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20th Century

Desert Mysteries, Part One

15th May 2024 Going Postal 0

Some years ago, for only a few pounds, I purchased from a local antiques fair a June 1939 edition of “Blackwood’s Magazine”, this magazine and miscellany (pictured) ran from 1817 to 1980. I bought it [more…]

15th Century

The Amazing Life (And Death) of Xpoual (Es-po-al) De Colon

26th September 2022 Going Postal 0

There is no definitive date for the birth of Xpoual de Colon. It is believed he was born between August 26th and October 31st in 1451 in Genoa, although there are also claims that he [more…]

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A short walk in the Cymraeg Kush, Part Four

20th June 2022 Going Postal 0

Previously we have had Part 1 (Planning), Part 2 (Days 1-5), Part 3 (Days 6-9). Welcome to the final instalment. Day 10 — Careg-y-Big to Llandegla (20 miles) The day started easily enough with some [more…]

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A short walk in the Cymraeg Kush, Part Three

13th June 2022 Going Postal 0

Previously we have had Part 1 (Planning) and Part 2 (Days 1-5) Day 6 — Kington to Knighton (14.5 miles) It was a cold night at Fleece Meadow, I was awake at 03:00 putting on [more…]

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A short walk in the Cymraeg Kush, Part Two

6th June 2022 Going Postal 0

Previously we have had Part 1 (planning). Day 1 — Home to Sedbury to Beeches Farm (8 miles) I’ve checked the weather forecast, all set fair for the next 10 days. Excellent, checking the forecast [more…]

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A short walk in the Cymraeg Kush, Part One

30th May 2022 Going Postal 0

Foreword by Warble on Augh Yes, I have read it, re-read it and revisited more times than I probably should have. I refer of course to that wonderful piece of literature “A short walk in [more…]

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