’ll grant you. Granddad is a vicar troll doll I bought back when troll dolls were a thing,… Continue Reading →

5 Ways To Find Writing Inspiration – Without Leaving Home

Writers need inspiration. Sometimes we get flashes from no-where. But often it’s the places we go, the people we meet and the things we experience that provide the exciting idea. Unfortunately short days, longs nights and cold, wet weather don’t… Continue Reading →

Steam Trains and a Harry Potter Footbridge – The Watercress Line, Arlesford, UK

It’s not surprising that the Watercress Line, a heritage steam railway line between Arlesford and Alton in Hampshire, has an annual wizardry event. Steam engines are inextricably linked to Harry Potter and the iconic Hogwarts Express. So, if you’re a… Continue Reading →

Visiting Virginia Woolf – A Trip to Monk’s House

Monk’s House was once the home of Virginia and Leonard Woolf. Today it’s owned by the National Trust and the unassuming 18th century cottage with a beautiful big garden and orchard is a world away from the grand buildings it’s… Continue Reading →

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