I don't think there's anyone I know who isn't aware of my notebook collection/obsession. This is my most recent addition, a gift from a friend who visited, yup you've guessed it, Cuba. I also have this new, pocket-money-school-trip one from my visit to the Mary Rose museum in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Nothing fancy but... Continue Reading →
Charles Dicken’s Birthplace
Charles Dicken's birthplace lies tucked away in Portsmouth. The street is a sore thumb of nineteenth-century architecture in amongst a labyrinth of blocky sixties tower blocks. Dickens didn't live in the house long, moving to London when he was still a young child. The museum that is now in his old house doesn't include any... Continue Reading →