Piero della Francesca [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
In memory of Caroline Catherine McNicholas 2nd October 1957 – 3rd January 2022
OldTrout \(2024\)
Hobbies
Christmas Music Quiz 2020
As we fast approach the season of bah-humbugs and miserable sods, I thought it would be a chance for Puffins to win one of two (Ed. or four?) £25 Hook Norton Brewery vouchers* to cheer [more…]
Christianity
Was Jesus a Refugee?
Over the Christmas holidays I heard many references to Jesus being a refugee. This happens most years, but this year it was given extra credence by the number of migrants trying to cross the Channel [more…]
Arts
Always Worth Saying’s Christmas Comedy Club Review
In a hyper-competitive media world of streaming, multi-channel TV, high-quality witty blogs and the internet, a unique entertainment selling point is more important than ever. But is it wise for a comedian to boast that [more…]