Author Archives: garydenness
The British Identity Problem
I took Mrs P for her first beach trip in England today. We had a picnic at Studland Bay, then jumped on a bus for the sandier shores of Sandbanks – one of the most expensive spits of land in … Continue reading
Filed under Bournemouth
An English Summer
It’s been as hot in parts of England as it has been in Mexico City this week. I’ve waited more than a year to be able to say that, and it won’t last, but I’ll enjoy the heatwave while we … Continue reading
Filed under Bournemouth
Meet The Venues
I posted my (brief) thoughts on the current state of the Olympic Park recently. But I saw only from afar. Here’s a short video courtesy of the Guardian, as a group of architects get to tour the interiors of the … Continue reading
Filed under Olympics 2012
Abbotsbury Swannery
Swans are by no means exclusive to the British Isles, and I dare say many other nations have their own, different, view on this, but to me the majestic swan has always seemed ever so very English. Perhaps that is … Continue reading
Filed under Tourism
Photo of the Month 7
Time does fly by, doesn’t it? Month seven has come and gone, so time for another vote. As always, pick your favourite two snaps and cast your ballot.
Filed under 365
