Thirty-three miles long, thirteen miles wide… the Isle of Man is little, but oh so big. Not only do the slower-moving vintage trams and trains turn a short trip into a wonderful journey, but there’s another facet which aids the illusion of big. A prime example: A street you may think, but no! Four streets!Continue reading “When you’re little but big…”
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Freedom
In her darkest moment, Freda the cow took steps. It was 1986, and she was at the abbatoir. It was do or die. She did; leaping to freedom… actually, the motorway. Police and many helpers gave chase. By the time they finally managed to tranquilize her (in a cemetery) Freda was featuring on the news.Continue reading “Freedom”
Art (apparently)
Everyone should visit a Tate, apparently. Modern art at it’s finest. But is it art if the viewer has to read the explanatory notes in order to understand it? In tunnels, on walls, and on lamp posts, there’s some stunning street graffitti; modern, easy to understand, and beautiful. Poignant or hilarious, graffiti reflects someones communityContinue reading “Art (apparently)”
Of trams and trains…
Getting around the Isle of Man; what a treat! First there’s horse-drawn tram along the promenade: Then climb aboard the electric tram for Laxley: At Laxley, change to the mountain railway, also electric, with a specially-designed braking system involving an extra rail down the middle. It’s been in operation since 1880-something, climbing this mountain. SeeContinue reading “Of trams and trains…”
Why they do it
TT Isle of Man; men and women from all over the world come to race through narrow streets, over a mountain, and through stunning countryside. The island (and museum display below) counts down to the annual event…. … but there’s a year-long package from it’s success. Bikes and sports cars travel across the sea, theirContinue reading “Why they do it”
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