Cleanliness is next to deadliness?

It is strange and somewhat sad to see some of the weird and macabre things that can happen in one’s own neighbourhood. This article from The Metro covers the unusual story of a fellow known as ‘The Dettol Man’ struck down by his own odd habits. Peculiar indeed, particularly considering the fellow could live within yards of me and still I’d be none the wiser. [read more...]

St. Georges Day Parade

Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester

Sunday afternoon saw the St George’s Day celebrations reach the streets as a float-lined parade made its way slowly from Miles Platting to the crowds at Piccadilly Gardens. I was there with my camera – you can find more pictures here: [read more...]

CIS Tower, Manchester Going Solar!

Aging facade on skyscraper to be given a green facelift

Now this is cool! The long-time tallest CIS tower in Manchester city centre is to have a replacement façade – and no ordinary one at that. 7,000 solar panels – providing 10% power requirements – are to be affixed to the service tower. [read more...]

Recommended Takeaway: Globe, Lapwing Lane, West Didsbury

Globe has been around for a while now, and it's established itself as a good place to go for when I fancy something a little different from my takeaways. With a range encompassing Mexican, Italian, Indian and far Eastern cuisine, there really is something for every taste. [read more...]