I know some of you are anxious to see more of the ancient pages of the Sheffield Star I’m uncovering on our floorboards. Sadly no adverts for whippet cream or Stones, just a report on an “exciting” Benson & Hedges cup tie from 1984 I managed to track down on Cricinfo. An afternoon of soporific… Continue reading FUGGLE BUNNY
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THROUGH THE KEYHOLE – THE CROWN, BRIGHTSIDE
More for fans of closed railway stations, as Wiki tells me; “Despite the opening of Meadowhall Interchange in 1990, Brightside station remained open until 1995. A limited service had continued in its last three years and the station closed without fanfare with a poster announcing that all remaining trains could be caught at Meadowhall. Not… Continue reading THROUGH THE KEYHOLE – THE CROWN, BRIGHTSIDE
MR BRIGHTSIDE
Here’s a little map showing some of the places I’ve been to in my first six weeks in Sheffield. Oooh, they’re nearly all closed pubs. If Lockdown 3 continues into May, or July, or December, there’s still loads of suburbs to explore on foot; Stumperlowe sounds wonderful. Yesterday, leaving Grimesthorpe on foot, I went to… Continue reading MR BRIGHTSIDE
HAVING A BALL IN GRIMESTHORPE
There’s only so long you can spend sitting at home, reading threads on Mumsnet; Honestly, Mumsnet is now nearly as lively as Discourse these days. And more lively than my walk round Grimesthorpe, which Mrs RM hilariously confused with Grimethorpe (of Brassed Off fame) ! Possibly beacuse I missed out the “s”, but don’t let’s… Continue reading HAVING A BALL IN GRIMESTHORPE
MORE CLASSIC BEER & FOOD MATCHING
What did I do on Thursday, on a day the rain lashed down. Glad I’m not living in Stockport and Didsbury. (I’m OK, at the top of the hill. Aren’t I ?). Yesterday, three loads of clothes washed and dried, two sets of dishes cleaned, one US inauguration watched, and trips to Tesco and the… Continue reading MORE CLASSIC BEER & FOOD MATCHING
“What pub are you most looking forward to visiting when the world is back to normal ?”
No, it’s not a poll. I’m really not interested in which pub you’re be back in first. Knowing you lot, when you’re allowed back you’ll staying at home watching “Pretty Little Liars” on Netflix in your underpants drinking Caribbean Chocolate Cake Stout (8.8%). This question was posed on Blue Moon, the Manchester City Forum which… Continue reading “What pub are you most looking forward to visiting when the world is back to normal ?”
CRUSHED BY THE WHEELS OF INDUSTRY
Oooh, another Sheffield pop reference for you. Not their best (No.17, 1983), but too good not to use. “How would you like to do your Government allowed exercise around the industrial estates of Burngreave, Mrs RM ?“ “OK” I dunno, did she think there was a beer at the end or something ? We parked… Continue reading CRUSHED BY THE WHEELS OF INDUSTRY
CORN-BASED SNACK SHOPS REPLACE PUBS IN FIR VALE
Today I was despatched by Mrs RM to the recycling centre in Shirecliffe with a ton of cardboard from the month’s B & Q, Wickes and John Lewis deliveries. It’s an essential journey; the waste attracts rats. I stopped to admire Timber Top the only pub for miles around (well, it felt like it). Oh,… Continue reading CORN-BASED SNACK SHOPS REPLACE PUBS IN FIR VALE
BLADES v SPURS FROM THE CHOLERA MEMORIAL
Sunday seemed a good day to explore the Cholera Grounds. James joined me, forcing Mrs RM to stay at home with the Pastry Sours and the painting. Following the map above will give you a varied 2 hour walk with fun for all the family, except of course you’re only allowed to walk with one… Continue reading BLADES v SPURS FROM THE CHOLERA MEMORIAL
GENTRIFICATION ON HOLD. TEMPORARILY
“Is there any more beer ?” asked Mrs RM just now. I looked. The only one of those she’d find palatable is in the Dulux tin. Oh well, more for me. Enough of beer. How am I passing the time while Mrs RM paints the living room ? Walking, the blog, and Mumsnet, mostly. Honestly,… Continue reading GENTRIFICATION ON HOLD. TEMPORARILY
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